Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery in Ealing, London, came alive with colour, rhythm, and creativity as visitors gathered to mark this year’s South Asian Heritage Month theme, Roots to Routes. Pitzhanger’s special Thursday Late event offered a vibrant mix of food, conversation, dance, and art, creating a space for communities to connect and celebrate. A highlight […]
As part of South Asian Heritage Month, we’re proud to spotlight the contributions of South Asian colleagues to South Wales Police. This Heritage Facts Series highlights the legacy, impact, and ongoing influence of South Asian communities within our force. 1. Breaking Barriers 2. A Legacy of Public Service 3. Building Bridges: Champions of Community Trust 4. Local Legacy 5. […]
By Sophia Nasif (www.sophianasif.com / @sophianasif) On the 26th July 2025, the Republic of Maldives will celebrate 60 years of Independence from the British. To mark this occasion, our Higher Education Lead & Maldives Representative, Sophia Nasif, has written up a brief history of the Maldives’ European colonial era. The Portuguese Period (1518–1573) The Portuguese […]
The South Asian community in the UK has a long history, with waves of immigration occurring in the mid-20th century. These early immigrants faced considerable challenges. Some came to study and others were professionals, such as lawyers, doctors and politicians. Over time, they established themselves, contributing significantly to the cultural fabric of the UK. There […]
My Roots to Routes story started with my parent’s partition story. A different one from the one we’ve all heard about, the division of the Punjab, and the formation of India, and East and West Pakistan. My story is of the line drawn in Sindh, the line that separated the people of the Gujarat, from […]
Over 60 people gathered at Waterstones Leadenhall Market on Thursday 3rd July to celebrate the launch of Flat 401, the gripping debut psychological suspense novel by half-Sri Lankan debut author Kingsley Pearson. The book tells the story of a man released from prison after confessing to a crime he didn’t commit – only to be […]
I was born and raised in the concrete heart of the Maldives, in a home where tradition lived inthe quiet details of daily life. Both sides of my family were filled with artists and storytellers,and I grew up surrounded by the hum of creativity in every corner. Art was never just a hobby;it was part […]
Growing up in in Bristol and now based in Windsor, I was captivated by motorsport—its roaring engines, split-second decisions, and the unyielding pursuit of perfection.
British Born. Punjabi Raised. Unapologetically Bold. Meet Mehak Kansal, the self-taught chef and founder behind BINDAS Eatery, whose food tells the story of identity, migration, and flavour without borders. From rural Britain to the bustling streets of India, Mehak’s journey to the kitchen wasn’t typical. Raised in a countryside home where no one cooked, Mehak taught herself […]
Hello & Salaam. Born and raised in Northern England to Bangladeshi parents, I grew up at the crossroads of two worlds- the British and Bangladeshi Culture. I was raised in an environment that was rich with British and Bangladeshi culture, tradition, and above all, the Islamic faith. My values have been anchored by my parents […]
South Asian Heritage Month dates changed to "July" from 2026 — Learn more here →
