Commentary: Is India a ‘Tariff King’? Not Really
By Mohan Kumar Former Indian Ambassador and Director General of Jadeja Motwani Institute for American Studies There is a widespread but fallacious perception that India’s tariffs are inordinately high. There are subjective factors when it comes to a country like livability, public courtesy, or even how foreigners are welcomed. But tariffs are quantifiable and there […]
What is in the One Big Beautiful Bill?
By Chetan K. Dave Congress recently passed the legislation known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) and signed into law on July 4th. Only some major aspects have been covered by the media but there are a lot of smaller provisions which have not received much attention because the bill was a sprawling […]
Indian American PAC Hosts Reception for Congressman Suhas Subramanyam
HOUSTON: The Indian American PAC of Greater Houston hosted a special reception honoring U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam, a native Houstonian currently serving Virginia’s 10th Congressional District. The event took place Friday evening, June 14, at the private office and warehouse of Rick Pal, a Houston-based entrepreneur and philanthropist. Approximately 35 guests—including professionals, local leaders, and […]
Sukh Kaur in Runoff for San Antonio City Council
SAN ANTONIO: Sukh Kaur, District 1 city councilwoman, will face the run-off elections in June. Kaur, who finished first among a crowded field of 10 candidates, fell short of gaining the 50 per cent plus one vote needed to avoid a runoff. She will face business owner Patty Gibbons in the runoff election. Kaur said […]
Sanjay Singhal heads to runoff for Sugar Land City Council District 2, Rides Wave of Community Trust
SUGAR LAND: As Sugar Land grows more diverse and dynamic, with rising infrastructure needs and a call for more transparent leadership, one candidate has captured the community’s attention: Sanjay Singhal. A first-time contender with global experience and strong local ties, Singhal emerged as the clear favorite in the crowded, five-way Sugar Land City Council District […]
Over 60 Residents Demand Accountability from Rep. Troy Nehls
FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – Residents of Texas’ 22nd Congressional District gathered Monday evening at the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Annex Building for a public town hall organized by local community leaders and residents. Despite repeated invitations, Congressman Troy Nehls did not attend or respond. The town hall was organized in response to growing frustration […]
Disha USA Hosts 2025 Fort Bend ISD Candidate Forum
By Juhi Varma HOUSTON: DISHA USA proudly hosted the 2025 FBISD Candidate Forum to a full house, reinforcing our commitment to civic engagement and community involvement. The event provided a valuable platform for candidates to share their perspectives and for the public to engage with those seeking to shape the future of our school district. […]
IAPAC Gala Addresses the Mental Health Crisis in America
HOUSTON: The Indian American Public Affairs Council (IAPAC) hosted its annual gala at the Junior League of Houston, focusing on the urgent issue of mental health in America. Themed “Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in America,” the event brought together over 220 attendees, including policymakers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders, to foster dialogue and inspire […]
FIS Presents Presents Webinar on Indian Participation in US Elections
HOUSTON: On November 3, before the American Presidential General Elections, Foundation for India Studies (FIS), a non-profit organization serving the Houston community for the past 18 years, presented a timely webinar before the American General elections to discuss how the Indian diaspora in America was likely to vote in the 2024 American General elections. The […]
Trump’s Red Tide Sinks Democrat Kamala Harris, but Lifts Some of the South Asian Local Candidates
HOUSTON: Former President Donald Trump’s landslide election is still reverberating through the local Indo-American community. Trump secured his nonconsecutive term by winning the electoral college by 295 compared to 226 for Harris. According to one theory, 13 million Democrats, who had voted for Biden in 2020, simply stayed home for various reasons. Some of the […]
SACC Gala Honors Legacy of Late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
HOUSTON: The South Asian Chamber of Commerce (SACC) Annual Gala 2024 was dedicated to the Legacy of late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson. The award recipient was none other than her daughter Erica Lee-Carter who will serve the balance of her term thru Jan 20th, 2025 at 18th Congressional District. The Democratic Congressional nominee for the next […]
Senate Candidate Colin Allred Meets Local Asian Businesses
By Jawahar Malhotra SUGAR LAND: During an election stop in the Houston area last Thursday, September 5, US Senate candidate, Democrat Colin Allred met with student leaders from the University of Houston and host a roundtable discussion with Asian small business leaders in Sugar Land. Allred is currently serving his third term representing the 32nd […]
IAPAC Co-Hosts “Into the Light” Conference to Address Human Trafficking in Greater Houston
HOUSTON: On August 20th, the Indian American Political Action Committee (IAPAC), in collaboration with Harris County and the Raindrop Foundation, hosted a pivotal conference at the Raindrop Turkish House. The event, titled “Into the Light: Confronting Human Trafficking in Greater Houston,” aimed to raise awareness about the pressing issue of human trafficking in the region. […]
IACT Holds Prayer Meeting in Wake of Trump’s Miraculous Escape
HOUSTON: The Indo American Conservatives of Texas, swiftly reacting to the assassination attempt on the former President Trump, organized a community meeting of prayer and hope, while the seminal image of the miraculous escape of Trump with blood oozing from his cheeks is still haunting the minds of many. On Tuesday, July 16, community members […]
Indian American Community Celebrates BJP Victory at GSH Auditorium
HOUSTON: To celebrate the stupendous performance of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance in the recently concluded Lok Sabha Elections in India, the Indian American community in Houston hosted a celebration event to mark the occasion. Around 400 people joined the event and over 50 volunteers were recognised on stage for their efforts.Various community […]
New Sankalps from the Sadhana in Kanniyakumari
By Prime Minister Narendra Modi My Fellow Indians, The biggest festival of democracy, the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, is concluding today in our nation, the Mother of Democracy. After a three-day spiritual journey in Kanniyakumari, I have just boarded the plane for Delhi.Through the day, Kashi and numerous other seats have been in the midst […]
IAPAC Hosts Conversations over Coffee on Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Missouri City
MISSOURI CITY: On Sunday, May 5, 2024, The Indian American Political Action Committee hosted a Coffee Conversation at The Royal India Cuisine in Missouri City, aiming to illuminate the city’s entrepreneurial landscape. Despite Mayor Robin Elackatt’s absence due to weather-related emergencies, the event, co-chaired by Dr. Rajasree Nambron and Dr. Purusottam Sahoo, proceeded with enthusiasm. […]
IAPAC’s inaugural “Conversations Over Coffee” event on understanding the US Judicial system in Katy
KATY: On March 17, 2024, the Indo-American Political Action Committee (IAPAC) hosted a dynamic session of Conversations Over Coffee (COC) at Turmeric Indian Restaurant in Katy, TX. The event, chaired by Deepti Nigudkar and Parvin Shaikh, brought together prominent legal professionals from Fort Bend County, including District Attorney Brian Middleton, Judge Christian Becerra from the […]
Primary Winners: Lizzie, Sheila Jackson Lee, Sean Teare, Taral Patel, Ali Sheikhani
HOUSTON: Texans of South Asian origin had much to cheer about the results of the Super Tuesday primary elections despite the low turnout. On March 5, only 6% of registered Harris County voters cast a ballott, lowest since 2012. At the national level, both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump swept primaries across […]
Manu P. Seeks Fort Bend Constable Pct 3 Position
By Manu Pooparayil SUGAR LAND: My path in law enforcement was inspired by a profound legacy – that of my father, who dedicated 36 years of his life to serving as a police officer in Kerala. Growing up, I witnessed the impact of his commitment and integrity, which laid the foundation for my career. In […]
