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

IndoUS Tribune, 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 South

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

By: Vandana Jhingan Illinois politics is entering a rare moment of transition. For decades, the state’s federal delegation has been defined by long-serving figures whose influence extended far beyond Springfield and Chicago. With the retirement of Dick Durbin and the decision of Jan Schakowsky

By: Vandana Jhingan The Foundation of Indian-Americans – New England (FIA–NE) hosted a vibrant International Women’s Day celebration atop Boston’s iconic Prudential Center, honoring the achievements of women leaders across healthcare, entrepreneurship, wellness, arts, and community service. The event, hosted and moderated by

The Chicago Board of Elections held a press conference Thursday morning to highlight expanded language assistance available to voters ahead of the March 17 primary election, emphasizing resources for residents with limited English proficiency. The event took place at the new Chicago Voter

By: Vandana Jhingan The Chicago Indo US Lions Club in partnership with Pearl Banquets successfully hosted a major Business Networking Event on February 28, 2026, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, community volunteers, sponsors, and civic representatives for an evening focused on collaboration and professional growth. Organized to strengthen

In a landmark achievement for the global Sikh community, Iowa has officially become the 21st state in the United States to include Sikhism in its K–12 social studies curriculum — a move widely celebrated as a major step toward recognition, representation, and inclusion.

By: Vandana Jhingan In a historic cultural moment for the state, the first bust of Mahatma Gandhi was unveiled at the prestigious Mike Mansfield Center at the University of Montana in Missoula. The unveiling ceremony was jointly led by Greg Gianforte, Governor of the state of Montana, and the Consul General

Strengthening academic and cultural ties between India and the United States, the Consulate inaugurated an “India Corner” at the Illinois Institute of Technology as part of its initiative to establish similar spaces across Midwest universities. The Consulate donated a diverse collection of books

By: Dr Avi Verma Congressional candidate Bushra Amiwala used a televised debate on FOX 32 Chicago to sharply criticize the influence of “dark money” in politics and call for the abolition of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), drawing clear contrasts with her

By: Dr. Avi VermaWhen Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union–style address, the messaging wasunmistakably domestic: affordability, border enforcement, anti-fraud crackdowns, anddeclarations of economic strength. The speech was calibrated for American votersnavigating inflation anxieties, housing pressures, and political polarization.But for India, such

A wave of outrage has swept through the global Hindu community following controversial remarks targeting the 90-foot statue of Lord Hanuman at the Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple in Sugar Land. The towering Hanuman murti, unveiled in 2024, stands among the tallest Hindu statues in

India’s Consul General in New York, Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, held an in-depth interaction with a delegation from BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, led by Sadhu Nilkanthsevadas Swami, highlighting the growing role of spiritual and cultural institutions in strengthening India–United States ties. The discussions