By: Vandana Jhingan The 3rd International India Day Parade, organized by the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) in Boston, was a vibrant display of cultural heritage, community solidarity, and support for small businesses. The parade wound through Boston’s India Street and central streets,

The Ganesha Gayathri Temple is currently hosting its grand Pranaprathista ceremony, which began on August 14 and will continue through August 18. This highly anticipated event has already seen enthusiastic participation from the community, and the coming days are expected to bring even

By: Dr. Avi Verma On August 9th, the serene atmosphere of the Haridham Chicago-Swaminarayan YDS Temple in Schaumburg was transformed into a hub of positivity and inspiration as Smt. Rajeshwari Modi, fondly known as Raj Didi, addressed a gathering of over 500 attendees.

The Siddh Peeth Mahabali Sankat Mochan Shri Hanuman Mandir, located in Shankaracharya Nagar, Haibowal Kalan in Ludhiana, Punjab, is all set to host the Shrimad Bhagwat Katha, a sacred and spiritually enriching event. The Katha will be conducted by the highly revered Shri

By: Vandana Jhingan The Indian Community Outreach (ICO) in Naperville, IL, marked the 10th anniversary of its India Day Parade & Celebration on August 11th, showcasing the best of Indian culture and breaking attendance records. The event attracted over 50,000 attendees, establishing itself

By: Vandana Jhingan On Saturday, August 10, 2024, over one thousand women gathered at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Bartlett, IL, to celebrate the mandir’s 20th anniversary. The event, titled “Our Eternal Gift,” was a cultural program organized by women for women, reflecting

By: Vandana Jhingan The Consulate General of India in Chicago celebrated the 78th Independence Day on August 15 at its premises, with a large turnout from the Indian diaspora.Consul General Somnath Ghosh unfurled the tricolor flag, followed by the singing of the National

By: Dr. Avi Verma Sewa International is set to host a special fundraising event on August 23rd to celebrate India’s 78th Independence Day. The gala, featuring the Broadway-style musical “Yeh Jo Des Hai Mera,” will take place at Yellow Box, Naperville. The event

The Ganesha Gayathri Temple, renowned for its South Indian architectural splendor, is set to host a grand Pranaprathista ceremony from August 14 to 18. This week-long event will mark the sacred infusion of life into several revered deities, creating an atmosphere of spiritual

By: Ashwani Mahajan The Punjabi American Association recently hosted its annual Teeyan Da Mela at Waterford Chicagoland, an event that showcased the vibrant cultural heritage of Punjab. This year’s celebration featured an array of traditional activities, with highlights including lively performances of Gidda,

By: Dr. Avi Verma On Sunday, August 4, the much-anticipated Gujarati film ‘Jhopadpatti’ made its US debut at the Bensenville Theater in Illinois. This special event, graced by an estimated 200 guests, marked the first time the movie was shown in the United

By: Dr. Avi Verma The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) is set to host a spectacular celebration for India’s 78th Independence Day, featuring Bollywood icon Jaya Prada as the highlight of their much-anticipated FIA Star Awards Night. The grand event will take place

By: Jayanti Oza On July 20, 2024, Bharatiya Seniors of Chicago held their monthly general meeting at the Rana Reagan Center in Carol Stream. The program was inaugurated with a prayer by Rashila Dobaria, the BSC Secretary. Bhupendrasinh Chudasama, former Minister of Higher

By: Dr Avi Verma On July 13-14, 2024, Kaival Gyan Mandir Chicago hosted its 17th Pratishtha and Guru Purnima Mahotsav, featuring the esteemed Pujya Jagadguruji. The festivities began on Saturday with devotees warmly welcoming Pujya Jagadguruji with a shower of flowers. The day

By: Vandana Jhingan On the evening of July 20, 2024, the Hindu Mandir of Lake County in Grayslake, IL, hosted a memorable Guru Purnima celebration, featuring the Samohika Satya Narayana Katha. The event, which drew over 300 devotees, commenced with the Pujan of

By: Rakesh Malhotra The Global Indian Diaspora, in partnership with the National India Hub, hosted the Distinguished Lecture on Sustainability, focusing on “Green Living and Circular Economy.” Over 100 attendees, including business leaders, government officials, and community members, gathered to discuss sustainable practices.

By Vandana Jhingan The Gita Utsav, a grand celebration dedicated to the Bhagavad Gita, unfolded with profound success, drawing thousands of participants into a day of spiritual unity and devotion. The event, held at the NOW Arena in Chicago, was a vibrant homage

By Ramesh Punatar Poetry enthusiasts in Schaumburg were treated to an exceptional Mushaira event on Saturday, July 20, thanks to the efforts of Asif Salim of AS Entertainment. Held at 165 W Central Rd, this grand celebration of literary art drew over 150

By Vandana Jhingan Harisumiran Temple Chicago proudly hosted a Women’s Empowerment event on July 14th, 2024, drawing over 200 attendees. Esteemed dignitaries, including Senator Adriane Johnson, Lake County Court Clerk Erin Weinstein, Vernon Hills Trustee Gauri Magati, HSS board member Datta Pandit, and

By Vandana Jhingan VFS Global has launched new centres in Seattle and Bellevue, USA, dedicated to providing comprehensive visa, OCI, passport, renunciation of Indian citizenship, and Global Entry Programme (GEP) verification services on behalf of the Government of India. The Seattle Centre, located