The Embassy of India in Washington, D.C., commemorated the Spring Festivals of India and the 77th Foundation Day of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) on April 19, 2026, …
Culture & Heritage
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A youth-driven spiritual initiative, Sounds of Hanuman, made its debut in New Delhi on Saturday, drawing participants from across India for an evening that fused devotional traditions with contemporary music …
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Vaisakhi Celebrated Worldwide with Processions, Cultural Events, and Community Gatherings
by Prabhjot Singh 3 minutes readFervor and festive spirit marked Vaisakhi celebrations across the world, as communities came together to observe the harvest festival and the beginning of a new year in several regions of …
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The India Society of Worcester (ISW) hosted a Holi celebration on April 4 in Boston, reflecting the growing presence of South Asian cultural events across the United States. Despite cold …
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Seattle Unveils First City-Hosted Swami Vivekananda Statue in the United States
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readThe City of Seattle has become the first city government in the United States to host a life-size statue of Swami Vivekananda at Westlake Square in downtown Seattle. The life-size …
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How Vaisakhi Reflects Sikh Heritage and Diaspora Influence Worldwide
by Prabhjot Singh 6 minutes readFor Punjabis worldwide, Vaisakhi is not only a religious or seasonal festivity but much more. Though many other South Asian communities, including Tamils, Malayalees, Biharis, and Bengalis, celebrate this mid-April …
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Strengthening India’s Cultural Diplomacy in a Changing World
by Amit Deshmukh 6 minutes readAs the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) celebrates its Foundation Day in 2026, it presents an important moment to reflect on the organization’s historic role in shaping India’s cultural …
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Nebraska Legislature Recognizes Diwali, Celebrates Festival’s Cultural and Community Significance
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readThe Hindu American Foundation (HAF) has commended the State of Nebraska for officially recognizing Diwali and its cultural significance. Members of the 109th Legislature of Nebraska, Second Session, formally acknowledged …
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NJ’s Burlington Township Proclaims “Hanuman Utsav Week,” Honoring SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir Consecration
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readThe Mayor and Council of the Township of Burlington have proclaimed the week of the sacred Kumbhabhishekam celebration of the SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir as “Hanuman Utsav Week” in …
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A Moving Museum: The Aircraft Carrying India’s Stories Across Borders
by R. Suryamurthy 4 minutes readIn an industry where branding often stops at logos and cabin interiors, Air India Express is pushing the idea several thousand feet higher—literally. Its latest unveiling, a fully art-wrapped Boeing …