Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago gathers over 500 devotees for Tulsi Vivah celebration in Bensenville
By: Jayanti Oza The Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago (BSC) brought together more than five hundred community members for its annual Tulsi Vivah celebration at Manav Seva Mandir in Bensenville. The event, held on November 2, 2025, offered an enriching blend of devotion, cultural
India AI Impact Summit 2026: Seattle hosts first U.S. curtain-raiser with lawmakers and tech leaders
By: Vandana Jhingan The Consulate General of India in Seattle launched the first international curtain-raiser for the India AI Impact Summit 2026, bringing together senior U.S. lawmakers and leading technology executives for an in-depth briefing on India’s growing artificial intelligence ecosystem. The session,
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi blasts Senate budget deal, citing threat to health care affordability; presses Trump administration for transparency in Epstein investigation
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), a senior member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, issued a series of strong statements this week sharply criticizing the Senate’s newly passed government funding agreement and raising fresh demands for accountability in the ongoing investigation into the
MAFS marks 33 years of service with a vibrant multicultural gala in Naperville
By: Jayanti Oza Metropolitan Asian Family Services (MAFS) celebrated its thirty-third year of service with a grand Annual Gala at The Matrix Club in Naperville. More than eight hundred guests representing Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Middle Eastern, European, and Hispanic communities gathered with elected
India bids farewell to financial luminary and community pillar R. L. Kabra
By: Arun Mundra India has lost one of its most respected financial thinkers and community leaders with the passing of CA Rameshwar Lal Kabra, Founder and Chairman of R Kabra & Co. LLP. Widely known as R. L. Kabra, he shaped India’s taxation
Hedgewar biography sparks dialogue during Dr. Sachin Nandha’s U.S. campus tour
By: Rakesh Malhotra, Prachi Jaitly Hindu YUVA USA hosted scholar and author Dr. Sachin Nandha for a multi-campus United States lecture tour in October as he discussed his acclaimed book, ‘Hedgewar: A Definitive Biography.’ The sessions took place across major American universities and
‘Wall of unity’ honoring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel unveiled at Indian consulate in Seattle
By: Vandana Jhingan On the occasion of Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), the Consulate General of India in Seattle unveiled a striking new installation — the “Wall of Unity” — paying tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s Iron Man and the architect of national integration. The ceremony
Rajasthanis of Chicago celebrate Diwali Milan Gala with splendor and spirit
The Chicago Association of Rajasthanis in America (ARA) celebrated its annual Rajasthani Diwali Milan Gala Dinnerwith great enthusiasm and joy at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glen Ellyn/Lombard this past Saturday. The event turned into a spectacular evening filled with laughter, color, and the
Historic reopening of Vivekananda Spiritual Center at HTGC followed by Bhajan Sandhya
The Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago (HTGC) celebrated a momentous occasion with the historic reopening of the Vivekananda Spiritual Center (VSC) on October 19, 2025, marking a new chapter of spiritual renewal and community service. The celebration continued with a soul-stirring Bhajan Sandhya held on November 2, 2025, that
Federation of Indian Associations Chicago celebrates Diwali with community spirit, announces 2026 executive team
By: IndoUS Tribune Staff The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) Chicago marked Diwali—the Festival of Lights—with a festive blend of tradition, music, and community unity at its Annual Board Meeting and Diwali Gala held at the Crowne Plaza Chicago SW, Burr Ridge. Themed “Sitare
Krishnamoorthi escalates pressure on Trump over China rights abuses, rising anti-Hindu sentiment and UK cooperation in Epstein probe
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi issued a series of sharp appeals to the Trump administration this week, warning that a weakening of democratic values at home and abroad is creating new risks for American security and vulnerable communities. On Monday, as Ranking Member of the
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),
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
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
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
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
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
Trump marks Diwali at White House, showcases billions in Indian-American business investments
By: IndoUS Tribune Staff In a vibrant celebration of the Hindu festival of lights, President Donald Trump hosted top Indian-American business leaders and administration officials at the White House on Tuesday to mark Diwali, one of India’s most cherished holidays symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. The
MyPinkHealth global wellness and cultural collaboration strengthens Indo–U.S. partnership
By: Ashwani Mahajan The 2nd Annual Beautiful Minds Pink Saree 5K & Wellness Expo brought together dignitaries, survivors, and youth leaders from across Illinois and India in a vibrant celebration of women’s wellness, mental health, and cultural unity. Organized under the #MyPinkHealth global initiative, the event reaffirmed
Diwali 2025 shines bright with ‘The Epic of Ramayan’ at the International University of Vedic Wellness, Chicago
By: Jayanti Oza The International University of Vedic Wellness (IUVW) in Streamwood, Illinois, marked Diwali 2025 with a spectacular celebration that brought together over 400 members of the Chicago community. The evening’s centerpiece was an awe-inspiring dance drama, ‘The Epic of Ramayan,’ presented by Gauri Jog’s Indian Dance School in collaboration