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SaaS Startup Raises $15 Million, Expands Service to US Healthcare Market

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...
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Aditya Grover Receives $500,000 NSF Career Award for Generative AI Research

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...
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Connecting Indian Students to U.S. Academic Experts: Introducing MARG

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...
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Satish Chandra for Santa Clara City Council: Desis On The Ballot

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...
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Save Money on Electricity Bills with WattBuy: A Startup’s Guide to Lowering Costs

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...
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Salil Garg of Yale University Receives NIH High-Risk, High-Reward Grant

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...
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Helpful Tips for Parents: Supporting Your Child Through College Admissions

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...
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AI-powered Public Safety Platform Raises $27 Million in Funding

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...
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Billionaire Robinhood Co-Founder Baiju Bhatt Supports Space-Based Solar Startup

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...
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AI Cooperative Research Center Led by Ramayya Krishnan at Carnegie Mellon University

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...
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Immersive Experience at SALA 2024: Discover the Ultimate Event Destination

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....
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Unveiling the Significance of Nabapatrika & Kola Bou in Durga Puja

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...
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Raj Salwan for Mayor of Fremont: Desis On The Ballot

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...
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Decoding Success: Key Factors that Distinguish Great Companies

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"...
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Yuba City Nagar Kirtan 2022: Dates, Schedule, and Event Details

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...
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Introducing Sri Lankan Milk Tea: Kola Goodies’ Success Story in America

Sajani Amarasiri, a Sri Lankan immigrant and entrepreneur, recently launched her company, Kola Goodies, in August 2021. Inspired by her heritage and the ancient South Asian wellness rituals, Amarasiri wanted to bring these traditions...
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Empowering Indian Americans with Dozee’s Remote Health Monitoring for Aging Parents in the U.S.

Dozee, a healthtech startup from India, has introduced a remote patient monitoring device called Shravan to the American market, with a focus on the Indian American community. This device allows for contactless monitoring of...
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Aruna Miller discusses Maryland’s AI strategy at UPenn: What it means for the state

Maryland's Lieutenant Governor, Aruna K. Miller, recently spoke at the University of Pennsylvania during the sixth PRECISE Industry Day on October 4, 2024. This event brought together leaders from academia, public service, and the...
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Tasveer Film Festival Unveils Jury Panel for 19th Edition

The Tasveer Film Festival has recently revealed the members of its jury panel for the upcoming 19th edition. This year, the festival will take place in Seattle from October 17 to 20 and will...
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Key Insights from Startup Funding Trends in Q3 2024

Startup funding in North America experienced a mix of highs and lows during the third quarter of 2024. While there were some areas of decline, there was also significant excitement surrounding investments in artificial...
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Vikas Khanna’s Bungalow Ranked in Top 50 by NYT: A Closer Look

Indian American chef Vikas Khanna's New York restaurant, Bungalow, has been recognized by The New York Times as one of America's top 50 restaurants. The NYT describes Bungalow as a unique dining experience that...
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Ankita M. Kumar Wins Award at Chicago South Asian Film Festival

Ankita M. Kumar, a filmmaker and journalist from the Bay Area, recently achieved a significant milestone with her documentary film "Far From Home" winning the Best Documentary award at the Chicago South Asian Film...
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Sachin Tendulkar Joins National Cricket League Ownership Group

As South Asians’ favorite game gains popularity in the US, Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has joined the National Cricket League’s (NCL) ownership group.Hailed by fans across the world as the “God of Cricket,”...
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Presidential Election 2020: Stark Contrast Between Candidates

The current Presidential Election in 2020 highlights a stark contrast between the candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. When we delve into their track records and policy positions, it becomes evident that the false...
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Chemical Startup Founded by Indian Americans Raises $40M in Funding

Mstack Chemicals, a chemical startup founded by Indian Americans, has recently secured $40 million in a Series A funding round. The company, based in Houston, Texas, aims to revolutionize the global chemical supply chain...
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Protect Your Indian Homes in Cupertino: How to Prevent Burglaries

Heena Desai recently attended a neighborhood watch orientation organized by the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Department to protect against home burglaries after burglars targeted South Asian homes in her east Cupertino neighborhood of Rancho...
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Mahatma Gandhi Bust Unveiled in Seattle: A Tribute to the Indian Leader

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, which is celebrated as a national holiday in India and recognized by the United Nations as the International Day of Non-Violence, a bust of Mahatma Gandhi was unveiled...
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AI Software Startup Poolside Secures $500M Series B Funding: Growth and Expansion in Sight

AI software startup Poolside has recently secured a significant $500 million in Series B funding, with backing from major players like Bain Capital, Nvidia, and Premji Invest. This funding has propelled Poolside's valuation to...
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OpenAI Secures $6.6 Billion Funding, Valuation Reaches $157 Billion

OpenAI, a prominent AI research and development company, recently announced that it has secured a massive $6.6 billion in funding, boosting its valuation to an impressive $157 billion. This funding round was led by...
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Indo-American Chamber of Commerce Houston Marks 25-Year Milestone

The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston recently celebrated its 25th-year anniversary at a gala event in Houston. The event, held at the Hilton Americas, was attended by over 700 guests who gathered...