We have reached a milestone of 250 issues of the newspaper – Bringing you...
We wanted to mark this occasion by celebrating with our readers. We are proud to have reported on some key stories over the years that have affected our communities. There have been many highs and lows which have had...
The Silent Cry
I’m not a parent. I cannot begin to comprehend the pain felt by the parents of Asad Khan at the loss of their 11 year old son. I cannot fathom what drove a young boy, with a bright future,...
India Independence Day
Indian Independence Day is a hugely significant national holiday which marks the seminal moment the nation became independent from the United Kingdom. This was officially declared on 15 August 1947, making this India’s 73rd Independence Day.
On the 15th August not...
The Holy Month – Ramadan
Ramadan is the Islamic holy month and during this month Muslims around the world won’t eat or drink between dawn and sunset.
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic year but the date isn't decided until shortly beforehand because the calendar...
Vaisakhi Celebrations in Birmingham – 28th April 2019
April is the time of year when Sikhs around the world celebrate the festival of Vaisakhi, one of the most important dates in the Sikh calendar. The festival marks several important events including; the time Sikhi was created as a...
NEWHAM UNDER THE STARS 2018 SET TO SHINE
Some of the finest South Asian music talent will perform at Central Park, East Ham in London on August 17 as part of the annual Newham Under The Stars event. One of the summer’s biggest free music events will...
Survey suggests – British Asians are more socially conservative than rest of UK
A ComRes survey for the Asian Network suggests British Asians are more socially conservative - and more optimistic - than the broader UK population. The survey found that less than half of respondents - 43% - thought same-sex relationships...
How your recruitment strategy might be destroying your competitive advantage
I have heard from many of my friends how difficult they are finding it to engage with companies with job vacancies. Many organisations (particularly in the public sector) don't even acknowledge applications and fail to provide feedback.
Obviously, I support...
Pakistan Independence Day
Pakistan Independence Day, which is annually held on August 14th, celebrated the country’s independence from the British rule on that date in 1947. This day is an occasion to promote patriotism and national unity.
Independence Day is a public holiday....
BALANCE FOR BETTER – INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
10 Inspirational British Asian Women
March 8th marks the annual International Women’s Day. The internationally recognised campaign celebrates and acknowledges the achievement of women. This year's theme is #BalanceForBetter, the campaign theme provides a unified direction to guide and galvanize...
