Tag: India
Automated Bat Monitoring System in India: BatEchoMon
In the heart of the Western Ghats, bat biologist Kadambari Deshpande embarked on a nocturnal odyssey like no other. Armed with a bat detector,...
Accusations: India Misusing USAID Funds for Voter Turnout
Former US President Donald Trump has accused India of misusing USAID funds to bolster voter turnout, sparking tension between the two nations. Trump alleged...
Swami Srila Prabhupada Honored as ‘Vishwa Guru’ – Maha Kumbh
During the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on February 10, 2025, a historic and prestigious title was bestowed upon A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the...
Exposing the Dark Side of Asaram Bapu’s Cult: Cult of Fear
In a riveting exploration of the underbelly of India’s most notorious godmen, the Cult of Fear series delves into the sinister world of Asaram...
India’s First Underwater Metro: Conquering Aquaphobia with Pride
Kolkata Breaks Ground with India's First Underwater Metro Expedition
It was a balmy Saturday morning when my family proposed a unique adventure: a ride on...
Exposing Anti-Indian Hate: Shocking Report Findings
The Center for the Study of Organized Hate (CSOH), a Washington D.C.-based think tank, recently released a report that sheds light on a disturbing...
Unraveling the Complexity of Travel with FigFinder AI: Interview with Ankita Sharma
Ankita Sharma, the founder of FigFinder AI, is revolutionizing the travel industry with a cutting-edge platform that decodes traveler intent and delivers personalized experiences...
Alternative City Remains Elusive as Delhi Air Quality Worsens
**Alternative City Remains Elusive as Delhi Air Quality Worsens**
Winter in New Delhi, India’s national capital, has brought with it some of the worst air...
Championing Gender Justice: Mathangi Swaminathan’s Survivor-Led Innovation
Championing Gender Justice: Mathangi Swaminathan's Survivor-Led Innovation
India's social fabric is undergoing a transformative shift, led by trailblazers like Mathangi Swaminathan. Swaminathan, the founder of...
Laurene Powell’s Pattabhishek at 2025 Maha Kumbh: A Tribute to Steve Jobs
Laurene Powell's Pattabhishek at 2025 Maha Kumbh: A Tribute to Steve Jobs
Laurene Powell Jobs, the wife of the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, has...
Fresh Sankranti Dishes: A New Perspective to Enjoy
Makar Sankranti: A Festive Blend of Tradition and Modernity
Makar Sankranti, a significant Hindu festival, ushers in the new year with prayers, festivities, and a...
Study: Increase in Anti-Indian Hate Due to MAGA ‘Civil War’ on H-1B
Study Reveals Surge in Anti-Indian Hate Speech on X Amid H-1B 'Civil War'
An alarming surge in anti-Indian racist rhetoric on social media platform X...
TikTok Faces Potential Shutdown on Jan. 19, Supreme Court Decision Looms
TikTok Faces Potential Shutdown on Jan. 19, Supreme Court Decision Looms
With a critical deadline fast approaching, the fate of TikTok in the United States...
Celebrating Desi Stories: Best Picture Books for Children
Shruti Rao’s books for children
As an Indian immigrant mom to first-generation Indian American boys growing up in Seattle, I’m always delighted to chance upon...
Indian Tourists in the US: Two Million Visitors in 2024
The United States continues to be a hotspot for Indian tourists, with over two million visitors from India making their way to the US...
US Bond Yields Strengthen Dollar, Weaken Indian Rupee
US Bond Yields Boost Dollar, Weaken Indian Rupee
In a significant turn of events, the Indian rupee hit an all-time low for the sixth consecutive...
Remembering the Legacy of Ustad Zakir Hussain: Tributes and Memories
Remembering the Legacy of Ustad Zakir Hussain: Tributes and Memories
The world of music mourns the loss of Ustad Zakir Hussain, a legendary tabla player...
Navigating Life’s Challenges: Embracing Your Inner Pandava
An early morning singalongAn early morning walk into the forest leads to a tranquil lake (image courtesy: Jyoti Bachani)This year, on a visit to...
Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest Chess Champion in the World
Chennai-born chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju has etched his name in the annals of history by becoming the youngest World Chess Champion ever. In a...
Championing Truth: The Legacy of Kailash Satyarthi
The Legacy of Kailash Satyarthi: Championing Truth
The fight to end child labor
On 10th December 2014, Indian Human Rights Activist Kailash Satyarthi, an advocate for...
India Currents Wins Six Awards at 2024 SF Press Club Gala
India Currents Shines Bright at 2024 SF Press Club Gala
Five outstanding journalists from India Currents took home prestigious awards at the 47th San Francisco...
Introducing Prasar Bharati’s Free Over-The-Top Platform: Everything You Need to Know
Prasar Bharati Unveils WAVES: The New Over-The-Top Platform
Prasar Bharati has officially launched WAVES, a groundbreaking Over-The-Top platform, at the prestigious 55th International Film Festival...
Challenges of India Joining BRICS Common Currency: A Critical Analysis
India Faces Decision on BRICS Common Currency Proposal
India finds itself at a crossroads as it contemplates the potential consequences of joining the BRICS common...
Turning Food Waste into Opportunity: The Impact of Jagadish Nadig and Wastelink
Transforming Food Waste into Opportunity: The Wastelink Revolution
In a world where food waste is a growing concern, Jagadish Nadig, also known as Jaggi, and...
Arun Ramamurthy Reflects on His Family’s Immigration Story in New Moon
Arun Ramamurthy's Journey Through Music and Heritage
Brooklyn-based musician Arun Ramamurthy is making waves in the music scene by seamlessly blending jazz and Carnatic music,...
Tata Transformation Prize 2024 Awards Second Cohort of Winners
Tata Transformation Prize 2024 Awards Second Cohort of Winners
The 2024 Tata Transformation Prize has been awarded to three Indian scientists for their outstanding contributions...
Google sues Indian engineer for leaking Pixel trade secrets
Google has taken legal action against a former Indian engineer, Harshit Roy, for allegedly leaking trade secrets about the company's Pixel products on social...
Gautam Adani’s Post-U.S. Indictment: Analysis of Options and Challenges
Gautam Adani, an Indian billionaire, has been indicted in New York by U.S. prosecutors for his alleged involvement in a multi-million-dollar bribery and fraud...
Exploring Carnatic Mandolin and Percussion in ‘Trinaad’
The Sri Venkatesh Lotus Temple auditorium in Greater Washington D.C. recently hosted a mesmerizing musical event called ‘Trinaad’. This performance featured a unique blend...
Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award at Cornell University
Cornell University’s College of Architecture, Art and Planning (AAP) has recently established the Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award to honor the remarkable philanthropic...
India Overtakes China as Leading Source of International Students in the U.S.
India has recently surpassed China as the leading source of international students coming to the United States. In the academic year 2023/2024, there was...
AI-driven Collaboration to Enhance Crop Yields at George Mason University and IIT-Ropar
A new collaboration between George Mason University’s College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) and the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar (IIT-Ropar) is set to...
Revolutionizing Urban Travel: Indian Electric Air Taxi Startup Raises $14 Million
The Chennai-based electric air taxi startup, ePlane Co., recently secured $14 million in a Series B funding round. This funding was co-led by Antares...
US-India Relations Under Trump Administration: What to Expect
Indo-American Relations
Despite the recent imposition of heavy tariffs by both world leaders, President Donald Trump and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi have maintained a...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
India-U.S. Partnership: Embracing the Future of AI with Embryonic AI Agents
The partnership between the United States and India has taken a significant step forward in the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI). While their collaboration...
Best Betting Sites & Apps with Sign Up Bonuses in India For T20 World...
The T20 World Cup is on the horizon, following the conclusion of the IPL season. India is set to compete against Ireland in their...
Interview: PM Modi has deep commitment to Sikh issues, says Taranjit Sandhu
Interview: Ambassador Taranjit Sandhu's Vision for Amritsar's Future
Former diplomat and BJP’s Amritsar Lok Sabha candidate Taranjit Singh Sandhu recently sat down for an interview...
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | May 26 to June 01, 2024
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | May 26 to June 01, 2024
UPSC Weekly Quiz is a current affairs-based quiz on relevant topics from the...
