Engagespot: Kerala Startup Joins Techstars NYC Accelerator
Engagespot, a startup based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has achieved a significant milestone by being accepted into the prestigious Techstars New York City Accelerator Program....
California House Races: Why Counting Votes Takes Weeks
One week after Election Day, the fate of the U.S. House majority hinges on a handful of races where winners have not been declared....
Celebrating Immigrant Resilience: The Pradeeps Of Pittsburgh
Vijal Patel's comedy series, The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh Season 1 on Amazon Prime, may seem light-hearted at first glance, but it delves into the...
Indian Americans in Fortune’s Top 100 Most Powerful Business People
Indian Americans have made a significant mark on Fortune's list of the 100 Most Powerful People in Business for 2024. Among the notable figures...
Columbia Students’ Biotech AI Startup Secures $4M in Seed Funding
San Francisco-based startup Anthrogen, founded by Ankit Singhal, Connor Lee, and Vignesh Karthik, recently secured $4 million in seed funding to further their mission...
Government Efficiency Department Led by Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk
President-elect Donald Trump has selected entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE). The purpose of this new...
Trump’s Return: Voter Demographics, Motivations, & Potential Implications
Donald J. Trump has achieved a remarkable political comeback, a feat only achieved by one other president in U.S. history - Glover Cleveland in...
Revolutionizing Global Vintage Clothing Supply Chain: Fleek Secures $20.4M Funding
Fleek, a startup founded by Indian Americans Abhi Arora and Sanket Agarwal, has recently secured $20.4 million in funding to revolutionize the global vintage...
Top 25 Tech CEOs of Chicago: 3 Indian Americans Stand Out
Three Indian Americans have made it to the list of Top 25 Tech CEOs of Chicago for 2024. The city has become a prominent...
Certification of 2024 Presidential Election Results Underway Without Controversy
Local officials have started to certify the results of the 2024 presidential election in a process that has been relatively quiet compared to the...
Tracking Blood Sugar Levels for Managing Carbohydrate Intake: A Personal Journey
As someone who has lived under the specter of diabetes for most of my life, I understand the importance of managing blood sugar levels....
Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk Leading Trump’s New Initiative
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in his upcoming Trump 2.0 administration....
Tulsi Gabbard Nominated by Trump as Director of National Intelligence
President-elect Donald Trump recently announced his nomination of former Democratic House Representative Tulsi Gabbard as the Director of National Intelligence in his upcoming administration....
GOP Holds Majority in Congress as California House Races Heat Up
Republicans and Democrats were eagerly awaiting the results of vote-counting for crucial U.S. House districts in California. The GOP secured a majority in the...
AI Healthcare Solution ‘Eden’ Developed by Northeastern Students
Naomi Rajput and Evan Smith, two students from Northeastern University, have developed an innovative AI healthcare solution called Eden, previously known as CareWallet. This...
Avathon: Industrial AI Startup Expands Operations in India
Avathon, a leading industrial AI startup, has announced plans to expand its operations in India, aiming to make the country its primary research and...
Stephen Miller’s Influence on Trump’s Immigration Policy: A Closer Look
As Stephen Miller prepares to take on a significant role in the upcoming Trump administration, visa holders are bracing themselves for stricter immigration policies...
Bridging Scientific Discovery and Biotech Commercialization with Dr. Atul Varadhachary
Dr. Atul Varadhachary, the Managing Partner at Fannin Innovation in Houston, is at the forefront of connecting early scientific discoveries with successful biotech commercialization....
Trump’s Impact on Tone-Deaf Politicians: A Call to Action
The recent presidential election results have left many feeling dissatisfied, especially with the rise of Donald Trump and the potential impact of the 4,000...
Navigating Trump’s Immigration Policies: H-1B Visas, Family Sponsorships, and Deportations
With Donald Trump’s election as the next President of the United States, immigration has once again become a defining issue in American politics. His...
Will Frustrated Americans See Promised Economic Changes After Voting?
Americans have voted for change, hoping that President-elect Donald Trump can deliver the economic improvements they desire. Trump has pledged to reverse many of...
Reflecting on Kamala Harris’s 2024 Campaign: Insights from Top Fundraiser Ajay Bhutoria
As a top fundraiser in Kamala Harris’ 2024 campaign, Ajay Bhutoria shared his insights on the campaign's strengths and weaknesses. Despite raising over $1...
Health Insurance Guide for Green Card Holders Traveling Abroad: Importance of Travel Insurance
Many green card holders in the United States travel abroad frequently for various reasons like visiting family, exploring new destinations, or handling business. However,...
Laddoo The Golden Reflects on Human Nature Beyond Election Day
On Election Day 2024, a calm and sweet golden retriever named Laddoo was captured in a photo, likely pondering why his human was so...
Biden Program Protecting Immigrant Spouses From Deportation Struck Down by Judge
A federal judge recently struck down a policy by the Biden administration that was designed to make it easier for some undocumented immigrants married...
Spotlight on Saumya Balasubramanian: India Currents Sitare Interview
India Currents is excited to introduce a new podcast series called Sitare Spotlight, hosted by Saumya Balasubramanian, a multi-talented tech executive, writer, and mother...
Racist Text Messages About Slavery Spark Concern Across States
Racist text messages about slavery have caused concern across several states this week. The messages were sent anonymously to Black men, women, students, including...
Sri Lankan Writers: Spotlight on Ink From The Island
A gathering of Sri Lankan literary powerhouses took place at the South Asian Art and Literature Festival (SALA 2024) held at Stanford University on...
Battle for Job Security: San Francisco and Oakland Mayors Face Off
San Francisco Mayor London Breed, the first Black woman to hold the position, is facing a tough reelection battle against four Democratic challengers. The...
Key California Congressional Districts in Tight Races: House Control at Stake
The recent California congressional races have been incredibly close, with both Democratic and Republican candidates going head-to-head in key districts. The outcome of these...
Economic Concerns and Change Motivate Trump’s Re-Election
Former President Donald Trump's return to the White House for a second term was driven by an electorate that was dissatisfied with the direction...
Revolutionizing Medical Billing with AI: Brown University Students Launch Kyron Medical
Kyron Medical, a healthcare technology startup founded by Brown University students, is set to revolutionize medical billing using artificial intelligence (AI). Co-founded by Jay...
Navigating the Challenges of Founding an Edtech Startup in India
Indian edtech is still in its early stages of development, and it has faced numerous challenges and lessons along the way. One of the...
Indian American Dhileep Sivam Appointed CEO of Aquagga, a PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Destruction Startup
Aquagga, a startup focused on eliminating "forever chemicals" known as PFAS from water sources, has appointed Dhileep Sivam as its new Chief Executive Officer....
California Voters Approve Initiative to Make Shoplifting and Drug Offenses Felonies
California voters have approved an initiative that will turn some nonviolent crimes, such as shoplifting, into felonies again. The measure, known as Proposition 36,...
Sankara Eye Hospital Inaugurated by PM Modi in Varanasi
Sankara Eye Hospital Inaugurated by PM Modi in Varanasi
On October 20, 2024, a significant event took place in Varanasi with the inauguration of the...
AI Startup Perplexity Nears $9 Billion Valuation Amid Copyright Lawsuits
Perplexity, an AI-powered search engine, is on track to raise $500 million in its fourth funding round this year, according to The Wall Street...
Corporate Leaders and Tech Giants Embrace Trump’s Victory
After the recent presidential election, many corporate leaders and tech giants have come forward to express their support for President Donald J. Trump. These...
Poetry Empowers Outsiders to Find Belonging in Safe Spaces
Humans have an innate desire to belong, whether it be within our family, tribe, or even in places we only imagine. This sense of...
Key Races in California that Could Impact House Control
The battle for control of the U.S. House of Representatives has shifted to California, where several key races could determine the balance of power...
Investors Back Robot Startup Physical Intelligence to $2.4B Valuation
Physical Intelligence, a robot startup based in San Francisco, recently received a significant investment of $400 million, bringing its valuation to $2.4 billion. The...
Hotglue: UMD Dropouts’ IT Startup Raises $4 Million in Seed Funding
Hotglue, a Washington D.C.-based IT startup, recently made headlines by securing $4 million in seed funding. The round was led by 8VC, with participation...
Endorsing Candidates in Elections: Does it Undermine Media Independence?
In the midst of the upcoming presidential elections, the issue of media independence and the endorsement of candidates has come into the spotlight. The...
Critical Congressional Races to Watch: The Battle for Control
The race for control of Congress is reaching its peak as voters prepare to make crucial decisions that will shape the country's future. With...
Trump’s Offensive Comment on Women Criticized by Harris
Kamala Harris recently criticized Donald Trump for his offensive comments regarding women, specifically his statement that he would protect women whether they "like it...
