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Gymkhana’s Chef Himanshu Pandey Revives Forgotten Indian Flavors Through a Heartfelt Culinary Journey
Vegas get ready to embark on a culinary journey with Chef Himanshu Pandey, Executive Sous Chef at Gymkhana in Aria Hotel & Resort, Las Vegas, as he unveils his memoir in a book, “The Heat & The Hustle — A Chef’s Path from India to the USA.” This inspiring book chronicles Himanshu’s remarkable rise from a humble village in Uttarakhand to the helm of kitchens in America and around the globe. In this heartfelt memoir, Chef Himanshu Pandey, takes readers on a journey that goes far beyond recipes, weaving togetherRead More
Las Vegas Traffic Safety Alert: May Crash Data Reveals Top High-Risk Intersections
As Southern Nevada enters the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer,” which is the historically dangerous driving period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, a new analysis of official law enforcement data reveals the specific Las Vegas intersections seeing the highest volume of frequent car accidents. “The transition into summer is always a volatile period on Las Vegas roads,” said Paul Padda, founder of Paul Padda Law and former federal prosecutor. “Between rising temperatures, increased seasonal congestion, and out-of-town drivers, the margin for error at these complex intersections shrinks to zero.Read More
Las Vegas Resident Ramchand Rattan Arrested for Making Racist and Terroristic Threats
Per the multiple published news reports, Las Vegas resident Ramchand Rattan was arrested for making racially amplified threat to blow up St. George Costco. Rattan was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals Service Violent Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team on a warrant issued out of Washington County, Utah. Rattan was apprehended in Las Vegas and is currently awaiting extradition to Utah to face his charges. Presently, Rattan is locked up at the Clark County Detention Center. Detectives uncovered that Rattan’s phone number was tied to a near-identical incident in MayRead More
UNLV Prof. Parsun Guha’s Lab Research: Key to Managing Leaky Gut Could Lie in Common Compound We’re Already Eating
In a study published formally on May 28 in the journal Nature Communications, the team shares how phytic acid (or InsP6), a natural compound found in whole grains, beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds, plays an important role in maintaining the integrity of the intestinal barrier. “Phytic acid is something many people already consume daily, especially in plant-rich diets,” said Sujan Chatterjee, a UNLV postdoctoral fellow and lead author on the study. “What’s exciting is that it’s beyond just a dietary component; it also functions as a biologically active molecule that supports gut health.”Read More
Vegas South Asian Bridal Show
For the future South Asian Couples in the greater Las Vegas area, the Royal Wedding presents a South Asian Bridal show on June 13th, 2026 from 2 PM-8:30 PM at the Alexis Park Hotel. The glamorous event will showcase the contemporary trend in South Asian weddings, from décor, dining, bridal outfits to the intricacies of wedding planning & management.
Former head of Nevada Equal Rights Commission joins Paul Padda Law as Director of Community Affairs
Kara Jenkins has dedicated her career to bringing people together to solve some of the toughest challenges facing communities. Now, she returns to the legal field in a new leadership role as Director of Community Affairs at Paul Padda Law, where she will expand the firm’s community impact initiatives and provide operational and litigation support in employment discrimination matters. Raised in diverse communities across the country, Jenkins developed an early commitment to elevating every voice. She graduated cum laude from Xavier University of Louisiana with a degree in sociology and wentRead More
Two Indian-American Students Named College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship Winners
National Merit Scholarship Corporation is pleased to announce the College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship Winners for the college academic year beginning fall of 2026. Officials of each sponsor college selected their scholarship winners from among the Finalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program who plan to attend their institution. These awards provide between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institution financing the scholarship. This year college sponsored winners are… This year, 138 higher education institutions are underwriting Merit Scholarship awards through the NationalRead More
You’re Invited: Election Night Viewing Party Hosted by Congressional Candidate Dr. Aury Nagy
After months and months of conversations, community events, volunteer efforts, and voter outreach efforts, Election Day has finally arrived to celebrate exceptional American democracy and the voices of the people. Exercise your right to vote. The final day to cast a ballot is Tuesday, June 9. Polling locations will remain open until 7:00 p.m. Election results will begin to be reported shortly after the polls close. To celebrate the 2026 election, congressional candidate (CD3) Dr. Aury Nagy, M.D. – a local Neurosurgeon and 50+year resident of Las Vegas – invites the communityRead More
Assemblymember Reuben D’Silva Introduces Legislation to Create the Nevada Asia-Pacific Trade Commission
Nevada State Assemblyman Reuben D’Silva (D) has introduced a bill to create the Nevada Asia-Pacific Trade Commission. “I am proud to bring forward this bill which will seek to build stronger relationships for Nevadans who wish to do business with Asia and vice-versa,” said Assemblyman Reuben D’Silva. “The commission will serve as a conduit for investment, trade, corporate relationships, and cultural exchange between Nevada and the entire Asia-Pacific region. I look forward to shepherding this bill through the 84th legislative session.” “Nevada’s Asia Pacific Trade Commission will bring in new untapped synergiesRead More
2026 Nevada Primary Elections: Vegasdesi Candidate Endorsements
As the 2026 primary election season approaches, Nevada voters are preparing to participate in a system that blends both partisan and nonpartisan elected positions. Early voting is set to begin on Saturday, May 23, and will continue through Friday, June 5, offering voters an ample opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of June 9 Election Day. Nevada operates under a closed primary system, meaning that voters registered with a political party may only vote for candidates within that same party. For example, Democratic voters select among Democratic candidates, while RepublicanRead More