BURNHAM’S ‘CARE’ TEST

For the past few weeks, PM Andy Burnham has stepped into Downing Street with the confidence and urgency of a leader determined to reshape the country he now governs. From forging new international alliances to unveiling sweeping domestic reforms, the new Prime Minister has wasted little time in setting out his vision for Britain’s future.

Wedding law reform: What it means for South Asian couples

Couples in England and Wales will be able to legally marry at locations such as their homes, pubs and cruise ships under the biggest overhaul of wedding laws in nearly 200 years.The reforms aim to replace outdated venue rules, giving couples...

BURNHAM’S ‘CARE’ TEST

For the past few weeks, PM Andy Burnham has stepped into Downing Street with the confidence and urgency of a leader determined to reshape the country he now governs. From forging new international alliances to unveiling sweeping domestic reforms,...

Nita Ambani receives AAPI Humanitarian award

Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita M Ambani received the AAPI Humanitarian Award at a ceremony in Tampa, Florida, in recognition of her contributions to healthcare, education, sports, culture and community development.She was also presented...

Indian national arrested in Santa Fe child predator sting

A 26-year-old Indian national, Nagaraju Balkam, was arrested earlier this month in a multi-day undercover operation targeting online child sexual predators, the Santa Fe Police confirmed.Balkam was one of four men taken into custody after detectives...

A HISTORIC DEAL, A BIGGER TEST AHEAD

When the clock strikes midnight on 15 July, it will signal more than the implementation of a free trade agreement. It marks the beginning of a new economic relationship between two countries linked by history but increasingly united by shared...

Gujarat courts UK investors at Gujarat Future Forum in London

India Global Forum convened the Gujarat Future Forum: Regional Leadership, Global Opportunity at India House in London, bringing together senior policymakers, diplomats and business leaders to explore Gujarat’s expanding role in the UK–India...

BURNHAM’S ‘CARE’ TEST

For the past few weeks, PM Andy Burnham has stepped into Downing Street with the confidence and urgency of a leader determined to reshape the country he now governs. From forging new international alliances to unveiling sweeping domestic reforms,...

Duty-Free trade begins as first Indian consignments land in the UK

The first seven zero-duty shipments from India, featuring products such as handcrafted jewellery arrived in the UK following the official entry into force of the landmark India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).

Glasgow passes Commonwealth Games baton to Amdavad

As the Glasgow Commonwealth Games concluded, India officially began the countdown to the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad with a vibrant handover ceremony celebrating the country's culture, heritage and modern identity through music, dance...

HCI London celebrates women in blue at India House

The High Commission of India in the UK hosted a special reception for the Indian women’s cricket team at India House, attended by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal.During the event, Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, Head Coach Amol...

Leading Lights with Rani Singh

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.

Monty's Spin with Monty Panesar

Monty's Spin

  • 25 Mar 2020

The Covid-19 virus has taken the world by storm. It has stopped all sporting events and the risks should be taken seriously. We should be at home for at least 3 weeks and we should take the government advise very seriously.

Melody queen Asha Bhosle passes away at 92

The legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle, whose versatile voice defined Bollywood music for over seven decades, died aged 92 at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai.Admitted with a chest infection and extreme exhaustion, the two-time Grammy...

Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveil iconic DDLJ statue in London

Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol marked a milestone in London as they unveiled a bronze statue of their Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge characters, Raj and Simran, at Leicester Square. The installation celebrates 30 years of the beloved...

Stream Cream

Bytes to bingeGenre: Comedy DramaWritten by: Timothy GreenbergDuration: 26 minWhere to watch: Netflix

I spy "The spy”!

Yes. that’s right we see the comedian in a 360 U-turn role like we have never seen him before and I am pleasantly surprised!

Stereotypical ‘Rocky and Rani’ teach us how to embrace differences

The film revolves around the love story of Rocky and Rani, as the title suggests, between a stereotypical flamboyant Punjabi boy who meets an intellectual Bengali girl under unusual circumstances. And love conquers all. But if only life was...

Ajeeb Dastans

Ajeeb Dastans is an anthology of four short films and is produced by the super Producer/Director Karan Johar. The premise of the film is that each story will bring us a shocking and horrifying twist that we were not betting on.

Nitin TeckChandani: Robothink

Robothink, a leading coding, robotics, and engineering company, is making significant strides in preparing children aged 4 to 14 through STEM-themed camps, workshops and afterschool and learning centre programmes for children

SPOTLIGHT: Anandana Nadhavajhala: Universal Yoga

You can hear the meditative cool straight away in Anandana’s voice: her regular classes must surely be transformative! Indeed, the young yoga teacher is award-winning and focuses significantly on special needs while catering to a range of young...

CM Sharma visits UK to usher investments into ‘Rising Rajasthan’

The Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Deputy CM Diya Kumari with delegates visited London last week, to host an investor meet. The afternoon was organised by FICCI and High Commission of India at Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, and was attended...

India's travel evolution attracting the UK and world

India's economic rise has lifted millions out of poverty and enhanced the country's geopolitical influence. Less evident, however, is the impact of its growing consumer class on global tourism.



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