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SUMMARY:10\,000 Memories | Partition\, Independence\, and WWII in South Asia
DESCRIPTION:Following the fall of the British Indian Empire and the formation of India and Pakistan\, millions of people were displaced amid widespread violence. This exhibition shares the largely untold story of the 1947 Partition through first-hand accounts\, archival photographs\, and multimedia storytelling from those who experienced Partition. \nAbout the Exhibit \nDeveloped in collaboration with The 1947 Partition Archive—a Berkeley-based nonprofit whose book 10\,000 Memories inspired the exhibition—this project is curated by Dr. Guneeta Singh Bhalla\, Founder and Executive Director of the Archive and descendant of a Partition survivor\, and a team of designers and archivists at The 1947 Partition Archive.
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SUMMARY:Tales of Resistance
DESCRIPTION:Playwright: Manish Sabu (adapted from Premchand’s stories)\nDirector: Manish Sabu\nProducer: Alka Sippy\nLanguage: (in Hindi\, with supertitles in English)\nIn जुर्माना\, a poor shopkeeper sells foreign cotton in defiance of Gandhi’s swadeshi movement\, earning the wrath of the Congress Party\, which levies a penalty on him. In response\, his dying wife rises to defend him in spectacular fashion\, shocking her husband\, the Congress Party\, and India itself. In नमक का दारोगा\, an honest salt inspector is swept into the morally flexible world of a powerful businessman. These two gems by Munshi Premchand are stirring tales that looks deep into the human soul as it grapples with moral dilemmas.
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SUMMARY:IACF Unity Dinner and Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Indo-American Community Federation (IACF) cordially invites you to join us in celebrating our 25th Anniversary Unity Dinner and Awards Night on Friday\, April 3\, 2026\, at the India Community Center\, located at 525 Los Coches St\, Milpitas\, CA 95035. This is also the 32nd year of the organization’s inception\, founded by Jeevan Zutshi. \nThis milestone event marks 25 years of fostering unity\, cultural exchange\, and community empowerment within the Indo-American community and beyond after the events following 9/11. We would be honored to have your presence as we commemorate this special occasion. \nProgram Highlights \n01 \nAI Conference \nAI & Governance: Optimization and efficiency in government organizations. \n02 \nKeynote Speakers \nInspiring words from distinguished leaders and visionaries. \n03 \nTheatrical Spectacle \nDance\, Drama & Fashion by Bollywood Dance Connection. \n04 \nAwards Ceremony \nHonoring leaders for extraordinary community contributions. \n05 \nLive Entertainment \nSinging & dancing with Bay Area’s finest performers. \n06 \nGala Dinner \nA culinary journey with authentic Indian fusion flavors. \nTo learn more about IACF and donations: IACF Unity Dinner 2026 \nFor any questions relating to sponsorship\, please contact: \nJeevan Zutshi\njeevanzutshi@aol.com\n510-589-3702
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/iacf-unity-dinner-and-conference-2026/
LOCATION:525 Los Coches St  Milpitas\, CA 95035\, USA\, 525 Los Coches St\, Milpitas\, 95035
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SUMMARY:IACF Unity Dinner and Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nUnity Dinner 2026 \nThe 25th Anniversary  \nFriday\, April 3\, 2026 (5:00 PM to 11:00 PM) \nUnity through Diversity: Resilient Roots\, Global Reach: 25 years of Indo-American Unity \n  \nIMMEDIATE RELEASE \nIndo-American Community Federation (IACF-USA) Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Unity Dinner & Awards Night \nMilestone Event to Celebrate Diversity\, Honor Community Leaders\, Feature AI Discussions\, Cultural Performances\, and Fundraiser for Student AI Education \nFremont\, CA – March 5\, 2026– The Indo-American Community Federation (IACF-USA)\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public benefit corporation (Tax ID: 94-3304171) founded in 1993 by Jeevan Zutshi\, proudly announces its 25th Anniversary Unity Dinner & Awards Night. This landmark celebration will take place on Friday\, April 3\, 2026\, at the India Community Center\, 525 Los Coches St\, Milpitas\, CA 95035\, beginning at 5:00 PM. \nFor over three decades\, IACF-USA has championed Unity in Diversity\, fostering collaboration among Indo-Americans and the broader community through seminars\, conventions\, and support initiatives—especially during challenging periods such as the aftermath of 9/11. This milestone event brings together more than 375 passionate community leaders and diverse organizations that have stood with IACF-USA throughout its history. \nEvent Highlights: \n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Conference on Artificial Intelligence: Engaging discussions on the future of AI and its impact on our communities. \n6:00pm – 6:30pm: Public Service Leadership Award Ceremony \nA vibrant evening featuring: \n•  Awards Ceremony honoring exceptional leaders for their outstanding contributions to the community. \n•  Indo-American Theatrical Spectacle — Dance\, drama\, and fashion presented by A Bollywood Dance Connection Production. \n•  Vibrant Hispanic Folklore Presentation celebrating cultural diversity. \n•  Grand Musical Extravaganza with singing and dancing by the Bay Area’s finest local artists. \n•  Keynote addresses and a culinary celebration of Indian flavors. \n  \nDistinguished Guests (Confirmed and Confirming Daily): \n•  Antonio Villaraigosa\, Former Mayor of Los Angeles and California Assembly Speaker \n•  Congressman Sam Liccardo (U.S. House of Representatives) \n•  Senator Dave Cortese (California State Senate) \n•  Assemblymember Alex Lee (California State Assembly) \n•  Supervisor Dave Haubert (Alameda County Board of Supervisors) \n•  Mayor of Fremont Dr. Raj Salwan\, Mayor of Union City Mr. Gary Singh\, Mayor of Newark Mike Hannon\, Mayor of Milpitas Carmen Montano\, Mayor of Campbell Mr. Sergio Lopez \n•  Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dixon  \n•  Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen \n•  Alameda County Assessor Neysh Fligor \nand many more esteemed public officials and community leaders. \nFundraiser for Project Shiksha \nThe evening includes a special fundraiser supporting Project Shiksha\, a flagship initiative of The Avanti Foundation. This program delivers hands-on Generative AI training to students\, equipping the next generation with essential skills to succeed in an AI-driven world. Learn more at theavantifoundation.org/shiksha. \nPartnerships: \nThe event is presented in partnership with Asian Pacific American Public Affairs (APAPA)\, Avanti Foundation\, Association of Indo-Americans (AIA)\, and the India Community Center (ICC). \nIACF-USA warmly invites community members\, leaders\, media\, and supporters to join this historic evening of unity\, culture\, and collaboration. Tickets are available with no processing fee through Zeffy—simply enter $0 at checkout when prompted. To register\, visit this direct registration link: \nIACF Unity Dinner and Conference 2026
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SUMMARY:Rhythm & Roots: Celebrating Indian Culture Through Dance & Photography
DESCRIPTION:Step into an evening where heritage comes alive — through movement\, image\, and community. \nJoin us for Rhythm & Roots\, a one-of-a-kind cultural celebration woven into the heart of First Fridays Open San Jose. Whether you’re deeply connected to Indian roots or simply curious about its rich traditions\, this event promises to move you — literally and figuratively. \n🎟️ Free & open to all\n📍 First Fridays Open San Jose \nWHAT’S IN STORE: \n📸 Guided Photography Tour — “We Belong: Bay Area Indians Connect to Heritage”\nExplore a stunning photography exhibit presented by India Currents\, guided by the insightful Sree Sripathy. Through powerful portraits and stories\, discover how Bay Area Indians carry their heritage forward — and what it truly means to belong. \n💃 Kathak Performance — Chitresh Das Institute\nWitness the breathtaking artistry of Kathak\, one of India’s classical dance forms\, performed live in the CreaTV Studio. The performance will feature Vanita Mundhra and Chitresh Das Youth Company performing “Agni\,” an excerpt from “Mantram” choreographed by Artistic Director Charlotte Moraga. The music is composed by Grammy-nominated sarod artist and composer Alam Khan with multimedia by Award-winning filmmaker Alka Raghuram.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/rhythm-roots-celebrating-indian-culture-through-dance-photography/
LOCATION:Open San Jose\, 38 S. Second Street\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
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