Indian consulate in Chicago supports global showcase of Indian cinema at MSPIFF45
The Consulate General of India, Chicago has extended its support to the 45th edition of the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival, reinforcing cultural ties and promoting Indian storytelling on a global stage. Running from April 8 to April 19, 2026, MSPIFF45 marks
Sundar Kand recitation and Ram Leela to illuminate Naperville this Saturday
A spiritually enriching evening of devotion, culture, and community will take place this Saturday at Barsana Banquet Hall (ISKCON Naperville), as devotees and families from across the Chicagoland area gather for a Sunder Kand Path and Ram Leela celebration. Organized by a team
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हनुमान जी की आठ सिद्धियाँ
By: Rajendra Kapil हनुमान जी के समान रामजी का कोई भक्त नहीं है. रामजी को भी उस पर पूरा भरोसा था. रामजी के हर काम को करने के लिए हनुमान जी सदा तत्पर रहते थे. इसीलिए जब पूरा वानर दल सीता खोज के
Fragile ceasefire, widening conflict India opts for strategic restraint in Middle East crisis
By: Dr Avi Verma India’s decision to stay outside direct mediation efforts reflects a calculated and cautious approach in a volatile geopolitical environment. With strong ties to the United States and Israel, alongside energy and historical links with Iran, New Delhi is prioritizing
नवार्ण मंत्र और दुर्गा सप्तशती के मंत्रों का गूढ़ अर्थ, महत्व और श्लोकवार व्याख्या
भारतीय सनातन परंपरा में मंत्र केवल ध्वनि नहीं, बल्कि चेतना और ऊर्जा के सूक्ष्म विज्ञान हैं। नवार्ण मंत्र “ॐ ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे” तथा दुर्गा सप्तशती के श्लोक, साधना के ऐसे माध्यम हैं जो साधक को बाहरी और आंतरिक दोनों स्तरों पर
Ancient wisdom meets modern scienceStudent research explores herbal compounds in cancer study
By: Dr. Avi Verma A recent student-led research project exploring traditional Native American herbal knowledge has drawn attention for its scientific curiosity and cultural relevance, while also underscoring the importance of cautious interpretation in early-stage medical findings. What the study found A 17-year-old
Analysis: From revolution to reckoning: where does AAP stand today?
By: Dr. Avi Verma In the arc of modern Indian politics, few parties have traveled a trajectory as dramatic as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Born out of a mass anti-corruption uprising, it once embodied a rare political moment where street activism attempted
Trump warned NATO exit would be illegal, says Indian-American lawmaker
An Indian-American Congressman has warned Donald Trump that any attempt to withdraw the United States from NATO without congressional approval would be illegal and could severely undermine national security. In a strongly worded letter, Raja Krishnamoorthi expressed “deep concern” following Trump’s recent remarks
Hindu American Foundation challenges caste-Hinduism link in US appeals court
The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) has moved a US appeals court, challenging what it describes as the wrongful linking of caste discrimination to Hinduism by California’s civil rights regulator in a case with far-reaching implications for workplaces across the United States. In a
Israel says it killed nephew of Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem in Beirut strike
Israel has claimed it killed a close aide and nephew of Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem in a targeted strike in Beirut, as cross-border tensions continue despite a broader ceasefire involving Iran and the United States. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said Ali Yusuf
Over 13,000 strikes carried out in Iran war; 13 US troops killed, Pentagon says
The United States carried out more than 13,000 strikes during its military campaign against Iran under Operation Epic Fury, the Pentagon said, confirming that 13 American service members were killed during the conflict. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force General
India urges citizens to leave Iran despite US-Iran ceasefire announcement
India has issued a fresh advisory urging its nationals in Iran to leave the country “expeditiously,” even as a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran offers a temporary pause in hostilities. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Indian Embassy in
Iran ‘begged for ceasefire,’ US says after strikes left military ‘combat ineffective’
The United States has claimed that Iran was forced into accepting a ceasefire after suffering massive military losses in a sustained campaign of strikes, with officials describing Tehran’s forces as “combat ineffective” for years to come. U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said
No nuclear arms for Iran ‘non-negotiable,’ US says amid ceasefire talks
The United States has declared that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains a “non-negotiable” condition as ceasefire talks advance following weeks of intense military confrontation. U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth reiterated Washington’s firm stance, stating that Iran would never be allowed
US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire tied to Strait of Hormuz reopening
The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire in a dramatic last-minute breakthrough, just hours before a deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump linked to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement, announced late Tuesday, followed intense
Netanyahu backs Iran-US ceasefire but says Lebanon not included, raising doubts over truce
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed support for the newly announced two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, but warned that the agreement does not extend to Lebanon, casting uncertainty over how long the fragile truce will hold. The ceasefire, brokered
Trump suspends Iran bombing for two weeks as Tehran pushes 10-point proposal
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a two-week suspension of bombing operations against Iran, opening a narrow window for diplomacy as Tehran advances a 10-point proposal outlining its conditions for de-escalation. Trump said the decision followed discussions with Pakistani leaders, who have been
US, Iran agree to two-week ceasefire as talks set to begin in Pakistan
The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, marking a significant pause in hostilities as both sides prepare to enter direct negotiations aimed at de-escalating the conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Washington has “suspended the bombing of Iran”
Trump invokes faith in Iran war rhetoric, says ‘God supports’ US actions
U.S. President Donald Trump has invoked religious language while discussing the ongoing conflict with Iran, saying he believes that “God supports” the American position, adding a spiritual dimension to the administration’s war messaging. Speaking at a White House press conference, Trump was asked