Tuesday, November 18, 2025

India Currents

At Desi Rainbow, Aruna Rao Creates Safe Spaces for South Asian LGBTQIA+ Individuals & Their Families

Aruna Rao established Desi Rainbow to build a desi diaspora community that values, affirms, and celebrates all LGBTQIA+ identities.

Could US See a Repeat of UK Riots?

Anti-immigrant rhetoric and false narratives fueled a recent wave of violence in the UK. Could the US be next?

Hindus Under Attack in Bangladesh

Hindus are under attack in Bangladesh following student riots that forced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to flee.

Kamala Harris Picks ‘America’s Dad’ As Running Mate

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is expected to strengthen the Democratic Party’s position in the Midwestern states. 

Who Is JD Vance’s ‘Yale Spirit Guide’ & Wife, Usha Chilukuri?

Trump’s VP candidate JD Vance’s wife is an Indian-American lawyer with an impressive resumé herself.

Modi Claims Narrower Than Expected Victory in India Elections

Contrary to most exit polls, the ruling BJP is expected to win around 240 seats, short of the number needed for a majority.

Racist Cartoons Target Indian Crew of Cargo Ship That Struck Bridge in Baltimore

On social media, racist memes using ethnic slurs that make fun of the Indian crew on board the Dali have angered netizens.

Indian Immigrants ‘Wait a Lifetime’ for a Green Card

According to the Cato Institute, more than 400,000 Indians waiting to immigrate will die before they receive a green card.

Californian Manjusha Kulkarni Wins Award For Trailblazing AAPI Leadership

AAPI leader Manjusha Kulkarni talks to India Currents about confronting hate and discrimination against AAPI communities.

Justice for Kevin Epps, San Francisco’s Native Son

The trial of Kevin Epps has nothing to do with the impartial pursuit of justice and everything to do with the background of structural injustice that defines prosecutions like this one. 

Who Cares? Caregivers Often Invisible But Central to our Lives

Live Wed | California relies on family and informal caregivers, yet many don’t recognize their role. This briefing explores caregiving, available resources, and how to better support older adults and people with disabilities.

Community Media Partnerships Are Driving On-the-Ground Change in California

Ethnic and community media are the trusted messengers helping California’s institutions reach the people they serve through on-the-ground partnerships.

Winners | ACoM Awards

California’s ethnic media have shone as trusted messengers of news throughout a year of polarization and fear for many of their communities.