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Questions about India Currents

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was India Currents founded and where?

India Currents was founded in April 1987 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Editor Arvind Kumar and publisher Ashok Jethanandani launched the publication to serve a growing community.

How many employees did India Currents have in 2011?

In 2011, India Currents employed 6 full-time employees. The magazine distributed 32,000 free copies during that year while transitioning from print editions to a fully digital format.

Who served as editor of India Currents in 2003?

Vandana Kumar held the editor role for India Currents in 2003. Her leadership contributed to the evolving identity of the publication as it adapted to changing media landscapes.

What awards did India Currents win in 2014?

India Currents won six awards at the 2014 Greater Bay Area Journalism Awards for its reporting quality. These honors recognized the work of India Currents and its writers who produced award-winning journalism.

How many readers did India Currents reach by 2015?

By 2015, India Currents reached 172,000 readers every month through its new digital channels. This expansion reflected the increasing size and influence of the Indian-American population on the West Coast.