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Autone, a retail startup based in London, has recently announced that it has successfully raised $17 million in a Series A funding round. The funding was led by General Catalyst, with support from other...

Lightmatter, a supercomputing photonic startup, recently secured an impressive $400 million in a Series D funding round. This funding was led by new investor T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., and has brought Lightmatter's valuation...

Chirag Kathrani, a newcomer to the political scene, is challenging Council Member Mark H Armstrong for the position of Mayor in San Ramon. Despite being warned by many against entering the race, Kathrani felt...

October 17, 2024 marks the 35th anniversary of the destructive Loma Prieta earthquake that struck California in 1989. The 6.9 magnitude earthquake caused significant damage and claimed the lives of 63 people in the...

Bisni Narayanan, an Indian American, has been elected as the President of the Connecticut Pharmacists Association (CPA), making her the first South Asian-origin President of the organization since its establishment in 1876 by pharmacists...

Xscape Silicon Photonics, a startup focused on revolutionizing AI data centers, recently announced that it has successfully secured $44 million in Series A funding. The funding round was led by IAG Capital Partners, with...

The partnership between the United States and India has taken a significant step forward in the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI). While their collaboration has traditionally focused on software services and outsourcing, they are...

Niken Patel and Vinay Saini, Indian American founders of the customer service AI startup Neuron7, recently announced securing a significant investment from Keith Block, the former CEO of Salesforce. The investment of $44 million...

In today's fast-paced society, many of us find ourselves constantly running from one task to another, trying to keep up with deadlines and commitments. The stress of this never-ending cycle pushes us to rely...

We are thrilled to announce that Jasbina Ahluwalia will be joining India Currents as our Relationship Columnist. She will be the author of our new monthly column, 'Love.Connect.,' which will cover all aspects of...

Relyance AI, a data governance startup, recently secured $32 million in Series B funding to further its mission of enhancing data transparency and ensuring compliance with governance policies. The investment round was led by...

Alchemy, a pharmacy startup focusing on HIV clinics, has successfully raised $31 million in seed financing. The funding round was led by Andreessen Horowitz’ a16z Bio + Health initiative, with basketball legend Earvin “Magic”...

Amplitude Inc., a prominent analytics software company, has recently made a strategic move by acquiring Command AI, a startup known for its AI-powered user assistance capabilities. This acquisition is aimed at enhancing Amplitude's digital...

The Kodavas are a unique community residing in Kodagu, with mysterious origins that have been the subject of various speculations. One theory suggests they may have descended from Alexander the Great's soldiers or pre-Islamic...

The Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters Office (ROV) has announced an upcoming in-person Voter Accessibility Workshop scheduled for October 16, 2024. The workshop is open to the public and aims to educate attendees...

Zeal, a modern payroll platform, recently secured $15 million in Series B funding led by Portage on October 10. This investment round also included existing backers like Spark Capital and Commerce Ventures. The company's...

Pravesh Kumar, a 51-year-old tech executive, is running for Fremont City Council District 1 after a successful 25-year career in the tech industry. As a long-time resident of Fremont and a parent who has...

Nicole Fernandez is a candidate for the San Mateo city council, District 2. She is a career public servant and the first American born on both sides of her family. Fernandez, a Pakistani American...

Himanshu Shah, the founder of Shah Capital based in Raleigh, NC, has established himself as a successful investor with a unique investment philosophy and strategy. Starting his journey into finance at a young age...

Cartage, a startup focused on automating freight operations, recently secured $3.3 million in funding from various investors. The funding round was led by prominent names such as Y Combinator, Garage Capital, Wayfinder Ventures, Northside...

Dr. Shashi Tharoor, a well-known author, intellectual, former UN diplomat, and Member of Parliament from Thiruvananthapuram in India, recently attended The South Asian Literature and Art Festival (SALA 2024) as a keynote speaker. He...

Shankar Kenkre, a long-time resident of Foster City, is making his first run for office in the Foster City Council. With a master's degree in computer science and 25 years of experience running a...

Nirmala Bandrapalli, a candidate for Burlingame City Council District 2, is a dedicated and experienced individual who has been deeply involved in shaping the progress of the city for over two decades. Born in...

Paying tribute to Ratan Tata, Cornell University highlighted the impact of his generous donations and philanthropic efforts. Tata, a distinguished business leader and philanthropist from India, passed away on Oct 9. He graduated from...

Vin Kruttiventi, a Republican candidate, is running for the U.S. House to represent California's 14th Congressional District. He was born in Hyderabad, India, and holds a bachelor's degree from Osmania University. Kruttiventi is an...

Arjun Batra is a familiar face in San Jose's District 10, seeking re-election to the City Council. With over four decades of residency in the area, he has deep roots within the community. Batra's...

The fall season brings with it the highly anticipated 3rd i Film Festival, featuring a diverse range of independent films from South Asia and the South Asian Diaspora. This festival is a celebration of...

Vivek Mohan, a first-generation immigrant who has been living in Pleasanton for 12 years, is running for City Council District 4. Mohan holds a Bachelor of Arts from India, a B.Sc. in Computer Science...

Indian Americans are increasingly becoming a significant political force in the United States. With over 4.8 million Indian Americans living in the country, and over 2 million of them being citizens, politicians are now...

On November 5th, American citizens will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of the country by participating in the 2024 elections. This upcoming presidential election has been described as...

Spry Therapeutics, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) startup based in Pune, has recently secured $15 million in funding to expand its services to the US healthcare market. The funding round was led by Flourish Ventures, with...

Aditya Grover, an Indian American scholar and assistant professor of computer science at UCLA Samueli School of Engineering, has been honored with a prestigious National Science Foundation Career Award for his groundbreaking research in...

A virtual mentoring series called “MARG” has been launched by the Embassy of India in Washington DC in partnership with the Ministry of Education of India and University Grants Commission of India. The aim...

Satish Chandra, a candidate for Santa Clara City Council, District 1, is a strong advocate for public safety and community engagement. With a background in the IT industry and a decade of residency in...

WattBuy, a startup founded by Naman Trivedi and Ben Hood, aims to make renewable energy more accessible and affordable for US residents. The company, established in 2017, provides personalized recommendations to help lower energy...

Dr. Salil Garg, a researcher at Yale University, has been granted a prestigious award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for his work on non-genetic heterogeneity, which focuses on how cell systems with...

Navigating the college admissions process can be overwhelming for parents, with endless advice and information available. However, finding the right support and community can make a significant difference in this journey. One mother shared...

Prepared, a public safety startup based in New York, recently secured $27 million in funding during its Series B round. This brings the total amount of funding raised by the company to nearly $60...

Aetherflux, a space-based solar startup founded by billionaire Robinhood co-founder Baiju Bhatt, is aiming to harness solar power from space in a unique way. Bhatt, with a net worth of $1.7 billion, is self-funding...

Ramayya Krishnan, the Indian American dean of the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University, has been chosen as the lead researcher for a new artificial intelligence cooperative research...

Immersive Experience at SALA 2024: Discover the Ultimate Event DestinationImtiaz Ali, the renowned filmmaker known for hits like “Jab We Met” and “Rockstar,” recently shared insights into his creative process during a lively conversation....

Growing up, many Bengali children may not have known about the significance of Nabapatrika. For those raised in aristocratic families with long-standing Durga Puja traditions, Nabapatrika may have been familiar. However, for most children...

Councilmember Raj Salwan, a familiar face in Fremont, is now vying for the position of Mayor. Born and raised in the city, Salwan's roots run deep as he attended Vallejo Mill Elementary School and...

Successful companies are not built overnight. They require a combination of key factors that distinguish them from the rest. Recently, Paul Graham, the founder of YC, shared some valuable insights on the "Founder Mode"...

The Yuba City Nagar Kirtan festival is a highly anticipated event that brings together Sikhs from all over the country. This year, the festival will take place from November 1 to November 3 at...