Rajnath Singh, Singapore’s Chan Chun Sing discuss stronger India–Singapore defence cooperation at ADMM-Plus

Rajnath Singh, Singapore’s Chan Chun Sing discuss stronger India–Singapore defence cooperation at ADMM-Plus

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Singaporean counterpart, Chan Chun Sing, in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday to discuss expanding and deepening defence cooperation between India and Singapore. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 19th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and

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Iran says deal possible through indirect talks with U.S., rules out direct negotiations

Iran says deal possible through indirect talks with U.S., rules out direct negotiations

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Tehran remains open to reaching an agreement with the United States through indirect negotiations but has no interest in engaging directly with Washington. Speaking in an interview with Qatar’s Al Jazeera released on Saturday, Araghchi reiterated

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Russia condemns U.S. for excessive military force in Caribbean counter-narcotics operations

Russia condemns U.S. for excessive military force in Caribbean counter-narcotics operations

Russia has issued a strong condemnation of the United States over what it calls the “excessive use of military force” during counter-narcotics operations in the Caribbean. In a statement published on the Russian Foreign Ministry’s website, spokesperson Maria Zakharova criticized Washington’s actions as

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Three killed, five injured as truck overturns in Helmand province, Afghanistan

Three killed, five injured as truck overturns in Helmand province, Afghanistan

At least three people, including a woman, were killed and five others injured when a truck overturned in southern Afghanistan’s Helmand province, local officials confirmed on Saturday. The incident occurred on the outskirts of Police District 10 in Lashkar Gah city, the provincial

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Personal finance insights: News & Features

Personal finance insights: News & Features

By: Dr K C Gupta, YBB Personal Finance CONTRARIAN INDICATORS AAII Bull-Bear Spread -5.8% (below average)CNN Fear & Greed Index 33 (fear)NYSE %Above 50-dMA 52.79% (positive)?% ()SP500 %Above 50-dMA 53.00% (positive) ICI Fund Allocations (Cumulative), 8/31/25OEFs & ETFs: Stocks 61.38%, Hybrids 4.13%, Bonds

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आंध्र प्रदेश की आराधना यात्रा: तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर से आरंभ होती भक्ति की नई कथा

आंध्र प्रदेश की आराधना यात्रा: तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर से आरंभ होती भक्ति की नई कथा

IndoUS Tribune की “यात्रा और दर्शन” श्रृंखला की वृंदावन यात्रा सफलतापूर्वक पूर्ण हो चुकी है। श्रीकृष्ण और राधा रानी की पावन नगरी के दिव्य मंदिरों के दर्शन के पश्चात् अब हम एक नई आध्यात्मिक श्रृंखला की शुरुआत कर रहे हैं — भारत के प्रसिद्ध और पूजनीय मंदिरों की यात्रा।इस नई यात्रा का आरंभ हम आंध्र प्रदेश के पवित्र मंदिरों से कर रहे हैं, जहाँ भक्ति, स्थापत्य और परंपरा का अद्भुत संगम देखने को मिलता है। श्रृंखला के प्रथम पड़ाव में हम दर्शन करेंगे तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर (तिरुपति) के — जहाँ भगवान श्री वेंकटेश्वर (श्री बालाजी) की दिव्य उपस्थिति हर भक्त के हृदय को श्रद्धा, भक्ति और समर्पण से भर देती है।हम आपको आमंत्रित करते हैं कि हमारे साथ जुड़े रहें और इस पवित्र यात्रा में भारत की महान धार्मिक विरासत, आध्यात्मिक ऊँचाइयों और भक्ति की गहराइयों का अनुभव करें। तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर का परिचय आंध्र प्रदेश के तिरुमला पर्वत पर स्थित तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर विश्व के सबसे प्रसिद्ध और धनवान मंदिरों में से एक है। यह मंदिर भगवान विष्णु के अवतार श्री वेंकटेश्वर स्वामी (जिन्हें बालाजी, गोविंदा और श्रीनिवास के नाम से भी जाना जाता है) को समर्पित है।माना जाता है कि भगवान विष्णु ने कलयुग के कष्टों से मानवता को मुक्ति दिलाने के लिए इसी स्थान पर अवतार लिया था, इसलिए इस स्थान को “कलियुग वैकुंठ” कहा जाता है और भगवान को “कलियुग प्रत्यक्ष दैवम्” कहा जाता है। यह मंदिर आंध्र प्रदेश सरकार के अंतर्गत आने वाले तिरुमला तिरुपति देवस्थानम (TTD) द्वारा संचालित होता है, जो लाखों श्रद्धालुओं की सेवा में दिन-रात तत्पर रहता है। सात पहाड़ियों पर बसा दिव्य धाम तिरुमला पर्वत श्रृंखला शेषाचलम पहाड़ियों का हिस्सा है, जो समुद्र तल से लगभग 853 मीटर की ऊँचाई पर स्थित है। इन पहाड़ियों में सात शिखर हैं, जो आदि शेष नाग के सात सिरों का प्रतीक माने जाते हैं।मंदिर इन सात शिखरों में से सातवें शिखर वेंकटाद्रि पर स्थित है, जिसके समीप श्री स्वामी पुष्करिणी नामक पवित्र सरोवर है। इसलिए इसे “सात पहाड़ियों का मंदिर” भी कहा जाता है। मंदिर का इतिहास और स्थापत्य कला तिरुपति मंदिर की स्थापना प्राचीन थोंडमन राजवंश के शासनकाल में हुई थी, जिसे बाद में चोल, पांड्य और विजयनगर साम्राज्य के राजाओं ने विकसित किया।माना जाता है कि मंदिर का निर्माण कार्य तीसरी शताब्दी ईस्वी के आसपास प्रारंभ हुआ था और इसे द्रविड़ शैली में बनाया गया है।मुख्य गर्भगृह को आनंद निलयम् कहा जाता है, जहाँ भगवान वेंकटेश्वर पूर्व दिशा की ओर मुख किए खड़े हैं। मंदिर में पूजा वैखानस आगम परंपरा के अनुसार होती है। यह मंदिर 108 दिव्य देशमों में से एक है और 75वें दिव्य देशम के रूप में प्रसिद्ध है। यह उन आठ विष्णु स्वयंभू स्थलों में भी शामिल है जहाँ भगवान स्वयं प्रकट हुए। मंदिर की धार्मिक मान्यता और किंवदंतियाँ पुराणों के अनुसार, द्वापर युग में जब ऋषि भृगु ने भगवान विष्णु के वक्षस्थल पर लात मारी, तो देवी लक्ष्मी नाराज होकर पृथ्वी पर आ गईं। तब भगवान विष्णु ने श्रीनिवास रूप में अवतार लेकर तिरुमला पर्वत पर तपस्या की।बाद में देवी लक्ष्मी ने पद्मावती के रूप में जन्म लिया और दोनों का विवाह हुआ।माना जाता है कि विवाह के उपरांत भगवान श्रीनिवास (वेंकटेश्वर) ने मनुष्य जाति के उद्धार के लिए सदैव तिरुमला पर्वत पर निवास करने का व्रत लिया। तीर्थयात्रा और भक्तों की आस्था तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर विश्व के सबसे अधिक दर्शन किए जाने वाले तीर्थस्थलों में से एक है। हर वर्ष लगभग 2.4 करोड़ श्रद्धालु यहाँ दर्शन के लिए आते हैं।दैनिक औसत दर्शनार्थी संख्या 60,000 से अधिक होती है, जबकि ब्रह्मोत्सव, वैकुंठ एकादशी और दीपावली जैसे त्योहारों पर यह संख्या एक लाख से अधिक तक पहुँच जाती है। भक्त बालाजी को “कनिका” (दान) अर्पित करते हैं, और इन्हीं चढ़ावे के कारण यह मंदिर विश्व के सबसे समृद्ध धार्मिक स्थलों में गिना जाता है।यहाँ प्रतिदिन हजारों श्रद्धालुओं को अन्नप्रसादम् (मुफ़्त भोजन) वितरित किया जाता है, और मुण्डन संस्कार (बाल अर्पण) भी एक विशेष परंपरा के रूप में प्रचलित है। तिरुमला का सांस्कृतिक और आध्यात्मिक महत्व यह मंदिर केवल आस्था का केंद्र नहीं, बल्कि भारतीय स्थापत्य, संगीत और दर्शन की एक जीवंत धरोहर है।यहाँ के अनमाचार्य संकीर्तन, वैदिक परंपराएँ, और सप्तगिरी पर्वत श्रृंखला की प्राकृतिक छटा भक्तों को एक अलौकिक अनुभव प्रदान करती है। प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी सहित अनेक राष्ट्रीय और अंतरराष्ट्रीय नेता यहाँ आकर भगवान वेंकटेश्वर के दर्शन कर चुके हैं। तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर के दर्शन हमारी नई यात्रा का शुभारंभ है — एक ऐसी यात्रा जो हमें भारत की प्राचीन आस्था, मंदिर स्थापत्य और भक्ति परंपरा से जोड़ती है।IndoUS Tribune की ओर से हम आशा करते हैं कि इस श्रृंखला के माध्यम से आप भी इस दिव्य यात्रा का हिस्सा बनेंगे और भारतीय संस्कृति की अनमोल आध्यात्मिक धरोहर का अनुभव करेंगे।हमारे अगले पड़ाव में हम पहुंचेंगे श्रीकालहस्ती मंदिर (चित्तूर) — जहाँ भगवान शिव वायु तत्व के रूप में पूजित हैं।तब तक के लिए, भगवान वेंकटेश्वर की कृपा और आशीर्वाद आपके जीवन में सुख-समृद्धि और शांति लेकर आए — यही शुभकामना।

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Skokie proclaims October as Hindu Heritage Month, honoring unity, diversity, and nonviolence

Skokie proclaims October as Hindu Heritage Month, honoring unity, diversity, and nonviolence

By: Dr Avi Verma The Village of Skokie joined communities across the United States in officially proclaiming October as Hindu Heritage Month, recognizing the cultural, philosophical, and spiritual contributions of the Hindu community. The proclamation, initiated through the efforts of the Hindu American Foundation (HAF),

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Illinois Senate Race 2026: Democrats battle for Durbin’s seat as Republicans seek to rebuild

Illinois Senate Race 2026: Democrats battle for Durbin’s seat as Republicans seek to rebuild

By: Dr Avi VermaWith Senator Dick Durbin announcing his retirement after more than four decades in Congress, the race to fill Illinois’s U.S. Senate seat in 2026 has quickly become one of the most closely watched contests in the nation. The primary election

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गीता स्वाध्याय- मेरी समझ से, चौहदवाँ अध्याय

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By: Rajendra Kapil अब हम इस गीता शृंखला के चौहदवें सोपान पर आ पहुँचे हैं. यह अध्याय हमें जीवन में उपस्थित गुणों एवं स्वभावों के बारे में विस्तृत जानकारी देता है. हममें से कुछ लोग बड़े सात्विक स्वभाव के होते हैं. कुछ और

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Kadva Patidar Samaj of Chicago celebrates Diwali 2025 with joy, light, and community spirit

Kadva Patidar Samaj of Chicago celebrates Diwali 2025 with joy, light, and community spirit

By: Jayanti Oza The Kadva Patidar Samaj (KPS) of Chicago celebrated its Annual Diwali Celebration on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Crystal Palace Banquets in Mt. Prospect, Illinois. The grand event brought together over 300 KPS families and friends, filling the hall with light, laughter, and

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Chicago INDO-US Lions continue 11 years of environmental service with Illinois youth

Chicago INDO-US Lions continue 11 years of environmental service with Illinois youth

The Chicago INDO-US Lions Club, in collaboration with LEU, the East Leyden Service Club, and the East Leyden Asian American Affinity Group, successfully organized another impactful Environmental Community Service Project, marking the club’s 11th consecutive year of environmental service with Illinois youth. The event, held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM in

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Celebrating Hindu Heritage Month 2025

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By: Dr Avi Verma Honoring faith, culture, and global contributions October 2025 marks a historic and joyous occasion for Hindus worldwide, as communities across the globe celebrate Hindu Heritage Month. In the United States, the Mayor of Chicago, along with governors of numerous states,

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Bartlett’s BAPS Mandir glows with Diwali spirit of unity and faith

Bartlett’s BAPS Mandir glows with Diwali spirit of unity and faith

Festival of lights brings together culture, compassion, and community service By: Vandana Jhingan & Prachi Jaitly The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Bartlett, Illinois, illuminated with devotion and joy as hundreds gathered to celebrate Diwali, the sacred Festival of Lights. The event invited the broader community to

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Governor Gulab Chand Kataria graces ‘Operation Sindoor Cricket Cup 2025’ at Panjab University

Governor Gulab Chand Kataria graces ‘Operation Sindoor Cricket Cup 2025’ at Panjab University

By: Vandana Jhingan The spirit of patriotism and youth empowerment filled the grounds of Panjab University, Chandigarh, as Hon’ble Governor of Punjab Shri Gulab Chand Kataria Ji presided as the Chief Guest on the second day of the “Operation Sindoor Cricket Cup 2025.” The three-day tournament celebrates the

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Measles cases surge across the U.S.: How to keep your child and family safe

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By: Dr. Avi Verma Measles, once eliminated in the United States in 2000, is re-emerging as a serious public health concern. Reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that, as of April 2025, there have been 800 confirmed cases across 25 states,

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Cyprus FM backs India’s zero-tolerance approach to terrorism

Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Thursday expressed strong support for India’s zero-tolerance policy on terrorism, emphasizing that it must apply not only to perpetrators but also to those who support and finance extremist activities. During his meeting with External Affairs Minister S.

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Jaishankar, Cyprus FM Kombos discuss roadmap to implement India-Cyprus Joint Action Plan 2025–2029

Jaishankar, Cyprus FM Kombos discuss roadmap to implement India-Cyprus Joint Action Plan 2025–2029

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday met visiting Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos in New Delhi to review the implementation of the India-Cyprus Joint Action Plan 2025–2029, which aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation in defence, trade, technology, and innovation. The two ministers

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India says Pakistan ‘infuriated’ as Afghanistan asserts sovereignty amid cross-border tensions

India says Pakistan ‘infuriated’ as Afghanistan asserts sovereignty amid cross-border tensions

India on Thursday accused Pakistan of being “infuriated” by Afghanistan’s exercise of sovereignty and criticised Islamabad for treating cross-border terrorism with apparent impunity, as regional tensions escalate following failed talks and recent military encounters. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told reporters

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South Korea’s President Lee, Japan’s PM Takaichi hold first summit to strengthen ties

South Korea’s President Lee, Japan’s PM Takaichi hold first summit to strengthen ties

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their first summit on Thursday in Gyeongju, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) gathering, marking a significant step in Seoul-Tokyo diplomacy. The meeting — Takaichi’s

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Over 2,790 Indians deported from US in 2025 for illegal stay: MEA

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More than 2,790 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States this year after being found illegally residing in the country, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Thursday. The deportations followed thorough verification of their nationality and credentials by Indian

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