Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Til Bhuga Pinni (Jaggery Sesame Seed Balls)
It’s a fact that Indians like dried fruits, especially nuts of all kinds, and any time they have a chance, they will munch on them, especially cashews, almonds and pistachios. And far from being eaten alone, dried fruits can be found in cooking both sweet and salty dishes. Raisins and cashew nuts are often used […]
The Shiva Purana – Science Through Stories
Sadhguru explains how the Shiva Purana includes many aspects of fundamental science in its text, as well as a powerful tool to transcend limitations. Sadhguru: This vast emptiness that we refer to as Shiva is a boundless non-entity – eternal and always. But since human perception is limited to form, we created many wonderful forms for Shiva in […]
Aamir Khan and Kangana Ranaut attend PM Narendra Modi’s private dinner!
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who was at the centre of a controversy over his comments on intolerance, attended a dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last night. Besides Aamir, actress Kangana Ranaut was also invited at the private dinner held in Turf Club where top politicians, diplomats from several countries and industry leaders were in […]
Indian-origin US man wins $3.1 million in discrimination case
WASHINGTON: An Indian-origin man who was among 47 immigrants denied recruitment as police officers for being foreign-born has won a $3.1 million discrimination suit filed against the Chicago police department in the US, according to a media. Masood Khan won $3.1 million in compensation, along with Glenford Flowers, a Belize-born man, as victims of the […]
It’s confirmed! Salman Khan to return as the host of Bigg Boss 10!
Bigg Boss is one of the most entertaining shows on Television and especially the host Salman Khan makes the show even more fun and entertaining. And for those who are eagerly awaiting for season 10,here’s a good news for you guys! At the finale of Bigg Boss 9, it was announced that the next season of the show would have not […]
On Mission! On Target! India House Gala Celebrates a Busy Year
By Jawahar Malhotra SUGAR LAND: As it was heaping platitudes on its achievements in the past year, India House could easily have added one more overlooked statistic: the first community fundraising Gala of the new year! After adding in the amounts raised at the auction and raffle held at the Gala on Saturday, February 6 […]
Selfie To Die For
By Vanshika Vipin MUMBAI (INDIA): With the ease of access to smart phones, the selfie has become a mainstay on several mediums we interact with on a daily basis. People who were once ‘selfie-shy’ followed suit, seeing their friends get good number of ‘Likes’ or ‘Followers’ on the social media. Selfies have in some way become a medium to increase social […]
When Marathon Calls, Running on Impulse is a Case of Mind Over Pain
By Jawahar Malhotra KATY: He hadn’t really planned for it since his all-consuming work schedule really didn’t allow for him to take off for the routine training it would take to run the 13.1 miles in a half marathon. But the call of marathon running was too great for him to pass up; the exhilarating […]
Census Launches a Pilot Survey to Count Houston’s Diversity
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: Just how important it is to know the make-up of the US population got a head start with the launch of a test program by the United States Census Bureau, starting in Houston in the beginning of April. As part of its American Community Survey of 250,000 households it chooses every […]
Sewa International: Yuva for Sewa Summer Service Internship in India
HOUSTON: Mrs. Das smiled widely at her beautiful baby girl. She held on tightly to her husband’s hand as the nurse gently placed the newborn into her welcoming arms, and all of the onlookers – two OBGYNs, three nurses, and two Yuva for Sewa interns – could see the happiness radiating from this family. For […]
A Dinner to Give Children Happy and Healthy Childhoods
CRY America to host its First Annual Gala Dinner in Houston on Sunday, February 28, 2016 for the cause of underprivileged children. HOUSTON: CRY, Child Rights and You America Inc (CRY America), a 501c3 non-profit that works to restore the rights of underprivileged children, especially in India, will host its First Houston Gala Dinner on Sunday, […]
Dr. A. P. Raghuthaman, 1944 – 2016
Dr. Ayyam Raghuthaman, renowned Houston area gastroenterologist passed away suddenly on Feb 8, 2016 during a brief visit to Coimbatore, India to attend a reunion of his Madras Medical College graduate colleagues. He died of an apparent massive heart attack and had no known prior symptoms. His last rites will be done in Palakkad in […]
Perception is Reality for Sikhs in Americas
By Aseem Kulkarni MEXICO: On the morning of February 8, the actor, model, fashion and jewelry designer, and all around 21st century Renaissance man Waris Ahluwalia, was denied entry into an Aeromexico plane because of his turban. According to Ahluwalia, he arrived at the gate to board his flight from Mexico City to New York […]
The Four Best Tricks to Help Your Child Memorize Information
Whether young or old, our brains can sometimes have trouble retaining certain information. As we celebrate this year’s President’s Day on February 15, consider the long list of U.S. Presidents as a challenge—although George Washington and Abraham Lincoln are easily remembered, what about naming the other 42 presidents in chronological order? Fortunately, there are a […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Aaloo Puriyan (Potatoes & Deep Fried Puff Bread)
This is a dish that could be eaten for breakfast or as a snack or served after poojas (religious services) for the langar or communal feast. It is actually a very simple but satisfying dish and the flavors of the hot fried puris (fried puff bread) and the slightly crushed aaloo (potatoes) in their own […]
Three Generations Have Fun Together at IACF’s Desi Grandparents Day
Click here for photo collage By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: Under the gaze of a doting grandparent, with their steadying hand on the shoulder and a word of encouragement whispered in the ear, young kids and their parents came as three generations together to have some fun and get some expert medical advice at the first […]
Wok the Talk
By Malay Vyas SUGAR LAND: The word Wok evokes more than just the image of a cooking vessel, suddenly there is aroma, sizzle, heat and taste at the same time. Add the word Masala and now there’s an immediate hunger pang for something spicy, wholesome and mouth-watering. And yet when you walk through the doors […]
Board Gets Magic Bus on the Road Again
By Vanshika Vipin SUGAR LAND: After bringing Bollywood’s biggest star, Farhan Akhtar to Houston for a good cause resulting in the biggest desi rock concert that Houston has ever seen, it is obvious that Magic Bus Houston’s next event is awaited eagerly. The Magic Bus board met on Tuesday, July 22 at Madras Pavilion in […]
Shakuntla Malhotra Recalls Her 86 Years for the FIS Oral History Project
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: Perhaps it was the hardiness of her rural upbringing that taught her to be focused and not give into her fears or it is the wisdom of her years from which she has learnt the calmness that she exudes, a quality many who know her admire. Still, it may have been […]
