Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Reloaded: Here’s why Sanaya Irani will be out of the show earlier than expected
Everyone and anyone who have ever been a part of the dance reality show have been injured at least once throughout the season. Ever since it was announced that Sanaya Irani is going to be a part of JDJ 8th season, fans have been going crazy with anticipation. This will be Sanaya’s come back to TV after […]
Sharman Joshi in Indian Adaptation of Everybody Loves Raymond?
Known for his roles in films like 3 Idiots, Golmaal, actor Sharman Joshi may be roped in for the role of Sumit, the protagonist in the upcoming television series Sumit Sambhal Lega, which is an Indian adaptation of US sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond. The makers have reportedly approached Sharman, who is known for his humorous roles in several […]
Papanasam Movie Review
The Kamal Haasan we get to see in Papanasam, the Tamil remake of Malayalam blockbuster Drishyam, is the actor that made him a legend; an acting idol for many contemporary and upcoming actors. Not the star he has grown into in recent years trying to don multiple hats to direct, write, sing, and produce all at once. […]
Guddu Rangeela Movie Review
It’s a timeworn formula. Take a pair of unflappable goofballs with a penchant for trouble, throw them into a series of life-threatening situations, and then watch them wriggle their way in and out of danger. Despite the done-to-death feel inherent in that construct, it can yield an engaging tale when informed with the right dashes […]
Freedom of speech at IIFA Awards: Ranveer and Arjun show how not to give a damn
Whoever thought that IIFA would act as a platform for freedom of speech and a commentary against censorship? But this year’s IIFA awards did just that. Okay, granted it’s nothing as momentous as when Hollywood took on McCarthyism. But Bollywood is famous for never wanting to upset any government which is in power at the […]
Digital India: Net Neutrality is a key parameter for Digital India campaign to succeed, say experts
The government announced the Digital India programme last week, which according to PM Narendra Modi “will enable investment of Rs 4.5 lakh crore and ensure jobs for 18 lakh people.” While the PM did mention net neutrality in passing, experts feel that having an open internet will eventually prove to be a bigger test when it comes to […]
Indian-Americans raise US $ 75,000 for eye hospital in Bihar
WASHINGTON: Indian-Americans have raised US $ 75,000 at a recent fund raiser in California to build a state- of-the-art 200-bed super speciality eye-hospital in Bihar. The Shankara Eye Foundation and the Bihar Foundation USA have pledged to raise US $ 4 million towards the initial capital cost of the project, that aims to conduct 25,000 […]
7 Facts That Highlight The Importance Of Adhik Maas 2015
There are 12 months in the Hindu lunar calendar which are spread over a total of 354 days. This differs from the solar calendar which has a total of 365 days. Thus there is a difference of 11 extra days between the solar and the lunar calendars. Every three years this difference adds up to […]
WHY YOU SHOULD DRINK HOT WATER WITH LEMON AND TURMERIC
In many different ways, the toxins enter in our organism, ranging from the air we breathe to the food we eat and the water we drink. If you want to keep your organism function properly and maintain your health, than regular cleansing is essential. Introducing healthy dietary habits may be the best option of detoxification […]
Karma – The Art of Bollywood
By Malay Vyas HOUSTON: Bollywood Dance Theatre took an Art form as colors, hues and costumes adorning the Miller Outdoor Theatre on June 28, with Karma presented by India House and Naach Houston. A visually spectacular production coming from none other than Houston’s own Bollywood personality Mahesh Mahbubani the Artistic Director of Naach Houston and […]
Houston Iftar Brings Community, Elected Officials, Mayor Together to Break Fast
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: The Mayor chose to end her speech to the packed hall with a story with a moral, cupping her hands as she spoke. “The future lies in your hands,” she declared, reflecting on the common thread of lament for the recent Charleston killings that wove through all the other speeches. “Let […]
Travel Gurus Take You Places
By Malay Vyas STAFFORD: In the myriad of travel websites and plethora of online options, one tends to get lost in finding the true value of a travel deal. Enter the Travelguzs (pronounced Travel Guys) and your problems tend to disappear. Set in a serene office on Corporate Drive in Stafford, the Travelguzs office is […]
Center for Gayatri Consciousness Opens in Katy with Grand Celebrations
By Gayatri Pariwar Houston KATY: The grand opening and pran pratishtha ceremony for the new temple of ma Gayatri in Katy called “The Center for Gayatri Consciousness” took place very successfully in the presence of five saints from Shantikunj ashram, Haridwar India. Resp. Dr. O.P Sharma ji, Resp. Shri V.P. Tripathi ji, Resp. Shri Shantilal […]
Dance : The Passion of my life-Tanusree Shankar
By Sanchali Basu HOUSTON: On talking to Tanusree Shankar, one would not know the Indian dance royalty that she belongs to. Although hailing from the family of the late Uday Shankar, Ananda Shankar and Ravi Shankar, her modesty and humility are indeed striking. She carries herself with such poise and graciousness, that one and all […]
Gandhi’s First Experiment in Satyagraha
Great Summer Project For children! Enter Mahatma Gandhi Week 2015 Essay, I-Tribute, Poster and Speech contests. Visit gandhilibrary.org for registration and more information. All school going children can participate! These contests are being organized to create higher awareness of the inspiring life and work of Mahatma Gandhi to promote universal values of Truth, Non-Violence, Love […]
Iron Man: Khurram Khan
HOUSTON: Trodding the finish line on May 16, with a 15:39:41 completion time with a dual Pakistan/USA flag across his back, the first Pakistani American made history at the IRONMAN North American Championship Texas 2015. “I am lost for words, breathless and frozen – Wow”. These were the silent yet emotional words still jogging in Khurram Khan’s head after a relentless fight of […]
Sewa Lead Interns Explore Grass Root Community Work with Texans Together
By Anoushka Giri HOUSTON:Television, newscasts and other mediums provide the well-to-do middle class a glimpse at the “worlds” of those it has solely seen as part of a statistic, another demographic, another poverty-stricken neighborhood stained upon the comfortable lives that the otherwise middle class suburban background offers. We hear of the strifes and it’s enough […]
South Asian Youth Alliance Holds 4th Maiden Event: Coffee with The CEO
By Hafeeza Shaikh HOUSTON: South Asian Youth Alliance (SAYA), an initiative of Indian Muslims Association of Greater Houston ( IMAGH), was launched on April 27, 2014, to help the South Asian Young Adults, find mentors, develop leadership skills, build a peer supported network, and learn about their heritage. SAYA’s goal is to have young representatives […]
