Indian-American Community News
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The eagerly-awaited play,‘Kaifi Aur Main’, a romantic saga elucidating the enchanting real-life love story of Indian Urdu poet Kaifi Azmi and his wife Shaukat, drew a packed crowd to the magnificent Bellevue Conference & Events Center on a warm evening for early Spring. Continue reading ‘Kaifi Aur Main’ Rivets Washington Audience
In a historic, memorable and massive community event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by the Indian Diaspora in the gladiatorial Madison Square Garden. Continue reading Grand Welcome for Prime Minister Modi in New York
It was a strong show of community spirit and Indian culture at the fourth annual Punjabi Mela, held Memorial Day weekend on the sprawling lawns of the Bull Run Regional Park in the Washington area. Setting a record of sorts for Indian-American festivals, it drew over 9,000 people from all walks of life. Continue reading Punjabi Mela in Washington
For Indian-Americans in the Washington area, all roads led to the Dulles Expo Center this weekend as thousands thronged to partake in the Heritage India Festival. Continue reading Thousands Flock to Heritage India Diwali Festival at Dulles Expo Center
The Fiesta Asia Street Fair, held on the Avenue of the Presidents for the eighth consecutive year, highlighted the vibrant, rich and colorful culture of Asia, the world’s largest and most populous continent. Continue reading Fiesta Asia Street Fair: A Cultural Treat in Capital City
It was a sight to behold: over 1,500 yoga enthusiasts flocked to the National Mall partaking in a demonstration and exercise set against the majestic backdrop of the Washington Monument, on the UN-designated and eagerly-awaited first International Day of Yoga. Continue reading First International Day of Yoga Celebrated in Washington
It was a night and a concert to remember as supremely talented Indian playback singers Kumar Sanu and Alka Yagnik took a packed crowd down memory lane with their timeless megahit film songs from the 1990s. Continue reading Singers Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik, Evoke Nostalgia with 90s Superhit Songs at Packed Warner Theatre
The annual Baisakhi celebration at the Indian Embassy Residence is always a colorful, vibrant, ebullient event highlighting the rich culture of northern India, primarily the state of Punjab. Continue reading Baisakhi Festival Celebrated at Indian Embassy Residence in Washington
In an unprecedented show of strength, Indian-American students, among the brightest and best, flocked to the 2016 White House Science Fair hosted by President Obama. Continue reading Indian-American Kids Shine at 2016 White House Science Fair
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