International Mother Language Day, observed on February 21, celebrates linguistic diversity and the role of mother tongues in preserving culture, identity, and community.For the Indian diaspora in the UK, languages like Gujarati, Punjabi, Hindi,...
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9th Nov 2026 | Updated at 11:13pm 9th Nov 2026
From the Festival of Lights to Life at TfL- A Story of Connection
With Diwali upon us, I find myself reflecting on two journeys that have shaped my life, my personal connection to the Festival of Lights and my professional journey at Transport for London.
Indiaspora celebrates Diwali at House of Lords
Indiaspora’s annual Diwali dinner at the House of Lords on 30 October underscored the growing influence of the Indian diaspora and brought together prominent business leaders, parliamentarians and distinguished guests.
Tributes honour Citibond Travel's Alpa Shahq
- 18 Dec 2024
Tributes have poured in for Alpa Ashishbhai Shah, a respected tourism industry veteran, who passed away peacefully on Sunday (15) after a valiant battle with cancer.
Remembering Shri Khodidasbhai Dhamecha on his second death anniversary
- 15 Feb 2022
The strong foundation of heritage, philanthropy and service built by Shri Khodidasbhai Dhamecha is an inspiration for future generations and our communities.
Remembering Lady Pramila Parekh
- 10 Oct 2024
Worshippers at a Hindu temple in Peterborough have said they are “heartbroken” at the prospect of losing their spiritual home after their second attempt to buy the site was unsuccessful.
Sadiq Khan has switched on London’s Ramadan lights, describing the display as a “shining symbol of the kind of city we are”.
The Bhavan, London, celebrated India’s Republic Day on 10 February 2026, with His Excellency Kartik Pande, Acting High Commissioner of India, as chief...
The skyline of Mumbai, India’s financial heartbeat, served as the backdrop for a transformative three days as the LIBF Expo 2026 – Mumbai Calling unfolded...
Skiing has long been seen as an elite, overwhelmingly white sport, one where British Asian faces are still relatively rare. But that picture is slowly...
As the sun sets and the call to break the fast draws near, long tables fill with strangers who, within moments, become something closer to friends.
In an era where virtual connections are increasingly superficial, a spiritual revolution is brewing, one that harmonises ancient devotion with modern rhythms....
Hundreds of people of Indian origin and Bangladeshi-origin Hindus braved cold, heavy rain to protest outside the Houses of Parliament in London on Wednesday, urging UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to take stronger action to condemn what they...
For Shama Tatler, now Baroness Shah, entering the House of Lords was never part of a carefully plotted political trajectory. Her’s is not the story of...
