Google Cloud to Invest $15 Billion in India: Launching Our First AI Hub in Visakhapatnam

India is witnessing a digital revolution like never before — rapid, ambitious, and full of potential. At Google Cloud, we’re proud to play a central role in this transformation, partnering with the Government of India and leading enterprises to support the nation’s vision of becoming a truly AI-first economy. Today, we’re announcing a historic milestone: […]

Target Group Appoints Former Citi Executive Shashi Bhat as Chairman

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that our esteemed alumnus, Shashi Bhat (MBA), has been appointed as the Chairman of Target Group, a leading UK-based business process services and software provider. His appointment is effective immediately. With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Shashi brings a proven track […]

Google’s 1-GW Hyperscale Data Centre in Visakhapatnam to Generate US$ 1.13 Billion for Andhra Pradesh

In a landmark development for India’s digital infrastructure, Google has announced plans to establish a 1-gigawatt (GW) hyperscale data centre in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The project is expected to generate approximately ₹10,000 crore (US$ 1.13 billion) in revenue for the state, according to Union Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Mr. Pemmasani Chandrasekhar. […]

Matwaala’s Mehfilm 2025 Celebrates South Asian Poetry Films 

Matwaala, a South Asian Diaspora Poets’ Collective, launched its inaugural South Asian Poetry Film Festival, MATWAALA MEHFILM 2025, on October 4th at the South Asia Institute in Chicago (SAI). The collective seeks to amplify the visibility of South Asian poetry and integrate it into the broader American literary landscape. Playfully branded MEHFILM, this event was […]

The Power to Save Lives Is in Your Hands

Anika, a young mother diagnosed with leukemia, had exhausted every available treatment. Her only hope for survival was a stem cell transplant. But because of her Indian heritage, her chances of finding a compatible match were less than 40%. Determined not to give up, her family organized awareness drives in every community they could reach. […]

The Vision Pioneer and the Street Scientist: Two Indian Americans Win 2025 MacArthur ‘Genius Grants’

When the phone rang on a quiet Tuesday morning, Teresa Puthussery was sipping her coffee at home in California. Assuming it was spam, she ignored the call — even after several persistent rings. It wasn’t until the caller began describing her research in intricate detail that the UC Berkeley neurobiologist realized this was no prank. […]

💼 Beyond Downing Street: Rishi Sunak Joins Microsoft and Anthropic as Paid Adviser

Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has taken on new senior advisory roles with technology giant Microsoft and AI startup Anthropic, according to the BBC. Sunak announced on Thursday that he plans to donate all earnings from these roles to charity. Sunak, who continues to serve as Member of Parliament for Richmond and Northallerton, said […]