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Bradford community champion wins National Diversity Award

Image by Asian Express Nazim Ali (pictured above), from Bradford, has won the Positive Role Model: Race, Religion & Faith Award at this year’s National Diversity Awards in association with HSBC UK. Acclaimed the ‘Golden Globes’ of the diversity world, the National Diversity Awards unites UK citizens irrespective of race, faith, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, […]

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MPs being pressured to make representations to the UK Government on safety and security of Sikhs in the UK

Image by Sikh Federation UK Earlier today a press conference was held at Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Smethwick to express grave concern for the safety and security of Sikhs in the UK after revelations in Canada and the US this week concerning the criminal role of senior Indian diplomats and intelligence officers. A mass letter writing campaign

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Several events to take place at Wembley Park to celebrate Diwali

Image by Chris Winter / Wembley Park Wembley Park is hosting a major three-day Diwali celebration yet across a number of venues.The festival will feature a varied programme of performances, interactive workshops, and cultural showcases, transforming Northwest London’s neighbourhood and entertainment district into a celebration of South Asian art, culture and traditions. On Friday the

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Pakistan province shuts schools & universities amid student protests

Image by Arif Ali/AFP Authorities in Pakistan’s most populous province have ordered all educational institutes shut as student-led protests grow after allegations of rape on a college campus. The interior department in Punjab province also banned gatherings on Friday and Saturday. The closure is expected to have affected about 26 million children in addition to adult

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Tributes flood in for popular curry restaurant owner

Image by Nq People in the local community have paid their respects to Shabir Hussain (pictured above), founder Akbar\’s restaurant who passed away at the age of 56.  The business was founded in Bradford in 1995, before later expanding to cities including Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow and Birmingham. Following the announcement of his death

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Dive In Festival celebrates 10 years with record global impact

Image by Dive In Dive In, the world’s largest diversity and inclusion (D&I) festival, celebrated its 10-year anniversary from 24-26 September, breaking attendance records with over 45,000 sign-ups from 81 countries.  Under the theme “A Sustainable Future: The Next 10 Years,” the hybrid festival featured 133 events across 46 countries and six continents, led by

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Tilda Unites with Madhu’s for a spectacular Diwali celebration of flavour & culture

Image by (L) Sanjay Anand (Madhu\’s) & (R) Jean-Philippe Laborde(Tilda) Tilda, the UK’s No. 1 rice brand, and Madhu’s, the top-ranking South Asian catering company, joined forces on Wednesday, 9th October, to host a spectacular event celebrating Diwali in the heart of Central London.  Set against the backdrop of Madhu’s at Mayfair, a prestigious venue

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Ringwood based Indian restaurant gets set to celebrate its Grand Launch

Image by Royal Daawat Royal Daawat, a popular Ringwood based Indian restaurant is preparing for its Grand Launch on the 18th of October. The restaurant formerly known as Indian Tree can be found at 14 Market Place. It has now been fully rebranded and renovated with a more diverse menu providing customers with more of

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Human Appeal launches first phase of Lebanon aid effort to reach 15,000

Image by Human Appeal UK humanitarian aid charity Human Appeal announces its latest humanitarian aid effort, in support of Lebanon amid the ongoing emergency gripping the country.  This initial humanitarian intervention is designed to address the needs of 15,000 displaced individuals with special emphasis on families to cover multiple types of urgently needed relief aid.

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Community presenter shortlisted for National Radio Award

Image by Fnik Pr Local community radio presenter Indiraa (pictured above), who presents the “In-Conversation” show on NuSound 92FM (London), has been shortlisted in the 2024 Community Radio Awards. Indiraa has made the shortlist, which was whittled down from entries from stations across every corner of the UK. British Asian presenter Indiraa picked up her nomination in the community radio show of

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