By: Ashwani Mahajan The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) Chicago celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day and America’s 250th Independence anniversary with a vibrant community gathering attended by community leaders, sponsors and hundreds of families. The celebration opened with the national anthems of India

By: Dr Avi Verma The Indian American community in Chicagoland marked India’s 80th Independence Day with an evening of patriotism, cultural pride and remembrance at the International University of Vedic Wellness. Organized by the Global Indian Diaspora Foundation, the celebration also commemorated the

By: Vandana Jhingan The Embassy of India in Washington, D.C. marked India’s 80th Independence Day with a flag-hoisting ceremony at India House on August 15, bringing together members of the Indian diaspora and friends of India. Ambassador of India to the United States Shri Vinay Kwatra hoisted the

Governors, members of Congress and local leaders recognize India’s independence and the contributions of Indian Americans across the region By: Vandana JhinganIndia’s 80th Independence Day brought an unusually broad display of recognition from political and civic leaders across the Pacific Northwest, with governors, members

By: Jayanti Oza The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA)-Chicago organized its second Tricolor Car Rally in Schaumburg as part of the Indian-American community’s celebrations marking India’s Independence Day. Nearly 50 decorated vehicles participated in the rally, carrying the Indian and American flags. Families and community members joined

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, has invited applications from young members of the Indian diaspora for the 89th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP), a flagship initiative designed to connect overseas Indian youth with their ancestral roots while giving

The Chicago Indo-US Lions Club, in partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, healthcare professionals, the U.S. Army, Sewa USA, community organizations and volunteers, has reached more than 1,000 Illinois families through a statewide series of Mega Health, Wellness and Back-to-School Outreach

By: Dr Avi Verma What began as a small civic-tech experiment by an engineering student quickly became a nationwide anti-corruption phenomenon—and then disappeared almost as quickly. Bribes.fyi, a website that allowed citizens to anonymously report alleged demands for bribes by government officials, has

By: Vandana Jhingan  The Gateway of Grace cultural celebration brought together community leaders, families, artists, young performers and interfaith representatives at Logan University in Chesterfield for an evening celebrating unity, service, cultural understanding and compassion. Organized by the Dr. Chandra Bhanu Satpathy Humanitarian Community Development

The Indian-American community in the Chicago area is mourning the passing of Kala Oza, beloved wife of longtime Chicago news media journalist and photographer Jayanti Oza. She was 79. Kala Oza passed away on August 8, 2026, at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield following a sudden

Statewide health and back-to-school outreach provides free screenings, medical consultations and essential school resources The Chicago Indo-US Lions Club, in partnership with healthcare providers, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, the U.S. Army, Sewa USA, community organizations and volunteers, has reached more than

Members of the Indian community in Naperville came together to celebrate Raksha Bandhan with local firefighters, highlighting the festival’s message of family, protection and community bonds. The celebration was held in partnership with Balagokulam Naperville Aurora and brought community members together with firefighters from the

By: Ashwani Mahajan Hundreds of members of the Punjabi American community gathered at Aashyana Banquets in Downers Grove for “Teeyan Da Mela 2026,” a celebration of Punjabi culture, women, music and community organized by the Punjabi American Organization (PAO). The annual-style cultural gathering

By: Dr. Mohan Kumar (former ambassador) It is creditable that the Government of India has set for itself and the nation a crucial goal: That India should become Viksit Bharat by 2047, which would be the one hundredth year anniversary of India’s independence. While

By: Ashwani Mahajan The Punjabi community across the Midwest came together to celebrate Punjabi Maa Boli Day, reaffirming its commitment to preserving the Punjabi language, literature, and cultural heritage for future generations. The event brought together writers, poets, scholars, community leaders, and families in

By: Ashwani Mahajan Renowned Vedic scholar Dr. Suniti Acharya delivered an inspiring address at a gathering organized by Arya Samaj Chicago, highlighting the importance of Vedic values, character building, mental discipline, and self-awareness in today’s fast-paced world. Speaking to the congregation, Dr. Acharya focused on the

By: Ambassador Anil Trigunayat, Former Ambassador of India to Jordan, Libya and Malta India and Africa have a historic and umbilical relationship. It makes a good talking point during speeches but will need an objective assessment of the extent and depth of our

By: Gurjit Singh, former Ambassador and author Growing competition in outer space provides India with a unique opportunity to shape a narrative in which collaboration, rather than confrontation, drives space exploration. Recognised as a trustworthy and cost-effective spacefaring nation, India is now well