Last Saturday, March 1st, PrayasPDX hosted a spectacular Spring Soirée, a vibrant celebration that beautifully captured the essence of the season. The event seamlessly blended the exuberance of Basonto, the Indian spring, with the sophistication of a soirée, creating an atmosphere filled with joy, color, and cultural richness.

Soor Aur Saptak (SAS), an Indian-American singing group, will be celebrating its 14th Annual Musical Benefit Concert on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts Auditorium in Beaverton, OR.

The Portland Balaji Temple will be celebrating Maha Shivaratri from February 24–26, 2025, with a series of important rituals and ceremonies, including Rudra Abhishekam, Homam, and special Aarti sessions. These sacred practices are dedicated to honoring Lord Shiva, with devotees coming together to offer prayers, seek blessings, and engage in spiritual reflection

Congratulations to Mr.Ajay Bhatt, Portland’s very own Mr. Ajay Bhatt has been recognized with India’s prestigious Padma Shri Award for his outstanding contributions to technology and innovation. A visionary in the field, Mr. Bhatt played a pivotal role in the development of the Universal Serial Bus (USB) and led the USB team at Intel, Oregon, revolutionizing the way the world connects and interacts with technology.

The Gujarati Samaj of Portland celebrated India’s 76th Republic Day with a grand event on January 27, 2024. Marking the adoption of India’s Constitution on January 26, 1950, the celebration was a vibrant display of patriotism and cultural heritage