Aakash Odedra is a dancer, choreographer and teacher born in Birmingham and living in Leicester, UK. He trained in the classical Indian dance styles of...
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9th Nov 2026 | Updated at 12:41am 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
Vishal Baria was born in 1989. He has finished his studies in India in science and technology.After that, he joined the merchant navy from 2007 to 2015...
- 20 Jul 2021
South Africa was plunged into violence earlier this month after former President Jacob Zuma turned himself in for a 15-month jail term for contempt of court for refusing to give evidence at an inquiry into corruption during his nine years in...
You don't have a hobby?If you ask this question to anyone: 'What's your hobby?' There is more than fifty percent chance that he will fumble. 'Well, I don't have any hobby,' or 'my work is my hobby,' or 'I don't have time for a hobby,' kind of...
It was a big day for Kanti Nagda, MBE when his name was announced, as the recipient for services to charities in the UK for which he was being decorated...
London based Sumayyah Khan’s brand delivers a seamless hair, makeup and styling experience for brides, commercial clientele and all those that want to look and feel beautiful. Asian Voice reached out to Khan to explore what brides in the community...
We saw in the Euro2020 final match between England and Italy that the result is not decided till the final penalty kick. It was a good game and both teams played well but just as it happens in every sport, the winner is only one. Each minute...
The racism issue should not be taking up media coverage of England’s great team performance. We should be talking about what wonderful role models they are.I still recall 20 years ago a numpty emailed my editor at the Financial Times that my...
- 13 Jul 2021
Recently, I came across a story on ‘6 Women Help Award-Winning Weavers Across India earn Rs 60 lakh in 2 Months’. By the time of writing this column, the amount raised had already gone upto Rs 75 Lakh. The story by Rinchen Norbu Wangchuk and...
Euro 2020 showed us the best of football, but off the pitch, something far more grim is taking shape. The abuse and hatred so many of England’s players...
