October, 2019
Vijay Sundaram along with Laura Haak and Prof. Krishna Pagilla Receive Water Environment Federation Award
The University of Nevada, Reno, Ph.D. students in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Laura Haak and Vijay Sundaram, along with faculty advisor and professor Krishna Pagilla, were awarded the Water Environment Federation’s McKee Groundwater Protection, Restoration or Sustainable Use Award. The paper, “Sustainability Assessment for Indirect Potable Use: A Case Study from Reno, Nevada,” researched methodology adapted from a triple bottom line approach to evaluate how potable water reuse may impact the social, environmental and institutional criteria identified as drivers for local water resource management. “This is a prestigious international award thatRead More
Diwali Mela at the ISKCON Mandir
ISKCON of Las Vegas invites you to their 2019 Diwali Mela “Anand Utsav” on Saturday, October 19th. NO ADMISSION FEE. Please bring your family and friends to celebrate Diwali at the ISKCON mandir with activities for kids along with a wide array of regional Indian delicacies and crafts. Mela is open to the diverse communities of Southern Nevada. Everyone is welcome to join in irrespective of religion, caste, creed, political affiliation or national origin.
Dusshera Mela at the Hindu Mandir
Hindu Temple and Jain Center of Las Vegas invites the community for their much-awaited Annual Dusshera Mela on Sunday, October 13th from 3 pm to 9 pm. Bring in the whole family & friends and enjoy some homemade food, indulge in some shopping followed by the burning of Ravana and a spectacular fireworks at sunset. The festival of Dushera or Vijay Dashmi celebrates the Hindu god Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana and the triumph of good over evil – a victory of God Ram over Ravana. In that spirit, yourRead More
Shree Saini Competes in Miss World America
Shree Saini, a former Miss India USA, and Miss India Worldwide, is visiting Las Vegas to compete in the Miss World America title to be held at the Orleans Hotel and Casino from October 10th-12th, 2019. COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR VEGASDESI.COM READERS. PLEASE CONTACT EKTA SAINI @ 509-690-7248 Shree, a graduate of the University of Washington, is an accomplished speaker, commentator, model, and a passionate dancer. Shree was recently recognized by the Washington State Senate for her contribution and commitment to many non-profit charitable organizations. Shree is on a speaking circuit andRead More