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
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
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!
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
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: 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
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
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 […]
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 […]
Gujarati Sahitya Sarita, Launch of a Book: ‘Smriti Sampada’
HOUSTON: A recently published book ‘Smriti Sampada’ (Treasure of Memories) was launched by Gujarati Sahitya Sarita (GSS) Houston on 27th April, 2024 at Sri Sharadamba Temple Auditorium. More than 165 literature-lovers spent the evening to celebrate the public dedication (Lockarpana) of this book. The event was attended by 10 co-authors (out of 15) who travelled […]
Team Members at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston Receive Certification from Maharani Weddings
MONTGOMERY, Texas – Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston is proud to announce that two of its catering sales managers, Alex Trego, and Caitlin Bracewell, have recently received certification from Maharani, an esteemed authority in South Asian weddings. The certification further enhances the resort’s ability to handle the unique requirements of South Asian weddings. To […]
A Grand Vaisakhi Mela Full of Dance, Wedding, Gidha & Bhangra!
HOUSTON: This year’s Grand Vaisakhi Mela took a cue from last year’s event and turned it around by holding performances at a new elegant venue with plenty of space for the food and merchandising booths. The event was held on Saturday, April 20 at the Morris Cultural Arts Center of the Houston Christian University campus […]
Talent on Parade at HD&D’s ‘Talaash – Ek Hunar Ki Khoj’ Contest
KATY, TX: After an absence of almost six years due to COVID and other delays, HD&D Events, an entertainment group based in Houston, once again brought its Unique Versatile Talent Competition – “Talaash – Ek Hunar Ki Khoj (Season 2)” to the stage with the grand finale held at the Palacio Maria Event Center on […]
Hasya Kavi-Sammelan: A Celebration of Poetry, Wit, Culture and Laughter
HOUSTON: International Hindi Association’s Houston Chapter ( IHA) annual Hasya Kavi-Sammelan is one of those occasions that offer the warmth, intimacy and a feeling of homeland India. On Saturday 13th April evening, poetry enthusiasts and connoisseurs of Hindi literature gathered at the GSH for a mesmerizing journey through ghazals, geet, satire, verses, jokes and laughter. […]
IAA Premiers Kathak Ballet “Satrangi Re…” Shades of Love
HOUSTON: Satrangi Re…Shades of Love premiered at the Wortham Center on Saturday April 20, 2024. IAA presented the Kathak ballet conceptualized and performed by Deepa Devasena and her troupe, the Kathak Dance Collective. The performance also featured Houston’s own dance leaders Dolly Goyal, of Steps for Dancing school, and Ekta Popat, of Storytellers School of […]
A Night to Remember at Gopaal Seyn’s RedBlue Arts Gallery
By Sanchali Basu SUGAR LAND: On March 25th, the RedBlueArts Gallery was abuzz with an air of celebration and inspiration as it hosted a remarkable art reception. The event marked a significant milestone for a dedicated group of students and their mentor Gopaal Seyn, whose collective artistic journey reached a new pinnacle of recognition and […]
BEST HOLI EVER: Masala Radio FM 98.7’s Houston Holi Festival of Colors
HOUSTON: Over 13,000 thousand chimed…one of the BEST HOLI’s EVER!! Masala Radio 98.7 FM’s management team agrees…best God-blessed weather…best venue, best crowd, most sponsors, greatest giveaways, most delicious food court, and the most performers…EVER!! Weeks before Holi, every day on radio, Sunil T had been praying to God for overcast clouds so families could really […]
‘Dimensions of Tabla’ with Guru Shantilal Shah Captivates Houston Audience
By Jigisha Doshi A packed house at the Stafford Civic Center resonated with the vibrant rhythms and melodies of Dimensions of Tabla. Organized by the Indian Music Society, Houston, and led by the esteemed Guru Shantilal Shah, the event showcased the crucial role of tabla players in enriching musical performances. The evening began with a […]
Captivating Provocative, Evocative Films at 16th Indian Film Festival Houston
HOUSTON: The Indian Film Festival of Houston has long been recognized for the excellence and variety of its selections. The 16th annual event, held once again at the Asia Society on Southmore St. in the Museum District, outdid itself this year. Chosen from 47 submissions, the shorts, documentaries, and feature films were unlike the ones […]
