Indian Seniors of Chicago celebrate Diwali with musical festivities at Manav Seva Mandir
By: Jayanti Oza On October 26, 2024, the Indian Seniors of Chicago gathered to celebrate their annual Diwali function at the Manav Seva Mandir in Bensenville, Illinois. The festive event, attended by over 430 members and guests, featured a vibrant musical program and
The Village of Mount Prospect embraces cultural diversity with Diwali Awareness Day proclamation
By: Rakesh Malhotra The Village of Mount Prospect is reinforcing its commitment to cultural inclusivity by declaring November 1 Diwali Awareness Day. The proclamation, made by Mayor Paul Wm. Hoefert, honors Diwali, the Festival of Lights, which holds deep significance for Indian and
Dr. Krishnamurthy Subramanian outlines India’s economic vision at Chicago event
By: Vandana Jhingan In a recent event held at the Consulate in Chicago, Dr. Krishnamurthy Subramanian, India’s Executive Director at the IMF, presented insights from his book, INDIA@100 – Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse. Dr. Subramanian highlighted India’s potential to become the fastest-growing large economy
Kadwa Patidar Samaj celebrates Diwali 2024 with vibrant festivities in Chicago
By: Jayanti Oza The Kadwa Patidar Samaj (KPS) Chicago recently marked its annual Diwali celebration in grand fashion. The event took place at Atlantis Banquets in Arlington Heights, welcoming 350 families and friends of KPS members. Incumbent President Vijay Patel kicked off the
Consulate General of India in Chicago celebrates 9th Ayurveda Day
By: Vandana Jhingan The Consulate General of India in Chicago proudly hosted the 9th Ayurveda Day on October 25, 2024, celebrating the theme “Ayurveda: Innovation for Global Health,” as designated by the Ministry of AYUSH. The event attracted over 100 Ayurveda enthusiasts from
FIA-New England’s Grand Diwali Celebration unites community with music, service, and gratitude
By: Vandana Jhingan Last week, East Providence High School transformed into a vibrant hub of cultural celebration as the Foundation of Indian Americans – New England (FIA-NE) hosted its Grand Diwali Celebration. The event featured a spectacular concert by renowned singer Kailash Kher
Shreeji Dwar Haveli celebrates Sharad Poonam with energetic Garba, uniting hundreds in tradition and joy
By: Jayanti OzaShreeji Dwar Haveli hosted a vibrant Sharad Poonam Garba event, attracting hundreds of devotees to celebrate this cherished tradition. “Our tradition has been revived,” shared Mrs. Paragi Patel, reflecting the joy and unity felt throughout the gathering. The evening commenced with
Chicago INDO-US Lions Club and Illinois youth unite for Environmental Awareness Drive
In a dynamic show of community and environmental responsibility, the Chicago INDO-US Lions Club, in collaboration with Illinois schools, including Leyden High School, recently held an Environmental Awareness Drive on October 26, 2024. As shared by Hina Trivedi in an interview with IndoUS
IACA hosts heartwarming joint Diwali-Halloween celebration with Ray Graham Association
By: Avi Verma MD(h) Picture Credit: Ramesh Punatar USA Film ProductionIn a unique blend of cultural celebration, the Indian American Cultural Association (IACA) brought the spirit of both Diwali and Halloween to the Ray Graham Association (RGA) on Wednesday, October 23rd. Held at the Hanson
Illinois declares November 3rd as International Ramayan Day, several states embrace Diwali celebrations
Illinois has officially declared November 3rd as International Ramayan Day, honoring the epic’s cultural significance. Governor J.B. Pritzker expressed that this day is a celebration of the values embodied in the Ramayana, promoting unity and respect among diverse communities. In addition, several U.S.
Early voting begins in all Chicago wards ahead of November 5 presidential election
By: Vandana Jhingan Early voting for the November 5 presidential election is now in full swing across all 50 wards of Chicago, having started on October 21 and continuing until November 4. Voting locations are open on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00
India Development Service celebrates 50th anniversary with memorable gala
By: Prachi Jaitly India Development Service (IDS), a nonprofit organization based in Chicago that supports sustainable development initiatives in India, marked its 50th anniversary with a gala event on October 20, 2024, in Oakbrook, IL. The evening featured inspiring speeches, cultural performances, and reflections
Minnesota State Capitol hosts historic Diwali celebration with Lieutenant Governor
By: Vandana Jhingan On October 15, 2024, Indian Americans gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul to celebrate Diwali, an event attended by Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. This marked the second consecutive year of Diwali celebrations at the Capitol, aiming to establish
Bharat Ko Janiye online quiz launches fifth edition for Indian diaspora and foreign nationals
The Consulate General of India in Chicago has announced the launch of the 5th edition of the Bharat Ko Janiye (Know India) Quiz for 2024-25. This engaging initiative, organized by the Government of India, will take place from November 11 to December 10,
Thousands celebrate Navratri Garba at Bharatiya Seniors’ event in Chicago
By: Jayanti Oza The Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago held a nine-day Navratri Garba Mahotsav at the Rana Regan Center in Carol Stream, IL. More than 700 devotees participated, with around 1,500 attendees over the weekend celebrating the Navratri Mahotsav from the Chicago
First-ever Raavan Dahan marks Dushehra celebrations at Shree Ganesh Mandir, Devon Avenue
In a remarkable display of community spirit, Shree Ganesh Mandir on Devon Avenue, Chicago, celebrated its inaugural Raavan Dahan, bringing the Indian festival of Dushehra to life in Little India. This event marked a significant milestone for the local Indian community, concluding a
Hindu community celebrates heritage month with Shobha Yatra in Chicago
By Avatans Kumar On October 12, members of the Hindu community gathered at the iconic Art Institute of Chicago on Michigan Avenue for a Shobha Yatra to honor Hindu Heritage Month. The event coincided with Vijayadashami, an auspicious day marking the conclusion of
IndoUS Tribune condemns disruptive attempts to harm communal harmony in India
IndoUS Tribune strongly condemns recent incidents aimed at disrupting communal harmony in India, where individuals have made inflammatory remarks and actions that disrespect the deep religious sentiments of Hindus. Such incidents are not only harmful to interfaith relations but also foster a divisive
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthy Joins Thousands in Celebrating Day 3 of Chicago Hindu Mahotsav’s Vibrant Navratri Raas Garba
Chicago, IL – The Chicago Hindu Mahotsav proudly hosted its 15th annual Navratri Raas Garba event, bringing together more than 1,000 attendees for a colorful and joyfulcelebration of culture and devotion. On Saturday, Day 3 of the event, U.S.Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthy joined the