South Asian Wedding Expo 2025 showcases culture, fashion, and community spirit
By: Ashwani Mahajan The South Asian Wedding Expo 2025, organized by Desi Junction at The Matrix Club, brought together fashion, music, and cultural pride in a dazzling showcase that highlighted the vibrancy of the South Asian community in Chicagoland. The event blended tradition with modernity,
OFBJP Chicago celebrates PM Modi’s 75th birthday, Telangana Liberation Day, and Vishwakarma Diwas
By: Dr. Avi Verma Chicago, IL – September 21, 2025 – The Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) Chicago Chapter hosted a grand community gathering to mark three historic occasions: the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Telangana Liberation Day, and Vishwakarma Diwas.
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi champions Americans’ rights, community welfare, and immigrant protections
By: Dr Avi Verma Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) has continued his strong advocacy for both Americans abroad and immigrant communities at home through a series of legislative and community-focused initiatives over the past few months. His efforts highlight a commitment to human rights,
Akshaya Patra Foundation to host 2025 Chicago gala supporting education and nutrition in India
By: Dr. Avi Verma The Akshaya Patra Foundation will host its 2025 Chicago Gala on Sunday, October 5, at 5:00 PM at the Chicago Marriott Oak Brook. The evening promises to be both inspiring and celebratory, bringing together community leaders, philanthropists, and supporters
Navratri Festival Begins with Devotion at Shri Balaji Temple in Ludhiana
The auspicious Navratri festival commenced this week at the sacred Mahabali Sankatmochan Shri Hanuman Mandir in Haibowal Kalan, Shankaracharya Nagar, with full traditional rituals and great enthusiasm. The temple priests lit 108 sacred lamps while chanting mantras and performed worship of Maa Bhagwati’s first divine form,
Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled raises $15,000 at Naperville concert
By: jayanti Oza Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled, Chicago, hosted a heartwarming fundraising concert at the Matrix Club on Wednesday, raising nearly $15,000 in a single evening. The event, supported by the Consulate General of India in Chicago, brought together over 350 attendees
Krishnamoorthi condemns brutal murder of Indian American in Dallas
By: Dr. Avi Verma Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) issued a strong statement following the murder of Indian American immigrant Chandra Nagamallaiah, who was brutally killed in Dallas in front of his wife and son. “I am horrified by the brutal murder of Chandra
Krishnamoorthi, Moolenaar launch investigation into Futurewei’s role in advancing CCP tech agenda
By: Dr. Avi Verma Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, and Chairman John Moolenaar (MI-04), have announced a wide-ranging investigation into Futurewei Technologies, Inc., the U.S.-based research arm of Huawei. The inquiry follows
A vibrant celebration of Hindi Diwas draws outstanding participation in Naperville
By: Ashwani Mahajan The Alliance of Indian Americans of Naperville Area (AIANA), in collaboration with the Hindi Club of Illinois and other supporting organizations, hosted a spectacular Hindi Diwas celebration on Sunday, at the 95th Street Library, drawing a standing-room-only audience. The overwhelming turnout highlighted
BSC of Chicago celebrates Gujarati literature with senior citizens’ literary event
By: Jayanti Oza The BSC of Chicago hosted a vibrant literary event for senior citizens on Sunday, at the Rana Reagan Center, drawing an enthusiastic gathering of 500 writers, artists, and dignitaries from the local Gujarati community. The event, held in two sessions
Dhol-Raas Dhamaka of Chicago celebrates Navratri 2025 with vibrant Garba and Raas
By: Jayanti Oza The Dhol-Raas Dhamaka of Chicago group, based in Lisle, Illinois, hosted a lively celebration of Navratri 2025 last week, drawing a spirited gathering of over 100 participants, including family members, friends, and community members. The event marked the traditional Shree
21st edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas concludes successfully in Alaska
By: Vandana Jhingan The 21st edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas, the annual bilateral army-to-army exercise between India and the United States, concluded successfully after two weeks of intensive operations at Fort Wainwright and the Yukon Training Area in Alaska on Sunday. The exercise
Indian Senior Citizens Chicago celebrate birthday, Ganesh Mahotsav, and Navratri with joy and devotion
By: Jayanti Oza The Indian Senior Citizens (ISC) of Chicago hosted a vibrant celebration at the Manav Seva Mandir, drawing around 370 members to mark September birthdays, honor Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday, and celebrate Ganesh Mahotsav and Navratri. The event
Amazing is the word: Lakhbir Singh Lakha’s “Mela Maiya Da” U.S. tour concludes in spiritual triumph
By: Dr Avi Verma The 2025 Mela Maiya Da U.S. Tour by legendary bhajan singer Lakhbir Singh Lakha has concluded in resounding success, leaving behind an unforgettable wave of devotion, joy, and cultural pride across America. What began as a series of Mata Ki Chowkis quickly blossomed into a nationwide devotional movement, where thousands of devotees—young
Raja Krishnamoorthi Steps Up on Global and Local Fronts: From Punjab’s Floods to Illinois Families
Congressman pushes accountability in Washington, calls out Trump policies on health and energy, demands Epstein transparency, defends immigrants, and urges compassion for flood-stricken Punjab Washington, D.C. – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) has launched a series of high-profile initiatives in recent weeks, focusing on protecting children’s
Consulate General of India, Chicago to celebrate 10th Ayurveda Day with focus on ‘Ayurveda for People and Planet’
The Consulate General of India, Chicago will host a special program on Friday to commemorate the 10th Ayurveda Day, highlighting the ancient Indian system of medicine as a pathway to holistic health and sustainable living. The event will take place on October 3, from
Indian-American Community in Massachusetts Honors 9/11 Victims with Solemn Tribute
By: Vandana Jhingan Members of the Indian-American community gathered at 43 Milk Street in Westborough on Wednesday to mark the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks. The remembrance ceremony paid tribute to the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost — including at
Kala Utsav 2025 brings India’s cultural vibrance to Naperville
By Dr. Avi Verma The Consulate General of India in Chicago hosted its annual Kala Utsav 2025 at the Yellow Box Theatre in Naperville, drawing more than 500 attendees from across the community. The much-anticipated cultural showcase celebrated India’s vibrant heritage with an evening of
Week 5 of the ‘Mela Maiya Da’ U.S. Tour: A spiritual journey across California and beyond
The ‘Mela Maiya Da’ tour, led by legendary bhajan singer Lakhbir Singh Lakha, continues to draw thousands of devotees across the United States, transforming traditional Chowkis into grand spiritual celebrations. After captivating audiences in Dallas, Virginia, Chicago, and Boston, the tour has now reached
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi condemns violence, challenges Trump policies, and defends Illinois families
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) is stepping up efforts to defend constitutional rights, protect vulnerable communities, and push back against policies he views as harmful to American families. In Santa Clara, California, Krishnamoorthi visited the Bay Area Shiv Durga Temple after a break-in and