Obama continues Diwali tradition, lights diya at White House

United States President Barack Obama celebrated Diwali at the White House complex by lighting the traditional diya and hosting a reception for eminent Indian Americans and officials in his......

Obama's faith adviser addresses Hinduism meet

Students from eight American universities across three states took part in a regional retreat, addressed among others by Anju Bhargava, member of United States President Barack Obama's Faith......

Hindu organisations reach out to all Americans

For over 25 years, Hindu organisations including temples across the United States have been offering free medical clinics several times a year, serving thousands of vegetarian meals once or twice a......

Inter-faith council submits report to Obama

An year after it was constituted, the US President's Council on Faith-Based and Neighbourhood Partnerships has submitted a report to senior Barack Obama administration officials with......

PIX: TV stars welcome Ganpati home

We take a sneak peek into the homes of these television actors. Television stars have been celebrating the 11-day Ganpati festival with much fanfare. Besides visiting the various pandals in the......