Bruce Leon expands multi-ethnic coalition in bid for Democratic nomination in Illinois’ 9th Congressional District
By Dr. Avi Verma Democratic congressional candidate Bruce Leon is rapidly gaining momentum in Illinois’ 9th District, building one of the broadest and most diverse coalitions seen in the district in years. As the race intensifies, Leon’s campaign is presenting him as a unifying figure
Spiritual storytellers play a vital role in guiding youth toward values and Dharma, say Aman Jain and Anuj Madan
By: Dr Avi Verma Spiritual storytellers, or katha vachaks, play an essential role in shaping the character of today’s youth and guiding them toward a life rooted in Dharma, said Aman Jain, President of the Siddh Peeth Mahabali Sankatmochan Shri Hanuman Mandir, and Anuj
Bikanervala’s food stall emerges as the most preferred attraction at international trade fair
By: Satya Prakash Dwivedi Bikanervala once again proved its enduring popularity as its food stall became the most preferred destination for visitors at the 44th International Trade Fair. Despite the presence of several Indian and multinational food companies, Bikanervala’s traditional flavors, authentic Indian
BSC Karaoke of Chicago pays tribute to Bollywood legend Dharmendra Ji
By: Jayanti Oza The BSC Karaoke Club of Chicago organized a heartfelt program to honor the memory of Bollywood legend Dharmendra Ji, fondly known as the “He-Man” of Bollywood, following his sad demise on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89. The tribute event
Dr. Dipak Ghosh named Woodridge ‘citizen of the year’
Village honors longtime resident for community service, cultural leadership, and compassion By: Vandana Jhingan In a ceremony filled with gratitude and community pride, Dr. Dipak Ghosh, Ph.D., was honored with the Village of Woodridge’s highest civilian award—Citizen of the Year. A resident for
Devotees offer sacred oblations in the 1,305th Havan Yajna, praying for world peace
Shrimad Bhagwat Katha commences on the auspicious occasion of Gita Jayanti By: Dr Avi Verma The Siddh Peeth Mahabali Sankatmochan Shri Hanuman Mandir, located in Joshi Nagar–Shankaracharya Nagar (Haibowal Kalan), conducted its continuous 1,305th Havan Yajna on Sunday. The sacred ritual was performed under the
Krishnamoorthi intensifies legislative agenda as Senate campaign advances
By: Dr Avi Verma Congressman pressures defense leadership after inspector general report Illinois Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi on Friday renewed his call for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign following a Department of Defense Inspector General report. The investigation found that Hegseth used an
Hindu devotees express outrage over Vaishno Devi Shrine Board- funded medical college admissions
By: Dr Avi Verma Over last month or so, a storm of outrage has erupted among Hindu devotees worldwide over the first MBBS admission list of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Education (SMVDIME) in Jammu. Questions are being raised over
Canada unveils major citizenship policy overhaul to attract skilled newcomers and strengthen national identity
By: Dr. Avi Verma In a landmark move to modernize its immigration system, the Government of Canada has announced a sweeping reform of its citizenship policy, introducing faster pathways for newcomers, expanded rights for minors, and strengthened accountability measures for applicants. The overhaul—described
Honoring Hindu contributions: Hindu Heritage Month 2025 celebration at Canada’s Parliament Hill
By: Dr. Avi Verma Parliament Hill in Ottawa was alive with the colors, rhythms, and devotion of Hindu Heritage Month 2025, hosted by Honorable MP Juanita Nathan and organized by the Hindu Canadian Foundation, Divya Durham, the Ontario Telugu Foundation, and Sky Canada World Community Service Center. The
Chicago Rajasthan Association partners with Feed My Starving Children for high-impact Thanksgiving service event
The Chicago Rajasthan Association (ARA) kicked off the Thanksgiving season with an inspiring community service initiative at the Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) facility in Aurora. Held on Saturday, the event brought together volunteers from across the region, united by a mission to
India announces special 85th edition of Know India Programme for diaspora youth
The Consulate General of India in Chicago has announced that the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) will host a special 85th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) from January 6 to January 27, 2026. Applications are invited from Indian diaspora youth aged 21 to
Chicago Indo-US Lions Club expands community support with hygiene and food donation drives
By: Dr. Avi Verma The Chicago Indo-US Lions Club has strengthened its community outreach through two impactful donation drives, supporting students, families, and seniors across Illinois. On November 11, 2025, the Club donated hygiene kits to young women at Lake Park High School. This initiative was inspired
India signs first-ever major LPG import agreement with the United States
By: Vandna Jhingan In a landmark move to strengthen energy security, India has finalized its first major structured LPG import agreement with the United States. Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, announced that India’s public sector oil companies have secured a
BJUS celebrates Diwali Deepotsav 2025 with cultural pride, community unity, and a year of accomplishments
By: Prachi Jaitly The Bihar Jharkhand Association of Midwest (BJUS) celebrated Diwali Deepotsav 2025 with remarkable enthusiasm, gathering more than 200 attendees for an evening of cultural pride, vibrant performances, and strong community connection. The program held last week, opened with heartfelt renditions
Phil Andrews brings crisis leadership and FBI experience to high-stakes IL-9 congressional race
A former FBI agent, crisis negotiator, and community advocate outlines his vision for one of Illinois’ most competitive Democratic primaries By IndoUS Tribune Staff In a detailed conversation with IndoUS Tribune Publisher Dr. Avi Verma, Chicago entrepreneur and community leader Phil Andrews laid
A night of music and philanthropy strengthens Indiana’s commitment to ending classroom hunger
By: Prachi Jaitly The 2025 Akshaya Patra Indiana Chapter hosted a musical fundraiser at the Indian American Cultural Center in Merrillville, bringing together a large gathering of supporters united by a shared mission to end classroom hunger for children in India. The evening was
Krishnamoorthi advances major tourism, security, and census initiatives with wide national impact
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has launched a series of major initiatives that strengthen tourism, safeguard national security, and push for accuracy in the nation’s census, reflecting a broad legislative agenda with direct consequences for Illinois and the country. In a significant economic move, he
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi introduces major tourism, national security, and census initiatives
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) announced a series of significant legislative and oversight initiatives this week, ranging from restoring America’s international tourism competitiveness to raising national-security alarms over advanced weapons sales, and demanding accountability in the nation’s census process. His office shared the developments
Khadi takes center stage at the India International Trade Fair
By: Satyaprakash Dwivedi At the 44th India International Trade Fair in New Delhi, the Khadi pavilion has become one of the most visited spaces, reflecting this year’s theme of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.’ The pavilion brings together the cultural and craft identity of every region