Fitoor Movie Review
A visual tour de force, Abhishek Kapoor’s exquisitely crafted Fitoor holds on to the soul of Great Expectations and imbues it with the spirit of Bollywood without letting the essence of one dilute that of the other. But that is not to say that Fitoor is an unblemished miracle. It isn’t. Halfway into the first half, an impressed art impresario lauds […]
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 […]
H-2B Returning Workers Exempted from the H-2B Cap for Fiscal Year 2016
Effective December 18, 2015, H-2B workers identified as “returning workers” are exempted from the fiscal year (FY) 2016 annual H-2B cap of 66,000 visas. See Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) §214(g)(9)(a), 8 U.S.C. 1184(g)(9)(a), as revised by Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016 (Public Law 114-113). A returning worker is defined as an H-2B worker who was previously counted against […]
Ghayal Once Again | Theatrical Trailer | Sunny Deol, Soha Ali Khan | 5th Feb 2016
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‘Love betrayal’ track in Life OK’s Jaane Kya Hoga Rama Re
The blooming tale of romance is all set to take a bitter turn soon in Life OK’s daily Jaane Kya Hoga Rama Re(Shobhna Desai Productions). Trying to guess what has happened? Here we share the details… Raju’s (Jatin Sharma) affectionate behaviour towards Nandu (Vinti Idnani) made the young lady have a change of heart and she […]
Swaragini: Swara to be jailed for Urvashi’s murder
After all the love and romance in Swara (Helly Shah) and Sanskaar’s (Varun Kapoor) life, it is time for turbulence. Yes, Kavita (Nikita Sharma) and Urvashi (Sonia Singh) will think of an elaborate plan to remove Swara from Ragini’s (Tejaswi Prakash Wayagankar) life. There will be the fake death of Urvashi and Swara will be blamed […]
Vivian Dsena to make a comeback on TV with Gurdaspur, a family drama
Ever since Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon went off air, fans of Vivian Dsena have been dying to see their idol back on the screen. The suave and handsome actor is one of the most popular actors online and enjoys immense fan following amongst youngsters, especially women in India and abroad. Vivian Dsena was last seen on Jhalak Dikhhla […]
Neerja: Sonam Kapoor’s transition from a girl-next-door to a HERO!
Sonam Kapoor‘s Neerja seems to be one of the most intriguing films of the year. While the trailer made us stand and clap for Sonam and the whole team, everyone is eager to watch the film as soon as possible. The makers have been releasing a few behind the scenes video and today they released one more. The […]
Sujoy Ghosh to begin work on Vidya Balan’s Kahaani 2 soon!
Director Sujoy Ghosh has confirmed that he is reuniting with Vidya Balan for the sequel of his 2012 mystery Kahaani and is currently busy with its pre-production work. Sujoy said the film will go on floors soon and will be majorly shot in the city. “Yes ‘Kahaani 2′ is happening. It is in pre-production stage. Vidya […]
Oil Falls With Equities as Venezuela Tour Doesn’t Deliver Deal
Oil fell for a third day in New York to trade near $30 a barrel as equities declined and no supply agreement emerged from Venezuela’s tour of crude-producing nations. Futures fell as much as 2.7 percent. Saudi Arabian Oil Minister Ali al-Naimi met his Venezuelan counterpart Sunday in Riyadh, the Middle East nation’s Petroleum Ministry […]
Acid Reflux Diet | Alkaline Foods & Healthy Recipes
Acid Reflux Acid reflux or Heartburn refers to the burning sensation caused in the chest due to excessive acid build up. When the valve between the stomach and the food pipe is unable to close properly, it results in the stomach acids moving up, causing acid reflux CAUSES Valve between the stomach and & the […]
