Generating True Alpha, Nitya Capital & Karya Property Management
By Vanshika Vipin Varma HOUSTON: Houston’s high-flying real estate market has been in the news, from being ranked at the top of a prominent national list of cities to watch, to passing through clouds post Hurricane Harvey, and then bouncing back in the months ahead to some semblance of normalcy. Amongst the ocean of real estate investment companies […]
Overseas BJP Friends: Excited, Jubilant and Somewhat Relieved
HOUSTON: Overseas Friends of Bharatiya Janata Party (OFBJP) karyakartas (volunteers) gathered for a spontaneous celebration of the BJP victories over lunch at a local Indian restaurant on a rainy Monday afternoon. Most of these dedicated members were awake till the wee hours as counting of votes in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh unfolded. The fact that […]
Indian Consulate Hosts Hanukkah Celebration with Diverse Houstonians
By Pramod Kulkarni HOUSTON: Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem during167-160 BCE. The festival is observed for eight nights and days. It is also known as the Festival of Lights and the Feast of Dedication. A diverse group of Houstonians, including Indo-Americans, had the opportunity last Monday […]
Did their Mt. Kailash, Mansarovar Yatra Bring Himalayan Snow to Texas?
By Malik Putcha & Nutan Iyer HOUSTON: Ever since July 20, 1969 when Neil Armstrong, the first man to land on the Moon, uttered his famous words, “Houston, the Eagle has landed”, this city had been associated with “daring and can- do attitude spirited” individuals. And a daring group of eleven Houstonian Indo-Americans, inculcated and […]
Ansari, Nanjiani Host SNL and Change the Face of PrimeTime
By Sanjay Stefan Malhotra HOUSTON: 2017 has been an exceptional year for comedy and not just the heaps of comedy material the Trump administration bestow upon us on a daily basis. Something quite remarkable has happened in the universe of American comedy that many South Asians may have overlooked. For the first time in the […]
Southwestern National Bank’s 20th Annual Christmas Party
HOUSTON: Southwestern National Bank held its 20th annual Christmas party at the JW Marriott Hotel on December 9. President/CEO Gary Owens, gave a warm welcome and thanked the shareholders and special guests that were able to join in celebrating the holidays. Owens expressed his sincere appreciation to the Board of Directors for their continued support […]
Joyalukkas: The World’s Favorite Jeweler Now Lauches in South Extension, New Delhi
NEW DELHI: Joyalukkas, the world’s favorite jeweler, has launched its new showroom in the bustling metropolis of South Extension, Delhi. The new showroom was inaugurated by Sri. Vijay Prakash Jain (Secretary General, Bhartiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal) on December 9, 2017 at 11 am which was an exciting affair attended by local dignitaries, VIPs and chief […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Gulab Jamun (Rose Colored Fried Sweet Balls)
With the advent of cold weather, it is the season for sweets, nuts and wonderful aromas like this recipe which can fill any dining table for the Holidays. Below is a reprint of Mama’s Gulab Jamun recipe, which is a tasty sweet popular in many Indian restaurants and is especially delightful during the merry winter […]
Asians Are More Susceptible to Heart Attacks
HOUSTON: On Sunday, December 3, the parking lot of India House was full and some of the usual visitors were wondering; once they came in, they found out that besides many usual Sunday activities, a Heart Health Symposium was going on. Many inquisitive people who had not pre-registered decided to come in if they were […]
Fight Back Against Sexual Assault
SUGAR LAND: On Saturday December 9, Daya held its next installment of Start the Conversation, a lecture and event series where the community considers, analyzes and confronts the issues, challenges and complexities that affect all. As reports of powerful individuals abusing others flood our newsfeeds, Daya provided the opportunity for the community to channel outrage into action. In […]
The Story of Ganesh, Played on Stage, as an Inspiration
By Jawahar Malhotra STAFFORD: During one of the scenes when young dancers are performing for the Divine Family of Shiva, Parvati and the resurrected Ganesh, Masterji Indravadan Trivedi looks on from the podium just offstage, his turbaned head nodding slightly in rhythm to the music, eyes twinkling and his smiling face thrilled at the dancers’ […]
Asia Society Texas Kicks Off 2018 Tiger Ball Honoring Gordon and Sylvia Quan
HOUSTON: The Who’s Who of Houston’s international scene gathered at Yauatcha Restaurant in The Galleria last night for Asia Society Texas Center’s annual Tiger Ball kickoff party hosted by Gigi Huang, introducing Gordon and Sylvia Quan as the gala’s honorees for 2018. The evening included Asian-inspired lychee martinis, dim sum, and a surprise visit by […]
Rebuild, Relive and Recovery Event by BAPS Charities
HOUSTON: Houston Strong! The motto that has been ringing in everyone’s ears since Harvey. Many individuals have volunteered their time and effort to help our community. Three months since the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, many residents still are out of their homes. As you walk into their homes the walls are still stripped out of […]
How to Pitch to Investors, Workshops by TiE Houston and Houston Exponential
HOUSTON: On November 29, 2017 entrepreneurs, mentors, and investors gathered at Houston Exponential (previously known as Houston Technology Center) for a workshop on how to pitch to investors put together by TiE Houston and Houston Exponential. The focus of the event was to help entrepreneurs learn from about what investors are looking for in presentations […]
Pondi Café Now Open at Asia Society Texas Center
HOUSTON: Visitors to Asia Society Texas in the heart of the Houston Museum District are now greeted by the enticing aromas of India-inspired cuisine from Pondi, Pondicheri’s little sister. Pondi is open for extended lunch hours Tuesday-Sunday with a vibrant and innovative menu featuring everything from Butter Chicken to Saffron Shrimp Salad and Bombay Benedict. […]
Marathi Film Kshitij- A Horizon Wins ICFT UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI
HOUSTON: Marathi movie Kshitij- A Horizon produced by Navroz Prasla-Media FilmsCraft, USA based company and Navroz Prasla Productions directed by Manouj Kadamh and the story written by Rayban Davage recently won “ The prestigious ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal ” at 48th International Film Festival Of India ( IFFI ) Goa. It’s a story of small girl- […]
The American Leadership Forum Celebrates 35 Years of Collaborative Leadership in Houston
HOUSTON: “For 35 years, the American Leadership Forum (ALF) has been a significant driving force in creating the vibrant Houston region we embrace today”, said Randy Sim, the newly elected Chair of the ALF Board of Trustees. “We salute those before us and look confidently into the future knowing that ALF supports leaders in our […]
KP George & RK Sandill Running Election Campaigns
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: In the past month, two local Indo-Americans have announced and indeed filed to run for positions in the upcoming elections in November 2018. K.P. George, who is currently a member of the Board of Trustees for Fort Bend County ISD announced that he will contest the Fort Bend County Judge position […]
Avoiding Brain Drain During the Holidays
HOUSTON: While it’s easy to be envious of students who are off of school for an extended break during the holidays, these few weeks should not be a complete escape from learning. For younger children who are still adjusting to the school schedule, taking a few weeks off of school and lessons can set students […]
Namadwaar’s Annual Madhura Utsav
MANVEL: Global Organization for Divinity and Houston Namadwaar will conduct their annual grand celebration of bhakti and Bhagavata Dharma, from December 23 to 31 this year through a 7-day “Madhura Utsav” (sweet celebration). A ‘Madhurageetham’ devotional music competition will also be held on Dec 24, for music enthusiasts of all ages. Both the events will be held at […]
