NRI News

Sewa International’s Sewa Hindu Mobile Pantry in the Dallas–Fort Worth area continues to make a meaningful difference by providing food assistance to students and families in need. Consul General D.C. Manjunath visited the facility and appreciated Sewa International’s dedicated volunteers and their commitment to addressing food insecurity through community service and compassion. The initiative serves a large number of students …

San Antonio Diwali 2026 was celebrated with great enthusiasm, jointly organized by the City of San Antonio and Anuja SA – San Antonio–Chennai Sister City Alliance, showcasing India’s rich cultural heritage and traditions. Consul General D.C. Manjunath joined San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, city council members and community leaders for the festivities, celebrating the spirit of friendship and cultural …

State Bank of India (California), a wholly owned subsidiary of the State Bank of India (SBI), inaugurated its new branch in Frisco, Texas, marking its first expansion beyond California. Consul General D.C. Manjunath joined SBI Group Chairman C.S. Setty and Frisco Mayor Mark Hill at the inauguration ceremony. The new branch will offer retail and business banking services, including deposits, …

North American Telugu Society (NATS) Dallas Chapter marked a major milestone in community welfare by hosting one of the largest free medical camps in the organization’s history. Delivering seven hours of continuous, non-stop service, the medical camp provided critical health checkups, screenings, and doctor consultations to more than 1,000 individuals across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. ​Organized to bridge essential gaps …

I Lost Not Only the Markets, But My Relatives and Friends as Well By Ram Chandra Bhatta On the morning of August 26, upon waking up, my hand reached for my cellphone resting on the charger. As I scrolled through social media, a photograph caught my eye and stopped me in my tracks. The Jalapa Devi Temple, located in Devighat—just …

లండన్ ఉత్సవ్ సమితి వినాయక చవితి వేడుకలు లండన్‌లోని సటన్, క్రోయ్‌డాన్ ప్రాంతాల్లో నివసిస్తున్న తెలుగు ప్రజలు లండన్ ఉత్సవ్ సమితి ఆధ్వర్యంలో వినాయక చవితి వేడుకలను భక్తిశ్రద్ధలతో, అత్యంత వైభవంగా జరుపుకున్నారు. సెప్టెంబర్ 19, 2026 (శనివారం) నిర్వహించిన ఈ వేడుకలకు పెద్ద సంఖ్యలో తెలుగు కుటుంబాలు హాజరై సందడి చేశాయి. ఈ సందర్భంగా ప్రత్యేకంగా ప్రతిష్ఠించిన వినాయకుడికి వేద మంత్రోచ్చారణల మధ్య శాస్త్రోక్తంగా పూజలు, అభిషేకాలు, అర్చనలు నిర్వహించారు. చిన్నారులు, పెద్దలు భక్తిశ్రద్ధలతో పూజా కార్యక్రమాల్లో పాల్గొని స్వామివారి ఆశీస్సులు పొందారు. …

ATA New Jersey Hosts Eco-Friendly Ganesha Idol-Making Event for Children Edison, New Jersey: American Telugu Association (ATA) New Jersey organized a vibrant eco-friendly Ganesha idol-making event for children, bringing together tradition, creativity, and environmental responsibility. The young participants enthusiastically crafted beautiful Lord Ganesha idols using natural clay. Each creation reflected their imagination, artistic talent, and commitment to protecting the environment …

The Consulate General of India in Houston was pleased to participate in the special event on June 1, 2026 marking the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Foundation for India Studies (FIS) and Rice University—a significant step toward preserving and documenting the rich history of the Indian American community in Houston and beyond. Consul General D.C. Manjunath …

The Consulate General of India in Houston continues its ongoing efforts to reach out to the Indian diaspora and provide timely, accurate, and accessible consular information. As part of these continuous initiatives, the Consulate hosted a Special Consular Information Session on Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) applications on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Consulate. The session provided detailed guidance …

A Grand Celebration of 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel will be happening in Hyderabad on Sunday, 31st of May 2026 at Exhibition Grounds Nampally, Hyderabad. This event is Hosted by Bharat Bharathi- Hyderabad. There will be lots of cultural programs, live performances, Food Festival, Exhibitions and more. Please come and celebrate the Festival. If you need more …