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RETIREMENT FROM JOB-LIFE?! – Guest Author Satish Bhatnagar, Ph.D.
People, in the family and outsiders, often ask me questions like the following: When are you going to retire? Aren’t you tired of teaching? Don’t you have enough money in your retirement plan? Why do you keep working when your funds income after retirement would be no less than the present salary? Don’t you enjoy traveling and learning new hobbies – like, languages, gardening and cooking etc? Such questions are normal as I have healthfully completed 84 years of my life so far. But I am still doing all thatRead More
Incredible Opportunity for Aspiring Singers
You have waited all these years to be at the forefront of vocal entertainment, so come out of the Bollywood closet, sing, and fulfill your aspirations by joining a local group led by a music enthusiast with deep respect for classical and contemporary Hindi music. I’ve got some exciting news to share! Starting in June 2024, I’ll team up with a fantastic teacher and vocalist to offer vocal music lessons. These classes will be in-person and online, perfect for anyone who loves to sing, no matter their age or experienceRead More
Henderson Hindu Temple Will Not Be Built
A Hindu temple that was in the works to be built in Henderson is not happening anymore, according to the city. FOX5 first reported on the plans of a Hindu Temple being built a couple of years back. In August 2022, the Hindu temple got the green light from the city of Henderson to be built in a rural neighborhood. You may remember residents living in that area were not happy about the plans. Continue Reading… Previous related news as reported by vegasdesi.com Disclaimer – By providing links to otherRead More
Hindustani Classical Music Live
Please join the Hindustani music lovers to an evening of Hindustani Vocal Classical Music on Saturday, May 11th at 4:30 PM. Limited to first 50 attendees. Details below…
Election 2024 – South Asian Candidates Raised Over $59,000 During the First Quarter
With the 2024 campaign season in full swing, declared candidates were busy raising funds for their upcoming elections. The 2024 election cycle has attracted five South Asian candidates with diverse professional backgrounds seeking elected office. Long-time residents and active community members, candidates Sharifa Wahab, Nadeem Hanadi, and Devender Singh, are the first-timers declaring their political candidacy. In contrast, Syed Zaidi ran multiple times but couldn’t secure victory. Democrat Mumbai-born Reuben D’Silva is the only South Asian incumbent running unopposed. Sharifa Wahab, a candidate for the Nevada State Assembly District 35, raised overRead More
Indian-American Associate Professor Monika Gulia-Nuss, Ph.D., winsFulbright U.S. Scholar Award
A tiny cattle tick is causing big economic losses to farmers and ranchers worldwide. A pioneering University of Nevada, Reno researcher in the field of tick research to help reduce the incidence of Lyme disease in humans has now been awarded a prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to apply her research to try to unlock effective ways to control the tick that is wreaking havoc with cattle. Monika Gulia-Nuss, an associate professor and graduate program director in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in the University’s College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources, isRead More
Empower Your Future: Unleash Your Tech Potential. Excel and Power Business Intelligence Classes.
Unlock the power of technology with our dynamic classes! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned enthusiast, join us to level up your skills and embrace the digital era. From beginning to advanced levels, our expert-led courses ensure you stay ahead in today’s tech-driven world. Enroll now and embark on a Journey to Data Analysis, Visualization, Innovation, and success! Course Details: Excel: Beginner to Intermediate Duration: 3 Months Classes: 2 Classes per week. Each class is 2 hrs. + 30 min (office hours) for questions & queries Course Fee: $300Read More
Vaisakhi Celebrations and Indian Food Festival at Guru Nanak Gurdwara
Please join the local Sikh community to celebrate Vaisakhi at the Guru Nanak Gurdwara on Sunday, April 21st,at the Gurdwara grounds. Multiple food booths will offer fresh, diverse Indian delicacies prepared by the Gurdwara volunteers and local Indian restaurants. The celebrations are open to all, regardless of background, ethnicity, national origin, and religious beliefs. No tickets are required. FREE EVENT What: VAISAKHI Celebrations When: Sunday, April 21st, 2024 beginning at 11:30 AM Where: Guru Nanak Gurdwara, 4487 E. Russel Rd., Las Vegas Cost: NONE. FREE EVENT Check out the previous years’ Vaisakhi celebrations pictures, 2018 2019 2022Read More
Holi Picnic by Friends of India
Per the annual ritual, the local Indian community club, Friends of India, invites the community to its picnic to celebrate HOLI, a festival of color to show the spirit of camaraderie, welcoming the spring season with an explosion of celebratory and vibrant dry colors. It’s time to celebrate Holi on the Bollywood beats, dancing, enjoying the great Indian festive feast, and smearing the attendees with safe jubilant kaleidoscope of colored powder (gulal) under the perfect Las Vegas spring sky. The celebrations are open to all, irrespective of religion, race, color, creed,Read More
Fund Raiser to Benefit Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital
Please join the local community for a fundraiser banquet for the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital on Friday, April 19th, at the Treasure Island on the fabulous Las Vegas Strip. Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre is the brainchild of Pakistan’s Cricket World Cup-winning captain and the 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mr. Imran Khan. The inspiration to build the Hospital came after his mother, Mrs. Shaukat Khanum, succumbed to cancer in 1985. For further information and tickets, please contact Razaq Chaudry at 702-496-1185