The Dharma Endowment Fund (DEF) has announced that applications for its 2026 Grants Program are now open. DEF is a nonprofit initiative dedicated to supporting organizations and community projects that …
Culture & Heritage
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Mahatma Gandhi Bust Unveiled at University of Montana’s Mike Mansfield Center
by SAH Staff Reporter 3 minutes readThe first bust of Mahatma Gandhi was installed at the Mike Mansfield Center at the University of Montana in Missoula on March 3, 2026. Montana Governor Greg Gianforte and Consul …
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Indian Consulate in Houston Participates in 18th Indian Film Festival of Houston at Asia Society Texas
by SAH Staff Reporter 1 minutes readThe Consulate General of India (CGI) in Houston participated in the 18th Indian Film Festival of Houston, held February 27–28, 2026, at Asia Society Texas, marking another milestone for the …
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NCAIA Celebrates India’s 77th Republic Day in Virginia, Welcomes Ambassador Namgya Khampa and Highlights U.S.–India Ties
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 8 minutes readThe National Council of Asian Indian Associations (NCAIA) commemorated India’s 77th Republic Day and hosted a welcome reception for India’s Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) to the United States, Ambassador …
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The Culture Tree to Host Holi 2026 Celebration Featuring Indian Food Festival, and Cultural Performances
by SAH Staff Reporter 3 minutes readTo mark Holi, the traditional Indian festival of colors that celebrates the arrival of spring, The Culture Tree, in partnership with the South Street Seaport Museum and Seaport Entertainment Group, …
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller Welcome Buddhist Monks as Walk for Peace Concludes in Annapolis
by SAH Special Correspondent 5 minutes readLieutenant Governor Aruna Miller welcomed nearly two dozen Buddhist monks to the Maryland State House in Annapolis on February 12, 2026, marking the final stop of their “Walk for Peace.” …
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Exclusive: Manga Emani Reflects on Culture, Cooking, and Her Acting Debut in ‘Jam Boy’ Ahead of DC Premiere
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readAs Jam Boy prepares to premiere in the Washington, DC area, the film’s deeply personal themes of ambition, identity, and cultural rootedness take on even greater resonance. In this exclusive …
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Exclusive: How ‘Jam Boy’ Uses Food and Family to Tell a Modern Immigrant Story
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 9 minutes readSriram Emani is an actor, filmmaker, and cultural entrepreneur whose work bridges technology, storytelling, and heritage. The premiere of his film Jam Boy will take place on February 15, 2026, …
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FIA Hosts 43rd Dance Pe Chance in Trenton, Celebrating India’s Republic Day and 150 Years of Vande Mataram
by SAH Staff Reporter 3 minutes readThe Federation of Indian Associations (FIA-NY-NJ-CT-NE) hosted the 43rd edition of its flagship cultural event, Dance Pe Chance (DPC), on February 7, 2026, at the Patriots Theatre at the War …
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Western Australia Multicultural Act Consultations Underway, Eyes on Next Step
by Pooja Bhardwaj 6 minutes readWestern Australia (WA) has taken a significant step toward formally recognizing cultural, linguistic, and religious diversity, with final consultations for the proposed WA Multicultural Act closing on February 15, 2026. …