When homeowners doing work on their property consider a cheaper route, for example, hiring a contractor who doesn’t want to pull permits, they may not realize the risk they are taking. But they should know that there is no “undo” button on a disaster. That’s one reason behind the International Code Council (ICC) Building Safety Month, a campaign that reinforces the need for the adoption of modern, regularly-updated building codes, and helps communities understand what it take

With spring here, homeowners are tending their lawns to boost curb appeal and create an ideal space for kids, pets and gatherings. Whether you’ve been managing your landscaping for years or are just getting started, expert advice can help you tackle the toughest turf problems. Josh McGinnis, a Tractor Supply store manager in Fairview, Tennessee, shares his strategy for achieving a top-tier lawn. Spring Clean Your Yard McGinnis says the first step to becoming a “turf champion”

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Saxena Systematic Obstruction of Indian Development Since the Treaty’s signing, Pakistan has consistently used its dispute resolution provisions as a strategic tool to delay and effectively obstruct development rather than genuine dispute resolution. Virtually every significant hydropower project India has proposed on the Western rivers—even those explicitly permitted under the Treaty’s terms—has faced formal Pakistani objection, technical challenge, or refe

MUMBAI- Television producer and filmmaker Ekta Kapoor has praised the contribution of veteran actors Dharmendra, her father Jeetendra, and actor Akshay Kumar to the Hindi film industry, saying it is because of actors like them that Bollywood has continued to flourish over the years.TV & Video Ekta shared pictures featuring Jeetendra and Akshay Kumar and penned a note appreciating their discipline, consistency, and contribution to sustaining the business of cinema. In one of t

MUMBAI- Aamir Khan has reportedly begun work on the sequel to the 2009 blockbuster film ‘3 Idiots’, with actors R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi expected to reprise their roles.Movies According to an industry source, the sequel is currently in the pre-production stage. The source said the original trio – Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi -will return for the much-awaited follow-up. The source further revealed that the sequel will feature a major time leap, with the chara

MUMBAI- Lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, who has been a part of the film industry for decades, shared the key to staying relevant across generations.Movies Addressing an event organized under Spiral Bound, a writing platform created by actor Boman Irani, Javed Akhtar said one should never assume they know everything and must remain open to learning new things. During the event, actor Aamir Khan asked the veteran writer, “You’ve worked with people of different generatio

By Gulshan Singh AUSTIN, TX — On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Dell Jewish Community Center (JCC) was transformed into a powerhouse of cultural unity, artistic performance, and philanthropy. The 13th annual Bollywood Meets Borscht Belt (BMBB) Gala, hosted by HC4A in partnership with Shalom Austin, marked a historic milestone for Central Texas. This year’s event was defined by an intentional alignment: bridging Austin’s Indian and Jewish communities under a unified mission of serv

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission has received the 2026 Goddard Astronautics Award from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), recognizing the mission’s achievements in lunar exploration.US Election Coverage The award was presented May 21 during the AIAA ASCEND 2026 conference here, where India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, accepted the honor on behalf of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC- H-1B visa applications fell by more than 38% this year following changes introduced by the Trump administration that shifted selections toward applicants with advanced U.S. degrees and higher-paying job offers. According to data released on May 21 by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, properly submitted registrations for the fiscal year 2027 H-1B cap dropped to 211,600 from 343,981 the previous year. USCIS said 71.5% of selected ap

By: Shibhany Nandhakumar and Siya Dighe This month, we are proud to highlight one of our remarkable teen volunteers, Siya Dighe who shares her experience with SAIVA. Siya Dighe has made a meaningful impact during her time with SAIVA, and her experience reflects the power of intergenerational service and the positive impact she made. “South Asian International Volunteer Association has been much more than an organization for many volunteers. Since the very beginning, SAIVA has

WASHINGTON, DC- A new partnership between US anti-hunger organization Share Our Strength and India-focused humanitarian groups aims to expand school nutrition programmes across India and other developing nations, with leaders from both countries calling child hunger a “solvable problem” requiring greater collaboration. The initiative was highlighted during a “Purposeful Private Dinner” hosted in Washington by Share Our Strength and One World One Family Mission, where philant

HYDERABAD -Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 10 appealed to citizens to conserve fuel, use public transport, revive work-from-home practices, avoid non-essential purchases and overseas vacations, and reduce gold buying to help save foreign exchange amid the global crisis triggered by the ongoing war in the Middle East. Addressing a public meeting organized by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at Parade Grounds here, the Prime Minister called for collective public participati

Stony Point High School team has won the men’s volleyball Austin area championship

LOS ANGELES, CA -The International Cricket Council (ICC) has welcomed the start of construction of the cricket stadium here, calling it a major milestone as the sport prepares to return to the Olympic Games at LA28 after 128 years.City & Local Guides A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Fairplex Grounds on April 22. ICC Chairman Jay Shah said, “The groundbreaking marks an important milestone in cricket’s return to the Olympics and is a proud moment for all ICC Members

The ACF Celebrating 12 years of excellence in Cricket Coaching program, managed by Jatin Patel, a respected multi-sport coach and Cricket Hall of Famer with a Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrates its 12th anniversary this week. Scholastic Program: Level 1 was launched in 2014, This foundational program focuses on coaching the basics of cricket and introducing the sport as part of the PE curriculum in schools. Its primary goal is to educate American youth about cricket, fost

Photos: @meaindia NOTE FROM PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI At a defining moment in human history, the world gathered at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. For us in India, it was a moment of immense pride and joy to welcome Heads of State, Heads of Government, delegates and innovators from across the world. India brings scale and energy to everything it does and this Summit was no exception. Representatives from over 100 nations came together. Innovators showcased cutting-

The warm weather season offers a perfect opportunity for a meal reset. Inspired by the vibrant flavors and traditions of the Mediterranean, the aptly named Mediterranean Diet zeroes in on nourishing foods long touted as some of the healthiest by dietitians and health organizations. Inclusive of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans and other legumes, as well as low-fat or fat-free dairy products, non-tropical vegetable oils and nuts, poultry and fish – such as Genova Wild C

LOS ANGELES, CA -The International Cricket Council (ICC) has welcomed the start of construction of the cricket stadium here, calling it a major milestone as the sport prepares to return to the Olympic Games at LA28 after 128 years.City & Local Guides A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Fairplex Grounds on April 22. ICC Chairman Jay Shah said, “The groundbreaking marks an important milestone in cricket’s return to the Olympics and is a proud moment for all ICC Members

LOS ANGELES, CA – Actress Kajol gave her approval after The Academy included ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ among its favorite romantic films centered around travel. On April 10, The Academy shared a post on X listing its top picks for iconic romance films involving travel. Along with ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, the list included ‘You, Me & Tuscany,’ ‘The Holiday’ , and ‘Eat Pray Love,’ while asking users to name their favorite travel romance. Kajol responded to the post, w

MUMBAI- Veteran actor-filmmaker Revathy said watching the latest release ‘Michael’ took her back to the early 1980s, when pop icon Michael Jackson’s music was at the height of its popularity. Revathy shared her reaction on Instagram along with a poster of the film, which stars debutant Jaafar Jackson in the lead role. “#michael_jackson Watched Michael and was taken back to the early 80s when his music was a rage… what charisma he had, what an artist…” she wrote. Remembering M