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MLC 2025: Top Players to Watch in the Upcoming T20 Tournament!!

by Hind Himalaya Staff | Jun 8, 2025 | Editors Choice, Sports

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The upcoming season three of Major League Cricket (MLC) is set to commence on June 13, following the success of the first two editions of the tournament. MI New York and Washington Freedom emerged as champions in the inaugural 2023 and 2024 seasons, respectively, with Seattle Orcas and San Francisco Unicorns finishing as runners-up.

Major League Cricket has experienced rapid growth in the United States, attracting both international stars and homegrown talent. J Arunkumar has been appointed as the Head Coach of the Major League Cricket team Golden State Grizzlies for the upcoming season. The 2025 edition of MLC will feature six franchises – Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas, Texas Super Kings, and Washington Freedom – competing for the prestigious title. The matches in the MLC 2025 season will be played in a T20 format, with a total of 30 league stage matches leading up to the playoffs.

The tournament is scheduled to run from June 13 to July 14 and will be hosted at three stadiums: Oakland Coliseum in California, Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, and Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Florida.

Each franchise will be supported by a mix of foreign stars and domestic players, with notable players such as Andre Russell, Kieron Pollard, Corey Anderson, Harmeet Singh, and Steven Smith set to take the field.

From IIT Delhi to City Council: The Rise of Indian-American Leaders in Texas

by Hind Himalaya Staff | Jun 8, 2025 | Community, Indian-American

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Two Indian-American candidates have emerged victorious in their respective city council runoff elections in Texas.

Sanjay Singhal, a retired energy executive and graduate of IIT Delhi, secured a significant win over Nasir Hussain in Sugar Land’s District 2. Similarly, Sukh Kaur, a Sikh-American and education reformer, triumphed in San Antonio to retain her District 1 council seat. Both candidates ran campaigns focused on community engagement and development.

Sanjay Singhal expressed his gratitude to the residents of District 2 for their support and pledged to serve with transparency and dedication. Sukh Kaur, the first Sikh woman elected to the San Antonio City Council, highlighted affordable housing, public transit expansion, and inclusive urban development as key priorities during her campaign.

These victories mark a milestone in the increasing representation of Indian-Americans in Texas’s civic leadership, particularly in urban centers such as Houston and San Antonio. The mayoral contest in Sugar Land saw Carol McCutcheon emerge victorious, with a focus on strategic vision for the city’s growth, as well as priorities including improving crime response and supporting law enforcement. The incoming council members and mayor are expected to be sworn in over the coming weeks, further solidifying Indian-American representation in Texas’s civic leadership.

Tears of Joy and Gratitude: Highlights from Coppell LEE Elementary’s 5th Grade Graduation

by Hind Himalaya Staff | May 26, 2025 | Community

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The air was filled with excitement and anticipation as the 5th grade students of Coppell LEE Elementary gathered for their graduation ceremony on a sunny afternoon in Coppell, Texas.

Principal Misses Kastrounis kicked off the event with a warm welcome, setting the tone for a day filled with pride and celebration. As the ceremony continued, Counselor Miss Garvin took the stage to deliver an inspiring speech, highlighting the growth and maturity of the students as they prepare to move on to middle school.

The room was filled with a sense of accomplishment and gratitude as Miss Garvin spoke about the hard work and dedication of both the students and the teaching staff.

As the ceremony came to a close, students were recognized and awarded for their achievements in various categories. The room erupted in cheers and applause as each student received their well-deserved recognition.

The event was a mix of emotions, with tears of pride and joy mingling with the excitement of what lies ahead for these graduating students. As the ceremony concluded, students took the opportunity to capture memories with their teachers and friends, creating lasting mementos of their time at Coppell LEE Elementary.

In the end, the 5th grade graduation at Coppell LEE Elementary was a day filled with love, pride, and gratitude. It was a celebration of not only the students’ academic achievements, but also of the friendships and memories that were made along the way. As these students prepare to embark on the next chapter of their educational journey, they do so with the knowledge that they are supported by a community that believes in their potential and is excited to see what the future holds for each and every one of them.

One of the highlights of the event was when 5th grade student Manjiri Raut took the stage to deliver a heartfelt speech on behalf of her class. She expressed her gratitude to her classmates, teachers, and parents for their support throughout the school year. It was a touching moment that brought tears to the eyes of many in the audience.

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Solidarity in Sorrow: Fremont Community Gathers to Honor Kashmir Victims

by Hind Himalaya Staff | May 2, 2025 | Community, Indian-American

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Indian Americans in Fremont, California came together on April 26th to hold peaceful demonstrations in response to the tragic Pahalgam terrorist attack that claimed the lives of several Hindu tourists. The participants expressed their outrage and sorrow over the incident, calling for strict action against the perpetrators and advocating for stronger measures to prevent future atrocities.

The gathering, which saw over 400 Hindu Americans in attendance, aimed to honor the 28 lives lost in Kashmir due to the Islamic terrorist attack believed to be backed by Pakistan. Jewish Americans also joined in solidarity with their Hindu counterparts at the event. Various local Hindu organizations collaborated to organize the demonstration, condemning the heinous terrorist act and expressing deep anguish over the tragic events that unfolded in the Kashmir Valley. Speakers at the event emphasized that violence can never achieve legitimate goals and called for increased efforts to prevent targeted attacks against Hindus.

Participants wore black attire and carried placards with messages such as “Stop Killing Innocents” and “Justice for Kashmir Victims.” The protestors waved the Indian tricolor and held banners demanding that Pakistan be declared a terrorist state in light of the Pahalgam Hindu massacre. The demonstration not only showcased the global Indian community’s concern for homeland security but also underscored a message of unity and resilience against terrorism. Similar vigils were organized across North America to show support for the victims of the attack in Kashmir.

FBI Director Kash Patel extended condolences to all those affected by the tragedy and reiterated the agency’s commitment to offering full support to the Indian Government in such challenging times.

President Biden Approves Disaster Declaration for Dallas County Residents

by Hind Himalaya Staff | Jun 5, 2024 | Community

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Dallas County residents impacted by last week’s severe storms are now eligible to apply for federal disaster aid, officials announced Wednesday.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has been canvassing areas of Texas pounded by tornadoes and storms in recent weeks. The damage caused by the inclement weather prompted a federal disaster declaration and made available FEMA programs designed to aid local and state governments with debris removal and infrastructure repairs.
Disaster 4781 covers storm damage dating back to April 26 in more than two dozen Texas counties, including Denton, Collin, Cooke, Kaufman and now Dallas.

The program assists individuals with expenses such as temporary housing, emergency home repairs, uninsured and underinsured personal property losses, disaster legal services, disaster unemployment assistance, and medical, dental, and funeral expenses caused by the disaster and more.
To apply for the aid, homeowners and renters can visit disasterassistance.gov/, download the FEMA app for mobile devices or call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Dallas County Judge Clay Lewis Jenkins in a Wednesday news release thanked President Joe Biden for the disaster declaration and local officials from FEMA and the county for the work they’ve done documenting the damage.

“Individual Assistance opens up the door for FEMA to provide assistance to homeowners and renters for damage and losses not covered by insurance,” he said.