Virendra Sharma: From a bus conductor to the longest-serving Indian-origin MP in the UK

Virendra Sharma, an Indian-origin British Labour Party politician and the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ealing Southall since 2007, has dedicated his life to public service and helping the Indian community in the UK.

Celebrating diversity as part of humanity: Tagore’s legacy

“The ways in which we relate to diversity by broadening our engagement with difference have planetary significance – and Singapore has much to teach on this count,” said Saranindranath Tagore, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the National University of Singapore.

‘Like Dubai, ITL Group has used imagination to grow’ – Dr Ram Buxani

Dr Ram Buxani, Chairman, ITL Cosmos Group one of the most respected member of the Indian diaspora in Dubai met with Himanshu Verma Founder and CEO of Connected to India. Dr Buxani has earned himself fame, love and respect in equal doses in his over six decades in Dubai.

The dilemmas and rich inner worlds of women; an art exhibition by Rajul Mehta

Rajul Mehta’s art exhibition, titled “Don’t Pressure Me,” offers a splash of colour and insight in to the rich inner worlds of a series of dominant female figures who act in powerful and influential ways within their environment.

Picking up speed at the age of 80 – an exclusive with Kesavapany, President of SIA

Turning 80 has certain advantages – it helps you understand life in a lovely way. It also gives you the wisdom in years, to look at things from a longer point of view. For some people, it is also just the beginning.

Horticulture to rehabilitate drug offenders at HEB-Ashram Halfway House

Tucked away amid the lush green landscapes of the Sembawang Road area is the Hindu Endowments Board (HEB) Ashram Halfway House. The eco-garden that resides within its compounds is a buzzing ecosystem. Launched by the 50 or so ex-offenders and volunteers at the Halfway House, the eco-garden took them

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