Asian Lite News Archive

Category: Woman

  • Alia To Join woman-led company with Indian roots

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    Yet another Bollywood celebrity to join in the business world is youth icon Alia Bhatt. The young superstar has made a personal investment in leading omnichannel lifestyle retailer, Nykaa via a secondary transaction for an undisclosed amount. iCommenting on the development Falguni Nayar, Founder and CEO, Nykaa said, “Alia and I had a very interesting…

  • Srishti Receives Grant from Culture Recovery Fund

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    Independent Indian dance and music organisation named Srishti, run by Nina Rajarani MBE has been awarded a grant as part of the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund (CRF) to help face the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure they have a sustainable future, the Culture Secretary has announced. “I am overwhelmed, relieved…

  • Parallax: New Promise To New Normal

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    Designers Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna closed the first-ever phygital edition of Lotus Make-up India Fashion Week, Spring Summer ’21 with their line called Parallax on Sunday. Parallax is a collection created for the “new modern” bride and groom, as the designers aspired to present what they call a “new promise to this new normal”.…

  • Art Of Fashion Film Making

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    The Fashion Week film is here to stay. It does seem like the most socially responsible way of continuing with the fashion week system…writes Sujata Assomull. The first fashion week to embrace a full digital format was London Fashion Week in June. You would think going digital would increase social media traction for the industry…

  • Taramati: India’s glorious weaving heritage

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    National award-winning fashion designer Gaurang Shah has launched his collection Taramati on Day 1 of the first digital edition of the Lakme Fashion Week. The designer on Tuesday presented a line-up of 30 handwoven sarees, inspired by dancer and singer Taramati who used to perform in the court of the seventh king of Golconda, Abdulla…

  • The Woman I Want to Be

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     “The woman I was yesterday, introduced me to the woman I am today; which makes me very excited about meeting the woman I will become tomorrow.” KIRAN SINGH UK-based mumpreneurs Kiran Singh is releasing her latest book; ‘The Woman I Want to Be’ on Monday the 19th of October. The new title from one of the…

  • Alert! Women More Prone To Diabetes

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    Traditionally, women play the role of caregivers in India when it comes to families and their health. More often than not, this means that they prioritise the health of their loved ones over their own. When it comes to diabetes in women, a new study shows higher incidence of diabetes in women – as compared…

  • Think Of Your Reproductive Health

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    Modern lifestyle, related stress at work and personal front especially in the urban set up have been deterrents for delayed family planning…writes Puja Gupta. Recent studies have shown that the average age of planning the first births amongst new mothers is 31 years and it is 3-4 years more for their male counterparts. The bottom…

  • Crafting Pieces Into Modern Heirlooms

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    Designer Anju Modi’s latest couture collection titled ‘Sindoori’ ‘celebrates the beauty and complexities of a bride’ and the ceremony of getting ready for the occasion. Beginning with Haldi and ending with Sindoor (vermilion), it is a tribute to the solemn occasion and marks the festivities in the run up to the nuptials. The collection was…

  • Reynu Draws Inspiration From Indian Brides

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    Designer Reynu Taandon’s latest couture collection “Surkh” draws inspiration from contemporary Indian brides who like to mix modern and minimalistic designs with old world charm…writes Puja Gupta The designer held a virtual launch of wedding wear on Monday (Day 4) of the ongoing digital India Couture Week (ICW), organised by the Fashion Design Council of…

  • Self-Exploring Through Writing

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    Being a female author can come with its own set of challenges, especially when one is trying to juggle a career in the demanding field along with a personal life. From burning the midnight oil to pursue writing to managing multiple roles, budding authors share how they used writing as a tool for empowerment. ‘Four…

  • How To Combat PCOS

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    According to experts, one in five women can suffer from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS, which means, there may be several women around you at the risk of problems ranging from menstrual irregularities to complications in pregnancy. Gynaecologists stress on the importance of a healthy diet, exercise, and maintaining optimum weight to battle the condition.…

  • Pre Bridal Skin Care Tips

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    The wedding season is upon us, and every bride wants to get that glowing flawless look for her special day. Especially when face masks and humidity are leading to acne and breakouts. If you are a bride-to-be but are unable to follow a pre-bridal beauty regimen because of your busy schedule, don’t fret. Rajat Mathur,…

  • Samira Considers Creativity Beyond Gender

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    Music director, composer and singer-songwriter Samira Koppikar feel that creativity is beyond gender. “Patriarchy does exist in various industries. Yes, I have had strange experiences like when my vocals for a feature film song were dropped last minute as a male music composer duo got to know that I’m not just a singer but also…

  • Need A Change From Track Suit Trend

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    On Sunday, the New York Fashion Week kicked off with Jason Wu’s presentation- who has dressed former US First Lady, Michelle Obama more than once. The Taiwanese born designer often infuses “Old World” femininity in many of his designs and chose to have a physical show with a very limited audience. The collection was filled…

  • Super Ladies Of South Africa

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    Each year, South Africa – fondly known as the Rainbow Nation, honours August as Women Month. Why August? In August 1956, 20,000 women of colour marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest against amendments to the Apartheid laws. Ever since, the month of August has been set aside with a special focus to…

  • Women Power In Kashmir

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    Unshackling of women power has been one of the major achievements of the abrogation of Article 37. With the offending Article gone, women found doors and windows open, as if in magic, to better education, jobs and resources to stand on their own, to claim their rightful position in the society. The change for women…

  • Rise in prosecutions for violence against women

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    Britain has seen a record number of people been prosecuted for offences categorised as “violence against women and girls”, figures show. A Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) report showed more than 107,000 such prosecutions in the year to April, up 16,000 (18%) on the previous year. The figures are for crimes “primarily” against women, but male victims…

  • Marital rape is unacceptable: Maneka Gandhi

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    By Preetha Nair Marital rape is condemnable as is violence against women in any form, said Union Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi. Her view assumes significance as it runs contrary to the government’s position that charge of marital rape was untenable in India due to the nature of the society and its…

  • Slimming consultant bags gold award

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    Rahema, who runs the Bordesley Green Slimming World group every week, has been awarded ‘Gold’ status by the national slimming club….reports Asian Lite News A weight loss expert from Birmingham has struck gold for the exceptional work she does in helping more than 100 people to lose weight at her local group every week. Rahema,…

  • Girls under 16 can buy morning-after pill officially

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    Any woman of reproductive age in Europe can be given EllaOne which is effective five days after intercourse says the new licence …reports Asian Lite News. The morning-after pill has been officially licensed for use by girls under 16 for the first time and is set to be available from pharmacies across the country.  EllaOne,…

  • Cindy Lauds Indian Fashion

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    American supermodel Cindy Crawford visits India to promote Omega….reports Asian Lite News She created a stir with her Playboy magazine covers during initial days of her fashion career, and went on to be a supermodel. On her second visit to India, American celebrity Cindy Crawford, talked about the global visibility of Indian fashion and Bollywood;…

  • US $10 bills to bear woman’s portrait

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    A woman’s portrait will appear on $10 US bills from 2020, after a gap of 119 years, the US Department of the Treasury has said, according to Efe news agency. Secretary of the Treasury Jack Lew said  that public opinion will be sought on which historic figure to feature on the bills. “We’re going to…

  • Michelle Obama Rocks London

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    The speech of US First Lady Michelle Obama at a girls’ school in east London was the talk of the town and the social media buzz with her quotes…. reports Asian Lite News Mrs Obama, wife of President Barack, told pupils at Mulberry School for Girls their “amazing education” gave them all they needed to succeed.…

  • In UK breast implants rule surgical procedures

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    UK enquiries into full abdominoplasty up 264% in the last sixth months – despite a hefty price tag of £5,330 and Breast implants are still the most popular cosmetic procedure in the UK with the demand nearly doubled (up 98%) in the past six months….. reports Asian Lite ,UK’s leading newspaper popular among British Asians.…

  • Teaching is a big headache!

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    Teachers suffer psychosomatic disorders such as exhaustion, fatigue, and headaches more frequently than other occupational groups, Germany-based research has found…reports Asian Lite News It is not an easy job! Researchers found teachers suffer psychosomatic disorders such as exhaustion, fatigue, and headaches more frequently than other occupational groups! The study by Klaus Scheuch, business manager at…

  • ‘Social media ruins relationships’

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    Many young and working couples are now getting hooked on to smartphones and tablets, even in the bedroom, and this is having a paralysing effect on their intimacy…writes  Nishant Arora. Dr Prakash Kothari, world famous sexologist, says digital intimacy has diluted the physical connection between couples Is sending ‘kisses’ on WhatsApp or posting intense love emojis on Facebook…

  • ‘Viagra for women’ coming soon

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    A US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel has recommended what could pave the way for the world’s first drug to treat lack of sexual desire in women by mid-August. The advisory committee has backed the approval of flibanserin, a drug that is counterpart to Viagra – the widely used drug for male erectile dysfunction,…

  • Ace Pak Fashion to Descend in London

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    Stitch Three in London will showcase Pakistan’s leading fashion creations at The Summer Edit on Tuesday, 9th June – VENUE: 45 Longfield Avenue, Mill Hill, London NW7 2EH, Time -10am – 2pm. Visit Asian Lite for the latest news on fashion and events in London   South Asian, high fashion studio and retail concept, Stitch Three, will be…

  • Brahma Kumaris Host Yoga Event

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    Hundreds of people have gathered at Brahma Kumaris Global Cooperation House in London to hear to the 100-year-old Dadi Janki, Head of the Brahma Kumaris…reports Ragasudha Vijamuri for Asian Lite, Best newspaper for British Asians Dadi Janki is a world renowned spiritual leader who has spent a lifetime developing inner strength and resilience through Raja…

  • Chiltern Council gets first British Asian chief

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    Britain will witness a unique event tomorrow. Cllr. Mrs Mimi Harker OBE will be invested in the office of Chairperson of Chiltern District Council on Wednesday.  She will be the first British Asian councillor to serve as Chairperson on Chiltern District Council.   This is the beginning of Cllr. Harker’s fifth term as councillor .…

  • Women spend over five hours a week on selfies!

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    Do you know how much time your girlfriend might be taking to get her perfect selfie? Well, it may be close to 48 minutes a day or five hours and 36 minutes a week! The time that goes up in clicking a perfect self-portrait includes make-up, getting the right lighting and perfecting the angle, Mirror.co.uk…

  • INTERVIEW: Naina Lal Kidwai

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    By Aparajita Gupta   Women have broken through the glass ceiling not just in India’s financial services space, holding top positions in top banks, but have also made a significant mark in a host of other industries, says Naina Lal Kidwai, executive director of HSBC Asia Pacific. The editor of “30 Women in Power: Their Voices,…

  • The House of Hidden Mothers

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    Author, actress, comedian and an impressive three decades into her career, Meera Syal CBE, is gearing up for the exciting release of her new book, The House of Hidden Mothers on 4th June Welcome to Little India, situated in East London: Shyama, aged forty-four, has fallen for a younger man. They want a child together.…

  • JAYA: The Iron Lady of Tamil Nadu

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    Jayalalithaa is also likely to contest from the Radhakrishnan Nagar assembly constituency and get re-elected to the assembly…writes Venkatachari Jagannathan   J. Jayalalithaa, often described as the ‘Iron Lady of Tamil Nadu’, returned to power on Saturday – after a seven month break that ended when she was acquitted in a corruption case, bringing joy to…

  • Inspiring British-Asian Women Honoured

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    The Asian Women of Achievement Awards (AWA), in association with RBS, announced the winners of the 2015 Awards at a recently held event in London in the presence of the Duchess of Gloucester, Patron Princess Badiya bint El Hassan, Theresa May MP, Hilary Benn MP, Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh MP, Miriam Gonazlez Durantez, Elif Shafak and Jazmine…

  • Londoners throng to buy Indian fashion

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    Fans of Indian high fashion in London arrive at Aashni + Co to grab their dream outfits by their favourite designers at a fraction of normal retail prices…reports Asian Lite, Britain’s best newspaper for the British Asians  The first ever Blowout Sample Sale hosted by Aashni + Co, the UK’s leading, Indian high fashion, multi-brand…

  • GALLERY: Chinese Fashion Trends

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    Model presents a creation by graduates of Tsinghua University and Milano Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA) during the 2015 China Graduate Fashion Week in Beijing, capital of China

  • Roshni Launches Training School Studio

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    Leading British entrepreneur Roshni Ladva launches Hair and Makeup Salon and Training School Studio A leading figure in the UK Asian hair and makeup artistry sector, Roshni Ladva, has launched Roshni Hair and Makeup Training School Studio at Harrow. Set against a warm, soft bronze and gold backdrop and natural space that combines the classic with the contemporary,…

  • Can women take smart decisions?

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    Can women take smart decisions? Asks Amit Dasgupta  If you were asked to respond “Yes/No” to the above question, there is every likelihood that, apart from some good humoured jokes about women and decision making, your response would emphatically be in the affirmative. The uncomfortable fact is that you probably believe that women are incapable of…

  • ‘Biopic on braveheart Neerja Bhanot well researched’

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    By Jaideep Sarin   She was just 22 when she sacrificed her life to save a group of American children aboard a Pan Am flight that had been hijacked on the ground at Karachi. Now, the family of Chandigarh girl Neerja Bhanot, the seniormost cabin crew member on the flight and who is being immortalised in…

  • Codes of Corporate Dressing

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    The first code is –  Don’t overplay, underplay…says Sheena Agarwaal First impressions tend to last longer when it comes to the world of professionals. Wear properly fitting clothes with smaller prints, and glam up with subtle makeup if you’re in the corporate world, says an expert. Sheena Agarwaal, image consultant at Gurgaon-based Urbanista Image Consultancy, has…

  • ‘Yoga life’s pleasant experience’

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    In another curtain-raiser event ahead to the first International Day of Yoga on June 21, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, an Indian mystic and humanitarian, stressed the relevance of yoga in today’s world saying it helps make life a pleasant experience. “While we may be the generation that enjoys most comforts and conveniences, we are not necessarily…

  • Obama surprises three with Mother’s Day calls

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    US President Barack Obama surprised three women this week when he called them to congratulate them for Mother’s Day, which is celebrated on the second Sunday in May, the White House has said. What the three mothers had in common was they had written a letter to the president in recent months and received a…

  • Priti: A real privilege to get the ministerial berth

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    Mrs Priti Patel, the first Conservative female MP, said it is a real privilege to get the post as Minister of State for Employment at the Department for Work and Pensions in the new cabinet Priti Patel MP, the newly appointed Minister of State for Employment at the Department for Work and Pensions, said it is a…

  • Indian Envoy meets ELSA UK

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     Indian High Commissioner Mr. Ranjan Mathai met ELSA UK – an alumni group of the prestigious Lady Shri Ram College for Women in New Delhi. The topics of discussion ranged from bilateral relations between the UK and India to the role of Indians in British society and the contribution of Asian women to the country.…

  • Mhairi Black becomes the youngest MP since 1667

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    A 20-year-old student belonging to the Scottish National Party (SNP) has become the youngest MP since 1667 after winning the Paisley and Renfrewshire South seat from the Labour Party’s campaign chief Douglas Alexander in the British general election. Mhairi Black, who is a final year student of politics and public policy at Glasgow University, describes…

  • South Asian women & Ovarian cancer

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    To mark World Ovarian Cancer Day, Target Ovarian Cancer is calling for all South Asian women to raise awareness of ovarian cancer in their community. To help women do this, the charity has re-launched leaflets in Arabic, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu. The leaflets include up to date information on the symptoms of ovarian…

  • Create vibrant new paid care economy: UN official

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    Making the care of children, the elderly and the sick into economically paying jobs could become an engine of employment benefiting at least one billion women worldwide, according to Laxmi Puri, a ranking UN official on women’s issues….writes Arul Louis At the release of a report on the status of women, Puri called for “creating…

  • UN Raps UK Motor-mouth

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    “The Nazi media described people their masters wanted to eliminate as rats and cockroaches. This type of language is clearly inflammatory and unacceptable, especially in a national newspaper. The Sun’s editors took an editorial decision to publish this article, and – if it is found in breach of the law – should be held responsible along with…