Last year over 6 million people took part in one of the 92,000 Big Lunch events organised across the UK, but last weekend it was celebrated as the Big ‘Virtual’ Lunch with events online, on the phone and on the doorstep- with proper social distancing.
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30th Aug 2026 | Updated at 10:13pm 30th Aug 2026
Building a legacy of lives transformed in Leicestershire
If 2026 has taught us anything so far, it’s that resilience in the third sector is no longer optional.
EMPOWERING TOMORROW
In a modern world where youth engagement is more critical than ever, the Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh UK (HSS UK) proves that robust civic responsibility and rich cultural heritage naturally go hand in hand.
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
The government has issued new Covid-19 secure guidelines to UK employers to help them get their businesses up and running and operating as safely as possible.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced an unprecedented package of support to protect jobs and businesses across the UK during the ongoing crisis and provide a wide range of financial support.
Leicester’s Indian community has reacted with fury against the MP for Leicester East Claudia Webbe following her decision to sign a letter calling for self determination for Kashmir.
- 26 May 2020
A study by Surrey and Southampton Universities has recently revealed that people who are overweight or obese and have darker skin tones could be at greater...
Faith leaders and Government have agreed to develop a plan to enable the phased and safe reopening of places of worship when the evidence shows it is the right time to do so.
With repatriation flights successfully starting between UK and India, Indians stuck in the UK are breathing a sigh of relief. The High Commission of India is working round the clock to help them reach home. But people from Bengal are upset,...
For the first time ever, Britain’s 2.6 million Muslims will observe Eid al-Fitr in lockdown, under strict conditions imposed in response to Covid-19.
The UK government, regulators and financial organisations are urging people to be extra careful, as fraudsters are seeking to exploit the Covid-19 crisis....
The UK’s wedding industry is among one of the hardest hit, as the Coronavirus pandemic led to limitations on UK’s public gatherings and hosting of events....
