The Extraordinary Life and Times of Mahatma Gandhi – Part 12
The Story thus far…A separate institution named Satyagraha Sabha was formed with headquarters in Bombay. There were agitations everywhere against the Rowlatt Committee’s report. But the government was determined to implement the Rowlatt recommendations and in 1919, the Rowlatt Bill was introduced. When the bill was debated in India’s Legislative Chamber, Gandhi attended as a […]
Ekal Houston Gala, Saturday, October 6
HOUSTON: Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation (EVF) will be hosting its annual charity gala on Saturday, October 6, 2018, at Sugar Land Marriott Town Square. Themed as, ‘Future of India’, the event will feature Dr. Subhash Chandra, the Chairman of Zee TV, India, as the Keynote Speaker. He will be joined by the ‘You Can Win’ international […]
Trikaldarshi Mahayogi Baba Lokenath, God Who Walked The Earth
“Whenever you are in danger, Remember Me, I will save you” HOUSTON: We are often inclined to focus on God as the Creator of the Universe and as our personal protector and savior. During every age, however, God also enters human form to embody Perfect Love, Compassion, Humility and Divinity for all humankind. Those manifestations […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Bhaen De Kofte (Curried Lotus Root Balls)
In the West, bhaen (lotus root) is one of the most misunderstood vegetables – even among desi kids who have grown up in the US – and one that is seldom encountered in restaurants or grocery stores. In Asia, on the other hand, lotus root is commonly available in long stalks and is well known […]
Iconic RK Studio to be sold, confirms Rishi Kapoor
Actor Rishi Kapoor has confirmed that the Kapoor family, unanimously, has decided to sell off the iconic RK Studio, established by the legendary late actor Raj Kapoor some four decades ago at Chembur, Mumbai. In an interview to Mumbai Mirror, Rishi said that while there is an emotional attachment to the place, the studio “had become a huge white […]
Happy Phirr Bhag Jayegi movie review: The writing in this Sonakshi Sinha film is determinedly juvenile
By Shubhra Gupta Cast: Sonakshi Sinha, Jimmy Sheirgill, Jassi Gill, Piyush Mishra, Diany Penty, Denzil Smith, Jason Tham, Aparshakti Khurana Director: Mudassar Aziz Rating: One and a half stars A winsome Punjabi ‘kudi’ on the run, with a rag-tag bunch chasing her: this was the premise of Happy Bhag Jayegi, which was some amount of fun. Part two […]
Most watched Indian TV shows: Naagin 3 continues to rule TRP chart
The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) ratings for week 33 are here. Supernatural drama Naagin 3 continued to stand strong as the number one show. The Surbhi Jyoti, Anita Hassanandani and Pearl V Puri show has been keeping the audience hooked to its thrilling storyline. The divorce drama in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai has worked in its […]
Head of Islamic State in Afghanistan killed, says government
The head of Islamic State in Afghanistan, Abu Saad Erhabi, was killed in a strike on the group’s hideouts in Nangarhar province on Saturday night, authorities said on Sunday. Ten other members of the militant group were also killed in a joint ground and air operation by Afghan and foreign forces, the National Directorate of […]
Ditch regular, try these offbeat honeymoon destinations in India
An Indian wedding is probably one of the most hectic and tiring affairs, and by the time all the rituals are done, the newlywed couple look forward to is a relaxing holiday (honeymoon). It is the perfect time for two people to unwind, bond, and make memories of a lifetime. So, if you are getting married anytime […]
World Sanskrit Day: 9 lesser known facts about Sanskrit
Sanskrit, an old Indo-Aryan language, with a documented history of nearly 3,500 years, is said to be the primary liturgical language of the Hindu culture. Declared as a classical language now, it is known to be highly scientific in its structure and is a language that is in high demand all over the world. Sadly, […]
Asian Games: No gold but lot of silver linings for India in track-and-field
JAKARTA/PALEMBANG: Hima Das shone the brightest with a brand new record to her name, Muhammed Anas did enough to hold on to his status of a regional force and won another battle of relevance on a jinx-breaking day for India at the Asian Games, It was a day when India counted the silvers, a total of five, even […]
From blinking more often to avoiding excess light: 5 tips to avoid eye strain at work
Most of our jobs require us to look at the computer screen for long hours, which in turn affects our vision. Eye strain can often lead to a range of problems including eye twitching, sore eyes, fatigue, tiredness and decreased productivity. According to a study by NCBI, in a questionnaire survey, the prevalence of visual symptoms […]
Onam 2018: History, significance and timings of puja
By Saumyaa Vardhan Aside from festivals that are celebrated across India, there are others which are limited to a tribe, community, village, district or state. These festivals are not celebrated across India but are limited to a niche, and the people connected to that faith. Wherever they may be, they shall also celebrate the festival on […]
Apple, JP Morgan, Pepsi fear ‘harm’ from Donald Trump’s H-1B visa policy
Dozens of top US business leaders including Apple Inc.’s Tim Cook, JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s Jamie Dimon and Pepsico Inc.’s Indra Nooyi signed a letter expressing “serious concerns” about the Trump administration’s immigration policy changes and their potential to undermine economic growth. The letter focused on recent changes in the area of high-skilled immigration. The […]
Nippon Steel sees big in India opportunity
TOKYO: Japan’s top steelmaker Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corp sees India as the most promising market and wants to become “an insider” to capitalise on growth of the world’s third-biggest steel market, a senior executive said. “India will be the fastest-growing steel market in the world going forward,” Nippon Steel Executive Vice-President Katsuhiro Miyamoto told Reuters in […]
SAIL set to exit non-performing, non-operational joint ventures
NEW DELHI: India’s largest steel maker SAIL has started process to exit some of its joint ventures that are either non-operational or non-performing, the public sector major has said in a report. The steel maker is also exploring options to monetise its investment in certain JV companies, the latest report said. Click here to read […]
Akali Dal leader Manjit Singh attacked again by pro-Khalistan supporters in US; three arrested
Shiromani Akali Dal leader Manjit Singh GK was “brutally” attacked by a mob of alleged pro-Khalistan supporters in California on Saturday. Singh, who is also the president of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) , was earlier allegedly attacked by protesters in New York. Three persons have been arrested in connection with the attack […]
