India Questioning Deportation of Indian Students from U.S.
WASHINGTON — India has questioned the deportation of some students from India when they came to the U.S. with valid student visas to study at two Silicon Valley institutions which have denied being “blacklisted.” “There is definitely a glitch within the U.S. system,” sources said pointing out that the U.S. consulate in Hyderabad issued F-1 student visas […]
Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach writes a heartfelt message to Miss Columbia post Steve Harvey’s goof up!
We all saw how comedian Steve Harvey messed up with the winners’ name at the Miss Universepageant this year! He declared Miss Columbia- Ariadna Gutierrez as the winner in place of Miss Philippines Pia Wurtzbach and you know what happened after that! It led to a series of events where on one side people couldn’t stop trolling Steve for […]
Shah Rukh Khan makes a kickass entry at the Reliance Jio 4G launch event
The grand event is currently going on in Navi Mumbai. Shah Rukh Khan has been introduced as the brand ambassador of Ambani’s telecom venture, Reliance Jio 4G service! The launch happened this evening with SRK, A R Rahman and the whole of Ambani clan in attendance along with 35,000 odd employees from the Reliance company network! It […]
Drashti Dhami, Radhika Madan, Shakti Arora and Siddhant Karnick spell ROMANCE with their act in ITA 2015
Drashti Dhami has been declared as the third sexiest woman in Asia and it’s not without a reason.The lady showed off her charm and sensuality with a fabulous performance on Manva Lage at the Indian Telly Awards. Looked dazzling in a yellow outfit, she thoroughly owned the stage. Fans will know her as Madhu from Madhubala […]
MCA to toy with Sachin Tendulkar’s innovative idea
MUMBAI: A couple of years after he suggested it, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is set to try out Sachin Tendulkar’s innovative idea of fielding more than 11 players in a game in junior cricket. In 2013, just after his retirement, the legendary batsman had mooted the concept of 15-a-side games in inter-school and college […]
Sania Mirza Named Indian Team Captain for 2016 Fed Cup
Sania Mirza has been named captain of the Indian team for the 2016 Fed Cup and it includes the country’s number one singles player Ankita Raina and national champion Prerna Bhambri. World number one Sania Mirza was named captain of the Indian team for next year’s Fed Cup while two six-member squads were announced by […]
Indian-American doctor is Ohio’s first Poet Laureate
WASHINGTON: A 36-year-old Indian-American doctor has been named the first Poet Laureate by the US state of Ohio for showcasing a variety of styles in his poetry. Amit Majmudar, a diagnostic nuclear radiologist, was named to the two-year honorary position by governor John Kasich who created the honour. “Our first poet laureate will bring a […]
Indian-American named secretary of Texas’s engineering board
HOUSTON: An Indian-American has been appointed as the Secretary of the Texas Board of Professional Engineers that licenses qualified engineers and regulates the practice of professional engineering in the US state. Sockalingam “Sam” Kannappan, a professional engineer and senior design engineer for SNC-Lavalin Hydrocarbons and Chemicals, has been appointed as the secretary of the Texas […]
Simple breathing exercises to reduce your anxiety TNN | Dec 24, 2015, 11.34 AM IST
When one goes through anxiety, the body undergoes a sea change. And experts say that one of the best ways to overcome high levels of anxiety is to do breathing exercises, which help produce endorphins to help you calm down. However, it is also important to know the correct techniques when it comes to breathing […]
Shocking: Bindiya to DIE in &TV’s Begusarai
&TV’s Begusarai (Swastik Production) has provided us with a lot of shock and dramatic sequences from time to time. And it is all set to present a major twist that will leave you all stunned and surprised! As reported by us, Bindiya (Shweta Tiwari) lost the court case leading her to get depressed. And when […]
Ishita-Shagun’s ‘PINGA’ act on Star Plus’ Yeh Hai Mohabbetein
The Bajirao Mastani Pinga dance has left us all mesmerized. And now it is time to see the TV beauties Ishita (Divyanka Tripathi) and Shagun (Anita Hassanandani) get into the same groove. Yes, Star Plus’ Yeh Hai Mohabbatein (Balaji Telefilms) is all set to see a sequence wherein Ishita and Shagun will be seen matching […]
Ranveer Singh meets onscreen Daddy Anil Kapoor and the nautanki begins
The Slumdog Millionaire actor turned 59 today but held a pre-birthday bash and boy was that a crazy celebration! If you have to describe the actor in words, you clearly would run out of synonyms that pertain to sexiness! Even at 59, Anil Kapoor ceases to look hot! And we are so glad for that. In fact, in […]
Aamir Khan celebrates Christmas by playing Santa Claus for son Azad and his friends
Christmas has always been Aamir Khan’s favourite festival. Be it Ghajini, Taare Zameen Par, Dhoom 3 or PK, Mr Perfectionist has always released his films around Christmas. But this Christmas, Aamir Khan fans were left disappointed as the actor didn’t have a release. While Shah Rukh Khan’s Dilwale and Ranveer Singh’s Bajirao Mastani are fighting it out […]
Here’s what Priyanka Chopra has to say about Shah Rukh Khan’s intolerance remark!
Priyanka Chopra is back and let me tell you, she sure is back with a bang! The actress, who was busy with her American television series, Quantico recently came back to India thanks to the mid season finale, and she did come in time to promote her film, Jai Gangaajal. Priyanka is known to speak her heart out […]
This Festival Season, Give the Gift of Vision
By Vanshika Vipin HOUSTON: On December 20, Sankara Eye Foundation (SEF) held their 2nd annual Gala at India House, Houston. Like last year, the event hit the right notes, with around 150 guests in attendance, creating awareness about the visually impaired and the importance of eyesight for living in today’s world. Dedicated volunteers that embodied […]
Indians Celebrate 8th Hamara Desi Christmas
HOUSTON: Houston’s one and only Indian Christmas celebration was hosted last Saturday, December 19, at the Stafford Civic Center. As always the auditorium was packed to an audience of an awe inspiring program by Houston Indian Fellowship. The Houston Indian Fellowship (HIF), a group of Indians from across the metropolitan Houston area, conducts an annual […]
It’s a New Age for Cast Iron Plumbing Pipes, Fittings
By Jawahar Malhotra SUGAR LAND: Bikram Singh was walking guests around through his office space and the huge 60,000sf warehouse area adjoining it, giving them a tour of the black cast iron pipes and fitting that were stored on pallets and boxes in 30-foot tall vertical shelves. He pointed out to a box and told […]
Houston Police Academy Cadets Visit India House
HOUSTON: Holi is not just a spray of vibrant colors and Diwali is not lighting Diyas. Eid is beyond sharing a delicious meal and Sikhs have a passionate story of sacrifice. Christmas celebrations are marked by the midnight mass attended by many. This is the wonderful message about Indian diversity shared by India House General […]
IITAGH Partners with HCC to Host Another CodeFest
HOUSTON: High School Students. Houston Community College Students. Small Business Owners. They all came to the /C@deFest// 1.2 event hosted jointly by IIT Alumni of Greater Houston (IITAGH) and the Houston Community College (HCC). “In partnering with the Houston Community College, we are taking this event to the next level,” said Anand Chauhan, an IIT […]
