The Ayodhya Story: Dream of 500 Years Now Becomes a Reality
By Kapil Sharma Introduction With all the recent excitement and celebration around the subject of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, it is easy to forget the history and significance of the event. Ayodhya holds immense religious and historical significance for Hindus. It is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of […]
Houston’s Car Parade Celebrates Ayodhya’s Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
By Thara Narasimhan “Houston’s Historic Car Rally, marked by a profound reverence for the Inauguration of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, achieved tremendous success, capturing global attention. The Indian media acknowledges this accomplishment as a testament to the unity and dedication of the Indian Diaspora in Houston. This unprecedented ‘Car Rally’ unfolded as a collective endeavor […]
Shri Ram of Ayodhya Reigns Over Houston
HOUSTON: A new era dawns! History was made on January 10 when Houstonians woke up to a sight never before seen in the city — the skies of Houston was adorned by images of Shri Ram, one of the central Hindu deities, with Ayodhya Ram Temple as the backdrop. Located in a prime location on […]
HSS President Ved Prakash Nanda: 1934-2024 with Tributes from HGH, Sewa
DENVER: Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) mourns the passing of its America Sanghachalak (President) Prof. Ved Prakash Nanda on Monday, January 1st, 2024 in his hometown Denver, CO. He was surrounded by his close family and HSS volunteers. Born in 1934 in Gujranwala of the undivided India, Prof. Nanda underwent an arduous immigration to the Punjab […]
Hindus of Greater Houston to Light 2024 Diyas in Celebration of Lord Shri Ram Mandir’s ‘Pran Prathishtha’ in Ayodhya, India
By Thara Narasimhan HOUSTON: The glittering lights of Diyas and a spectacular rangoli portraying Ram in celebration of Shri Ram’s return to Ayodhya Ram mandir, will be the the highlight of Houston’s celebration. Sangita Bhutada’s outstanding Rangoli will welcome all at this historic celebration in Houston on January 21st 2024. It is with great jubilation […]
IIT Kharagpur Honors Mahamahopadhyaya Bhadreshdas Swami of B.A.P.S Swaminarayan Sanstha and Sundar Pichai with D.Sc. Degrees
KHARAGPUR, INDIA – In a significant event celebrating academic and professional excellence, the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has conferred honorary Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degrees upon four distinguished individuals: Mahamahopadhyaya Bhadreshdas Swami of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, Mr. Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet Inc., Mr. Ajit Jain, Vice Chairman, Insurance Operations at […]
Sri Meenakshi Temple Inaugurates Mahadvaram, Surya Shakti, and Soundaryam
By Pramod Kulkarni PEARLAND: Since its inception in 1982, the Meenakshi Temple Society has carried out an extensive program of new construction and capital improvements. The latest in this series was the inauguration of three projects: Mahadwaram (grand archway), Suryashakti (Go Green solar farm) and Soundarya (beautification through fencing, sprinkler system, and flower beds). The […]
Celebrating Diwali, Thanksgiving the Vedic Way
HOUSTON: Diwali, one of the most celebrated festivals among the Indian Diaspora worldwide was an occasion to connect Arya Samaj Greater Houston (ASGH) well-wishers, students, and parents of the two schools DAV Montessori & Elementary School (DAVMES) and DAV Sanskriti School (DAVSS). The program started with the Yajna-Havan, Acharya Ji’s Divali message and wishes, followed […]
Motorcycle Accident Kills Kiran Olivia Sharma
LIVE OAK COUNTY: According to the Texas Department of Public Safety on December 17th, at 9:40 p.m., a man driving a 1999 Ford Crown Victoria struck a woman riding a 2007 Harley Davidson Motorcycle on southbound Interstate-37 near mile marker 56, North of the US 59 Interchange in Live Oak County. According to DPS troopers, […]
Young Hearts, Big Impact: Punjabi School of GSSWH Kids Rally Together to Serve at Local Food Bank
A Lesson in Compassion and Community Engagement HOUSTON: In a heartening demonstration of empathy and community spirit, a group of enthusiastic school kids from Gurudwara Sahib of Southwest Houston (GSSWH) actively volunteered their time at the Houston Food Bank, proving that age is no barrier when it comes to making a positive impact on the […]
How to Achieve a Post Fossil Fuel Energy World
By Bhupinder Singh COP28, which has just concluded in Dubai at the very last minute came to an agreement on to “transition away from fossil fuels in energy systems”. Though a major breakthrough, the deal doesn’t compel countries to take any concrete action, nor any timescale is specified. Phasing out of fossil fuels causing drastic […]
Sewa Houston Hosts Vibrant, Successful Annual Fundraising Gala
HOUSTON: The Houston Chapter of Sewa International celebrated its annual gala on December 10th, highlighting its achievements and raising funds for various humanitarian projects. The event, named “H.E.L.P. 2023” (Help Every Life Prosper), concluded the year embodied in Selfless Service to the local community. The Gala held at the GSH event center was sold-out and […]
IACCGH Recognizes Mainstream Local Officials at Holiday Party
By Pramod Kulkarni HOUSTON: The Indo-American Chamber of Greater Houston (IACCGH) presented mementos to three officials who are leaving their positions: Houston City Mayor Sylvester Turner, retiring Small Business Administration (SBA) District Director Tim Jeffcoat, and former Houston Minority Supplier Diversity Council (HMSDC) President Richard “Dick” Huebner. Executive Director Jagdip Ahluwalia said all three officials […]
A Memorable First Kumbhabhisekam for Sri Saumyakasi Sivalaya
An outpouring of grateful devotion and inspired seva By Padmashree Rao Photos by Bharat Rao, Ashutosh Kak, Manisha Joshi, Rajesh Thatte, Nilesh Shah Chinmaya Mission Houston (CMH): On the Sunday morning of November 26, 2023, the skies had a sacred overtone. The air was cold and crisp as the brisk winds gathered strength through the […]
Sikh Center’s Golden Jubilee Celebration
By Bhupinder Singh The Sikh Center was established in 1972. Then there were about a dozen Sikh families who had just made Houston their home. These early pioneers felt a void for their religious and spiritual needs. They decided to fill that void by holding a monthly meeting in a volunteer family’s home for a […]
IMAGH/Club 65 Members Enjoy Picnic on Shores of Lake Conroe
By Jawahar Malhotra & Rashida Abdullabhoy CONROE: There is no doubt that the Club 65 group of seniors have all the fun! Most months, they hold a meeting – usually at Bayland Park- where not only do they reconnect with one another, but they learn new ideas and share in lighthearted moments and some musical […]
Sandra (Sandi) Louise Bhatia: 1946-2023
HOUSTON: Sandra (Sandi) Louise Bhatia, 77, passed away on November 21, 2023 in Houston, Texas. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1946 to Richard and Dorothy Hass. Sandi married Dr. Pritam S. Bhatia in 1965. Sandi attended the University of Arkansas, where she received a master’s degree in social work. She worked as a […]
Gujarati Samaj of Houston Elects President, VP, and Committee for 2024
HOUSTON Gujarati Samaj of Houston has been celebrating our traditional festivals such as Navaratri and Diwali since its inception in 1979. It is the oldest organization that celebrates Navaratri for all the nine days of this festival. During Navaratri it is also a time for the members to commit themselves to the samaj by becoming […]
Capitol Hill Joins Indian American Community to Celebrate Diwali, the ‘Festival of Lights’
WASHINGTON DC: BAPS Public Affairs and multiple partner organizations, including the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur, Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA), the American Jewish Committee (AJC), the U.S. Indian Community Foundation, the U.S. India Security Council Inc, and the Indian American Relations […]
Vibrant Dipavali Puja Celebrations at Chinmaya Mission Houston
By Ujwala Bhat Photos by Ashutosh Kak On this Sacred day of Deepavali (Diwali) at dusk when darkness intensifies, all homes are illumined by lights, tiny mud pots with oil wicks. I appeal that this day is a day of prayer and expression of love. Get out of your homes in the evening, and embrace […]
