Naperville Indian community celebrates Raksha Bandhan with local firefighters
Members of the Indian community in Naperville came together to celebrate Raksha Bandhan with local firefighters, highlighting the festival’s message of family, protection and community bonds. The celebration was held in partnership with Balagokulam Naperville Aurora and brought community members together with firefighters from the
Chaitanya celebrates spiritual wisdom, dance and service at Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago
By: Dr. Avi Verma The Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago (HTGC) hosted “Chaitanya,” a fundraising program celebrating spiritual wisdom, classical dance and selfless service, on Saturday, August 8, in support of its Vivekananda Spiritual Center (VSC). Opened in 2010 and renovated in 2025,
From Sawan Shivratri to Mahashivratri: The six-month spiritual journey of Shiva’s divine Baraat
Two Sacred Nights, One Spiritual Journey from Devotion to Divine Union For millions of devotees, Sawan Shivratri and Mahashivratri are two of the most sacred occasions dedicated to Lord Shiva. Sawan Shivratri falls during the holy month of Shravan, while Mahashivratri arrives roughly
Healthy Heart, Healthy Life
Part 5 – Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy: When the Heart Struggles to Keep Up Understanding Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Warning Signs, Diagnosis, and Modern Treatment By: Dr. Avi Verma Introduction In the first article of the Healthy Heart, Healthy Life series, we explored how
IndoUS Tribune की भारत के मंदिरों की यात्रा — गोवा अध्याय
तीसरा पड़ाव : श्री महालसा नारायणी मंदिर, मर्दोल — मोहिनी रूप में विराजती विष्णु की दिव्य शक्ति गोवा से विशेष IndoUS Tribune की विशेष श्रृंखला “भारत के मंदिरों की यात्रा” के गोवा अध्याय में हमारी आध्यात्मिक यात्रा अब तीसरे पड़ाव पर पहुँच रही
India at 80: Celebrating a nation’s rise and the promise of tomorrow
By: Dr Avi Verma A proud moment for 1.4 billion Indians and the global Indian family As India prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, the entire nation and the global Indian community stand united in pride and gratitude.
No ship can safely pass Hormuz without our permission: Iranian army
Iran’s main military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said Thursday that no vessel can safely transit the Strait of Hormuz without permission from Iranian authorities, local media reported. A spokesman for the headquarters rejected US claims that ships were passing normally through the
Punjabi American Organization brings Teeyan tradition to Chicagoland
By: Ashwani Mahajan Hundreds of members of the Punjabi American community gathered at Aashyana Banquets in Downers Grove for “Teeyan Da Mela 2026,” a celebration of Punjabi culture, women, music and community organized by the Punjabi American Organization (PAO). The annual-style cultural gathering
India at 80: From Freedom Struggle to Global Powerhouse
Eight Decades of Resilience, Reform, and Remarkable Transformation By: Dr. Avi Verma As India prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, the spirit of freedom will resonate not only across the Indian subcontinent but around the world. From the
Healthy Heart, Healthy Life: Part 4 – Heart rhythm disorders: When the heart’s electrical system goes off track
By Dr. Avi Verma Understanding Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, and Modern Treatments That Protect Your Heart Introduction In the first article of the Healthy Heart, Healthy Life series, we explored how the heart functions as the body’s life-sustaining pump. In Part 2, we discussed
Rare episodes hidden in the Valmiki Ramayana: The real reason behind Sita’s second exile
By: Rajendra Kapil We all know that Mata Sita endured two periods of exile during her lifetime. The first was the fourteen-year exile she spent alongside Lord Rama, honoring his father’s promise. The second came after Lord Rama’s coronation, when Sita was pregnant.
IndoUS Tribune की भारत के मंदिरों की यात्रा — गोवा अध्याय
दूसरा पड़ाव : श्री शांतादुर्गा मंदिर, कवलेम — जहाँ शक्ति ने शिव और विष्णु के मध्य स्थापित किया शांति का सेतु गोवा से विशेष IndoUS Tribune की विशेष श्रृंखला “भारत के मंदिरों की यात्रा” के अंतर्गत गोवा अध्याय के प्रथम पड़ाव में हमने
Viksit Bharat 2047: A Roadmap to become a Developed Nation
By: Dr. Mohan Kumar (former ambassador) It is creditable that the Government of India has set for itself and the nation a crucial goal: That India should become Viksit Bharat by 2047, which would be the one hundredth year anniversary of India’s independence. While
Personal finance insights: News & Features
By: Dr K C Gupta, YBB Personal FinanceMini Feature DRONES & GEOPOLITICAL INSTABILITIES CONTRARIAN INDICATORS AAII Bull-Bear Spread -11.1% (below average)CNN Fear & Greed Index 42 (fear-low)NYSE %Above 50-dMA 55.39% (positive)SP500 %Above 50-dMA 62.40% (positive) ICI Fund Allocations (Cumulative), 6/30/26OEFs & ETFs: Stocks
Midwest Punjabi Community celebrates Punjabi Maa Boli Day, reinforces commitment to language and cultural heritage
By: Ashwani Mahajan The Punjabi community across the Midwest came together to celebrate Punjabi Maa Boli Day, reaffirming its commitment to preserving the Punjabi language, literature, and cultural heritage for future generations. The event brought together writers, poets, scholars, community leaders, and families in
Dr. Suniti Acharya emphasizes vedic values and character building at Arya Samaj Chicago
By: Ashwani Mahajan Renowned Vedic scholar Dr. Suniti Acharya delivered an inspiring address at a gathering organized by Arya Samaj Chicago, highlighting the importance of Vedic values, character building, mental discipline, and self-awareness in today’s fast-paced world. Speaking to the congregation, Dr. Acharya focused on the
India and Africa: Relations Beyond Rhetorics by Ambassador Anil Trigunayat
By: Ambassador Anil Trigunayat, Former Ambassador of India to Jordan, Libya and Malta India and Africa have a historic and umbilical relationship. It makes a good talking point during speeches but will need an objective assessment of the extent and depth of our
India’s Space Sector: A Launchpad for Global Partnerships by Gurjit Singh, former Ambassador and author
By: Gurjit Singh, former Ambassador and author Growing competition in outer space provides India with a unique opportunity to shape a narrative in which collaboration, rather than confrontation, drives space exploration. Recognised as a trustworthy and cost-effective spacefaring nation, India is now well
Commonwealth Games 2026: India finishes fourth with 39 medals — 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze
India signed off from the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with an impressive haul of 39 medals — 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze — to finish fourth in the overall standings. The Games, held from July 23 to August 2, featured
US visa bond explained: Do Indians have to pay up to $20,000?
A new US visa bond programme has raised concerns among Indian travellers, with reports suggesting that some applicants for tourist and business visas could be required to deposit as much as $20,000 before receiving a visa. However, Indian citizens are not currently subject