By: Jayanti Oza The Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago (HTGC) marked Shri Rama Navami with immense devotion and cultural splendor from March 26 to March 29, 2026, drawing over 1,200 devotees from across the Chicagoland area for a spiritually enriching celebration. The festivities

By: Dr. Avi Verma Photos by: Ramesh Punatar The Sindhi Association of Metropolitan Chicago celebrated Chetichand, the Sindhi New Year, with great fervor and cultural pride at Ashyana Banquet on March 22, 2026. The vibrant gathering brought together families and community members for an

By: Jayanti Oza | IndoUS Tribune The Kali Bari Mandir hosted a spiritually uplifting Kumari Puja (Kanya Puja) on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navaratri Ashtami, drawing around 150 devotees from across the community. The sacred ceremony, organized under the guidance of priest Nagabhushan Deekshit, celebrated the

By: Jayanti Oza The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA-Chicago), established in 1980, successfully conducted its Annual General Council Meeting, followed by elections and key appointments.  The program began with a welcome address by FIA President Hemant Patel, who outlined the organization’s mission and

By: Jayanti Oza The State Bank of India (SBI Chicago) hosted a successful “Customer Connect” seminar at the National India Hub in Schaumburg, spotlighting its zero balance checking and savings accounts along with competitive remittance rates for the Indian American community. Led by SBI

By: Dr. Avi Verma A major healthcare shake-up is unfolding in the Chicago area, as safety-net hospitals under Indian-origin ownership face mounting operational and financial pressures. West Suburban Medical Center in Oak Park is now under intense scrutiny following the earlier closure of

By: Dr. Avi Verma The Rajasthan Association of Chicago brought the colors and traditions of Rajasthan to life as it celebrated the festival of Gangaur on Saturday at a clubhouse in Naperville. The event saw enthusiastic participation from more than 50 women, along

By: Jayanti Oza The Chicago Kali Bari Temple hosted its annual Holi Color Festival on March 8, 2026, in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, drawing more than 400 devotees and visitors who gathered from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate the festival of colors

By: Vandana Jhingan Mahamahopadhyaya Dr. Bhadreshdas Swami of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha has been awarded the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award 2025 by the Government of India for his Sanskrit work ‘Prasthanachatushtaye Brahmaghosha’, marking a significant recognition of contemporary Sanskrit scholarship and Hindu philosophy. The work

By: Dr. Avi Verma Daniel Biss, Democratic nominee for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District, recently met with Hindu community leaders, Indian business owners, and civic representatives along Chicago’s Devon Avenue at Uru-Swati. The meeting focused on strengthening relationships with the Hindu community while emphasizing

By: IndoUS Tribune Staff The Chicago community is invited to an evening of music and philanthropy as Sheela Shah presents “Dhadkan,” a benefit concert in support of the Parkinson’s Foundation. Scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Avery Coonley School Auditorium, the event is being held

By: Dr. Avi Verma Every academic year in India begins with a familiar ritual: parents lining up to buy textbooks. What should be a routine purchase has evolved into a deeply flawed system marked by inflated pricing, restricted access, and institutional profiteering. Behind

By: Dr. Avi Verma The Hijra tradition is being hijacked — and India must act now India has long taken pride in preserving ancient traditions. Yet today, one of its most distinctive and historically significant communities—the Hijras—is facing a troubling transformation from reverence

The 2026 Illinois primary elections mark a transitional phase in the state’s political landscape. The retirement of Senator Dick Durbin after more than two decades in office, along with multiple open congressional seats, has reshaped the field, producing new candidates, shifting alliances, and

By: Dr. Avi Verma Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss has won the crowded Democratic primary for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District, securing the party’s nomination to replace longtime Representative Jan Schakowsky, who is retiring after more than 25 years in office. The March 17, 2026

By: Dr. Avi Verma Incumbent Governor J.B. Pritzker has secured the Democratic nomination for Illinois governor in the 2026 primary elections, running unopposed and positioning himself for a potential third term in office. His uncontested path underscores both Democratic unity and his continued

By: Dr Avi Verma Juliana Stratton’s decisive win in the 2026 Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate marks a significant moment in Illinois politics. The state’s lieutenant governor emerged victorious on March 17, 2026, defeating two veteran U.S. House members—Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly—in a crowded contest

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The editorial board of IndoUS Tribune, a publication widely read within the South Asian diaspora in the United States, announced the endorsements as part of its effort to encourage civic participation and informed voting among immigrant communities. Endorsement for U.S. Senate In its

IndoUS Tribune is a trusted and influential voice within the South Asian diaspora in the United States. In a short span, the publication has built a reputation for independent journalism, thoughtful analysis, and active engagement with civic and community issues that matter to