Shehbaz Sharif faces embarrassment at SCO Summit as Modi, Xi unite on terrorism
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif endured a string of embarrassing moments at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, where terrorism dominated discussions and India found strong support from China. Sharif, already remembered for his 2022 mishap with headphones during a meeting
Bonhomie on display as PM Modi, Putin ride together at SCO Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin showcased a rare display of camaraderie on Monday as they shared the same car en route to their bilateral meeting after the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. Their talks are expected to
US Justice Department launches probe into H-1B visa misuse under Trump administration
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has launched a fresh crackdown on the misuse of the H-1B visa program, urging American workers and companies to report cases where U.S. citizens are unfairly passed over in favor of foreign hires. Harmeet Dhillon, the India-born
US appeals court strikes down Trump’s reciprocal tariffs; President vows Supreme Court battle
In a major legal blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, a federal appeals court has struck down most of his administration’s global reciprocal tariffs, ruling that the President lacked the legal authority to impose them. The three-judge panel found that Trump’s use of
PM Modi urges Japanese Governors to partner in India’s growth story
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met with governors from 16 prefectures in Japan, inviting them to actively participate in “India’s growth story” by forging stronger partnerships with Indian states. The meeting highlighted the importance of the State-Prefecture Partnership Initiative, which seeks to
India emerges as Ukraine’s top diesel supplier despite US tariffs over Russian crude
India has overtaken other countries to become Ukraine’s largest diesel supplier, even as it faces steep U.S. tariffs over its continued imports of Russian crude, a new report revealed on Saturday. According to Ukrainian oil market analytics firm NaftoRynok, India accounted for 15.5%
Explained: Why Peter Navarro’s claims on India buying Russian oil don’t hold up
Former White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has accused India of bankrolling Russia’s war in Ukraine by buying discounted oil. However, Indian officials and experts say his claims misrepresent how the global energy market works. Navarro alleged in a series of posts on
Pakistan’s growing support to Rohingya militants raises security concerns in South Asia
Evidence points to Pakistan’s increasing involvement in supporting Rohingya armed groups in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, fueling concerns of regional instability under Bangladesh’s interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. The collapse of Myanmar’s central authority, rise of the Arakan Army, and continued displacement of
Modi’s first China visit in seven years seeks to reset India-China ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tianjin on Saturday to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, marking his first trip to China since 2018. The three-day visit (August 30–September 1) is being seen as a key opportunity to stabilise and possibly reset
Canada appoints Christopher Cooter as High Commissioner to India, signaling thaw in ties
Canada has appointed veteran diplomat Christopher Cooter as its new High Commissioner to India, a move widely seen as a step toward resetting strained relations between the two countries. The announcement comes ten months after both nations expelled each other’s top envoys amid
Afghanistan protests Pakistani drone strikes in Nangarhar and Khost
Afghanistan’s foreign ministry on Thursday summoned Pakistan’s ambassador in Kabul to protest what Taliban authorities described as Pakistani military strikes in Nangarhar and Khost provinces. The ministry condemned the overnight strikes, calling them a violation of Afghan sovereignty and a “blatant breach of
PM Modi sets 10 trillion yen Japan investment target for India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a major step in strengthening India-Japan relations, unveiling a 10-year roadmap that includes a target of 10 trillion yen ($65 billion) Japanese investment in India. Speaking after talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the
India and Japan vow deeper cooperation, stress technology–talent synergy
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday underlined that Japan’s advanced technology and India’s skilled human resources and vast market are natural complements, pledging to expand Tokyo’s investments in India and strengthen bilateral ties. Speaking at a joint press conference with Prime Minister
FIA Chicago since 1980 makes history with Tiranga legacy, sparking patriotic shift beyond Bollywood
By: Dr. Avi Verma The story of India’s Independence Day celebrations in the United States is, in many ways, the story of the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of Chicago. Since the early 1980s, FIA Chicago has set the tone for how the
Devotional legend Lakhbir Singh Lakha’s U.S. tour ‘Mela Maiya Da’ expands to Indiana and St. Louis, turning Chowkis into spiritual festivals
By: Dr Avi Verma Following the resounding success of Chowkis in Dallas, Virginia, Chicago, and Boston, legendary bhajan singer Lakhbir Singh Lakha continues to spread waves of devotion across the United States. With the latest stops in Indiana and St. Louis, Missouri, the ‘Mela
Gita Study – In my understanding, Chapter Nine
By: Rajendra Kapil The dialogue of the Bhagavad Gita in this chapter is so captivating that neither the listener feels satisfied, nor does the speaker get tired. That is why it is extremely dear to Arjuna and to devotees. In this chapter, Lord Krishna reveals
Integrative medicine: Where modern science meets ancient wisdom
By: Dr. Avi Verma For centuries, Indian and South Asian traditions have offered holistic ways to heal the body, calm the mind, and nurture the spirit. Practices such as Ayurveda, yoga, and meditation have long emphasized balance, prevention, and harmony with nature. Today,
वृंदावन: दसवाँ पड़ाव–जयपुर मंदिर (गोविंद देव जी मंदिर)
IndoUSTribune की “यात्रा और दर्शन: वृंदावन मंदिर” श्रृंखला में आपका पुनः स्वागत है! कृष्ण नगरी वृंदावन की इस आध्यात्मिक यात्रा के दसवें पड़ाव पर हम आपको लेकर चल रहे हैं जयपुर मंदिर,जिसे गोविंद देव जी मंदिर के नाम से भी जाना जाता है। यह मंदिर अपनी भव्यता, इतिहास और अद्भुत आध्यात्मिक आभा के कारण विशेष स्थान रखता है। मंदिर और स्थान गोविंद देव जी मंदिर, वृंदावन का एक प्रमुख मंदिर है, जो राधा-कृष्ण को समर्पित है।यह मंदिर 18वीं शताब्दी में जयपुर नरेश महाराजा सवाई जय सिंह द्वितीय द्वारा बनवाया गया था।बाद में, उन्हीं के प्रयासों से वृंदावन से भगवान गोविंद देव जी की प्रतिमा जयपुर लाई गई, जहाँ आज भी लाखों भक्त उनके दर्शन करते हैं। इतिहास और किंवदंती किंवदंती है कि भगवान श्रीकृष्ण के प्रपौत्र वज्रनाभ ने कृष्ण के स्वरूप की तीन प्रतिमाएँ बनवाई थीं। इनमें से एक प्रतिमा, जो उनके मुखमंडल का प्रतीक है, आज गोविंद देव जी के नाम से जानी जाती है। यही प्रतिमा वृंदावन से जयपुर लाई गई थी। गोविंद देव जी मंदिर का एक और ऐतिहासिक महत्व यह है कि गौड़ीय वैष्णव परंपरा के महान दार्शनिक बलदेव विद्याभूषण ने यहीं गोविंदा भाष्य की रचना की थी। स्थापत्य और गौरव मंदिर का सत्संग हाल गिनीज वर्ल्ड रिकॉर्ड में दर्ज है, क्योंकि यह दुनिया की सबसे चौड़ी बिना स्तंभ वाली कंक्रीट इमारत है।15,800 वर्ग फीट में फैला यह हाल एक साथ 5,000 भक्तों को समा सकता है। पूजा और परंपराएँ मंदिर में प्रतिदिन सात आरतियाँ और भोग अर्पित किए जाते हैं।मंगला आरती से लेकर शयन आरती तक, हर आरती में भक्त बड़ी संख्या में शामिल होते हैं।जन्माष्टमी, राधाष्टमी और होली जैसे पर्वों पर मंदिर का वातावरण अलौकिक हो जाता है। प्रबंधन मंदिर के महंत आंजन कुमार गोस्वामी कई दशकों से इसकी आध्यात्मिक और प्रशासनिक व्यवस्था देख रहे हैं। उनकी अगुवाई में न केवल परंपरागत सेवा प्रणाली को संजोया गया है, बल्कि लाइव दर्शन जैसी आधुनिक सुविधाएँ भी उपलब्ध कराई गई हैं। निष्कर्ष जयपुर मंदिर, वृंदावन की आस्था, इतिहास और स्थापत्य का अद्वितीय संगम है। यहाँ का हर दर्शन भक्तों को कृष्ण भक्ति और राधा-कृष्ण के दिव्य प्रेम से जोड़ देता है। IndoUS Tribune की “यात्रा और दर्शन” श्रृंखला में यह दसवाँ पड़ाव था। हमारी अगली कड़ी में, हम आपको वृंदावन के भव्य रंगाजी मंदिर की यात्रा पर लेकर चलेंगे। तब तक के लिए, श्री गोविंद देव जी की कृपा आप पर बनी रहे — यही शुभकामना।
Krishnamoorthi sharpens national profile with challenge to Trump policies amid Senate speculation
By: Dr Avi Verma Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) has intensified his criticism of the Trump Administration, positioning himself as a prominent Democratic voice on health care, food security, national security, and foreign policy. The moves come as speculation grows over a possible Senate
Music, dance, and tradition to take center stage at Kala Utsav 2025 in Naperville
By: Dr. Avi Verma The Consulate General of India in Chicago is inviting the community to come together for Kala Utsav 2025, a vibrant cultural festival taking place on Sunday, August 31, at the Yellow Box in Naperville. The evening will showcase India’s rich