A Special Vaisakhi Mela to Inaugurate the New SNC Gurdwara
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: The saffron flag that was the first thing installed on this 20-acre site nearly 30 years ago has been raised higher, to almost 100 feet to be visible behind the gold painted domes of the gurdwara. But on this tenth Vaisakhi Mela in the huge open space on Saturday, April 26, […]
Ekal Houston Raises More than $700,000 at Annual Gala Celebrating Education & Empowerment
HOUSTON: Ekal Houston hosted its signature annual fundraiser at the Stafford Center, drawing over 600 guests and raising an inspiring $700,000 in support of education & empowerment in rural and tribal India. The evening featured a mesmerizing musical performance by the acclaimed Niche Entertainment, whose participation was made possible through visa facilitation by the Indian […]
Sukh Kaur in Runoff for San Antonio City Council
SAN ANTONIO: Sukh Kaur, District 1 city councilwoman, will face the run-off elections in June. Kaur, who finished first among a crowded field of 10 candidates, fell short of gaining the 50 per cent plus one vote needed to avoid a runoff. She will face business owner Patty Gibbons in the runoff election. Kaur said […]
Sanjay Singhal heads to runoff for Sugar Land City Council District 2, Rides Wave of Community Trust
SUGAR LAND: As Sugar Land grows more diverse and dynamic, with rising infrastructure needs and a call for more transparent leadership, one candidate has captured the community’s attention: Sanjay Singhal. A first-time contender with global experience and strong local ties, Singhal emerged as the clear favorite in the crowded, five-way Sugar Land City Council District […]
TCC WINTER 2024 | WINNERS: POWERSTARS | RUNNERS-UP: RSCC
HOUSTON: Powerstars clinched their second consecutive TCC Taped Ball Championship in an absolute thriller, defeating a valiant RSCC team who put up a fantastic fight. RSCC, opting to bowl first after winning the toss, faced a determined Powerstars batting lineup. Powerstars posted a strong total of 156 in their allotted 20 overs. Navin Negi once […]
‘Ground Zero’ : Emraan Hashmi Shines in Gripping Real-life BSF Saga
By Dhaval Roy Story: The film follows the true story of BSF officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey (Emraan Hashmi) as he spearheaded a daring operation to kill Ghazi Baba (Rockey Raina), the Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist and the mastermind behind the Parliament Attack in 2001. Review: Movies centred on foiled terrorist plots or the capture of militants often deliver […]
Pratham 2025 Gala Celebrates 30 Years of Transforming Lives
HOUSTON: The highly anticipated Pratham Houston Gala returned on Friday, April 25, marking the celebration of Pratham’s 30th anniversary. This year’s gala, themed “Together We Learn, Together We Thrive,” brought together Houston’s Indian-American community and supporters to honor three decades of transforming education for millions of children, youth, and women in underserved communities in India. […]
Another Grand Vaisakhi Mela Brings the House Down!
STAFFORD: Riding on the heels of two years of successful and widely attended events, this year’s Grand Vaisakhi Mela was much anticipated by the local community, especially since the same team – the Punjabi Cultural Society of Greater Houston – brought it together this past Saturday, April 19, with the energetic Jasmeeta Singh once again […]
YLDP 2025: The Impact of Leadership on Me and My Community
By Rajiv Gyawali Leadership has been an age-old virtue that is regarded with high standards of smiles because it comes with bravery, teamwork, risk, perseverance, etc., that develops an inner fire to drive with purpose, and great leaders become pillars for the community and society to grow as well. This is what I witnessed from […]
Remembering Architect of India’s Cosmic Leap: Former Head of ISRO Dr. Krishna Kasturirangan
By Dr. Kamlesh Lulla NASA Houston HOUSTON: On April 25, 2025, India lost one of her most illustrious visionary space scientists, science leader, education reformer and space diplomat: Dr Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan who died in Bengaluru at age 84. Dr Kasturirangan served as the head of Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) for almost ten years from […]
2025 Puranava Festival: Thousands Celebrate India’s Diverse Arts
PEARLAND: The 7th Annual Puranava India Art & Culture Fest organized by Houston chapter of Global Organization for Divinity (G.O.D.), was held on Saturday April 19, 2025 at the Pearland Town Center. It attracted a moving crowd of about 2000 attendees of all cultural backgrounds from around the Greater Houston area and other nearby cities, […]
‘Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins’: A Slick Thriller with High-Stakes Entertainment
By Dhaval Roy Story: A notorious crime lord and master jewel thief attempt to steal the world’s most elusive African diamond, the Red Sun. However, the perfectly-planned heist spirals out of control, as loyalties shift and a dangerous web of deception and betrayal turns the high-stakes mission into a deadly game. Review: Jewel Thief follows a conman, Rehan […]
American Completion Tools Exhibiting at Offshore Technology Conference
HOUSTON: American Completion Tools (ACT) was founded 15 years ago by Mr Prabhat Kumar, Chairman. Over the years, ACT has consolidated itself as a major manufacturer of oilfield equipment with 8 API licenses. Mr. TJ Sinha is VP of sales. TJ graduated in mechanical engineering and MBA from Thunderbird, global school of international management (Arizona […]
HAF Gala Shines Spotlight on Public Education & Advocacy
HOUSTON: The Hindu American Foundation delighted a sold-out crowd with an evening as thought-provoking as it was entertaining at its annual Houston Fundraising Gala on Saturday, April 13th. Held at the Bayou City Event Center, the program emphasized HAF’s commitment to ensuring fair, accurate, and inclusive representation of Hindus and Hinduism in Texas public education. […]
Tagore Talk 2025 at India House: Glimpses of India’s History and Governance by Sanjeev Sanyal
By Partha Sarathi Chatterjee Advisor, TSH HOUSTON: It was not a Bollywood star or a famous religious preacher, but on April 19th evening it seemed that a rock star had come to town from the overflowing crowds that came to India House to attend the 2025 Tagore Talks. The featured speaker at the event was […]
Local Organizations Condemn Pahalgam Terror Attack Against Hindus
HOUSTON: Several local organizations have issued statements condemning the terror attack against Hindus in Pahalgam. Hindus of Greater Houston Echoes of 1990: A Kashmiri Pandit’s Call for Justice Amid Renewed Brutality Militant Islamic terrorists killed at least 26 innocent tourists at Pahalgam in Kashmir, India in a barbaric slaughter targeted at Hindus. The tourists were […]
Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh
By Dhaval Roy Review: The conflict shifts from the battleground of Saragarhi in Kesari (2019) to the courtroom in director Karan Singh Tyagi’s historical drama. Inspired by The Case That Shook the Empire by C. Sankaran Nair’s grandson Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat, writers Tyagi and Amritpal Bindra evoke pathos, anger, and thrill in equal measure through their narrative. […]
IMAGH Lights Up Evening with a Heartfelt, Festive Eid Gala
By Dr. Hina Azam & Saeed Pathan HOUSTON: The Indian Muslim Association of Greater Houston hosted its much-anticipated Annual Eid Gala this past Saturday, April 12, bringing together a vibrant blend of culture, tradition, and community spirit in celebration of Eid ul Fitr at the Marriott Westchase hotel. the event welcomed dignitaries, elected officials, patrons, […]
Jews and Hindus Gather to Break Matzah during a Houston Passover Seder
By Eric Killalea HOUSTON: The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston sponsored a Passover Seder on Wednesday at Congregation Emanu El, welcoming hundreds of clergy, politicians, university professors and business leaders from across the metro to celebrate the liberation of the ancient Israelites from Egypt thousands of years ago. To Jews, the holiday symbolizes freedom and the […]
Over 60 Residents Demand Accountability from Rep. Troy Nehls
FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – Residents of Texas’ 22nd Congressional District gathered Monday evening at the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Annex Building for a public town hall organized by local community leaders and residents. Despite repeated invitations, Congressman Troy Nehls did not attend or respond. The town hall was organized in response to growing frustration […]