Federal Reserve & FOMC
By: YBB Personal Finance The US Central Bank structure & operations are complicated. The Federal Reserve Act (1913) made the FEDERAL RESERVE (the Fed) the US Central Bank. Unlike most central banks, the Fed has a DUAL MANDATE for controlling inflation & unemployment.
Chinese Mutual Aid Association celebrates record-breaking success at 8th Annual Dim Sum & Then Some: Uptown 5K, 10K, and Kids Dash!
By: Dr Avi Verma The Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) recently showcased the success of its 8th Annual Dim Sum & Then Some: Uptown 5K, 10K, and Kids Dash, held in the vibrant Uptown neighborhood. This year’s event set a new record, attracting
Hemant Patel launches Sanatan EcoSystem: A new digital hub for the Sanatani community
By: Dr Avi Verma In an exclusive interview with IndoUS Tribune, Hemant Patel, a distinguished Hindu leader in Chicago, announced the launch of the Sanatan EcoSystem, a pioneering digital platform designed to unite Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains across the globe. Patel described
Indian Seniors of Chicago celebrate 78th Independence Day with festivities and tributes
By: Jayanti Oza Over 300 members of the Indian Seniors of Chicago gathered on August 10, 2024, at Mahalakshmi Hall, Manav Mandir, for a grand celebration of India’s 78th Independence Day. The event, led by Hemant Modi, featured performances of Ganesha Stuti and
Democratic National Convention 2024: A defining moment of hope, unity, and change
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) is a pivotal event in the American political landscape, held every four years to nominate the party’s candidate for the presidency and to outline the party’s platform and vision for the future. It serves as a critical platform
Bill Gates leads inaugural India Day celebrations in Greater Seattle
By: Vandana Jhingan On India’s 78th Independence Day, Mr. Bill Gates, Chairman of the Gates Foundation, inaugurated the first-ever India Day celebrations in the Greater Seattle area as the Guest of Honor, representing the Consulate General of India in Seattle. Addressing over 2,000
FIA celebrates excellence with Bollywood star Jaya Prada and Sparsh Shah at Star Awards Night
By: Vandana Jhingan The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), under the leadership of Chairman and Founder Sunil Shah, hosted a memorable Star Awards Night on August 16, 2024, at the Matrix Club in Naperville. This prestigious event united community leaders, influencers, and members
FIIDS to celebrate India’s Independence Day in Morton Grove with a focus on democracy
The Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS) will celebrate India’s Independence Day on August 24 in Morton Grove, Illinois. The event will feature the Consul General of India in Chicago and the Mayor of Morton Grove, emphasizing the strong connection between
Chicago communities unite in solidarity against atrocities on Hindu minority in Bangladesh
By: Dr. Avi Verma In a powerful display of unity and solidarity, the Hindu, Christian, and Jewish communities of Chicago gathered this week to stand against the ongoing atrocities committed against the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. The event, which took place at a
Tragic case of rape and murder in Bengal sparks nationwide protests
By Dr. Avi Verma, Publisher India is reeling from the horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old female trainee doctor in Kolkata, a crime that has ignited widespread outrage and protests across the nation. This young doctor, who dedicated herself to the service
Netanyahu accepts US proposal on hostage deal; Blinken calls on Hamas to do the same
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to a U.S. proposal regarding the release of hostages, following a three-hour meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Jerusalem. This agreement marks a crucial step toward resolving the ongoing hostage situation, with Netanyahu
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Washington to strengthen India-US ties
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Washington on Thursday evening for a four-day visit at the invitation of US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin. Singh’s visit aims to bolster the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and includes key meetings with US Secretary of
India, US enter into Security of Supply Arrangement
India and the United States have officially established a non-binding Security of Supply Arrangement (SOSA), a significant bilateral agreement designed to ensure the availability of critical industrial resources in times of supply chain disruptions. This arrangement, announced by the Pentagon, will facilitate the
UN chief hopes PM Modi’s visit to Ukraine will help end war
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed optimism that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Ukraine will contribute positively to efforts aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. Guterres’ spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, underscored the significance of high-profile diplomatic visits in advancing peace negotiations and
Govt support, private investments to propel India as global space leader: Experts
New Delhi, Aug 23 – With apt support from government and private investments, India will emerge as a global space leader, said experts on Friday on the first National Space Day. India is celebrating its maiden National Space Day [NSpD-2024] on August 23
Men with high-risk HPV more vulnerable to infertility: Study
New Delhi, Aug 23 – Human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted virus, can decrease the sperm quantity and quality in men leading to infertility, a study confirmed on Friday. Researchers from Universidad Nacional de Cordoba in Argentina showed that men are very
Pesco-vegetarian diet may help reduce mortality in older adults: Study
New Delhi, Aug 23 – Plant-based diet has long been touted as healthy, but it may not be enough for the sustenance of older people, claims a study on Friday, noting that including seafood may help. The study, conducted by Loma Linda University,
Mumbai clocks 2nd highest prime property price rise on global index in April-June
Mumbai, Aug 23 – The financial capital recorded a significant increase on the international index in the second quarter this year — ranking second in terms of annual price growth as a reflection of the surge in residential demand in the city, especially
1 out of 4 millennials in India experiencing burnout, firms need to evolve: Report
Mumbai, Aug 23 – As companies in India strive to engage and retain millennials at the workplace, one in four from this dynamic generation are experiencing burnout, highlighting the urgent need for organisations to create environments that promote their well-being, a report showed
President Droupadi Murmu calls Indian space sector growth ‘extraordinary’
New Delhi, Aug 23 – The growth of the Indian space sector is ‘extraordinary’, said President Droupadi Murmu on the occasion of the country’s maiden National Space Day on Friday. National Space Day is being celebrated across the nation to commemorate the successful