Image by Getty Images Reform UK has been accused of “blatant racism” in a by-election attack ad against Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar. Labour accused the party of questioning Sarwar’s “identity, loyalty and belonging”. The ad, which started running on social media on May 12th, claims that Sarwar will “prioritise the Pakistani community”. Speaking to […]
Reform accused of \’blatant racism\’ in Sarwar attack ad Read More »
Image by Eastern Eye Norfolk’s newest councillor has found himself in hot water just days into the role, following the emergence of social media posts in which he said Islam should be banned and Muslims deported. James ‘Jimmi’ Lee (pictured above), who was elected to represent Acle for Reform at a Broadland Council by-election last
‘Anti-Islam posts’ land Reform councillor in controversy Read More »
Image by Asian Standard A new culturally specific domestic abuse programme co-designed by South Asian-led organisations is being launched in Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland and Bradford, marking a significant shift in how harmful behaviours are addressed within the community. The Changing Harmful Attitudes and Behaviour (CHAB) programme is the result of collaboration between H.O.P.E CIC, Sikh
Image by WorldSkills UK A talented young joiner from Bradford is getting ready to take on the world after being handpicked for Squad UK – the national team training for WorldSkills 2026, the global showdown dubbed the “Skills Olympics.” Ahmed Shakir, 21, who works for local firm Abrahams & Carlisle and studies at Bradford College,
21 year old joiner gears up for ‘Skill Olympics’ Read More »
Image by Getty Image Banu Mushtaq (pictured above) has made literary history by becoming the first Kannada writer to win the International Booker Prize. The 2025 award was given for her short story collection Heart Lamp, a collaboration with translator Deepa Bhasthi, who rendered the work into English. The pair will share the £50,000 prize,
Banu Mushtaq becomes first Kannada author to win International Booker Prize Read More »
Image by ANI Indian authorities have arrested 11 people for allegedly spying for Pakistan, according to local media reports citing police officials. The arrests follow recent fighting earlier this month in which at least 60 people were killed, reported AFP. The clashes were triggered by an April 22 attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir. New
India arrests 11 over alleged spying for Pakistan Read More »
Image by Eastern Eye Cllr Anjana Patel (pictured above) has been sworn in as the new mayor of Harrow at the council’s Annual Meeting held on 15th of May. She becomes the 73rd mayor of the borough and the UK’s first British Tanzanian-Indian born woman to hold the post. Cllr Yogesh Teli was appointed deputy
Anjana Patel takes over as mayor of Harrow Read More »
Image by Asian Lite Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali (pictured above) believes Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket is a “massive blow” to the format, hailing the Indian great as a “pioneer” whose passion and charisma brought fans to stadiums much like Sachin Tendulkar once did. As India prepares for a stern five-Test challenge in
Moeen notes the missing presence of Kohli & Sharma as a huge setback Read More »
Image by draseemmalhotra.co.uk British Indian Consultant Cardiologist Dr Aseem Malhotra (pictured above), a long-standing campaigner for a more evidence-based approach to all Covid-19 vaccines, has been appointed as an adviser to US president Donald Trump’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. Dr Malhotra, a long-time ally of MAHA leaders such as health secretary Robert F.
British Indian doctor joins Trump\’s health movement Read More »
Image by Google Maps A relocation of mental health centres is set to go ahead after a challenge by cllrs was dismissed. The support hubs are set to be moved from their current locations in Armley, Beeston and Lovell Park under cost-saving plans by the council. Fears were raised that moving the centres would leave vulnerable people with too far to travel for support groups
Green light as Leed’s support hubs set for relocation Read More »
