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2022 Sufi Festival to be held in Glasgow later this month

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Image by sufifestival.org The 2022 Sufi Festival is coming to Glasgow this month in what is termed as a deep dive ‘into the art and culture of Sufism, from music, poetry and theatre, to art and craft, storytelling, and ritual ceremonies of devotion’. Set to take place on the 23rd and 24th of July across The

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South Asian Heritage Month 2022 set to kickstart with many events across the UK

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Image by South Asian Heritage Month The third year of South Asian Heritage month revolves around the theme of ‘Journeys of Empire’. Set to take place from 18 July to 17 August this year, the website urges ‘everyone to organize their own events’ and celebrate South Asian culture, community and diversity in the UK. According

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Body found as search for missing Somaiya Begum underway

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Somaiya Begum, 20, was reported missing on 26 June After more than a week of 20-year-old Somaiya Begum’s disappearance, police have announced that a body has been found in Bradford and a man has been arrested in connection with the incident. Begum is described as an Asian female, slim build with black hair. Before her

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Former Health Secretary Sajid Javid gives a trenchant speech at the House of Commons

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Sajid Javid at the House of Commons on July 6 In what is being termed as a ‘mass exodus’ by Conservative ministers, the last two days have seen more than 50 resignations from some of Boris Johnson’s closest aides. When questioned by the Liason Committee on July 6, Johnson was firm in his stance to

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Indian-origin police officer dismissed from Scotland Yard along with two others

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PC Sukhdev Jeer and two other officers were dismissed from the Scotland Yard following allegations of offensive behaviour Three officers, including an Indian-origin officer, have been dismissed from the Scotland Yard without notice as a result of their ‘highly offensive and discriminatory behaviour’. This has come after a professional standards investigation, which involved examining a

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The 11th annual English Curry Awards reveals finalists

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Finalists are now revealed for the 11th English Curry Awards, established to celebrate Asian talent across the UK’s Curry Industry. The awards will be a celebration of the top Asian curry professionals and businesses with the finalist shortlist being determined by public vote. The renowned black-tie awards ceremony will take place on 22nd August 2022

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England and Wales Cricket Board investigates racist incidents at Edgbaston

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After many came forward with reports of racist abuse by many in the crowd gathered at Edgbaston to watch the fourth day of the fifth Test match between England and India on Monday, an investigation into the incident has been initiated. Former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq, who gave a testimony against institutional racism rampant in

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Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid quit saying they have lost confidence in PM Boris Johnson

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Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid have quit as chancellor and health secretary respectively in what is seen as another blow to the Boris Johnson led government. Both the ministers admitted that they had lost confidence in the Prime Minister, who has been embroiled in several scandals over the last few months, including the latest one

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The Welsh Asian Food Awards 2022 announce its top contenders

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Finalists for the Welsh Asian Food Awards 2022 are now shortlisted after public nominations. Asian restaurants, takeaways and food establishments across Wales will be recognised being the best in the industry. The evening will reward hard-working individuals who promote Asian cuisine and connect communities through food and culture. The night will showcase the creativity, taste and

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