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Shern-Min Chow is a veteran Houston journalist who retired from KHOU 11 in February 2026 after nearly 30 years as a reporter and anchor. Following a distinguished career covering major events, including hurricanes and the Astros' World Series appearances, she now focuses on her own media venture, SMC Productions LLC, and has published a novel. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

MILAN VAISHNAV is a Senior Fellow and Director of the South Asia Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and an Adjunct Professor at the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown. He is the author of When Crime Pays: Money and Muscle in Indian Politics.

The political landscape of West Bengal has faced its most significant seismic shift in decades. After fifteen years of Trinamool Congress (TMC) rule, the 2026 Assembly Elections have delivered a result that few saw coming in such magnitude: a landslide victory for the BJP and a profound restructuring of the state's traditional voting blocs.

In this episode, we sit down with two seasoned observers of Bengal’s political pulse, Paramita Sarkar and Anant Shrivastav, to dissect how the "impregnable fortress" was breached and what this means for the future of the state.

Dr Lalani is a medical doctor and has now dedicated his life to public service and helping medicine through legislating.

A member of the Democratic party Lalani is one of the first muslims in south Asian lawmakers in the Texas legislature

Judge Mathew is a respected leader in the legal field, embodying excellence and dedication to public service

As the presiding Judge of County Court at Law 3, her tenure reflects a steadfast commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those she serves in Fort Bend County.

Today is a great day for Houston as Open Forum collaborates with the Indian Doctor's Association,Houston , to bring quality doctors on a program called "The Healing Point"

This program will air every 2nd Saturday of the month. Stay tuned as we interview medical specialists to discuss common health concerns and to answer your questions.

Today we feature a well respected psychiatrist, Dr Prashant Gajwani

Today, on Open Forum at 4 PM on 103.5 FM Houston.Open Forum Houston , we will discuss your retirement plans with Supal Vora

The buzz word today in the financial world is TARIFFS.

Let's break it down with Mr. Vora as to how is this going to affect each one of us in the USA and around the world.

Today, on Open Forum at 4 PM on 103.5 FM Houston.Open Forum Houston , we will discuss your retirement plans with Supal Vora

The buzz word today in the financial world is TARIFFS.

Let's break it down with Mr. Vora as to how is this going to affect each one of us in the USA and around the world.

Today on Open Forum at 4 PM we will chat with Dr Jayesh Kapadia .

A brilliant pediatrician from Seth G S Medical College/ KEM hospital, he has adopted 18 villages in Maharashtra, where he holds free clinics and focuses on Nutritional and behavioral needs in children..

Next we invited the Iconic Dr Rathna Kumar .

Fondly known as the "Jewel in the Crown of Houston Arts", Rathna ji has dedicated her entire life to teaching and enhancement of Indian classical dance.

Lastly Sewa International...

Sewa is at the forefront of any disaster relief.

Our hearts go out to the families affected by the recent devastating floods in the Texas Hill Country.

Our prayers are with those who have suffered loss & disruption and we stand in solidarity with the first responders and volunteers providing critical support during this challenging time.

IACF has joined hands with local organizations at Houston and requests the community to come together to support the relief & rebuilding efforts at the City of Kerrville. Let's stand together, Texas Strong.

You can help by donating today. 100% of the proceeds will be directly allocated to the City of Kerrville for its official relief & rebuilding efforts. All contributions are tax-deductible.

Sewa International and our partners are involved in all three stages of disaster recovery around the world: Rescue (72 hours), Relief (3 months), and Rehabilitation (3-5 years).