Asian Lite News Archive

Category: UK News

  • From filling envelopes to successful businesswoman

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    A woman who started her career putting statements into envelopes and who has now risen to the ranks of senior business manager and ambassador for female entrepreneurs at NatWest Bank has won the award of outstanding business woman of the year at this year’s Institute of Asian Businesses (IAB) annual awards dinner. Back from left:…

  • Strictly axes Sunetra

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    Sunetra Sarker, the Casualty star, has been voted off Strictly Come Dancing. She’s the latest celebrity to exit the show. Sunetra Sarkar and her professional partner, Brendan Cole The 42-year-old actress and her professional partner Brendan Cole are the ninth couple to be eliminated from BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing. Sunetra and Brendan failed to secure…

  • Police and Crime Plan for Manchester

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    Greater Manchester’s Police and Crime Commissioner has reaffirmed his commitment to local people as he marks two years in office. Tony Lloyd has launched a refreshed Police and Crime Plan which reflects the views of local communities, local authorities and other agencies across Greater Manchester. The plan takes account of emerging issues and challenges facing…

  • Gabhru Panjab De wins UK Bhangra Awards

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    They have conquered the world stage for over 26 years and now the UK based multi-award winning dance group, Gabhru Panjab De (GPD), have officially won the UK Bhangra Awards 2014 under the category ‘Best Dance Group’. The awards ceremony took place at Baylis House, in Slough. Popularly known as GPD, the group is based…

  • £2m to improve services for rape victims

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    Rape Crisis England & Wales has become the first organisation in the voluntary sector to win a significant government contract for workforce development, to increase and improve service provision for sexual violence survivors. The new contract shows national recognition for Rape Crisis and their expert services, which include specialist advocacy, support and counselling for survivors…

  • Shared Parental Leave commences

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    Workplace experts Acas are advising employers and employees to familiarise themselves with new shared parental leave rights that commenced from December 1, 2014. Shared parental leave (SPL) is a new legal right which allows couples to share maternity or adoption leave and pay from April 5, 2015. Couples finding out now that they are expecting…

  • ‘Right to rent’ checks begin in West Midlands

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    Landlords in the West Midlands who fail rightfully check whether prospective tenants and current tenants are in the country legally will face a £3,000 fine, under a new rule expected to be rolled out across the UK. The Birmingham, Walsall, Sandwell, Dudley and Wolverhampton area is the first where the check must be made reported BBC.…

  • British Muslims face worst job prospect: Study

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    Muslims in Britain constitute the worst off community when it comes to employment opportunities, a new research has found, according to media reports. Muslim men in Britain were up to 76 percent less likely to have a job of any kind compared to white, male British Christians of the same age and with the same…

  • Prince Charles lauds volunteer mentors

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    HRH The Prince of Wales has congratulated a group of over 70 mentors for their positive contribution to children and adults in some of the country’s most deprived communities. The individuals who volunteer on behalf of Mosaic, a mentoring initiative set up by The Prince of Wales in 2007, were invited to attend a reception…

  • DVLA personalised number breaks record

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    DVLA Personalised Registrations has set a new British record for a personalised registration sold by the Agency after 25 O was bought for more than £500,000. Incredibly, John Collins, who, as owner of Talacrest, is regarded as one of the world’s leading collectors and dealers of classic Ferraris, bought 25 O for £518,000 less than…

  • ‘Up to 13,000 slaves’ working in Britain

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    Britain’s Home Office said that there could be up to 13,000 victims of slavery in the country, far more than previous estimates, media reported . Modern slavery victims are said to include women forced into prostitution, “imprisoned” domestic staff and workers in fields, factories and fishing boats, BBC reported. The Home Office has launched a…

  • AOL, Honeypot join hands to serve kids for Xmas

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    The Art of Living Foundation joins hands with Honeypot Children’s charity and invites you to join its creative service campaign to help children during the ongoing Christmas season and to spread that joy of sharing and giving gifts.  The organisation earnestly appeals to all to be part of this Mission Santa! ‘’A child’s smile is…

  • New fund to empower Greater Manchester’s youngsters

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    Communities across Greater Manchester are set to benefit from a new £600,000 fund to empower young people and keep them out of trouble. The Youth Aspiration Fund, announced by, will support work with vulnerable children and young people at risk of offending or risky behaviour. Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Lloyd with new GMP cadets…

  • A political football called migration

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    It is the political football that is migration or more to the point immigration, as we are the offspring of….says YZ Patel Always the first, second , third , fourth and fifth topic to be discussed on Question Time on every show. It’s a obstreperous subject for most of us as without it we wouldn’t…

  • £39.5 million British aid for Iraqis this winter

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    New support from the UK will ensure thousands of families in Iraq can survive the first winter since being forced to flee their homes by ISIL terrorists, International Development Secretary Justine Greening announced today. The £16.5 million in new funding will provide essential help including warm clothing, tents, blankets, heaters and other essential supplies as…

  • Khan calls for recognition of Palestinian State

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    Afzal Khan, the Labour MEP for the North West and Vice-Chair of Security & Defence in the European Parliament, called on the EU to recognize the State of Palestine when it takes to the vote in December. Afzal Khan, Labour MEP for the North West and Vice-Chair of Security & Defence in the European Parliament…

  • Awareness about forced marriage cases

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    A specialist charity, the Saheli Project and Family specialist Colin Davies, a partner at Linder Myers Solicitors, presented a seminar tackling the issue of forced marriage at an event hosted by the Association of Asian Women Lawyers in Manchester. The seminar covered the scale of the issue in this country and victims’ legal rights in…

  • Black friday madness

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    Police have been called to supermarkets across the country and shoppers have complained about websites crashing as the US Black Friday retail phenomenon becomes ever more popular in the UK. Sales began at midnight with hordes of bargain-hunters descending on stores in a rush to pick up goods ahead of Christmas reported Sky News. Police…

  • Two kids from Africa tested for Ebola in Britain

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    Two children, who had arrived in Britain from Africa, are being tested for Ebola, according to media reports . The children are said to be showing viral symptoms and are being monitored at the infectious diseases isolation unit at the Royal Victoria Infirmary at Newcastle, in Britain, The Independent reported. Public Health England (PHE) did…

  • Cameron to outline benefit restrictions for EU migrants

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    The prime minister will set out plans to curb welfare benefits for migrants from the EU in a speech shortly. David Cameron will say EU migrants should have to wait at least four years before receiving benefits such as tax credits or council houses reported BBC. He will insist the changes, which he will seek…

  • Cameron faces heat over immigration

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     With net annual migration soaring to more than a quarter of a million, British Prime Minister David Cameron’s promise to reduce the figures has been questioned. Official figures showed net migration has risen to 260,000 in the 12 months to June, compared with 182,000 in the previous year. His Liberal Democrat deputy Nick Clegg hit…

  • Herizo wins Tusk Award for Conservation

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    Land Rover joined wildlife conservation charity Tusk and its royal patron The Duke of Cambridge in honouring the best of up-and-coming conservationists in Africa.  The Tusk Conservation Awards, saw supporters including opera singer Katherine Jenkins, comedian Rory Bremner, Dragons Den star Deborah Meaden, actor and adventurer Charley Boorman and England rugby captain Chris Robshaw join…

  • Briton killed in Kabul suicide attack

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    A British national and four Afghans were killed  in a suicide attack on a British embassy vehicle in Kabul which left 34 others injured, officials said. The attack occurred at 10.30 a.m. when the suicide bomber detonated explosives inside his car that was near the diplomatic vehicle in eastern Kabul, according to a statement from…

  • India launches e-visa for 43 countries

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    India launched electronic visa (e-visa) facility for tourists from 43 countries, including US, Israel, Palestine and Japan to boost tourism sector and offer hassle-free travel to foreign visitors. Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, along with union Culture and Tourism Minister Mahesh Sharma launched the Tourist Visa on Arrival (TVOA) service enabled with electronic travel authorisation…

  • Dr Reddy honoured at London palace

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    Padma Bhushan Dr. K. Srinath Reddy honoured at Buckingham Palace in London….writes Ragasudha Vinjamuri Padma Bhushan Dr. K. Srinath Reddy, President, Public Health Foundation of India has been conferred an honorary Doctor of Science (Medicine) for his outstanding contributions to public health and cardiologyat a special ceremony held at Buckingham Palace today  by Princess Anne, who…

  • Diaspora doubts British sincerity on Gandhi statue

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     Ahead of the proposed installation of a statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the British parliament, a section of the Indian diaspora has expressed scepticism about the British government’s motive behind the move and instead favoured redressal of their concerns as a real tribute to the Father of the Nation. Created by sculptor Philip Jackson, based…

  • Wenger praises Arsenal

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      Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger gave all thumbs up to his team after the English club defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 to reach last 16 of the Champions League. “Overall it was a committed game. Maybe we were defensively better tonight. We are a team that likes to go forward – sometimes we feel we must…

  • Afghan suicide attack hits UK embassy car

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    A suicide bomber has struck a British embassy vehicle in the capital of Afghanistan, Kabul, causing casualties among Afghan civilians. At least three people were killed and about 30 others injured, officials say. It is not clear whether the embassy vehicle was the target of the attack reported BBC. Officials say a bomber on a…

  • ‘Nav Utsav’ celebration in Bradford

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    Kala Sangam, a Bradford-based national organisation for South Asian arts, culture and heritage, is hosting ‘Nav Utsav’, on November 29, at the premises of the centre. Vijay Venkat The programme will give music lovers an opportunity to enjoy the versatility of Vijay Venkat, an outstanding musician from India. Considered a genius with musical instruments, he…

  • Grants to help end hate crime

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    A file photo of Manchester Town Hall Manchester residents who want to help end hate crime are being asked to apply for grants to hold their own events next year. Manchester City Council, along with Greater Manchester Police and other organisations such as the Crown Prosecution Service, is organising the city’s hate crime awareness week…

  • British actress backs domestic violence campaign

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    Leicester-born actress Nita Mistry has lent her support for the new domestic and sexual violence campaign by starring in a film that illustrates the role friends and family can play in stopping abuse. The film’s storyline focuses on a woman called Michelle who lives with a violent partner. It explores the breakdown of Michelle’s relationship…

  • UK to pay tribute to Indian maestros

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    Surtarang, the radio programme in Wolverhampton, is celebrating the 80th birthday of Dr Radha Viswanathan, daughter of the legend M S Subbulakshmi on December 11. The show which will be aired on Gorgeous Live, will pay tribute to some of the maestros of Indian classical music, such as the late M S Subbulakshmi, the Queen…

  • Chelsea crush Schalke 5-0

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      English club Chelsea have entered the round of the last sixteen of the UEFA Champions League with a 5-0 rout of German club Schalke in a Group G match. Chelsea smoothed the way for the victory Tuesday with three first-half goals, as Schalke were unable to fight back on home soil, reports Xinhua. The…

  • DDLJ: 1000 Weeks of Timeless Romance

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    Yash Raj Films will unveil a series of activities to commemorate the completion of 1000 Weeks of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’s (endearingly referred to as DDLJ) Uninterrupted Run at the Box Office. The film released on 20th October 1995 and ever since has been playing out in the iconic Maratha Mandir, making it the longest running film in the history…

  • Inside Rolls-Royce show at London

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    Inside Rolls-Royce, the first ever public exhibition in the marque’s history opened its doors this morning to the public. The exhibition at at Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York Square, off the Kings Road in London’s Chelsea, was a great experience “For a long time we have been inspired by the notion that Rolls-Royce captivates an audience…

  • London gears up for car show

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    ExCeL in Docklands will be the venue for the inaugural London Classic Car Show (8-11 January, 2015) where Jaguar, Ferrari, Aston Martin and Pagini are just some of the top marques that will be represented by the dealers. The cream of the UK’s specialist dealers have embraced the long awaited arrival of a premium classic…

  • Taj Khazana to unveil new collections

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    Luxury lifestyle boutique Taj Khazana at St. James’ Court, Taj Hotel, London is introducing four exclusive new collections by fashion designers Urvashi Kaur, Neishaa Gharat’s House of Gharats, Tomomi Yamamoto as well as a range of fragrances from Pell Wall this month. This includes a signature St. James’ Court scent inspired by the history and…

  • London to host world meet to tackle Islamophobia

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    A high-profile conference on Islamophobia bringing together some of the issue’s leading luminaries is to be held in London on December 13, 2014 Organised by the Islamic Human Rights Commission the gathering will explore and suggest responses to the alarming rise of Islamophobia in the UK. Recent years have witnessed an unprecedented increase in Islamophobic…

  • Hindu scholar raps Ganesha grotesque on Windsor Chapel

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    Hindu community is upset at placing of carved Lord Ganesha as a grotesque creature on the medieval walls of St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, England. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) , was critical of this re imagined Lord Ganesha image as grotesque installed on a Chapel wall and termed…

  • FIVE FAITHS, ONE JOURNEY

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    Sherry Ashworth shares her experience of recent visit to Brussels There’s no doubt about it – religion has a bad press.  I don’t even have to quote examples to prove this – just pick up any newspaper, read any website, and the accusations and stereotypes are all there.  Religion causes war.  It sanctions extremism. It’s…

  • Car clubs cash awards

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    Car club schemes across England received a huge boost today as Transport Minister Baroness Kramer announced the winning bidders for a share of £500,000 Government funding. Over 50 new vehicles will now be  available across car club demonstration projects in Derby, Nottingham, Norfolk and West Yorkshire, thanks to the awards. Membership of car clubs allows…

  • Four NRI students picked as Rhodes scholars

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    Four Indian American students, Anisha Gururaj, Sai P. Gourisankar, Maya Krishnan and Abishek Kulshreshtha, are among 32 men and women chosen as 2015 Rhodes Scholars from the US. Considered the oldest and best known award for international study, Rhodes Scholarships provide all expenses for two or three years of study at the University of Oxford…

  • NRI scientist finds gene that cuts stroke risk

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    An Indian-origin scientist has discovered a gene that protects people against one of the major causes of stroke in young and middle-aged adults, a development that could hold the key to new treatments. “Our findings provide us with a greater understanding of how this region of the genome appears to influence key vascular functions which…

  • MCR hosts mosque /synagogue twinning

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    Several members of the Muslim Jewish Forum of Greater Manchester and other members of the Muslim and Jewish communities in Manchester took part in a worldwide twinning event in which local Mosques were twinned with local Synagogues. This was organised internationally by the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding. In Manchester this twinning took place between Manchester…

  • Employment rate for BME people highest on record

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    Employment for people from black and ethnic minority backgrounds has reached a record high with unemployment falling across all ethnic groups, according to new official statistics. The figures published by the Office for National Statistics show that there are 166,000 more people from BME backgrounds in work compared to this time last year, bringing the…

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    The Webb Ellis Cup, the most coveted prize in Rugby, will visit Dubai this week (November 27 – 28) on the eighth leg of the Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour. Rugby World Cup, the third largest global sporting event behind the Olympics and Football World Cup, takes place in England and Cardiff next year between…

  • DVLA to auction private number plates

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    DVLA Personalised Registrations’ 25th Anniversary Auction later this week could prove to be a battle of the supercar brands in terms of which particular lot comes out on top as the historic sale’s most expensive. While there are 1,600 lots aimed at all tastes and budgets listed in the three-day sale being held at The…

  • Core cities meet with William Hague

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    Ten leaders and mayors of Core Cities UK, the ‘Core Cities Cabinet’, met with William Hague MP, chair of The Cabinet Committee for Devolved Powers, to discuss a plan to drive forward devolution to the UK’s cities. The Core Cities Cabinet demanded that devolution to the UK’s cities is delivered in the same time frame as Scottish devolution. (From left to right): Rt Hon William Hague…

  • British troops withdraw from southern Afghanistan

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    British service personnel have left southern Afghanistan after completing the “most challenging” military redeployment operation of the generation, the British ministry of defence (MoD) announced . Britain’s Union Jack flag was lowered at Kandahar airfield in southern Afghanistan over the weekend. British Royal Air Force (RAF) personnel have operated in the region since 2001, Xinhua…

  • Automatic probe to stop sham marriages

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    As a crackdown on sham marriages, the government in Britain has decided to automatically investigate all proposed weddings which involve non-European citizens who don’t have the right to stay in the UK. According to the new rules, registrars will now have to tell the Home Office about any proposed marriage involving a person who has…