World’s first Sikh Court launches in London
"It is not a religious tribunal but is aimed at assisting Sikh families in their time of need."
British Sikh lawyers have come together to set up a new court as a dispute resolution forum for the community caught up in family and civil disputes. The court was founded by Sikh lawyers who believe secular judges lack the religious and cultural expertise required to resolve...
JAY SEAN – UK & IRELAND TOUR “ORIGINS” IN SUMMER 2024
JAY SEAN ANNOUNCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED UK & IRELAND TOUR “ORIGINS” IN SUMMER 2024
Jay Sean, the South Asian/British trailblazing artist behind the historic Billboard Hot 100 #1 single "Down," is set to embark on a triumphant UK & Ireland tour “Origins” in MAY AND JUNE 2024. The tour will showcase Jay Sean's remarkable career, featuring hits spanning 2 decades, that have left an undeniable mark...
Covid Appeal: Jay Shetty to Host ‘Help India Breathe’ Virtual Fundraiser for GiveIndia
Jay Shetty, Lilly Singh, Deepak Chopra, Jay Sean and more are coming together in a two-hour virtual fundraiser for GiveIndia in support of India’s...
Watch: Powerful Short Film ‘Never Forget Stephen Lawrence’ to Mark Stephen Lawrence Day
A powerful spoken-word short film Never Forget Stephen Lawrence, featuring over 50 names in entertainment and politics released today, as part of a national...
Donations Appeal to Support Vulnerable Families this Ramadan with Barnado’s
Barnardo’s, the UK’s largest children’s charity is wishing Muslims across the UK ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ as the community prepares for the holy month of Ramadan.
This...
Vaisakhi 2021: A History of the Sikh Festival
Vaisakhi, or Baisakhi is the Sikh New Year festival and one of the most important dates in the Sikh calendar.
Vaisakhi is an ancient Sikh...
Holi 2021: Mayor Sadiq Khan Spreads Holi Cheer in Colourful Video Message
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan sends his best wishes to those celebrating Holi in a special video message, for the two-day Hindu festival...
Watch: HRH The Prince of Wales Congratulates Bangladesh on Golden Jubilee
HRH The Prince of Wales congratulates Bangladesh on the Golden Jubilee and celebrates the shared values of the UK and Bangladesh in video message.
His...
Bangladesh Independence Day 2021: Newham Gov Celebrates 50 Years with Online Event Featuring Mumzy Stranger
Today marks 50 years of Bangladesh Independence — and to celebrate the milestone, London Borough of Newham will host an online event that explores...
BBC Asian Network to Programme Year of Celebrations to Mark Bangladesh’s 50th Year of Independence
Over the course of a year from 22 March, BBC Asian Network will begin celebrations across radio and TV to mark Bangladesh’s 50th year...
Asian Woman Festival 2021 Goes Online with Accessibility Made Priority
Asian Woman Festival 2021 goes virtual this year and places priority on accessibility, despite Covid restrictions.
The event that celebrates South Asian women and underrepresented...
Birmingham 2022: DCMS Announces New Appointments to Organising Committee, Plus Job Opportunities
The DCMS (Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport) has announced the appointment of two new members to the Organising Committee board for Birmingham...
Arts Council England & National Lottery Heritage Fund Award £6M to Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022 Cultural Festival
Arts Council England and National Lottery Heritage Fund have bestowed £6million collectively to the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022 cultural festival.
Funding will go towards...
Lohri 2021: Significance of the Indian Mid-Winter Festival
Lohri is primarily celebrated in the Punjab region of India by Hindus and Sikhs and this year, the mid-winter festival falls on 13 January.
Lohri...
