USA's tax revenue as a share of GDP is only 25.4% compared to 34.9% for Canada and between 35-45% for most of the European countries.

President of the Boston Chapter of the Vidya Bharati Foundation, sits down with Lokvani to share the transformative mission behind one of India’s largest education initiatives.Mona also previews the highly anticipated Vidya Bharati Gala, taking place on July 12th at the Burlington Marriott. Learn how you can get involved, support a child’s journey, or even adopt a school. [more]

The Abhyaas School of Music founded by Aparna Balaji recently hosted its highly anticipated "Abhyaas Annual Day 2026," a momentous occasion marking the culmination of the institution’s 25th-anniversary celebrations. The event included beautiful music and dance presentations. Aparna felicitated several senior artists and enabling organizations.

Din Check, an award-winning, Boston-based live Bollywood band, brought the high-octane energy and rich musical tapestry of Indian cinema to Northborough with a free outdoor summer concert at Ellsworth McAfee Park on June 20, 2026. Hosted by Northborough Recreation, the two-hour cultural celebration welcomed over 300 people from across the region, marking a major programming milestone as the first time the town's annual Summer Concert Series has featured Indian musicians.

by Meena Subramanyam
In her compelling solo dance-theatre production Surpanaka, Jothi Raghavan draws from Kamban’s Ramavataram to re-center a marginal yet catalytic figure of the Ramayana. Rather than treating Surpanaka as a mere narrative device, the production interrogates her emotional landscape—her longing, humiliation, fury, and relentless agency—transforming her into a deeply human, if troubling, protagonist.

by Dr. Indrajeet Tyagi and Dr. Iranna Hirapur
Today, what we recognize as Cystic Fibrosis finds striking parallels in Ayurvedic descriptions of Kapha-dominant disorders of the Pranavaha Srotas (respiratory channels). While Ayurveda does not name “Cystic Fibrosis” explicitly, its principles offer a deep, functional understanding of the disease process and its systemic impact.

Vision-Aid will stage its much-anticipated 2026 annual event, “Brothers in Arms: The Lions of Sivaganga,” on Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Collins Center for the Performing Arts in Andover, Massachusetts. The Broadway-style dance production is the U.S. premiere of acclaimed choreographer Kalaimamani Madurai R. Muralidaran’s newest creation, “Marudhiruvar,” and continues a sold-out community tradition that has anchored New England’s summer calendar for 18 consecutive years.

by Suman Adisesh
The second edition of Natya Samaagam, a community‑centered Bharatanatyam festival built on the tenet “Art over the Artist,” concluded this past weekend (June 12, 13, and 14) after three days of vibrant performances by local dancers. Conceived by Bharatanatyam artist Suman Adisesh (Spandha School of Dance and  Creative Arts, Acton, MA) and curated by Suman and Sangeetha Prasanna (Natya Rasika School of Dance, Acton, MA), the festival continues to advance a new model for artistic collaboration in New England.

Boston witnessed a remarkable fusion of spirituality, music, and philanthropy as Ekal Vidyalaya's Boston Chapter presented UTSAV – Bhajan Clubbing for a Purpose, a first-of-its-kind event that transformed traditional bhajans into an energetic community celebration while raising awareness and support for rural and tribal development in India. [more]

The India Association of New Hampshire (IANH) successfully hosted Vasant Festival 2026 at Nashua High School South, bringing together approximately 750 attendees for a vibrant celebration of Indian culture. 

by Amandeep Singh
On May 31st, the New England Punjabi Association hosted a Kavi Darbar and musical program dedicated to Sufi poetry, filling the air with a sense of spirituality (or ruhaniat).

The Connecticut chapter of the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO-CT) celebrated its 20th Anniversary with a grand Annual Awards Banquet at the Water’s Edge Banquet Hall, Darien, CT on June 13, 2026, recognizing Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox,  Anil R. Diwan, Nitin Mhatre, Hemchandra M. Shertukde, and Ajay Ghosh for their civic and professional excellence.

Satsang Center and Gayatri Pariwar New England invites you to celebrate Gayatri Jayanti on June 27th in Woburn, MA.

Bina Negandhi and her group presents 'Prem Pratima', a musical dance drama presentation featuring over 40 artists, on June 28th in Woburn, MA.

UIANE invites you to their Summer Potluck Picnic (7/12) and Spirit of India and International Youth Day (8/9).

Vision Aid warmly invite you to our signature annual event on Sunday, July 26th from 4 to 7:30 pm. Immerse yourself in the Broadway Style Historical Spectacular "Brothers in Arms: The Lions of Sivaganga" — a breathtaking dance production honoring the unsung heroes of the Indian Independence movement. [more]

Registration for Vivekananda Family Camp 2026 from 8/16/26-8/22/26 in Dublin, NH (lovely and beautiful Monadnock Region of New Hampshire, right on the border of MA and NH) is now open. [more]

The India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB) proudly announces its flagship summer cultural festival, “Colors of India – Stories That Inspire,” taking place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the NARA Park Amphitheater, Acton, MA. [more]

TiE Boston today announced the main program tracks and discussion themes for TiECON East 2026, its flagship entrepreneurial conference, co-hosted by TiE New York, and taking place on October 2, 2026, at the Burlington Marriott Hotel in Burlington, Massachusetts. [more]

'They say a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. For me, that journey also included a cancelled flight, spending the night sleeping on a bench at the airport, lost luggage, and a race against the clock to win a national award.' - Siddharth Vikram, first place in the Mott Million Dollar Challenge for the 5th–8th grade business track.

TiE Boston is proud to announce that PulseAera, the 2026 First Place team from TiE Boston’s TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) Academy, won the Best Execution in its competition track and the Best Maker Faire Award among 17 U.S. teams at the TYE Global Finals in Seattle. The PulseAera team includes Chetan Pisupati, Shaurya Bedre, Arjun Singhania, Zaid Rana, Diya Nair, and Vihaan Tripathi. PulseAera developed a smart HVAC air filter solution designed to reduce costs, improve indoor air quality, and help prevent allergy and asthma symptoms.

The New Hampshire Chapter of Ekal Vidyalaya recently celebrated a significant milestone with its first youth-led robotics workshop, bringing together STEM education, leadership, and community service in support of Ekal's mission of holistic development in rural and tribal India. Ekal continues to make an impact across 100K villages in India, ably supported by over 50 Chapters across US. The initiative was led by Rakhi Grover, Youth Director of Ekal NH.

Miss Kumu Gupta is a new Guinness World Record Holder for an attempt by Ministry of Ayush, Government of India , " Largest Viewership of a YouTube Live Yoga Stream" , in celebration of  12th U.N. International Day of  Yoga 2026.  

by Pallavi Nagesha
What happens when classical dance theater steps into the realm of cosmic wonder? In her latest solo choreography, Adbhutam, presented at the Boston Center for the Arts Black Box Theatre, dancer Suman Adisesh ventured into the vast expanse where physical science pauses and transcendent experience begins. Mentored by Guru Padmini Ravi, the production was an earnest testament to Adisesh’s rigorous physical conditioning and deep-seated commitment to her craft, filling the intimate space with an infectious, high-energy dynamism.

TiE Boston announced the appointment of Ameeta Soni as Chair and Vikram Venkatasubramanian as Co-Chair of TiECON East 2026, the region’s largest entrepreneurship conference, taking place on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Burlington Marriott Hotel in Burlington, MA. This year’s conference theme, “The Next Growth Playbook: Product, Market and Capital in the Age of AI.”

On occasion of Juneteenth, Global Peace Secretariat is honored to announce Ms. Rita Daniels, great-great-great-granddaughter of the historic African American activist Harriet Tubman as Special Advisor and induct Ms. Daniels into its Women's Walk of Fame, Legacy Daughters section.

by Pt. Bharani
Nirjala Ekadashi demands complete fasting — no food and no water — for a continuous period of 24 hours, making it the most austere observance among all Ekadashis. Its uniqueness is beautifully explained in the Bhavishya Purana, during the dialogue between Bhima and Sage Vyasa.

by Madhumati Tyagi and Geetha Patil
Festive gatherings, family celebrations, and cultural traditions are often sweetened with indulgences—laddoos, halwas, barfis, and rich desserts. While these delights bring joy and togetherness, they can also leave behind an uncomfortable aftereffect: heartburn. Ayurveda, however, offers a range of gentle, natural remedies to restore equilibrium and provide relief.

Here are two problems for one and all!

by Geetha Patil and Madhumati Tyagi 
Here’s a simple, cooling Cucumber Raita—perfect for hot summer days and a great side dish for any meal. It is perfect for summer because it is naturally cooling (yogurt + cucumber), keeps you hydrated, light, fresh, and easy to digest.

Why did the student eat his homework? Because his teacher said it was a piece of cake.

Grandeur!

'All men are created equal...they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights.' - Thomas Jefferson.