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Interspiritual organization honors two advocates of communal harmony
30 years later, Gathering of Light on Long Island continues to turn ‘the other’ into ‘the brother,’ proving that while our paths to the divine may differ, the light we carry is the same. Read more
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Integrative medicine meet in Memphis to bridge science and tradition
The Global Integrative Medicine Congress in May will highlight how evidence-based systems such as Yoga, Naturopathy and Ayurveda should be integrated with mainstream medicine to optimize health, prevent disease, and enhance well-being. Read more
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Experts to unpack prevention and management of diabetes at free virtual event
Former US Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy will give opening remarks for the panel discussion on January 21 to address the alarming rise of diabetes among South Asians. Read more
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Building bridges: Rev. Chloe Breyer honored by the Interfaith Institute
The Institute’s 10th annual award was presented to the director of the Interfaith Center of New York for her unwavering dedication to fostering mutual understanding across faith traditions and empowering grassroots spiritual leaders. Read more
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Deepavali Festival on Long Island lights up with Ayodhya recreation
The 38th annual event by the Association of Indians in America (AIA-NY) moves to Overlook Beach, Babylon, promising a Kirtan Concert, Cultural Fashion Show, and a bridge of light for the diaspora on October 11. Read more
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Festival of Bliss celebrates Rakeshji’s birth anniversary in USA
A few thousand people are estimated to converge at the Shrimad Rajchandra Spiritual Center in Pennsylvania for a 3-day spiritual retreat and mega humanitarian camp, marking 20 Years of SRMD’s mission in the United States and the commencement of Gurudevshri’s 60th anniversary. Read more
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The iconic Deepavali Festival relocates from NYC to Long Island
Diwali is one Indian festival celebrated by Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists also besides Hindus. The Association of Indians in America, which has been holding the Deepavali Festival in Manhattan, has moved the celebration this year on October 11 to Babylon. Read more
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Entrainment ’25 – Ahaa! What a life!!
A long poem dedicated to Mahatria, whose presence tunes the soul to celebration, says the writer. Read more
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Sumeet Tappoo concert in New Jersey raises funds for Indian hospital
The popular Bollywood singer is on a 30-city US tour in aid of the hospital in rural Karnataka being built by the One World One Family Foundation, inspired by Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai. Read more
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“Lord, empty me of me, so I can be filled with you”
In a recent discourse in New York, the visiting Nirankari Mission mentor explored how we have become numb to the pain we cause others by imposing our belief systems, and what true spirituality means beyond hoping for a future reward. Read more
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Beyond miracles: What Shirdi Sai Baba really wanted to give devotees
While many seek miracles from Shirdi Sai Baba, his true gift was something far greater: Self-realization. In their new book, Gautam Sachdeva and Nikhil Kripalani decode the meaning of Shraddha (Faith) and Saburi (Patience) from the Advaita Vedanta perspective. Read more
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s US tour starts in New York
Following a momentous event in a historic NYC church, the revered spiritual master and founder of the Bhakti Marga movement will lead Darshan events in Elmira, NY and Miami, and a retreat focused on Atma Kriya Yoga. Read more
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DIY multicultural Ram Leela staged in New Jersey
Neighbors of diverse backgrounds came together in the backyard of organizer Lakshmi Kant for an evening of rich storytelling, vibrant performances, and shared heritage. Read more
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The Hajj: Pilgrimage of a lifetime mandated for Muslims
Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The annual pilgrimage goes back to 632 CE when the Prophet Muhammad performed the first official Islamic Hajj and re-established the rituals in their pure form, emphasizing the importance of unity, equality, and devotion to God. Read more
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Hindu leader Rajan Zed organizes prayer service for Pope Francis
Religious leaders belonging to diverse faiths gathered in Reno, Nevada, to hold prayers in their traditions to commemorate the life of the Catholic church head. Read more

