Tāda means palm tree or mountain. This asana teaches one to attain stability and firmness and forms the base for all the standing asanas. Technique of Tadasana Stand with feet 2 inches apart. Interlock the fingers and turn the wrists outwards. Now inhale, raise the arms up, and bring them in line with the shoulders. Raise the heels off the floor and balance on the toes. Stay in this position for 10–15 seconds. Exhale and bring the heels down. Release the interlock of the fin

By Staff Reporter Austin, TX – Austin once again welcomed some of the best young cricket talent in North America as the fourth edition of the prestigious AMLCA national youth cricket tournament concluded successfully at the scenic Rio Ranch cricket fields during the Independence Day long weekend. Organized by the World Cricket Initiative (WCI) in partnership with the Lone Star Premier Cricket League (LPCL), the four-day tournament featured 12 elite youth teams representing te

HOUSTON, Texas — July 23, 2026 — Southwestern Bank proudly hosted its 21st Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Thursday, July 23, at the bank’s headquarters in Houston, recognizing four exceptional high school graduates and one Outstanding Student Award recipient for their academic achievements, community involvement, and future aspirations. This year’s celebration carries special significance as it marks not only the 21st anniversary of the Southwestern Bank Scholarship Pr

MUMBAI-Actor Sanjay Mishra, who won the National Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the streaming film ‘Bhakshak’, has described the honor as the pinnacle of appreciation for any film artist in the country. Reacting to his win at the 72nd National Film Awards, Sanjay Mishra said, “As an actor, all you really hope for is to keep getting good stories and meaningful characters to play. And when that journey is recognized with an honor as prestigious as the N

India-West News Desk CLAREMONT, CA – The award-winning short film ‘Rajasaur’, billed as the first narrative film to feature dinosaurs from India, received an enthusiastic response during a July 15 screening at the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology, where paleontologists, museum officials, board members and visitors gathered to watch the film. The screening, held as part of the museum’s public programming, was introduced by Gabriel Phillip-Santos, Director of Visitor En

Photo:@Comic_Con India-West News Desk SAN DIEGO, CA – Fans expecting the global launch of the trailer for Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’ at San Diego Comic-Con on July 24 were left disappointed after producer Namit Malhotra announced that the unveiling had been postponed. Malhotra told the audience the decision was made after Sony Pictures came on board as the film’s international distributor, prompting a change in the release plans for the trailer. Although the trailer was not

WASHINGTON, DC-Prominent Indian American political leaders from across the ideological spectrum marked the United States’ 250th Independence Day by reflecting on their immigrant roots, their families’ journeys from India and their differing visions of America, while expressing gratitude for the opportunities the country has offered. Former Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai recalled how his parents arrived in the United States in 1971 carrying little m

NEW DELHI-India is increasing engagement with Indo-Pacific middle powers as uncertainty is rising over the future of US security commitments in Asia. According to analysts, India is developing partnerships that enable countries with different strategic interests to cooperate without joining a formal alliance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand from July 6-11, during which India signed several agreements to strengthen defense, maritime se

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI-Jaipur has been named one of the world’s happiest cities in Time Out’s 2026 rankings, with the Rajasthan capital securing the sixth spot. Chicago was the only U.S. city to feature in the top 10, ranking seventh. The annual survey drew responses from more than 24,000 people worldwide, asking residents how they feel about life in their cities. Participants rated factors such as culture, green spaces, neighborhoods, street life, food, art and nigh

In Observance of the 25th Anniversary of 9/11, HC4A Awarded Federal AmeriCorps Grant via 9/11 Day to Mobilize 500+ Students, Distribute 150 Laptops to Veteran Families, and Advance Digital Inclusion in Central Texas Staff Reporter, July 21, 2026 — Marking the 25th anniversary of September 11, HC4A today announced it has been awarded a federal AmeriCorps Youth Engagement Grant by the national non-profit 9/11 Day to host the Youth-Led Civic Tech Mobilization & “AI with All” Hac

Large-Scale Bollywood Musical Features 130 Dancers, 9 Dance Pieces and 12 Choreographers WHO: Agni Foundation for the Arts and Agni Katha WHAT: RAAS LEELA: AN EAST SIDE STORY WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Friday, August 21 & Saturday August 22, 2026 WHERE: Dell Hall at The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Dr TICKETS: Starting at $42 and available at agniartsfoundation.org Austin, TX–A classic love story g

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Nearly 200 Indian American delegates from 25 states are set to meet lawmakers and Congressional staff on Capitol Hill on June 23 to advocate for stronger US-India ties, immigration reform, Indo-Pacific security and critical minerals supply-chain resilience. Organized by the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS), the fourth annual Capitol Hill Day will see delegates visit more than 125 congressional offices, making it the largest gathering i

NEW DELHI- India has emerged as the world’s leading ship recycling nation in 2025, capturing a 35.4 per cent share of global ship recycling, up from 30.1 per cent in the previous year, according to the latest report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Ship recycling in India rose to 2.99 million gross tons (GT) in 2025, up nearly 60 per cent from 1.86 million GT in 2024, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Wat

NEW YORK- US-based global investment bank Goldman Sachs has raised India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.8 per cent for calendar year 2026 from 6.5 per cent earlier, following the US-Iran peace deal that has led to lower global oil prices and eased supply chain disruptions. Goldman Sachs has also raised its FY27 GDP growth forecast for India by 40 basis points to 6.5 per cent. In its latest report, Goldman Sachs said it had revised its forecasts after the sharp decline in crude oi

MUMBAI – India has emerged as a key growth and innovation hub for US-based e-commerce giant Amazon, with the company’s ‘Amazon Now’ service becoming its fastest-growing ecommerce business in the country, Amazon President and CEO Andy Jassy said on June 24. Sharing his experience after visiting an Amazon Now micro-fulfillment center in one of Mumbai’s busiest neighborhoods, Jassy said the service is witnessing rapid growth as customers increasingly opt for deliveries within mi

WASHINGTON, D.C.-The Trump administration has effectively closed the United States to asylum seekers and will continue expanding deportations, White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said, outlining the administration’s hardline immigration agenda that could affect migrants seeking protection in the U.S. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Miller said the administration has entered into agreements with other countries to receive people seeking asylum instead of

MUMBAI-Actor Akshay Kumar believes that while today’s actresses enter the film industry far better prepared than previous generations, they are often less willing to take risks, particularly when it comes to multi-starrer films. Akshay, who will next be seen in director Ahmed Khan’s comedy entertainer ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, said there are similarities across generations of actresses, but noted that younger performers arrive in the industry with greater training and awarenes

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Indrajit Lankesh has revisited one of the most memorable moments of his career, recalling how he launched Deepika Padukone in her acting debut with the Kannada film ‘Aishwarya’. Speaking to IANS, Lankesh said he was looking for a new heroine when someone recommended Deepika. He revealed that their first meeting was arranged by Pooja Dadlani, who managed Deepika Padukone at the time and is now Shah Rukh Khan’s manager. “I was looking for a new heroine, and som

LONDON/NEW DELHI-India will not enter into a trade agreement with the United States unless it secures a clear competitive advantage over rival economies, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on June 25. \Speaking during a two-day visit to London, Goyal said India would proceed with the agreement only after Washington establishes a legal and policy framework that provides Indian exporters with preferential market access over competing countries. “Until the

WASHINGTON, D.C.- India continues to be a major driver of global economic growth despite the economic impact of the Iran conflict and higher energy prices, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on June 25, while cautioning that the country has not been immune to disruptions in global energy markets. Julie Kozack, Director of the IMF’s Communications Department, said India’s economy had remained resilient despite external headwinds, supported by robust domestic demand. “W