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Baroness Warsi joins PMI Dinner as keynote speaker

Image by Asian Express Newspaper Every November, Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) focuses on raising awareness and promoting understanding of the discrimination and challenges faced by Muslim communities. Founded by advocacy organisations and supported by educational institutions, local councils, and community groups, IAM aims to counter stereotypes, dispel misinformation, and foster more inclusive, united communities. This […]

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Israeli air strikes kill 13 including pregnant woman and child

Image by Asian Express Newspaper Two separate Israeli strikes have killed at least 13 people including women and children in Gaza, Palestinian medical officials said. One of the strikes hit a school-turned-shelter in Gaza City’s eastern Tufah neighbourhood, killing at least six people, Gaza’s Health Ministry said. Two local journalists, a pregnant woman and a

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Bradford unveils the first Commonwealth War Memorial outside of London

Image by Jehad Alshrafi/AP Bradford has made history with the unveiling of the first Commonwealth War Memorial outside of London. Revealed on Wednesday the 6th of November, the new memorial beside the Bradford Cenotaph provides a lasting tribute to the bravery of the 5.1 million men and women from across the commonwealth who joined the

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Launch of the Sikh Subedar Campaign at historic Punjab Restaurant commemorates Sikh Soldiers of both World Wars

Image by FNIK PR The Sikh Military Foundation proudly launched its latest campaign, “The Sikh Subedar – The Sikh Sergeant,” at London’s iconic Punjab Restaurant in Covent Garden.  This family-run establishment, founded in 1946 by the great-grandfather of current owner Amrit S Maan OBE, is UK’s oldest Punjabi restaurant. The launch marks a powerful homage

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Business Show announces Ajmal Mushtaq as Keynote Speaker

Image by Ajmal Mushtaq The Business Show announces Ajmal Mushtaq as a Keynote Speaker at their golden 50th edition of the expo. On the 13th & 14th of November 2024, the UK will see the biggest business event staged to date. Celebrating 50 editions of entrepreneurialism, small businesses, and innovation, the team is going to

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Political pressure to bring Jagtar Singh Johal back home increases following 7th anniversary of arbitrary detention in an Indian jail

Image by Sikh Federation UK A week ago Jagtar Singh Johal\’s brother Gurpreet Singh Johal, a Labour councillor in Scotland and his Labour MP Douglas McAllister from West Dunbartonshire met David Lammy, the Foreign Secretary to discuss the release and return of Jagtar Singh Johal to be with his family in Scotland. After the meeting

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New Book Chronicles the Untold Stories of Bhopal\’s Children, 40 Years After the Disaster

Image by Be Yellow Forty years after one of the world\’s deadliest industrial disasters, a new book \’40 Children of Bhopal\’ delves deep into the ongoing impact of the Bhopal tragedy, sharing the voices of its youngest victims, children born long after the toxic gas leak, yet still suffering its devastating effects. Published by Story Shikari

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Sara Sharif’s father breaks down as he appears in court

Image by Surrey Police Sara Sharif’s father on Tuesday denied killing his 10-year-old daughter and asserted that he had never physically abused her. Breaking down in tears during the trial, 42-year-old taxi driver Urfan Sharif also denied claims of biting, burning, or beating Sara, specifically rejecting allegations of using a cricket bat or pole on

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London director discusses diverse films not getting backing

Image by PA Media Film director Gurinder Chadha (pictured above) has been discussing the difficulty to find funding for diverse projects. She said: \”I\’m sad to say that if you have people of colour as the lead in a movie, it automatically becomes less commercial as far as financiers are concerned” The London-based director behind

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Vatika launches Afro Hair Care range to champion inclusivity in the hair care market

Image by Dabur India Ltd/Centropy PR Leading natural hair care provider Vatika has forayed into curly and coily textured hair segment through launch of its sub brand called Vatika Curls. Vatika Curls is formulated to cater to the unique needs of curly and coily textured hair. With its tight curls or coils, Afro-textured hair naturally

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