Daniel Biss pledges to champion immigrants, civil rights and diplomacy if elected to Congress
By: IndoUS Tribune NewsdeskIn an exclusive interview with IndoUS Tribune Publisher Dr. Avi Verma, Illinois congressional candidate Daniel Biss discusses the Indian American community, civil rights, judicial reform, foreign policy and why he believes diversity remains America’s greatest strength. As Illinois prepares for a
HSS Midwest hosts Second Annual Kho Kho Chicago Premier League Championship
More than 100 teenagers from Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin gathered in Naperville for the Second Annual Kho Kho Chicago Premier League Championship, organized by the Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS). The event promoted physical fitness, teamwork, leadership, and cultural awareness through one of India’s oldest traditional sports. Kho
Kadva Patidar Samaj Chicago hosts successful 5K Walkathon and Annual Picnic
By: Jayanti Oza Kadva Patidar Samaj (KPS) Chicago successfully organized its 5K Walkathon and Annual Picnic on June 28, 2025, bringing together hundreds of community members for a day dedicated to fitness, philanthropy, fellowship, and family fun at Busse Woods Forest Preserve in Elk Grove Village. The day
Indian Seniors Chicago enjoy fun-filled Summer picnic at St. James Farm
By: Jayanti Oza Indian Seniors Chicago brought together members for a memorable Summer Picnic 2026 on July 12 at St. James Farm in Warrenville, where approximately 380 members gathered for a day filled with fellowship, entertainment, games, and delicious food. The day’s activities began with registration from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30
Indian community bids farewell to Consul General Somnath Ghosh following Malaysia appointment
Members of the Indian-American community across the Midwest have begun hosting farewell gatherings for Consul General of India Somnath Ghosh following his appointment as India’s next High Commissioner to Malaysia. The Government of India announced his new diplomatic assignment on July 1. Although his appointment has been
Consulate General of Israel and Global Indian Diaspora Foundation to host inaugural India–Israel Friendship Day in Midwest
In a significant step toward strengthening people-to-people ties and fostering greater cultural understanding, the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest, in partnership with the Global Indian Diaspora Foundation (GIDF), will host the first-ever India–Israel Friendship Day on Saturday evening, July 26, in Evanston, Illinois. The inaugural event
Global Indian Diaspora Foundation to celebrate India’s 80th Independence Day with Lt. Gen. K.J.S. ‘Tiny’ Dhillon in Chicago Area
The Global Indian Diaspora Foundation (GIDF), a Chicago-based nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Indian heritage, strengthening community engagement, fostering humanitarian initiatives, and building bridges between the Indian diaspora and the broader American society, will celebrate the 80th Independence Day of India with a special commemorative event
Chicago celebrates Chinmaya Mission’s 75th anniversary with grand Hanuman Chalisa Mahayajna
Thousands of devotees gathered on Saturday as Chinmaya Mission Chicago marked the 75th anniversary of Chinmaya Mission with a grand Hanuman Chalisa Mahayajna, bringing together Hindu organizations from across Chicagoland and the Midwest in a remarkable celebration of devotion, faith, and unity. The centerpiece of the event was
Hindu congregation files federal lawsuit seeking to clear path for Elgin temple project
By: Dr. Avi Verma A Hindu congregation has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to overturn a nearly 60-year-old court order that it says has become the final obstacle preventing construction of a major Hindu temple and community complex in Elgin. Umiya Mataji Sansthan
The hawk has fallen: Lindsey Graham’s complex legacy of power, pragmatism, and Pax Americana
By: Dr. Avi Verma The sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham at age 71 marks the end of an era in American politics. His passing removes one of the most recognizable and divisive architects of modern Washington. For decades, the South Carolina
U.S. Senate unanimously opposes any pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried
Bipartisan resolution sends strong message on accountability, financial fraud, and rule of law In a rare display of bipartisan agreement, the United States Senate has unanimously passed a non-binding resolution declaring that convicted cryptocurrency fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of collapsed crypto exchange
Rashtriya Sainik Sanstha Women’s Wing Demands Immediate Death Penalty for Child Rapists, Seeks Legal Reforms
By: Vandana Jhingan The Women’s Wing of the Rashtriya Sainik Sanstha has demanded that those convicted of raping minors be awarded the death penalty under Section 65(ii) without delay, following the reported gang rape of a 13-year-old girl by 32 accused. The demand
Opinion: India’s next knowledge bridge
By: Ambassador Vinay kwatra Courtesy: Vandana Jhingan For decades, the Indian diaspora has been one of our country’s greatest strengths, serving as a living bridge between India and the world, contributing to innovation ecosystems, shaping global discourse, and strengthening economic and cultural ties.
Heavy rain causes extensive flooding in Hanover Park as America marks 250th Independence Anniversary
By: Jayanto Oza While communities across the United States were preparing to celebrate the nation’s 250th Independence Anniversary with fireworks and festivities on July 4, 2026, severe thunderstorms and torrential rainfall disrupted celebrations in parts of the Chicago metropolitan area, causing extensive flooding and property damage.
Chicago Hindu Women’s Network hosts ‘Women, Wellness & Community’ program
By: IndoUS Tribune News Desk and Jayanti Oza Bringing together women from three generations of the Indian American community, the Chicago Hindu Women’s Network hosted an engaging program titled ‘Women, Wellness & Community’ on Sunday, June 28, at the National India Hub in Schaumburg. The
IACA and Ray Graham Association celebrate freedom, friendship and a decade of inclusion
By: Dr. Avi Verma The Indian American Cultural Association of Chicago and the Ray Graham Association came together in Burr Ridge, Illinois, for a warm and meaningful celebration of freedom, friendship and inclusion on July 1. The event marked three important milestones: the
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA commemorates America’s 250th Independence Anniversary in Chicago
By: IndoUS Tribune News Desk The Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) USA celebrated America’s 250th Independence Anniversary on July 4 at Hoover Forest Preserve, bringing together nearly 100 participants, including HSS volunteers, families, and community members, for a program that blended patriotism with reflections on shared civic and cultural values. The celebration
ICCS seminar in Querétaro explores solar traditions and ancestral wisdom
The International Center for Cultural Studies organized a reflective seminar on Sunday, June 14, at Karuna Yoga in Querétaro, Mexico, bringing together elders, practitioners and community members for an afternoon of cultural exchange and spiritual dialogue. Titled ‘Honoring the Sun: Ancestral Wisdom and
FIIDS mobilizes 150 delegates from 25 states for Capitol Hill advocacy on immigration, U.S.-India ties
The Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS) concluded its fourth annual Indian American Capitol Hill Day on June 23, bringing more than 150 delegates from 25 states to Washington to advocate on key policy issues affecting Indian Americans and U.S.-India relations.
Rebuttal to “Sifting IWT Truth from Lies, Myths” (An Indian perspective – Response to Brig (Retd) Dr Raashid Wali Janjua’s letter published in Dawn, April 9, 2026)
Brig (retd) Dr Raashid Wali Janjua’s letter suffers from the very same selective amnesia he accuses India of. An unbiased examination of the facts reveals that several of his contentions are historically incomplete and legally imprecise. The author invokes the closure of the