Chinmaya Mission Houston Celebrates Navaratri with Traditional Flair
By Rajesh Thatte HOUSTON: Chinmaya Mission Houston (CMH) families and their guests were treated with a vibrant yet spiritual Navaratri Garba on Saturday October 7, 2023, at Gujarati Samaj Houston. It is an annual tradition at CMH for families to come together and offer prayers and homage to Goddess Durga during Navaratri. The Navaratri festival […]
Sewa International Raising Funds for Israeli Victims & Families
HOUSTON: Sewa International expresses deep concern for the people affected by the recent terrorist attacks in Israel. Our philosophy, grounded in the age-old Hindu traditions, promotes the well-being of all and the sanctity of life. We stand in solidarity with the innocent victims of these attacks and offer our thoughts and prayers to grieving families. […]
IACF Gala Goes “Casino Night” to Raise Funds for Local Charities
By Jawahar Malhotra STAFFORD, TX: It was a case of deja-vu as the Indo American Charity Foundation once again turned to a format for its 36th Annual Gala, which had worked well for it in the past. Who, after all, could turn down a Casino Night, especially if was tagged as a “Play to Win, […]
Grand Opening of BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, NJ
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ: It was a moment of jubilation, a moment that transcended borders, cultures, and continents. BAPS, a global spiritual and humanitarian organization, celebrated the grand opening of the Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, New Jersey, in a spectacular event that left hearts brimming with joy and gratitude. Hundreds of thousands of individuals from across the […]
Prashant Muzumdar: 1971-2023
HOUSTON: We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Prashant Muzumdar, loving husband, father, and friend, who passed away on October 3, 2023 in a car accident. Born on February 11, 1971, Prashant’s 52 years were filled with laughter, wisdom, and a profound love for his family and friends. Prashant is survived by his […]
Hindu Community Stands beside the Jewish Community in Houston
HOUSTON: Hindus of Greater Houston has provided its support to the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston to provide aid and relief to the people of Israel considering the horrendous attack. HGH has pledged a donation of $10,000 to the Jewish Federation of Houston’s “Support for Israel Fund”. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent […]
Houston Indians Attend Reception for India’s President Ram Nath Kovind
HOUSTON: An elite segment of the Indo-American community in Houston attended a dinner reception in honor of Ram Nath Kovind, the 14th President of India from 2017 to 2022. The reception took place on Friday, October 6 evening at the Post Oak Hotel in the Galleria area. The presidential reception was organized by Maneesh Media, […]
Dr. Sumit Ganguly Speaks at Inaugural Tagore Center Lecture Series
HOUSTON: To build a global village at Tagore Center in the heart of a very diverse city like the City of Houston had been a dream come true for the founders Dr. Ruma Acharya and Asoke Dey Sarkar. The dream is taking shape on a 14-acre land of hope and harmony in Southwest Houston. On […]
Hindu Campsite Fundraiser a $5.6 MM Investment in Community’s Future Generations
Subhash, Saroj Gupta Make Initial $1.7 million Donation By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: The South Asian community across the nation has been growing at a fast clip as also in Texas. But nowhere has the community been as active in the past decade – COVID notwithstanding – as it has been in the Houston area. It […]
Eternal Gandhi Museum in Houston Opens on Gandhi Jayanti, Offers Interactive Look at His Life
By Juhi Varma HOUSTON: Martin Luther King’s nephew, Isaac Newton Farris Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson, Dr. Rajmohan Gandhi, were among those who gathered Monday afternoon to celebrate the grand opening of the Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston. Held on Oct. 2, 2023, Gandhi’s 154th birthday, the ribbon-cutting marked the culmination of months of effort […]
JVB Preksha Meditation Center Celebrates Maitri Diwas with Patrons and Community Leaders
By Kuldeep Lunia JVB […]
BAPS Festival of Inspirations to Culminate in the Grand Inauguration of the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ recently has become the epicenter of profound spiritual fervor as the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham hosted the three-month-long “Festival of Inspirations.” Uniting various events under its umbrella, the festival was a clarion call for unity, spirituality, and community service, echoing Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s life motto, “In the joy of others lies our own.” In […]
Elements of Montessori Education for Young Children
ABSORBENT MIND Dr. Montessori believed that the brains of young children work in a different way from that of adults. She referred to the time from birth – 6 as the “Absorbent Mind.” During the period of the absorbent mind, young children are capable of absorbing immense amounts of information about the environment through their […]
Stunning Multi-Generational Home Now Available in West U!
By Mike Brombacher HOUSTON: Imagine your new life in this exquisite estate in idyllic West University! 6535 Buffalo Speedway 77005, an exclusive multigenerational home offers over 8,300 square feet of luxurious living on almost half an acre of green space. Inside the home, you will find exquisite hand-carved mahogany doors and a marble-lined foyer inviting […]
Dawn to Dusk: The Teachings of 2023 Hindu Heritage Youth Camp
By Krupa Rathi HOUSTON: As the sun gently rises over Camp Young Judea, casting a warm golden glow on the verdant surroundings, a sense of excitement and anticipation fills the air. You can spot a basketball court filled with 240 campers and 60 counselors eager to perform Surya Namskar at the break of dawn. This […]
Taral Patel Responds to a Barrage of Racist, Xenophobic & Vile Attacks
RICHMOND: Taral Patel, Democratic candidate running for Fort Bend County Commissioner – Precinct 3, responded to hate-filled messages that attacked his ethnicity, nationality, faith, and more on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Taral Patel released the following statement, “Since announcing my run for County Commissioner, I have worked tirelessly to connect with the diverse communities that […]
Kinjal Dave Garba: Power of Music, Community, and Collaboration
HOUSTON: On a memorable Sunday, Sept 17th evening in Houston, Kinjal Dave, the reigning queen of Gujarati folk music, cast a spell over 2000 eager fans. This spectacular show, organized by Ramdev Masala and Nextstar Entertainment, was a testament to the power of music, community, and collaboration. Promoted exclusively by Masala Radio 98.7 FM, the […]
IAPAC Organizes Brunch Gathering to Delve into Texas Judicial System
SUGAR LAND — The Indian American Political Action Committee of Greater Houston (IAPAC) recently organized a brunch as part of its “Conversations Over Coffee” series (CoC@IAPAC) on September 10, 2023, at Ailings Chinese Bistro, who sponsored the event. Purusottam Sahoo and Gaurav Jhaveri co-chaired the event which delved into the intricacies of the state-level judicial […]
Upma & Mukulesh Shah Host Dinner with Chef Sanjeev Kapoor for Akshaya Patra
HOUSTON: Upma and Mukulesh Shah hosted an evening fundraiser benefiting the Akshaya Patra Foundation at their residence in Sugar Land on September 8, 2023. The event was graced by the presence of the renowned Celebrity Chef, Sanjeev Kapoor. The Shahs’ home was brimming with invited guests, including leaders from the Akshaya Patra Houston Chapter, AP’s […]
