Visa reforms strain Britain’s health and education sectors

Indian students and workers are now the biggest group of visa-holders leaving the UK, as new estimates reveal a steep decline in overall net migration. UK universities also recorded an 11% drop in Indian student enrolments following tighter visa regulations.

'Human Cost of Terrorism' exhibition highlights global need for peace and solidarity

A special exhibition, organised by the High Commission of India in London, commemorated the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks of 2008 along with other incidents that cost irreparable losses of life. 

The Budget’s fine print

The Autumn Budget has triggered fresh debate among South Asian communities and SMEs, many of whom are seeking clarity on measures that could quietly reshape their financial future.

Abu Dhabi's BAPS Mandir wins AV award

Abu Dhabi: The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi has been awarded the prestigious accolades in the audiovisual industry: the MONDO-DR Award in the category of House of Worship. Dubbed as the "Oscars of the AV world," the awards, held at Ole Red...

Spirit of Diwali unites communities worldwide

The spirit of Diwali has truly gone global this year. In a historic move, three US states, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and California, have officially designated Diwali as a state holiday, marking a growing recognition of the festival’s cultural...

India pays tribute to Sardar Patel at Statue of Unity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday led the nation in commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat. Observed as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), the occasion featured a...

The birth and re-birth of Indian locomotives

The story of India’s railways is, in many ways, the story of India itself — a tale of reinvention, resilience, and revolution on steel tracks. Today, as sleek, air-conditioned coaches glide across electrified lines, millions experience a new...

Where is growth in the Budget?

Rachel Reeves and the government have missed a real opportunity to put our country on a growth trajectory in this Budget.

Why Britain’s middle class feels squeezed

Rachel Reeves has pulled a staggering £66bn from the UK economy: £40bn in the October 2024 Budget, largely from businesses, and another £26bn in the November 2025 Budget, hitting workers, the wealthy and businesses to fund higher welfare spending...

Dementia affected football fans' gesture

Football fans living with dementia made history at Wembley Stadium when they joined England and Wales players as mascots for their international friendly. As part of the official charity partnership between Alzheimer's Society and The Football...

FICCI leads India-UK Sports collaboration drive in Manchester visit

FICCI leads India-UK Sports collaboration drive in Manchester visit

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.

England cricket partners with director Gurinder Chadha to create blockbuster film

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has worked with award-winning British-Indian director Gurinder Chadha to create a blockbuster film trailer to promote this summer’s highly anticipated series against India Women. 

Santosh: A story of strength, loss, and self-discovery

Shahana Goswami is a critically acclaimed actress known for her nuanced performances. She began her film journey with ‘Yun Hota Toh Kya Hota’ (2006) and rose to fame with ‘Rock On!!’ (2008). Her latest film, ‘Santosh’, has earned nominations...

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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