“PM Theresa May Does Not Listen”, Says Lord Bilimoria
By Raj Kanwar IAN India Correspondent LONDON: In a speech lasting 15 minutes, Lord Karan Bilimoria said that only as late as 22 February, 2016, Britain was flying high as the fastest growing economy in the Western world, and was the envy of Europe. That fateful day David Cameron announced the Referendum and four months […]
The Quiet, Unassuming Resting Place of the Last Mughal Emperor
By Jawahar Malhotra YANGON, MYANMAR: As a schoolboy in Teheran, Iran, I learnt of the recent history of India – just as countless other schoolkids still do all over India – which was dominated for 350 years by the Muslim Turco-Mongol dynasty and the machinations of the British East India Company till 1947. After his […]
Silicon Valley Indian Raj Shah Heads Up Defense Innovation Unit
By Jawahar Malhotra MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA: The latest row between the US and North Korea has only amplified the lack of real time imagery to monitor the missile activity in the North and the response time if a launch was being prepared. Apparently, only one-third of North Korea is covered by spy satellites at any […]
India’s 71st Independence Day on August 20
HOUSTON: This year, during celebration of India’s 71st Independence Day on August 20th at the Stafford Center, India Culture Center will be recognizing children of INDO-AMERICAN heritage for their Elocution skills. This provides unique opportunity and platform for children to show-off their oratory skills to a large Indo-American audience. Please encourage your children to participate and […]
The Extraordinary Life and Times of Mahatma Gandhi – Part 7
The story thus far… Gandhi realizes that he could be more effective at supporting the cause of the Indians in South Africa if he returned to India. Once in Calcutta, he drew attention to the plight of the South African Indians to the Indian government and media, where there was widespread support. But he was […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Atte di Pinni (Sweet Wheat Flour Balls)
Since it has first been printed four years ago, this has been the most popular recipe of Mama’s, getting over 400 views each week. Below is a reprint of Mama’s Atta di Pinni recipe, which is simple but tasty and a wonderful accompaniment to a cup of hot tea or coffee on any day. It […]
IMAGH Spreads the Message of Love & Peace at the 8th Annual Eid Milan Event
Click here for Photo Collage By Vanshika Vipin Varma HOUSTON: With the new moon being spotted in the skies, Muslims all over the globe begin celebrations for one of the most joyous days in the Islamic calendar- Eid-al-Fitr, thereby marking the end of Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr is a day of great merriment and thanksgiving. Muslims […]
IACF Hands a Record $65K Grants to 25 Local Charities, Its Largest Group
Click here Photo Collage By Jawahar Malhotra SUGAR LAND: Only minutes into the program, just as the guests were finishing off their appetizers and getting comfortable in their seats, the fire alarm went off. All you could hear in the parking lot as you walked up to the front door of Madras Pavilion were the […]
OCC Celebrates the Tenth Chariot Festival
HOUSTON: The night before was stormy with wind and some rain. It did not deter the determination and passion of OCC community members to gather at India house in preparation for the big day i.e the yearly chariot festival of Lord Jagnnath. OCC with support from Sri Sitaram Foundation, celebrated the chariot festival of Lord […]
TCC Taped Ball Premier Tournament Spring 2017 Cougars Winners, CJCC Runners up
HOUSTON: Cougars Cricket Club won their 5th and one of the most memorable TCC championship trophy by defeating Cliff Jumpers Cricket Club (CJCC) by 53 runs to be crowned as Champions of TCC Taped Ball Premier Tournament Spring 2017 played amongst top 14 division 1 teams. It required a miraculous turnaround of winning 7 consecutive […]
A Masonic Honor that Surprised the Beloved Brother Raj Bhalla
By Jawahar Malhotra RICHMOND: The annals of the work of the freemasons are filled with many worthy deeds, each performed in the spirit of the fraternity that has been inspired since the order was first established long ago in 1717 when the first Grand Lodge of England was formed in London. Personal growth and social […]
ASIE Holds Architectural Field Trip at Hotel Ylem
HOUSTON: American Society of Indian Engineers and Architects (ASIE), a Houston based organization for engineers, architects, designers, and engineering technicians, held their monthly meeting as a “architectural and business seminar – field trip” to Hotel Ylem located near medical center on Main Street. The host of the event, the hotel owner Jay Dalwadi and wife […]
An Evening of Music – A Survivor Activity
HOUSTON: IACAN strives to connect and support the cancer patients, cancer survivors and their care givers. Towards this goal, IACAN organizes periodic social activities that include among others fine arts, yoga, and gardening. These activities are envisioned to offer physical, emotional and religious support. Furthermore, IACAN believes that these activities assist in building a sense […]
Babu Gogineni: Confronting Superstition as a Humanist, Rationalist
By Pramod Kulkarni HOUSTON: If you’re reading this article, you are a well-educated and well-informed Indo-American. Nevertheless, do you believe in superstitions? Do you feel apprehensive if a black cat crosses your path? Do you check your weekly horoscope in newspapers and ward off accidents by tying a lemon and peppers on your new car? […]
Radha Krishna Temple Inaugural Ceremony
ALLEN: The Radha Krishna Temple on 1450 N. Watters Road, Allen, TX 75013 opened its doors on 4 July 2017, at 7 AM, followed by grand, 8-day festival of joy and devotion. The volunteers at the Radha Krishna Temple are gearing up to welcome thousands of guests for these eight days of joyous celebrations, which […]
Gitesh Desai Takes Over as Sewa International (Houston chapter) President
HOUSTON: Sewa International Houston chapter is abuzz with new vigour and enthusiasm these days as it welcomes its new president, Gitesh Desai. He replaces Sarojini Gupta, who was Sewa Houston’s President for the past three years. Under Sarojini Gupta’s tenure Sewa International Houston chapter grew from strength to strength and now the baton has been […]
Local Teens are National Champions in Public Forum Debate
HOUSTON: The National Debate & Speech Tournament has been held across the country since 1931, and today is one of the largest academic competitions in the world. Each year, more than 7,000 High school and Middle School students compete in a week-long competition to determine the national champion in a range of Speech and Debate […]
The Extraordinary Life and Times of Mahatma Gandhi – Part 6
The story thus far…Gandhi’s activism on behalf of the Indians in South Africa, brought him much strife. The local Afrikaners and the British considered him as a troublemaker. He was attacked by angry mobs. With his calm demeanor, he wins over the people, and even gets to help create an ambulance corps. The Durban police […]
Keeping Kids Creative In the Summer Months
Summer is a wonderful time for family bonding and adventures. With the joys of the season comes the challenge of keeping kids mentally stimulated while they’re away from the classroom – especially if you’re on a budget. This is not limited to purely academic thinking, but also to imaginative reasoning. Best in Class Education Center […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Besan De Poode (Chickpea Flour Flatcakes)
By popular demand from many readers, below is a reprint of Mama’s Besan de Poode recipe, which is a tasty, inexpensive, fast comfort food for rainy days and for uninvited guests. It is reprinted with some additional information and directions. Judging from the many different types of snacks it is used in, besan (chickpea flour) […]
