The British Broadcasting Company (BBC), the United Kingdom’s (UK) public service media house, has overturned its decision to uphold a complaint made against Indian-origin presenter Naga Munchetty after she slammed US President Donald Trump on air.
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Scotland Yard issues robbery warning ahead of Diwali season
Ahead of Diwali season in the United Kingdom, Scotland Yard is investigating a spate of recent burglaries targeting gold at Indian-origin homes in north London. The Metropolitan Police called for extra vigilance ahead of the festivities.
Good news for Indian students as UK reintroduces two-year post-study work visa
The UK’s Boris Johnson-led government has announced the reintroduction of the two-year post-study work visa scrapped in 2012.
Viral video labels Indian-origin principal as ‘Hitler’ over hijab controversy
An Indian-origin principal at one of the UK’s leading state-funded schools was branded as ‘Hitler’ on social media over her efforts to ban the ‘hijab’ for very young students.
Scottish man facing racism charges after refusing to be treated by Indian-origin optician
UK News: Eric Greene, 58, has been put on trial over racism charges in the UK after he refused to be treated by an optician of Indian and Pakistani-origin.
Indian scientist creates Twitter account to track moped-riding snatchers in London
An Indian-origin data scientist, who was one of the victims of a growing number of moped-riding thieves in London, has taken to social media to track the gangs operating on the streets.
Bollywood celebs express sorrow over Manchester blast
Singer Ariana Grande’s pop concert at the Manchester Arena in England took a tragic turn when an explosion ripped through the stadium. According to latest reports, the blast has claimed at least 22 lives and left 59 others injured.
Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez wins Humanitarian Award in London
Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez has been awarded the International Humanitarian Award for her work in India and worldwide at the second annual Asian Voice Charity Awards.
Sexism, racism in Scotland Yard: Indian-origin policewoman’s claims swept under the rug
UK News: Nighat Hubbard, An Indian-origin Muslim female officer, was among three policewomen suing Scotland Yard over racism and sexism claims.
Surge in UK students visa in Q3, demonetisation could dampen the spirits
It’s a merry time for Indian students who aspire to study in the UK. Given the recent stringent visa policies released by the UK, there was a drop in the number of students applying for it.
