Spain, Italy and Turkey are the most visited countries in Europe! 

It was hard to get through the crowds that thronged the hallways at Diamond Middle School in Lexington, MA, on May 16, 2026, where Hindu Heritage Day was being celebrated with great enthusiasm. This year’s theme was “Leela”, featuring cultural performances; painting, story telling and trivia contests; and photo booth.

By the divine grace & blessings of Shri Maruti Bhagavan and Pujya Gurudev, Chinmaya Maruti (Boston) conducted a beautiful Hanuman Chalisa Havan yajña at our ashram in Andover MA on the morning of May 10, 2026 which featured seven havan kunds, a 10-foot recreation of Sidhbari Hanuman Ji, and a unique dramatization of the first 108 Jñāna Yajñas.

Saheli will host its annual conference, Beyond Survival: Safety, Systems & Dignity, on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Babson College. [more]

by Dr. Indrajeet Tyagi and Geetha Patil
As summer intensifies many people instinctively avoid the sun to escape the heat. Ironically, this same sunlight is the body’s most important natural source of vitamin D—a nutrient essential for bone health, immunity, and overall metabolic function. Despite abundant sunshine, large sections of the population remain vitamin D deficient. Experts now emphasize that safe, strategic sun exposure—not complete avoidance—is the key to overcoming this silent deficiency epidemic.

by Java Joshi
Do your parents feel lonely at home? It's a question many South Asian families quietly wrestle with, especially while juggling careers, children, and the deep-rooted responsibility of caring for aging loved ones. [more]

IITAGNE's first major social event of the season on 9 May 2026 — Spring Milan 2026— brought together nearly sixty IIT alumni and their families for an afternoon filled with warmth, laughter, and shared memories. Alumni from the class of 1979 to 2024 living in MA, NH and RI attended the social.

Even though the World Food Movement (WFM) has been serving freshly cooked, nutritious meals every week at Middlesex Community College since February 2026 to ensure that students do not go hungry, it has now been launched formally by President Phil Sisson of Middlesex Community College, Sri Chanchalapathi Dasa, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of WFM; Sri Naveena Neerada Dasa, Executive Director of WFM; Sri Sadananda Dasa, President of WFM Massachusetts; along with donors and other dignitaries. [more]

IITAGNE innvites you for Strength Training for Improved Health Outcomes (5/30), Tech Talk: Security and Generative AI-Friends or Foe (6/6) and Annual Picnic (9/12).

The IAGB 5K Run Walk for Education & Vision will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026. This is a community event supporting Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation and Vision-Aid, two nonprofit organizations dedicated to empowering underserved communities through education and vision rehabilitation. [more]

Written, composed, and choreographed by Local talent, "Shodasa Kalanidhi" takes you through the 16 rituals (often known as Shodasopachara) for GOD and states / concludes that "Maanavseva ye Maadhavseva". [more]

Off Kendrik is delighted to bring Voices 2026 to the greater Boston area. Launched in 2016, this true-story telling show (in the tradition of The Moth) presents true stories about South Asian immigrant experiences every other year and on June 5th it will be held at Waltham's historic Charles River Museum of industry where the very foundations of this new land were laid by the immigrants of the time. Our show this year has two distinct segments. [more]

The New England Ekal family warmly invites you to an unforgettable afternoon of music, devotion, and community at UTSAV: Bhajan Clubbing for a Purpose on June 6 in Marlboro, MA. [more]

For 1st time in MA, join Nayanbhai Joshi for Special Adhik Maas Katha from June 11-13, 2026 and Sri Purushottam Maha Yagna on June 14th in Danvers, MA.

After the success of the first Season of Natya Samaagam, we now bring to you 9 new creative works by artists at the Historic Plaza Black Box theater at the vibrant theater district in Boston from June 12-14, 2026. [more]

Shri Dwarkamai presents Bhajan Sandhya on June 7th at 7 pm.

Sewa International Boston team invites you to theur Annual Gala, UJWAL: Nourishing Minds, Powering Progress, on June 13, 2026 at the Boston Marriott Newton. [more]

Kabir Society and LearnQuest invite you to 5th Annual Kabir Festival, an evening of music and dance celebrating the timeless wisdom of Kabir Das, on June 27th in Waaltham, 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]

by Geetha Patil
The United India Association of New England (UIANE) marked an important milestone for the local Indian‑American community by hosting its first Youth Empowerment Summit on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Durga Hall, Shivalaya Temple of Greater Boston. The well‑attended event brought together high school students, college youth, young professionals, parents, educators, and community leaders from across Greater Boston and neighboring New England states. [more]

Samples from the Hindu Heritage Day 2026 Painting Contest!

TiE Boston’s TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) Academy celebrated the conclusion of its 2025–2026 program year with its annual Final Pitch Competition on May 9, showcasing the creativity, hard work, and entrepreneurial growth of high school students from across the Greater Boston area.

by Suryaa Ramaswamy
From the moment the Surabhi series (2025-2026) was announced, it was clear that this was far more than a set of performances. The Council of Indian Fine Arts signaled a larger vision: to nurture local artists, create meaningful platforms, and bring world-class performers into our community. With Surabhi, they fulfilled that promise beautifully. [more]

In this enlightening conversation, Swami ji shares timeless wisdom on Hindu thought, symbolism, and spiritual practice. Connecting ancient teachings with modern life, he offers profound insights into Dharma and inner transformation. [more]

In a landmark milestone for global Hindu civic and political engagement, Americans4Hindus (A4H) proudly launched its sister organization, Britons4Hindus (B4H), in London. The launch brought together an inspiring gathering of over 300 attendees, including more than a dozen Mayors, Councillors, elected representatives, community leaders, professionals, youth, and Hindu organizations committed to strengthening civic participation and leadership among British Hindus.

by Pt. Anand Tripathi Shastri
In the cyclical rhythm of the Indian calendar, Adhik Maas—the sacred “extra month”—arrives not merely as an astronomical correction but as a profound spiritual opportunity. Known also as Purushottama Maas, this intercalary period invites a subtle but powerful shift in life’s priorities. It calls for restraint in worldly pursuits and encourages a deeper engagement with devotion, reflection, and charity (dāna).

by Dr. Indrajeet Tyagi and Dr. Iranna Hirapur
Pneumonia, a potentially serious infection of the lungs, continues to affect millions worldwide each year—cutting across age, geography, and socioeconomic boundaries. In this evolving healthcare landscape, a growing number of physicians and patients are turning toward an integrative approach—combining modern medical treatment with traditional Ayurvedic practices—to enhance recovery and restore overall well-being.

by Dr. Indrajeet and Sunil Kumar D
As summer temperatures rise, staying hydrated becomes a daily priority. While most people respond by drinking more water—often ice-cold beverages, both modern medicine and Ayurveda suggest a more nuanced approach. True hydration, experts say, is not just about quantity, but about how fluids are consumed, how the body processes them, and how heat affects internal balance.

This your knowledge with this quiz on summer season. [more]

by Madhumati Tyagi and Sunil Kumar D
As heatwaves intensify, Aam Panna—a tangy drink made from raw mango—continues to be a time-tested remedy for hydration and heat exhaustion. Rich in vitamin C, potassium, and natural electrolytes, this drink helps restore fluids and maintain body temperature during extreme summer conditions.

Library jokes [more]

Hues of orange and twilight [more]

'Small steps taken consistently lead to big achievements over time.'
'Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.' [more]