Ekal Foundation’s Unprecedented $6.5 Million Magnificent Gala
By Prakash Waghmare On Saturday, December 5, “Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation (EVF)” hosted a magnificent Star-studded Gala, called ‘Future of India’. This Gala-2020 raised record-setting $6.5 Million in pledges & donations for the special projects. The highlight of this virtual event was not only the participation of a galaxy of outstanding personalities, but also, the way […]
“Sir”: Soul-stirring Tale of Emotional Intimacy, Dreams, and Belonging
By Renuka Vyavahare Story: Soulmates are found in the most unexpected places. Two people divided by societal norms and united by their quiet love, understanding and mutual respect, empower each other as they exchange meaningful glances, speak through silences and wonder what lies ahead for them. Review: The male protagonist of the film — U.S […]
How to Get Tested for Covid-19 in Houston
If you are experiencing symptoms of coronavirus, or if you think or know that you have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for the disease, you owe it to yourself and your loved ones, your co-workers, and your community to schedule a test. The Houston Health Department and agency partners offer free testing […]
Guru Nanak Ji Jayanti Celebrated by Sikhs throughout the Globe
Amritsar: Guru Nanak Dev Ji – the first Sikh Guru’s birthday – is widely celebrated across the globe. The auspicious day is known as Guru Nanak Jayanti, Gurpurab or Guru Nanak Prakash Parv. This year, Guru Nanak Jayanti falls on November 30. Ahead of this day, Gurudwaras are decked up and the festive fervour can […]
Akshaya Patra Raises Covid Relief through A Grand Virtual ‘Gratitude’ Gala
New York: A grand finale virtual gala of 2020, the Gratitude Gala, was held this past Saturday evening. The Gratitude Gala was a huge success having over 10,000 attendees who viewed the event on Akshaya Patra’s webpage, Facebook, Youtube and TV Asia, and raised over $3 million. The funds raised will provide COVID relief to […]
Champions CC Winners of Spring 2020 TCC Taped Ball Tournament
Houston: Champions CC were crowned as the champions of TCC Taped Ball Spring 2020 Professional on August 15th 2020 defeating Champions CC II by 8 wickets and thereby claiming their first TCC Taped Ball professional Tournament title which is a once in a year championship for Divn. II teams. This was the first appearance in […]
IACCGH Webinar Features Houston Port Authority, Walmart Executives
By Manu Shah Houston: On October 30, Walmart’s Vice President of Merchandising Gita Chakrabarti and Houston Port Commissioner Cheryl Creuzot shared a virtual dais as Keynote Speakers for the IACCGH Women Mean Business (WMB) Series. The Webinar, replete with practical advice and insights on what it takes for a woman to succeed, stemmed from their […]
VOSAP to Recognize 50 Winners of ‘Art from Heart’ Contest
Launched in June 2020, the International Art Contest “VOSAP Art From Heart” is an effort to stir up action, social transformation to build a global, inclusive society by (VOSAP). The objective is to engage, create a mass movement of people for better understanding of Specially Abled People. This global art contest is first of its […]
Hope You’re OK
By Pramod Kulkarni, Editor The most endearing aspect of the American culture is Thanksgiving. The holiday doesn’t have a religious significance, but was created after the American Civil War by President Abraham Lincoln. It does have a historical antecedent to the Thanksgiving feast enjoyed by the American Pilgrims and their Native American benefactors. Never mind […]
Tamil Nadu Foundation’s Children’s Day Fund Raising Virtual Event
By Bala J Balachandran Houston: The Tamil Nadu Foundation – Houston Chapter’s (TNF) Children’s Day Event was held virtually on November 15, 2020 to raising funds for adopted school children in Tiruvarur District. More than fifty people have participated including the coordinators, donors and special guests. The celebration started virtually at 2pm and went on […]
A ‘Decolonized’ English Translation of Bhagavad Gita
Vancouver, BC: Ten years in the making, a new English version of the world’s most translated – and mistranslated – ancient Indian scripture could be the purest because it does not include colonial, Western or Christian distortions. Written more than 5,000 years ago – some calculate 7,500 years ago – the Bhagavad Gita is considered […]
Sewa Receives “Love Takes Action” Award from New York Life
Houston: Sewa International announced today that it was awarded a $50,000 Love Takes Action Award from the New York Life Foundation. The grant will support the underserved community in Harris County, Texas, by providing food kits, distributing personal protective equipment (masks), hand sanitizers, and offering education and edutainment support to schoolchildren. The Love Takes Action […]
‘America’s Table’: A Broadcast about Thanksgiving 2020 on KPRC
By Linda Lorrelle America’s Table Thanksgiving 2020. With all the chaos and heartbreak that defines this year, I’ll bet you this –America’s Tables will look and feel a lot different. In the midst of turkey and all the trimmings, there will likely be talk of COVID tests and Zoom meetings. Virtual school and mask wearing. […]
Arya Samaj Houston Celebrates Diwali with Drive-through Food Stalls
Houston:The current situation has changed almost every aspect of our lives. And as the pandemic continues into the holiday season, the Arya Samaj management realized that it was more important than ever to hold the annual Diwali celebration, while observing all the pandemic safety precautions. Led by its dedicated volunteers, Arya Samaj Greater Houston hosted […]
How Did Asian-American Voters Fail?
As Diwali, the Festival of Light is being celebrated by the Southeast Asian community across the US and the world, this year’s festival is particularly special, with Mrs. Kamala Harris, a daughter of an Asian immigrant, becoming the first woman vice president of America. Many Asian families justifiably feel exhilarated by her success and what […]
Mayor Urges Houstonians to Limit Holiday Gatherings to Household
Houston: Mayor Sylvester Turner and Dr. David Persse, the city’s leading health expert, talked Monday about how Houstonians should proceed with celebrations this holiday season during the coronavirus pandemic. Turner said the percentage of people receiving positive results from their COVID-19 tests, known as the positivity rate, was at 7.9%, up from a low of […]
Maheshwari Mahasabha of North America Celebrates ‘Virtual Utsav 2020’
MMNA celebrated a virtual Utsav over the 3 weekends, starting from October 11, 2020 during the festive season of Navratri. These three Sunday evenings consisted of thrilling and entertaining performances. After the opening remarks by Utsav Sootradhar – Jitendra Muchhal, MMNA President – Vikas Bhutada provided the context of celebrating the Utsav and keeping the […]
Raj Kumar Syal Endowment Fund at UH for Needy Engineering Students
By Raghunath Prasad Houston: I met Raj Syal in the summer of 1964 when I was looking for an apartment. I noticed an apartment whose door was open and inside two Indian men were eating their lunch. So, I peeped in and asked if there was a vacant apartment in the complex. Syal sahib said […]
Eternal Gandhi Museum Gets $100K from Elkins Foundation
Houston: Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston (EGMH) is delighted to inform you that The Elkins Foundation, has provided a capital grant of $100,000 for the construction of the Museum. It is the second major foundation after Houston Endowment to offer support to EGMH in the early stages of its capital campaign. We are truly honored and […]
Fort Bend Interfaith Community to Hold Thanksgiving Service
Sugar Land: The Fort Bend Interfaith Community would like to invite people from all-faiths to a virtual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service with the theme of “Signs of Hope.” The service can be viewed Monday, November 23, at 7 p.m. on both YouTube and Facebook live. This year, the Hindus of Greater Houston are not only participating […]
