The Lalit Hotel in London looked straight out of a Bollywood scene. Meticulously decorated in orange and pink, the hosts welcomed all the guests with a smile and a polite 'namaste'. As we walked into the lobby, passed by the beautiful water...
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8th Feb 2026 | Updated at 03:09pm 8th Feb 2026
WHEN MANTRAS MEET MODERN BEATS
In an era where virtual connections are increasingly superficial, a spiritual revolution is brewing, one that harmonises ancient devotion with modern rhythms. Soul-stirring kirtans, immersive storytelling, and high-energy collective vibes with...
From local government to the Lords: Shama Tatler on power, policy and representation
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 a carefully choreographed political ascent, but one shaped by public service, lived experience...
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
Over 15,000 people from all over the UK came together on 22 October to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, at Bhaktivedanta Manor Hare Krishna Temple, as part of one of the biggest festivals in the country. During this joyous occasion, complimentary...
The 10 Downing Street organised a Diwali celebration this year in absence of Prime Minister Theresa May. May was in Brussles on Monday 16 October evening,...
The 84th birth celebrations of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj were joyously celebrated in his presence on Saturday 23 September 2017 at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, London.
His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj inaugurated the new BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Chigwell, East London, on Sunday 8 October 2017. He and accompanying swamis performed the murti-pratishtha vidhi – a special Vedic ceremony infusing the images...
- 11 Oct 2017
Following a recent visit to the BAPS Neasden temple, Sruti Dharma das, Temple President of ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor, casually invited Mahant Swami Maharaj, international spiritual head of BAPS, to visit the Manor. Considering the Swami’s elderly...
A race audit by the Prime Minister Theresa May shows that unemployment rate for Black and Asian people is almost double of what it is for white people....
Volunteers from Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kingsbury spent Sunday 1st October 2017 collecting food items from donors at local supermarkets in support of a local foodbank, Sufra.
Trafalgar Square will be transformed with a colourful and vibrant mix of music, dance and live performance to mark the Mayor of London’s annual Diwali...
With Durga Puja festivities and Dusserah drawing to a close, the diaspora continues with the spirit of celebrations, now preparing for the upcoming Sharad...
