McLean Community Care Fair 2025 brings health and hope to central Illinois
By: IndoUS Tribune Community Desk The McLean Community Care Fair 2025 was held successfully on October 10 and 11, 2025, in Normal, Illinois, uniting more than 50 community organizations and service providers in a shared mission — to promote health, wellness, and access to essential resources for
Community health event in Will County promotes vision, hearing, and mental wellness
By: IndoUS Tribune Community Desk A successful community health event was held on October 4, 2025, at Joliet, Illinois (Will County), bringing together local residents for a day dedicated to health awareness, wellness screenings, and nutrition education. The event was organized by the Chicago Indo-US Lions Club in partnership
Indian Seniors of Chicago celebrates Diwali festival with cultural splendor
By: Jayanti Oza The Indian Seniors of Chicago celebrated their annual Diwali festival with grandeur on October 11, 2025, at Manav Seva Mandir in Bensenville, Illinois. The vibrant event saw a gathering of nearly 500 members and guests who joined in the festive
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh Chicago chapter marks Vijaya Dashami Utsav 2025 with devotion and unity
By: Dr Avi Verma The Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) Chicago chapter celebrated its annual Vijaya Dashami Utsav with great enthusiasm at Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire. The event brought together more than 400 volunteers of all age groups from various branches across Naperville, Aurora, Downtown
Remembering Mrs. Chanchal Jhingan (1936–2025)
A life of courage, devotion, and eternal love for Bharat Mata The IndoUS Tribune family mourns the passing of Mrs. Chanchal Jhingan, beloved mother of Vandana Jhingan, Board Member of IndoUS Tribune. Mrs. Jhingan passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025, at the age of 89,
Krishnamoorthi condemns ICE brutality, demands transparency; presses DHS and CMS over oversight failures and healthcare cuts
Trump Administration Again Blocks Oversight Visit to Illinois ICE Facility By: IndoUS Tribune Staff Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) has intensified his calls for accountability across multiple fronts — from immigration enforcement abuses to health care policy failures — as tensions rise over the
Ranking member Krishnamoorthi urges administration to act as Trump’s trade war devastates Illinois soybean farmers
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, has issued a sharp warning to the U.S. Trade Representative and the Agriculture Secretary regarding the severe economic damage
Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Dallas celebrate grand Navratri festival with joy and unity
By: Jayanti Oza The Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Dallas hosted a vibrant Navratri festival on Saturday at Otto Middle School in Plano, Texas, bringing together members, families, and invited guests for a lively “3G Raas Garba” celebration. The event opened with a warm
Know India Programme offers diaspora youth an immersive cultural experience
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) continues its flagship initiative, the Know India Programme (KIP), aimed at connecting Indian-origin youth with their ancestral roots. Open to participants aged 21 to 35, the three-week immersive programme provides a firsthand exploration of India’s heritage, democratic
Chicagoland Nepali community celebrates grand Dashain-Tihar musical event
By: Jayanti Oza The Chicagoland Nepali Friendship Society hosted its annual Dashain-Tihar Musical Event on a lively evening at St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church, bringing together over 300 attendees from across the region. The celebration showcased Nepali culture through a vibrant mix of
BSC of Chicago seniors celebrate vibrant Navratri Garba and Raas
By: Jayanti Oza The Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago hosted their annual DJ Tracking Navratri from September 22 to October 1 at the Rana Regan Center, drawing over 400 members, family, and friends each day. The event filled the venue with devotion, music,
Global rhythms unite Delhi at 9th India International Folk Festival
Rain, rhythm, and remarkable performances defined the closing day of the 9th India International Folk Festival at Central Park, Connaught Place this week. Despite Sunday morning showers, the audience’s energy remained undimmed, proving once again that folk music transcends weather and borders. The
Gandhi Jayanti 2025: Celebrating nonviolence, service, and community across the U.S.
From the East Coast to the West, Indian diplomatic missions and diaspora communities across the United States came together to commemorate the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The celebrations reflected not only reverence for Gandhi’s legacy but also the enduring relevance of
Viksit Bharat Run 2025 celebrates unity, culture, and community service in Chicago
By: Dr. Avi Verma The Twin Lake Golf Course turned into a vibrant hub of cultural pride, environmental awareness, and community spirit as hundreds of Indian Americans came together for the Viksit Bharat Run 2025. Organized by the Global Indian Diaspora Foundation (GIDF) with the support of
Viksit Bharat Run 2025 unites Washington DC community in spirit of service and sustainability
By: Vandana Jhingan The Embassy of India in Washington, DC, in collaboration with MY Bharat and under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, hosted the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 on Sunday in Maryland. Part of a historic global
Montana students share ‘Incredible India’ journey at state Capitol reception
By: Vandana Jhingan The State Capitol of Montana became a hub of cultural exchange and international friendship when Governor Greg Gianforte hosted a reception honoring Montana students who recently returned from an immersive two-week visit to India. The ten-member delegation, led by Jason Smith, Board
Krishnamoorthi blames GOP for shutdown, vows to defend affordable health care
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) sharply criticized what he calls “Republican-driven chaos” in Washington that led to a federal government shutdown, threatening millions of Americans with higher health care costs. Krishnamoorthi said he and fellow Democrats worked across the aisle to prevent the shutdown and protect Affordable
India successfully launches e-Arrival Card system, easing entry for international travellers
India has rolled out its new e-Arrival Card system for international travellers, replacing paper disembarkation forms and streamlining immigration processing at airports nationwide. The digital system launched October 1, 2025, across major airports including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, reducing queues and improving convenience for families and
Gates Foundation hosts India Day celebration on Gandhi Jayanti
By: Vandana Jhingan The Gates Foundation, in partnership with the Consulate General of India in Seattle, hosted a vibrant celebration of Indian culture, arts, and cuisine on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti. The event was attended by Bill Gates, Chair and Board Member of the Gates
Chicago community unites for vibrant Navratri Garba and Raas
By: Jayanti Oza The Kadva Patidar Samaj of Chicago brought the spirit of Navratri alive on Saturday with its Annual Garba and Raas celebration at the Jain Temple in Bartlett, Illinois. The event drew more than 1,000 members, families, and friends, filling the venue