Championing AI’s Human Side: Noelle Russell’s Keynote at DC Startup Week
The ninth edition of DC Startup and Tech Week began on October 21, attracting tech leaders from all over the country to Washington, D.C. for a week filled with innovation and collaboration. A standout...
Entrepreneurial Mysticism in BRICS: Uncovering the Games of Theorems
As economies around the world struggle to grow under traditional economic theories, BRICS nations are taking a different approach by embracing "entrepreneurial mysticism" to drive prosperity from the ground up. This shift positions BRICS...
How Leadership Gaps and Priorities Could Impact U.S. Space Race Success
Vice President Kamala Harris was tasked with leading the National Space Council (NSpC), but has only met three times during her tenure, focusing more on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives rather than strategies...
Farther Wealth Management Firm Raises $72 Million with Alphabet’s Support
Farther, a prominent wealth management firm based in New York City, recently closed a successful $72 million Series C funding round on October 10. The funding was co-led by CapitalG, the independent growth fund...
Khosla Ventures October Investment Surge: Tech & Healthcare Focus
Mythili Devarakonda joined The American Bazaar as a Staff Writer in October 2024. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Maryland, College Park. While her portfolio goes back to her...
Microsoft CEO Nadella Highlights Record AI Growth and Future Vision in Shareholder Letter
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's recent letter to shareholders showcased the company's exceptional growth in AI and its future vision. As Microsoft celebrates its 50th anniversary, Nadella highlighted the significant advancements made in the field...
Should Illegal Immigrant Children Have Access to Education in the US?
Illegal Immigrant Children's Right to Education in the USLast year, the Saugus Public School Committee made changes to its admissions policy, requiring proof of legal residency for students to enroll. Critics argue that this...
OpenAI Appoints Aaron ‘Ronnie’ Chatterji as First Chief Economist
OpenAI, a leading AI research organization based in San Francisco, California, has made a significant move by appointing Dr. Aaron "Ronnie" Chatterji as its first Chief Economist. This decision marks a crucial step in...
Amit Zavery Joins ServiceNow as COO: Key Move from Google Cloud
Amit Zavery, the former cloud chief at Google, has made a significant career move by joining ServiceNow as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). This decision comes just a day after he announced his departure...
Supporting Men’s Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
Men's mental health is a topic that is often overlooked in discussions about health and well-being. While there is a plethora of information available on physical health and fitness, resources for mental health support...
Asian Artists Reflect on Freedom: Voices of Freedom
Inspired by the renowned poet Rabindranath Tagore's poem, Inner Eye Arts has put together a visually stunning art exhibit called "Voices of Freedom." This exhibit showcases the work of Asian artists who explore various...
Darpan: Kathak Recital Celebrating Guru-Shishya Tradition
Shambhavi’s International School of Kathak (SISK) recently celebrated its tenth anniversary with a special edition of its flagship show, Darpan. Unlike traditional performances, Darpan takes an introspective approach, serving as a mirror for the...
TikTok Allows Political Disinformation in Ads: Report
TikTok's Failure to Detect Political Disinformation in AdsRecently, a report by the nonprofit Global Witness revealed that TikTok approved advertisements containing election disinformation despite having a ban on political ads. The group conducted a...
Savor South Indian Fine Dining at Semma in New York City
New York City is quickly becoming a hotspot for exquisite Indian cuisine, rivaling even London in its offerings. With a surge in Indian fine dining establishments, New York is showcasing diverse regional specialties and...
Rinu Nair: Desi Candidate for Fremont School Board (Area 4)
Rinu Nair, a recent graduate of Irvington High School and a product of the Fremont Unified School District, is running for a seat on the school board to represent the student body. Born and...
Phaseshift: Canadian Startup Raises $3 Million Investment
Phaseshift Technologies, a materials science startup based in Toronto, recently announced the successful closure of a $3 million seed financing round. The funding was led by prominent investors such as Innospark Ventures, Draper Associates,...
Procurement Software Startup Zip Valued at $2.2B in Landmark Investment Deal
Zip, a startup that offers AI-powered software for businesses to purchase goods and supplies, has recently closed a Series D funding round, raising $190 million. The funding was led by BOND and saw participation...
Leadership Gaps and Priorities: The Cost of U.S. in the Space Race
The National Space Council (NSpC) has been facing leadership gaps and priorities under Vice President Harris, according to Dr. Ajay Kothari. While China continues to make strides in lunar exploration, the U.S. seems to...
Embracing AI’s Human Side: Noelle Russell’s Keynote at DC Startup Week
DC Startup and Tech Week began with a bang, attracting tech leaders from all corners of the country to the nation's capital for a week dedicated to innovation and collaboration. Among the highlights of...
Exploring BRICS Entrepreneurial Mysticism and Theorems: A Deep Dive
As global economies face challenges under traditional economic theories, BRICS nations are turning to “entrepreneurial mysticism” to drive grassroots prosperity, positioning themselves as the new leaders in the global economy.For decades, Western economies have...
California Minimum Wage Increase: Vote for $18 Minimum Wage
California is on the verge of making history by potentially having the highest minimum wage in the country if voters approve a ballot measure to raise it to $18 by 2026. This move aims...
‘Infinite Facets: Vishwa Shanthi Dance Academy Performance Showcase’
Vishwa Shanthi Dance Academy (VSDA) is gearing up to mark its 25th anniversary with a special performance called ‘Infinite Facets – An Exploration of the Self’ on October 26. The talented choreographer behind this...
Antiverse Raises $4.6 Million in Funding for AI-Driven Biotech Startup
Antiverse, a biotech startup based in Cardiff, recently announced that it has secured $4.6 million in seed funding. This latest round of funding was led by i&i Biotech Fund and Kadmos Capital, along with...
Ibrahim Bashir: Desi Candidate Running for Los Altos City Council
Ibrahim Bashir is a Desi candidate running for Los Altos City Council. He is a father of three kids and has lived in Los Altos, which he considers his true home. Born in Saudi...
Groww Investment Platform Pays $160 Million in Tax and Relocates to India
Groww Investment Platform Pays $160 Million in Tax and Relocates to IndiaIndian investment platform Groww recently made a significant move by paying $159.4 million in taxes as it shifted its domicile back to India...
AI and Innovation Shine at DC Startup and Tech Week 2024
The DC Startup and Tech Week 2024, formerly known as DC Startup Week, is back for its ninth year in Washington, D.C. With over 300 speakers and 150 sessions, the event focuses on the...
Modern Rajasthani Heritage at Lakme Fashion Week by Punit Balana
Punit Balana, a designer hailing from Bikaner, Rajasthan, finds his inspiration in the vibrant culture of his home state. His latest collection, Johari Bazaar, showcased at Lakme Fashion Week, reflects the essence and liveliness...
Business Talks and Startup Strategies with Rohit Bhargava: A Non-Boring Perspective
Rohit Bhargava, a well-known author and marketing expert, recently shared his insights on business strategies and startup success in an interview with The American Bazaar. With a background in marketing and innovation workshops conducted...
Desi Voter Support for Kamala Harris Strong in Key States, Poll Finds
South Asian voters in key states are showing strong support for Vice President Kamala Harris, according to a recent poll conducted by the Indian American Impact Fund. The poll, which targeted battleground states such...
Collaboration Between UC Berkeley Institute and Indian Policymakers to Address Extreme Heat Challenges
In July 2024, a primer on heat stress was published by Dr. Ashok Gadgil and Elif Kilic from the IECC (India Energy and Climate Center) at Berkeley's Public Policy-The Goldman School. The primer emphasizes...
Fall Fundraiser: Music Event for Charity & Community Support
On the evening of October 19, 2024, Saratoga was filled with the enchanting sounds of music and the warmth of heartfelt conversations as Enabling Leadership hosted its annual fundraiser, "Autumn Acoustics". This event was...
Annual Open Enrollment for Affordable Care Act Begins on November 1
It's time for the annual open enrollment season for health plans under the Affordable Care Act. Starting from November 1 to January 15, current enrollees need to update their information or choose a new...
Blues and Hindi Fusion: Aki Kumar’s Unique Approach to Music and Message
A new sub-genre of music is on the rise, thanks to Aki Kumar, a talented musician known for fusing Blues with Hindi melodies. Recently nominated in Metro's "Best Local Band" category and signed with...
Prabhakar Raghavan Named Chief Technologist at Google for AI Initiatives
Google, a technology giant, has made a significant move in the artificial intelligence (AI) space by appointing Prabhakar Raghavan as Chief Technologist. Raghavan, a senior Indian American executive, has been leading the search engine...
Desis On The Ballot: Spotlight on Richa Awasthi for Foster City Council
Richa Awasthi, a long-time resident of Foster City, has been actively involved in the community for over two decades. Her journey of community service began with volunteering at her children's school and eventually led...
Foiled Assassination Plot: Justice Department Charges Vikash Yadav
On October 17, the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) released an indictment of Indian citizen Vikash Yadav for his role in a foiled plot to murder Sikh separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American...
Founder of India’s Largest Edtech Startup Declares Byju’s Worth Zero
Byju’s, the once highly valued edtech startup in India, has faced a significant setback as its founder, Byju Raveendran, declared that the company is now worth "zero" due to insolvency issues. Raveendran cited reasons...
‘VivaChat: Facetime with AI by Indian American Startup’
Viva Labs, an Indian American-founded AI startup, has just launched their latest platform, VivaChat. This new platform allows users to engage in video chats with realistic AI-generated clones of people. Leveraging OpenAI ChatGPT’s Advanced...
Medi-Cal Transformation: Progress and Impact on Healthcare
Nom, a survivor of domestic violence, moved to the United States from South Africa with her daughter to live with her American husband. However, her life took a turn for the worse when her...
Vasanth Shetty: Desis On The Ballot for San Ramon City Council District 1
Vasanth Shetty is a technology and finance executive who is running for the seat of Council Member in San Ramon’s District 1. He is a member of the City of San Ramon’s Economic Development...
Tara Sreekrishnan for California State Assembly: Desis on the Ballot in District 26
Tara Sreekrishnan, a daughter of immigrants, is running for California Assembly District 26 in the heart of Silicon Valley. She aims to become the first Hindu woman in the California Assembly and the only...
Addressing the Issue of Medical Debt: Harris Supports Reduction Efforts
Patient and consumer advocates are turning to Kamala Harris for help with medical debt issues should she win the upcoming presidential election. Harris is seen as the best candidate to maintain access to health...
Top 8 Indian American Companies in US Chamber of Commerce CO-100 List
At least eight Indian American led companies have made it to the US Chamber of Commerce’s exclusive 2024 CO—100 list recognizing 100 of the best and brightest small and mid-sized businesses across America. Celebrated...
Desis on the Ballot: Harbir K. Bhatia for Santa Clara City Council
Harbir Kaur Bhatia, a dedicated community organizer and civic entrepreneur in Santa Clara, is running for City Council from District 1. As an Indian American Sikh, Bhatia's work is influenced by the teachings of...
The Kandahar Hijack: A Compelling Thriller with a Twist
On Christmas Eve in 1999, Indian Airlines flight IC 814 was hijacked by five men from the jihadist group Harkat-ul-Mujahideen. The plane, carrying 179 passengers and 11 crew members, was en route from Kathmandu...
























































