Many electorates might have missed a very important government announcement at the end of December 2024. Namely, the reorganisation of many local councils. The grooming gang’s fiasco has allowed this important news to go under the radar, but...
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20th Jan 2025 | Updated at 10:56am 20th Jan 2025
In Defence of the Faith - My Hate Speech
- 04 Mar 2015
The irresponsibility in this day and age, to exploit religious differences where none exist is both negligent and dangerous. ITV have done this by putting young Hindu adolescents in harm’s way. The idea that a TV channel would inflame any part of the world, particularly Britain, for selling TV viewers should be criminal offence – wait, it is – incitement to hatred.
Not Just Former Former Foreign Secretary - British interests compromised by former government officials based on documents supplied by ex-British intelligence
- 24 Feb 2015
Former Ministers, and especially Prime Ministers should never ever be allowed to work for foreign agents. Pure and simple. Otherwise they damage British interests.
One to One: Anima Gupta Aggarwal
- 04 Oct 2023
Anima Gupta Aggarwal is a philanthropist, entrepreneur and active leader in multiple charities and NGOs. She has twenty-five years of experience working across the corporate and not-for-profit sectors in the UK, Switzerland, the Netherlands...
One to One: Shalini Bhargava
- 27 Sep 2023
Shalini Bhargava was born in India and was raised and educated in Delhi. She completed her BA(Hons) in English Literature from University of Delhi and soon after graduating was married to come to the U.K. In the UK, Shalini as a single parent...
One to One: Vijay Sanas
- 21 Sep 2023
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- 13 Sep 2023
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- 06 Sep 2023
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- 31 Aug 2023
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- 24 Aug 2023
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- 16 Aug 2023
Indian-origin lady helms important UK Screen Body
- 19 Aug 2019
Seetha Kumar is the CEO of ScreenSkills, based in central London but operating UK-wide.
How Meera Lee Patel’s Book “Made Out of Stars” Can Heal US
- 21 Nov 2018
It is often hard for we Asians to articulate it when we suffer from depression or low self-esteem. Who would think that a book could help us heal?
AS I SEE IT : From Adversity to Achievement : Exploring the common threads of Indian and Jewish History
- 27 Nov 2024
I once had the privilege of attending a seminar in Ahmedabad focused on the water crisis in regions of Gujarat, such as North Gujarat and Kutch. The discussions revolved around critical issues like rainfall scarcity, water shortages and the...
As i see it : From Seymour Place to Wembley Stadium
- 20 Nov 2024
On 14 November 2024, I had the privilege of witnessing an extraordinary and unprecedented event. The Football Association (FA) celebrated Diwali at Wembley Stadium as part of its 'Faith and Football Series,' with joint support from BAPS Neasden...
The Housing Crisis this Christmas: 300,000 People Need a Home
- 28 Nov 2018
At a time when family, community and a roaring fire are the comforts of the season, many urgently need shelter and the basic necessities that can be taken for granted by those of us preparing for the festive period. The housing crisis remains...
Executor made personally liable for £340,000 tax bill
- 26 Oct 2018
In the recent case of Glyne T Harris as Personal Representative of Helena Norma McDonald (deceased) v HRMC (2018), Mr Harris, was found liable for a tax bill of £341,279.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Ministers’ Conflict with Judiciary
- 16 Dec 2020
Decades before Jagan Mohan Reddy, the present Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh (AP) wrote a letter to the Chief Justice of India making wild allegations against the High Court judges, Damodaram Sanjivayya, the second Chief Minister of Andhra...
Emperor Krishnadevaraya and World Heritage Hampi
- 08 Dec 2020
Recently the news flashed in The Hindu of Chennai attracted global attention since it is of international as well as historical importance: “Tourists can no longer get too close to the iconic stone chariot in front of the Vijaya Vittala Temple...
Heritage and History
- 04 Nov 2020
Introspection- Zanshin: Enhancing efficiency through Japanese wisdom
- 16 Jan 2025
Zanshin is a profound Japanese concept that literally translates to "remaining mind." It means a state of relaxed alertness and heightened awareness.
Introspection: Success is reducing the difference between 'Can' and 'Will'
- 08 Jan 2025
Often, we say, "I can do this." But this 'can' does not necessarily lead to action unless accompanied by a firm commitment: "I will do this," followed by actually doing it.
- 16 Jan 2025
Zanshin is a profound Japanese concept that literally translates to "remaining mind." It means a state of relaxed alertness and heightened awareness.
Veganuary, the 31-day challenge to adopt a vegan lifestyle each January, has become a global movement. But for many in the UK’s South Asian community, it’s more than just a trend—it’s an opportunity to reconnect with our roots while making choices...
- 08 Jan 2025
As we begin the new year in 2025, the very active terrain of contemporary blogging has evolved into a vast multimedia space.
- 08 Jan 2025
The passage of the Assisted Dying Bill by the UK Parliament marks a significant shift in how society views autonomy, dignity, and end-of-life care. But...
- 08 Jan 2025
Often, we say, "I can do this." But this 'can' does not necessarily lead to action unless accompanied by a firm commitment: "I will do this," followed by actually doing it.
Readers of Kapil’s Khichadi will be aware that for more than a decade I have been exposing the plight of white vulnerable girls who wereraped, violently abused and exploited by men of Pakistani heritage. This nation, its politicians, its media...
he Mahā Kumbha Melā in Prayagraj, India, is the world’s largest and oldest cultural and spiritual gathering. The Melā, which is being organised every 12 years since centuries, is next scheduled from 13th January 2025.
As the year draw to a close and a new one begins, it is a universal tradition across society to pause, reflect on the past and plan for the future. This practice is not new, it dates back to the time when our ancestors emerged from caves and...
- 18 Dec 2024
Often, we receive favours from people around us. They put in effort to help us during critical times of need. It goes without saying that such acts require their time and energy.
