For the Indian diaspora in the United States — and countless others who have crossed oceans for opportunity, education, or survival — “home” stops being a static concept. It becomes fluid, fragmented, and sometimes, painfully elusive.

Move to the U.S., and suddenly, vowels stretch differently. The "t" becomes a "d," and someone, somewhere, will ask you to say "water" just to hear how you pronounce

Come May, a certain kind of energy takes over. The academic year wraps up, campus lawns are dotted with graduates in gowns and families holding back tears,

Understanding the history of these wars is crucial not just for understanding the India-Pakistan relationship, but for grasping why peace in the region remains fragile.

What was once a living room filled with giggles, bedtime stories, and bowls of nimbu pani is now a scheduled video call. It’s not a tragedy. It’s just how things are. But in

WhatsApp University isn’t on a map. It has no Vice Chancellor, no semester system, and no real admissions process. You’re automatically enrolled the moment your cousin adds you to a group called "Family Reboot 2020 ." WhatsApp University isn’t on a map. It has no Vice Chancellor, no semester system, and no real admissions process. You’re automatically enrolled the moment your cousin adds you to a group called "Family Reboot 2020 .

Most Indian immigrants who have been in America long enough know exactly how this informal network works. But newcomers, or those

This quiet shift may seem unexpected, given that small towns typically aren't associated with large immigrant communities. However, this trend isn't random. Rather, it’s an intentional movement driven by economics, demographics, immigration policy, community opportunities, and personal preferences. Indian-Americans, known for

four Indian American scholars have quietly made history through their ideas. Swarat Chaudhuri, Saurabh Jha, Tulasi Srinivas, and Bijal P. Trivedi have been named 2025 Guggenheim Fellows by the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, joining an elite cohort of artists, scientists, and scholars chosen for their origina

The U.S. tax system has some strange but fully legal ways you can reduce your taxable income. And yes—some of them might apply even if your parents are in India. Let’s Start with the Big One: Claiming Your Parents as Dependents It sounds strange, but if you’re financially supporting your parents in India, you may be able to claim them as dependents on your U.S. tax return. The IRS doesn’t care where they live

Managing finances as a dual-income family in the U.S. is complicated enough. Add income or assets back in India, and suddenly you're dealing with two completely

Gen Z, roughly born between 1997 and 2012, is growing up in a very different world compared to previous generations. This generation of Indians raised in America navigates a cultural landscape filled with contradictions. They frequently hear that they’re too American to fit into traditional Indian culture but still feel too Indian to fully

If you're Indian and living in the U.S., chances are you're either scrambling to finish your taxes or have already filed in a rushed state of mind. This behavior isn’t random

For many Indian parents, this is not just about education. It is about validation. It is about proving that their journey—from India to the U.S., from middle-class lives to

A well-known example is when pop star Rihanna got a Sanskrit tattoo that was supposed to mean “forgiveness, honesty, and control,” but was grammatically incorrect. Others have ended up with random phrases on their skin that don’t mean what they think they do.

When Anand Mahindra highlighted figure skater Tara Prasad’s achievements on social media, it was a rare moment of mainstream attention for an athlete competing in a discipline that remains largely unfamiliar in India. Prasad’s journey—one that saw her renounce her U.S. citizenship to compete for India—raises broader questions

At first glance, this might seem like a niche achievement, something confined to academic circles. But Tyagi’s work has real-world implications. By improving how

The popular version of Holi goes like this: Holika, a demon, tries to burn Prahlad, a devotee of Vishnu. The fire doesn’t harm him, but it consumes her

Across India and beyond, women social entrepreneurs are building solutions where governments and markets have struggled. They are addressing access gaps,

When a woman moves to the U.S. with her husband, she does not just leave her country behind. She leaves behind her professional identity, her support system, and a familiar way of life. In India, she may have been surrounded by family, able to rely on parents, siblings, or domestic help for support. In the U.S., she is often alone,

Mamdani didn’t plan to get into politics—it was something that came out of the work he was already doing. As a foreclosure prevention counselor, he saw firsthand how

Mindy Kaling has reached another milestone in her career, becoming the first South Asian woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The event, held on February 20, 2025, was attended by close friends, family, and colleagues, including BJ Novak, who delivered a speech recognizing Kaling’s impact on television, film, and

As we grow older, something strange happens: we start to see childhood not just as a time but as a place—one we have left behind, one we can never return to. The

Memory has an odd way of working. Sometimes, it’s a photograph that brings back the past; other times, it’s a long-forgotten scent. But nothing quite transports us the