The Lori, Jola, Angai Geet Keep Us Awake
A lullaby is as ancient as the hills. It connects a mother to the child, much like an umbilical cord, nurturing both. It brings about "an exchange of souls" as
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My Son’s Pandemic Ponderings: Why is Our Sky Not Green?
Due to the pandemic, my son and I have been thrown together a lot more than usual. Walks take on a gentle curious hue that is relished by us both. He is definit
Siri’s Journey With Autism During the Pandemic
This past year has been a series of ups and downs. My daughter Siri, who has Autism and requires routine, has had to adjust to the changing world around her. Ev
Green Desi Hacks That You Probably Didn’t Realize Were Part of Your Routine
Desi Talk – A column that works on embracing our brown background and unique identity using Coach Yashu’s helpful tips. Find her talking to IC Editor, Sris
Letters to the Editor: Earth Day Open Letter to Mayors & CEOs
Dear India Currents, To the Community Leaders - Please do not try to rush back to the pre-Covid normal. Indeed, drop the idea altogether. It will be the best th
The Enduring Poetry of the Gwalior Gayaki
Poetry As Sanctuary – A column where we explore poetry as a means of expression for voices of the South Asian Diaspora. “Geetam Vaadyam Tatha Nrityam, Tray
Experiencing Two Lockdowns: Traveling to India During a Pandemic
My mother lives in Jamshedpur, India. I live in San Jose, California. For the past many years, my siblings and I have made multiple trips to Jamshedpur every ye
In Mumbai or Japan, Mother Nature Can Calm A Restless Mind
Desi Roots, Global Wings – a monthly column focused on the Indian immigrant experience. Learning to unwind in nature - A life-saving skill that can help us su
Odes to Bay Area Beauties
Any San Francisco, Bay Area resident can vouch for their fondness and love for living in this area. Being the Silicon Valley of the world and a Technology hub,
An Imperfect Street: The Delhi Airport Race
When I step off the plane which I have been on for the past sixteen hours, I am immediately hit with the biting cold that is Delhi winter. The smell of pollutio
Letters to the Editor: 4/02/2021
Dear India Currents, Biden Can’t End Cancer Some politicians like to take credit for everything. During a speech in Houston on February 26, 2021, President
From the Darkness of Desi Culture, Women Find the Light
Desi Talk – A column that works on embracing our brown background and unique identity using Coach Yashu’s helpful tips. Find her talking to IC Editor, Srish
