1st Houston Community Media Expo: “So Many Multicultural News Outlets!”
HOUSTON: “I never knew there were so many multicultural news outlets in Houston!” This was the comment most widely shared among some 200+ attendees at Houston Community Media’s first ever Expo, Conference and awards held on July 8 at the United Way Conference Center. Speakers included elected officials, city agency reps, business leaders, comms specialists, […]
Anupam Kher’s ‘Tanvi the Great’
The story of a bitter old man brought back to life by a bright-souled child has never been more relevant or touching. By Juhi Varma Centered on autism and the Indian Army, Anupam Kher’s new film Tanvi the Great is set for theatrical release on July 18, 2025. I was among the lucky Houstonians who […]
‘Kaalidhar Laapata’ : Abhishek’s Moving Act is the Key to this Slice-of-Life Drama
By Sreeparna Sengupta Story: When a man begins to suffer from episodes of memory loss and hallucinations, his family decides to abandon him. Only to realise that they need to find him again, to serve their own purpose. But by now he has moved on with plans of his own and has no intentions of returning. Review: When […]
Lutfi Hasan Joins Release of “Stumped …” in London
By Debashish Sengupta LONDON: In a momentous event that echoed the legacy of Indian cricket, my co-authored memoir of legendary wicketkeeper-batsman Syed Kirmani, titled “Stumped: Life Behind and Beyond Twenty Two Yards” (Penguin Random House), was launched at the prestigious House of Lords, Palace of Westminster, London. The occasion coincided with the 42nd anniversary of […]
What is the Process of Finding a Guru?
There are so many Gurus from different sects that it becomes confusing to choose one Guru By Swami Mukundananda There is a saying in Hindi: “Pani piyo chhanake, guru banao janake” “Drink water only after filtering it; make a Guru only after carefully knowing him.” We must not accept anyone as our Guru, merely because […]
A Melodic Evening to Remember: NRI Antakshari with Annu Kapoor Lights Up Houston
HOUSTON: On April 20th, 2025, the city of Houston was swept up in a wave of nostalgia, melody, and cultural celebration as AN-joy Entertainment, a BABAY Company founded by Archana Nigam and Raghvendra Sengar, hosted the much-anticipated NRI Antakshari – Ka Suhana Safar with Annu Kapoor at the Ayva Center. The event brought together nearly 400 attendees, all […]
‘Metro … in Dino’: Chaotic Yet Charming
By Renuka Vyavahare Story: When it comes to matters of the heart, one shoe doesn’t fit all. Multiple people across ages and cities discover this the hard way, as they grapple with evolving relationships in times of modern love and its unsurety. Review: Falling out of love is normal. How you manage to fall back in love […]
Hindu Sangathan Diwas 2025: Over 200 Gather to Champion Unity, Civic Engagement, and Cultural Pride
ऐक्यं बलं समाजस्य तद्भावे स दुबबलः | तस्मात् ऐक्यं प्रशंसन्ति दृढं राष्ट्र हितैहिणः ||” (Aikyam balam samaajasya tadbhaave sa durbalah. Tasmaat aikyam prashamsanti drudham Raashtram Hiteshinah. (Unity is the true strength of a society. Without it, society becomes weak. That is why those who wish for the nation’s well-being always uphold and promote unity […]
From Yoga to Enlightenment – The Miracle at Universal Door Meditation
Awakened Yoga – When Yoga Becomes the Path Back to the Self HOUSTON: The International Day of Yoga at Universal Door Meditation Center was not just a day to train the body or improve focus — it was the revelation of Yoga under the light of Enlightenment. When Awakened Zen Master Thích Dieu Thien illuminated […]
Swami Mukundananda to Visit Houston during July 19 – Aug. 1
Swami Mukundananda ji will be visiting Houston to conduct the Life Transformation Program (LTP) starting from July 19th. LTP offers a comprehensive approach to personal growth and empowerment, centered around this year’s theme, “Yog Sutras of Patanjali” and “7 Divine Laws to awaken your Best Self”. Swami Mukundananda is a world-renowned spiritual teacher from India […]
Southwestern National Bank Celebrates 20 Years of Empowering Students at Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony
HOUSTON: Southwestern National Bank proudly held its Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony to honor two outstanding high school seniors for their academic excellence, community involvement, and inspiring future aspirations. This year’s celebration was particularly significant as it marked the 20th anniversary of the bank’s long-standing scholarship program. Each recipient of the $1,000 scholarship was carefully selected […]
Yoga in Spanish Draws Hundreds as Colombian Teacher Builds Cultural Bridges
By Juhi Varma KATY, TX — Among the 30 International Day of Yoga events held across Houston this year, one stood out for its unique focus: a Spanish-language gathering at Active Coffee Shop in Katy, where Colombian yoga teacher Olga Prieto led 125 participants through an inclusive community practice. “My English is fine for conversation,” […]
‘Maa’: An Atmospheric Watch that Delivers Chills in Flashes
By Dhaval Roy Story: After her husband’s sudden death in his hometown of Chandarpur, West Bengal, Ambika (Kajol) returns to his ancestral haveli to sell it. But the village is plagued by a demonic curse—and demands the sacrifice of her daughter Shweta (Kherin Sharma) to end it. Will the mother save her child? Review: The film opens […]
International Day of Yoga 2025: Mats, Mindfulness, and Community
Houston embraces yoga in parks, temples, and Town Squares By Juhi Varma HOUSTON: Houstonians gathered for the 11th International Day of Yoga, their mats forming patchwork quilts across parks and grounds, as the city embraced a day of wellness, community, and cultural connection. More than 30 outdoor and indoor events took place across Houston this […]
BAPS Charities Hosts Healthcare Conference in Houston
HOUSTON: BAPS Charities hosted its first-ever Healthcare Professionals Conference (HPC25), drawing more than 1,150 delegates from over 30 medical and allied disciplines to Houston, Texas. This groundbreaking event offered a rare convergence of clinical excellence and spiritual insight, centered on the theme “Enrich, Explore, Empower.” With nine focused breakout tracks, over 60 speakers and facilitators, […]
TCC SPRING 2025 PREMIER | WINNERS: WOMCC | RUNNERS-UP: CSK
HOUSTON: In one of the most thrilling finals in TCC Taped Ball history, WOM Cricket Club (WOMCC) emerged victorious over Cypress Super Kings (CSK) to clinch the TCC Taped Ball Spring 2025 Premier title. The victory was especially sweet for WOMCC, who had previously fallen just short as runners-up in both the Spring T20 2024 […]
‘Sitaare Zameen Par’: Wholesome & Feel Good
By Dhaval Roy Story: Gulshan Arora (Aamir Khan) is a brash basketball coach suspended for punching the head coach and facing a jail term for drunk driving. Instead, he is sentenced to community service — training a team of players with intellectual disabilities to compete in a national basketball tournament. As he coaches them, he embarks […]
NextGen Hindu Youth Convention: An Unforgettable Day
By Juhi Varma PEARLAND: More than 650 people gathered on Saturday, June 14, at the Sri Meenakshi Temple in Pearland for a one-day convention that brought together an impressive lineup of Hindu leaders—from a tech billionaire and a NASA scientist to a congressman. In a world that seems disconnected from tradition, how can we […]