Trump extends federal hiring freeze through July: White House
US President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum extending the federal hiring freeze through July 15, according to White House principal deputy press secretary Harrison Fields, who posted the update on social media platform X. The decision is part of Trump’s broader initiative,
Myanmar: Four Indian nationals trapped in cyber scam networks repatriated through Yangon
In a continuing effort to rescue Indian nationals trapped in cyber scam operations across Southeast Asia, the Government of India successfully repatriated four citizens from the Myawaddy region through Yangon, Myanmar. The Embassy of India in Yangon confirmed that it coordinated with local
Punjabi community in Chicagoland celebrates International Mother Language Day with poetry, dance, and pride
By: Ashwani Mahajan The Punjabi community of the U.S. West recently came together in Schaumburg, Illinois, to celebrate International Mother Language Day (Maa Boli Diwas) at the India Hub. The event, organized by various Punjabi organizations, poets, and writers, highlighted the significance of
Trump expects Russia’s response on Ukraine ceasefire this week
U.S. President Donald Trump said he expects a response from Russia on a potential Ukraine ceasefire over the weekend, following a call between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “We’re going to be hearing from them this
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दो मार्ग, एक सत्य: श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता और पावन रामायण की शिक्षाएँ
By: Rajendra Kapil भारत की आध्यात्मिक सभ्यता दो अमर ग्रंथों पर आधारित है—श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता और पावन रामायण। यद्यपि ये दोनों अलग-अलग काल, शैली और प्रसंग में रचे गए, फिर भी इनकी आत्मा एक है—कि मनुष्य यदि धर्म, साहस और भक्ति से जीवन जिए, तो
Congressman Krishnamoorthi condemns antisemitic graffiti at Northwestern, stands firm on Medicaid, youth vaping, and protecting seniors from scams
By: IndoUS Tribune Staff Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi strongly condemned the recent antisemitic graffiti found at Northwestern University during Passover, calling it “vile” and “especially hateful” in a statement issued to IndoUS Tribune earlier this week. “Targeting Jewish students and the community during a sacred time
Ram Navami festivities shine at Senior Club Chicago with music, dance, and devotion
By: Jayanti Oza Senior Club Chicago, USA, celebrated Ram Navami with great enthusiasm on 23 April 2025, drawing over 200 members to the event. The occasion was meticulously organized by the club’s leadership team, with Chairperson Pinkiben Dineshbhai Thakkar, President Shri Naresh Shah,
Shri Hanuman Temple gears up for 21st anniversary celebrations
By: Dr Avi Verma The managing committee of the Siddha Peeth Mahabali Sankat Mochan Shri Hanuman Temple in Haibowal Kalan, Ludhiana has commenced preparations for the temple’s 21st annual anniversary celebrations. Under the leadership of the temple committee, the first invitation was formally
UPA celebrates record-breaking Vaisakhi Mela in Chicago
By: Ashwani Mahajan The United Punjabis of America (UPA) hosted the largest Vaisakhi Mela in the United States on April 12, 2025, in Chicago, featuring over 100 performers. The event, which celebrated Vaisakhi—marking the harvest season and the birth of the Khalsa—was led
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Chicago’s Hanuman Mandir hosts grand Janmotsav, daws thousands in devotion
By: Dr. Avi Verma Over 15,000 devotees from across the Midwest and beyond converged at the Hanuman Mandir of Chicago to celebrate a magnificent Hanuman Janmotsav 2025. The Mandir, renowned as a significant center for spiritual gathering, witnessed a vibrant expression of faith
Washington State Capitol hosts first Baisakhi celebration honoring Sikh community contributions
By: Vandana Jhingan The Consulate General of India in Seattle hosted a historic celebration of Baisakhi at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia, marking the first time the harvest festival has been officially commemorated at the Capitol. The event saw the participation of
Doctors explore new technique to remove microplastics from human bloodstream
By: Dr. Avi Verma In an age where microplastics have infiltrated nearly every aspect of our environment—found in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and even in our bloodstream—a growing number of researchers and medical professionals are exploring novel methods to
Trump’s second term: Executive orders redefine U.S. policy and shake foundations of U.S.–India relations
By: Dr. Avi VermaTrump 2.0: A Deluge of 129 Executive Orders and Their Far-Reaching Impact As President Donald Trump enters the heart of his second term, the White House has issued a staggering 129 executive orders, reshaping U.S. domestic and foreign policy at breakneck
US vice president Vance to visit Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra
US Vice President J.D. Vance and his Indian-descent wife Usha Vance are scheduled to visit Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra during their upcoming trip to India, the White House announced on Wednesday. Vance is set to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi when in
California sues Trump administration over ‘unlawful tariffs’
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the state is suing the Trump administration over what he called “unlawful tariffs” that threaten California’s economy, jobs, and families. In a statement released on Wednesday, Newsom said the sweeping tariffs imposed by former President Donald
Vance’s India visit to review ties and boost cooperation
US Vice President J.D. Vance will undertake his first official visit to India from April 21 to 24, an opportunity to review progress in bilateral ties and implement outcomes from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s February visit to Washington, India’s Ministry of External Affairs
Indian-origin astrophysicist finds strongest hints of alien life yet
A groundbreaking discovery led by Indian-origin astrophysicist Professor Nikku Madhusudhan has revealed the strongest evidence yet of possible alien life on a planet outside our solar system. Using data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Madhusudhan and his team at the University
Zelensky says Ukraine-US rare earth minerals deal making ‘good progress’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that negotiations with the United States on a rare earth minerals agreement are advancing well, describing the progress as “good” in his daily address on Wednesday. “The basic legal stuff is almost finalised, and then, if everything