The spacious prayer hall of the Swaminarayan Mandir in Flushing, New York, resounded with more than 600 voices harmoniously chanting mantras after the priests leading the Chopda Pujan prayers and …
Festivals & Spirituality
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President Biden Refers to the White House as the “People’s House” During the Diwali Celebrations
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes read“As President, I’ve been honored to host the biggest Diwali receptions ever at the White House,” shared President Joe Biden while welcoming hundreds of South Asians for Diwali celebrations to …
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Atlanta Mayor Celebrates Diwali with the Hindu Community
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readMore than 250 people, including members of Atlanta’s Hindu community, prominent lawmakers, diplomats, and entrepreneurs, gathered on October 28, 2024, at City Hall with Mayor Andre Dickens to celebrate Diwali. …
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Nostalgic Hindi film songs, jalebis, and lighted trees usher in Diwali at Jackson Heights
by Archana Adalja, News India Times 3 minutes readThousands of people enjoyed their tea and snacks listening to old Hindi film songs on the sunny Sunday evening at 74th Street, Jackson Heights, Diwali Mela on October 27, 2024. Organized …
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Edison Diwali Wonderland: A Spectacular Celebration of Lights and Culture
by Ilayas Quraishi 3 minutes readEdison, NJ— October 26, 2024 – Pappiani Park in Edison was transformed into a Diwali Wonderland on Saturday, as thousands gathered for the 3rd Annual Diwali Celebration from 2 pm …
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Ramaavan – A Musical Returns to NYC and Jersey City from November 7-10
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readRamaavan – A Musical, an innovative dance and musical theater experience adapted from the celebrated ancient Indian epic the Ramayana, will be back to New York City’s Cullum Theatre, American …
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Long before Diwali was a declared school holiday in NYC, the work of the mothers had begun. It involved many miles of leg work. Indian American parents, especially mothers, have …
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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Officially Designates Diwali as a State Holiday
by SAH Staff Reporter 4 minutes readPennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 402 into law, officially designating Diwali as a state holiday. The signing took place during a joint celebration of Diwali, Tihar, and Bandi …
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Bridging Cultures: The Indian-American Experience in Loudoun County
by Nandini Selvam, Special to South Asian Herald 4 minutes readBeing Indian-American in Virginia today is worlds apart from what it was like 30 plus years ago for the community. Growing up in Northern New Jersey in the 90s, I …
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Karwa Chauth is more than just a day of fasting; it’s a celebration of love, devotion, and empowerment, even beyond the borders of India. Traditionally, married women fast from sunrise …