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In Rasul Ramji’s Debut Novel, Dreams Bring Lovers Together

In Rasul Ramji’s Debut Novel, Dreams Bring Lovers Together

By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: You’re hooked into the story from the first line that mentions the Riverwalk in San Antonio. After all, how many novels do you come across that are set in San Antonio and in the opening pages take you riding on the flat bottom boat that ply by all the restaurants and sites […]

“Life Continues to Thrive on Earth, and as Long as it Does, it Will be Heard”

“Life Continues to Thrive on Earth, and as Long as it Does, it Will be Heard”

SUGAR LAND : Anjana Parthasarathi enchants audiences with her soulful voice in the Texas Kannada Short Film “Kashi-Kailash” directed by Anu Kulkarni from Sugar Land. Anjana, a talented RJ at Dakshin Radio, is a trained Carnatic singer from Bengaluru, India. Her commitment to authenticity and her ability to connect with listeners through her deeply resonant […]

Jain Vishwa Bharati Celebrates 25th Anniversary with a Mesmerizing Mega Play about Triumph of Spiritual Devotion

Jain Vishwa Bharati Celebrates 25th Anniversary with a Mesmerizing Mega Play about Triumph of Spiritual Devotion

HOUSTON – January 12, 2025: The spiritually uplifting mega-play “Prem Aur Vairagya Ki Amar Kahani” staged by Jain Vishwa Bharati Houston (JVB) on Sunday night was a resounding success, leaving the audience captivated by the extraordinary talent and dedication showcased by all involved. The event, which took place at the Stafford Centre, was attended by […]

A Preamble to One of Our Mother Tongues on World Hindi Day

A Preamble to One of Our Mother Tongues on World Hindi Day

By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: Recognizing the importance of the Indian diaspora worldwide and the need to unite them with cultural ties, in 2006 then Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh (who recently died on December 26) inaugurated the first Vishwa Hindi Divas or World Hindi Day which has been celebrated since then yearly on January 10. […]

Ashok Pruthi Releases Two Heartwarming Children’s Books This Holiday Season

Ashok Pruthi Releases Two Heartwarming Children’s Books This Holiday Season

VICTORIA, TEXAS – Renowned children’s author Ashok Pruthi, a U.S. citizen with an Indian background, is thrilled to announce the release of two captivating children’s books, Big Bold Bear and Jack is Back. These beautifully illustrated tales are set to debut this holiday season, offering families a perfect opportunity to bond over stories of love, […]

A Proud Milestone for Texas and Indian Community: Shivam Dhol Tasha Pathak at the 60th U.S. Presidential Inaugural Parade

A Proud Milestone for Texas and Indian Community: Shivam Dhol Tasha Pathak at the 60th U.S. Presidential Inaugural Parade

WASHINGTON DC: The 60th Presidential Inauguration will herald President Trump’s return to the White House. This special event will honor the rich history and tradition of our great nation, the American people, Diversity & Inclusion and the promise our country holds for future generations. In a remarkable fusion of culture, tradition, and global diplomacy, the […]

The Play “Tik Tik Tik” Thrills at Udavam Karangal Fundraiser

The Play “Tik Tik Tik” Thrills at Udavam Karangal Fundraiser

By Jawahar Malhotra PEARLAND: As with the play performed last year, this year’s production also immediately caught the eye with the sets on stage. Except, there were none, just a series of cleverly taken images of different locales, digitally reproduced and projected on a huge scale to give the impression of depth and immersion for the […]

International Hindi Association Hosts ‘Kavita Ki Sham’ for Local Talent

International Hindi Association Hosts ‘Kavita Ki Sham’ for Local Talent

By Sanjay Sohoni HOUSTON: On December 6, 2024, the Houston chapter of International Hindi Association celebrated their year-end event ‘Kavita Ki Sham’ with lots of pomp & ceremony.  It was the 13th year in the continuation of hosting this much loved, appreciated and awaited event.  Every year the Houston chapter hosts this program to offer […]

Fort Bend Diwali 2024 – An Indian Cultural Extravaganza

Fort Bend Diwali 2024 – An Indian Cultural Extravaganza

HOUSTON: An amazingly devout 4-hour Fort Bend Diwali 2024 (12th Annual Vedic Fair) organized at the Sugar Land Town Square on Sunday Oct 20th highlighted Indian Workshops, performances, Recitation and LIVE concert left the audiences transfixed right from the beginning to the very end of the show. The celebrations featured MC Yogi an internationally acclaimed […]

Tagore Center Foundation Lecture Series: In Search of A Prophet – A Spiritual Journey with Kahlil Gibran

Tagore Center Foundation Lecture Series: In Search of A Prophet – A Spiritual Journey with Kahlil Gibran

Presented by Paul-Gordon Chandler By Chandana Guha HOUSTON: On October 19, the Tagore Center Foundation (Foundation/TCF) presented to a select interested and intellectual audience as part of its annual lecture series, a program reflective of the Foundation’s (TCF) vision and so apt and befitting our current times. The speaker was Paul-Gordon Chandler, an author, art […]

IAA 2024: Stellar Performances by Sonam Kalra

IAA 2024: Stellar Performances by Sonam Kalra

HOUSTON: The Indo-American Association (IAA) celebrated the successful completion of its 2024 season with two captivating performances by the internationally acclaimed Coke Studio artist, Sonam Kalra, over the weekend of September 7 and 8. The unique shows mesmerized Houston audiences with their exceptional blend of music, poetry and storytelling. Ibadat, a musical performance blending Sufi, […]

Hindu Heritage Youth Camp: Perspective of a Camper from Kuwait

Hindu Heritage Youth Camp: Perspective of a Camper from Kuwait

By Anika Sharda HOUSTON: Carpe Diem – seize the day. If you win the morning you win the day. I lie on my soft mattress on the top bunk, look out from my window and see the vivid warm colors melting with the dawn sky.  I race to the bathroom to wash my teeth, clean […]

Chitra’s Novel “Independence” Wins American Book Award

Chitra’s Novel “Independence” Wins American Book Award

HOUSTON: Chitra Banerjee’s new novel, Independence, has won the prestigious American Book Award. In fact, Chitra may be the only South Asian author to win the award for the second time (first time was for her collection Arranged Marriage). Set during the partition of British India in 1947, a time when a neighbor was pitted […]

JLF Houston is a Literary Extravaganza You Cannot Miss Out On!

JLF Houston is a Literary Extravaganza You Cannot Miss Out On!

HOUSTON: JLF International, which has proven itself to be an invigorating confluence of literary voices, shall be returning to Houston for its seventh iteration, with sessions running from September 6th till September 8th, 2024. Presented by Teamwork Arts in partnership with the Asia Society Texas, Inprint, Rothko Chapel, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and the […]

Shaam-e-Mehfil from IMPA – A New Organization Promoting Indian Music and Performing Arts

Shaam-e-Mehfil from IMPA – A New Organization Promoting Indian Music and Performing Arts

  By Sanchali Basu A magical evening of IMPA (Indian Music and Performing Arts) Inc’s launching event Shaam-e-mehfil took place on Aug 4th 2024 at Stafford Civic Center, 1415 Constitution Ave, Stafford, TX 77477. Indian Music & Performing Arts IMPA Inc. is a non- profit 501 c (3) founded by President Keka Kar with like-minded […]

Houston Celebrates Rich History of Yoga by Honouring Eminent Teachers

Houston Celebrates Rich History of Yoga by Honouring Eminent Teachers

HOUSTON: SVYASA in collaboration with Hindus of Greater Houston (HGH) organized a special event to honor eminent yoga teachers based in Houston, Texas on June 29th, 2024, at VPSS Haveli Honorable Consulate General of India, Mr. D. C. Manjunath, expressed his joy for Houston organizing over 30 events, which concluded a series of activities commemorating […]

IAA’s ‘Bollywood & Beyond’ Mesmerizes Sold-Out Audience at Wortham Center

IAA’s ‘Bollywood & Beyond’ Mesmerizes Sold-Out Audience at Wortham Center

HOUSTON: Indo-American Association Houston (IAA) hosted a spectacular musical evening titled “Bollywood & Beyond – Strings of Virtuosity Vocals of Grace” on June 29, at the prestigious Wortham Center, drawing music enthusiasts from all over Texas, including attendees who traveled from Dallas, Austin and San Antonio. The audience at the Wortham Center brimmed with excitement […]

10th International Day of Yoga (IDY) Celebrations in Houston

10th International Day of Yoga (IDY) Celebrations in Houston

By Thara Narasimhan HOUSTON: One of the most significant events blending with summer solstice, the longest day of the year is the International Day of Yoga. (IDY) Yoga invites people from around the world to come together in their communities for yoga sessions.. IDY aims to raise awareness leading to a stress-free life, tranquility of […]

10th International Day of Yoga Celebrations with CG at Space Center

10th International Day of Yoga Celebrations with CG at Space Center

Silambam Houston Celebrates $103K Donation from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club

Silambam Houston Celebrates $103K Donation from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club

PEARLAND: Silambam Houston is embracing sustainability with the installation of a rooftop solar array and a new pavilion at its Pearland dance studio thanks to a grant of nearly $103,000 from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club. The 14.58 kW solar array is expected to offset 100 percent of the building’s energy needs and save the organization […]

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