Agra-born Arvinder Bahal to fly on Blue Origin’s next space mission
Arvinder Singh Bahal, an Indian-origin real estate investor born in Agra, is set to fly to the edge of space aboard Blue Origin’s next suborbital mission. Now a naturalized U.S. citizen, Bahal will be part of the six-member crew on Blue Origin’s 14th
5.4-magnitude earthquake hits off Russia’s Kamchatka coast days after massive 8.7 quake
A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the eastern coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Saturday at 1106 GMT, according to the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences. The quake’s epicenter was located at 51.63°N latitude and 159.47°E longitude, at a shallow depth of 10
South Korean foreign minister meets US lawmakers after tariff deal
South Korea’s Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held high-level meetings with US senators and White House officials in Washington this week to reinforce the bilateral alliance and discuss regional security issues, including North Korea’s nuclear threat. The meetings came just days after Seoul and
US deports 39 Bangladeshis amid Trump’s mass immigration crackdown
The United States has deported 39 Bangladeshi nationals, including one woman, as part of an intensified crackdown on undocumented immigrants. The group arrived in Dhaka on Saturday aboard a US C-17 military aircraft, according to officials at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Local media
Turkey deepens defence, Islamist links in Bangladesh post-Hasina era
The political vacuum in Bangladesh following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024 is providing fertile ground for Turkey to expand its strategic and ideological footprint in South Asia. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is capitalizing on the situation, aligning with Pakistan’s ISI
KADVA Patidar Samaj Chicago hosts spirited 5K Walkathon and family picnic
By: Jayanti OzaThe KADVA Patidar Samaj (KPS) Chicago brought together its members for a vibrant day of fitness, food, and family fun at the scenic Busse Woods Forest Preserve last month. The day began with a 5K Walkathon at Grove 5, where 45 enthusiastic KPS
A Gut Reaction: Revolutionary Discovery Links Gut Bacteria Molecule to Heart Disease
By: Dr Avi Verma In a groundbreaking revelation that could reshape cardiovascular medicine, Spanish scientists have identified a simple molecule produced by gut bacteria that directly causes atherosclerosis—a condition responsible for millions of deaths annually due to heart attacks and strokes. Published in Nature, this landmark study
India urged to boost ‘Made in India’ brand as US tariffs bite: SBI report
The recent imposition of a 25% tariff with penalties on Indian exports to the U.S. is a “bad business decision,” but global supply chains are likely to self-correct over time, according to an SBI Research report released Friday. Indian firms should seize this
Canada responds to US tariff hike, reaffirms commitment to CUSMA
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday expressed disappointment over the United States’ decision to raise tariffs on Canadian goods from 25% to 35% but reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). The tariff hike, signed into effect by President Donald
South Korea, US top diplomats hold first talks after trade agreement
In their first official meeting since the inauguration of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung last month, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held high-level talks in Washington on Thursday. The discussions come amid key alliance priorities including
South Korea, US reaffirm full commitment to North Korea denuclearisation
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed their “resolute” commitment to the complete denuclearisation of North Korea and strict enforcement of international sanctions during their first meeting in Washington since the launch of the Lee Jae
North Korea criticizes US-Japan alliance as nuclear threat, defends arms buildup
North Korea has strongly criticized the United States and Japan for transforming their military partnership into what it calls a “dangerous nuclear alliance,” arguing that the move justifies Pyongyang’s continued weapons development. In a commentary published by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA),
Vedic Wellness International University brings cultural and spiritual vibrancy to Streamwood
By: Jayanti OzaNestled in the quiet suburb of Streamwood, Illinois, the Vedic Wellness International University (IUVW) has emerged as a vibrant center for wellness, culture, and learning. On July 29, 2025, news media journalist Jayanti Oza toured the institution at the invitation of
FIA-Chicago and Hindu Mahotsav Group host vibrant summer picnic celebrating Indian culture and unity
By: Staff Writer, IndoUS Tribune The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA-Chicago), in partnership with the Chicago Hindu Mahotsav Group NFP, hosted a joyful summer picnic on a warm Sunday, bringing together over 150 community members for a day filled with cultural celebration, music,
FIA, city officials finalize logistics for India Independence Day Parade on Devon Avenue
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA Since 1980) convened with City of Chicago officials on Friday to finalize preparations for the upcoming India Independence Day Parade on Devon Avenue. The planning session, hosted by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE),
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Delta Airlines Co-Pilot Arrested at San Francisco Airport by ICE Agents
San Francisco, CA: Federal agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), a division of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), arrested a Delta Airlines co-pilot upon landing at San Francisco International Airport on Saturday. The arrest was carried out in connection with charges related
Shreemad Bhagwat Gita – As I understand Chapter Seven: The yoga of renunciation of action
Ask ChatGPT Gita study – in my understanding, chapter seven Ask ChatGPT By: Rajendra Kapil This chapter begins with Lord Krishna’s discourse on the Yoga of Knowledge and Wisdom (Jnana–Vijnana Yoga). That is why it is often referred to as the essence of
Congressman Krishnamoorthi champions justice, honors veterans, and advances education reform
By: Staff Writer, IndoUS Tribune Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) continued a packed week of legislative and community action with major developments spanning criminal justice, military recognition, and higher education reform. From blocking clemency for a convicted sex trafficker to awarding a Vietnam veteran
Publisher’s note: Tariffs, trust, and the tightrope of Indo–U.S. trade
By: Dr. Avi Verma Former President Donald Trump’s abrupt declaration of a 25% blanket tariff on Indian imports has sent ripples through diplomatic circles, financial markets, and strategic corridors alike. For a bilateral relationship long hailed as one of natural allies, the move