A Ledbury Critic as well as writer, poet and editor, Sarala Estruch’s family history is filled with stories of migration, war, and cross-cultural and interracial love, marriage, and conflict.
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20th Mar 2026 | Updated at 12:29am 20th Mar 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...
The sound of the “Great East” to reverberate through London
For the first time, this November, the internationally renowned Aga Khan Music Awards will arrive in the UK, unfolding across a four-day festival from 20–23 November, coinciding with the closing weekend of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
IndianRaga Festival 2021 is a celebration of music and dance and a delightful experience for cultural aficionados.The first-ever edition of the ‘IndianRaga Festival’ was acclaimed by fans and artists alike. It ended up attracting an audience...
London Indian Film Festival who have now announced a season of film screenings across four cities opening with the UK Premiere of the Bengali drama Avijatrick.
The Festival of Natural Fibres, now in its fourth year, is an annual event designed to bring together fashion and textile designers, brands, sustainability...
Art Bytes is a new national, inter-school art competition, using art & technology to champion creativity in schools across England. 100 per cent of its...
When Kabir Bedi fatefully interviewed The Beatles for the first time in India for All India Radio, he asked John Lenon about one advice he’d give to the youth back then. Lenon told Bedi, “Question everything. Don’t be afraid of being a rebel.”
Announcing the scholarship he wrote: “I’ve created a scholarship at Faber Academy. I have paid the price of a place on my daytime Writing A Novel course and added a £250 stipend to help towards travel and other materials for a writer of colour...
Saima Razzaq is the first Queer Muslim woman to lead a Pride Parade in Britain and was recently appointed Head of Diversity and Inclusion by Birmingham...
India’s largest podcasting platform Hubhopper Studio has released #BoloAzadi. A playlist featuring podcasts that highlight independence in any form and celebrating India’s 75th Independence day on August 15, 2021.
A digital exhibition explores Mumbai through the lens of its first residents, The Kolis, and launches on World’s Indigenous People’s Day - 9 August 2021.
