IACCGH Concludes Trade Delegation to India Led by Mayor Annise Parker
HOUSTON: The Indo American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston concluded a week-long investment and trade delegation to India with meetings and seminars held in New Delhi and Mumbai. The mission was led by the Greater Houston Partnership and by Houston Mayor Annise Parker as well as Houston Airport System Director Mario Diaz and IACCGH […]
A Step Towards a Healthier Community: BAPS Charities Hosts Health FAIR
STAFFORD: On a rainy Saturday of April 25 the spirit of service shined during the 15th annual BAPS Charities Health Fair in Stafford, Texas. BAPS Charities believes that early detection is the key to leading a long, health life. This year, in an effort to raise awareness and screen for potentially life changing conditions, BAPS […]
Sri Meenakshi Pattabhishekam Highlights the Early Part of Chittirai Mahotsavam at MTS
By Vaduganathan and Chitoor Ramachandran PEARLAND: It was a divine sight to witness on Saturday April 25 as one of the traditions of Madurai Meenakshi temple of hundreds of years was followed right in Houston’s own Sri Meenakshi Temple Society (MTS). As a prelude, on the previous day (Friday) MTS devotees enthralled in the nostalgic […]
HCC to Assist in Developing Framework for Training Workforce of India
HOUSTON: Houston Community College (HCC) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities to assist the nation of India in meeting its government mandate to train 150+ million people by 2020. “India is a classic example of what is happening not only in Houston and across the country, but in many nations,” said […]
At Hurried News Conference, Area’s Nepalis Appeal for Aid
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: Shockwaves of panic and confusion due to the earthquake in Nepal 8,500 miles away reverberated throughout the Nepali community in the Bayou City as its members tried to make sense of the unfolding events and tried to reach loved ones by phone, email or social media. In desperation, and as usually […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes- Missi Roti (SPICY MIXED FLOUR FLATBREAD)
No, the name of this bread does not mean that you are “missing” the roti! It actually means a roti made of mixed flours and added spices and herbs like methi (fenugreek), dhania (coriander seeds) and even anaar danna (crushed pomegranate seeds). It’s a special flatbread that is served in many Indian restaurants with daal […]
He Fights His Cancer, with a Little Help From His Friends!
Click here for video… By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: You wouldn’t describe someone who has had to fight cancer, not just once but twice, as a lucky man. But when the man is showered with love and affection of not only his family but two dozen close friends and their young children, you […]
South Indian Singers Chitra and Her Troupe Delight Fans and Admirers
By Jawahar Malhotra SUGAR LAND: Usually it’s the hit Hindi singers and Bollywood stars who come to the Bayou City where they have heard there is a large desi population just swooning for their appearance. Many of the lesser heralded performers get left by the wayside, with all the public’s attention – and money – […]
