ETHNIC BACKGROUND
UK Elections: Rishi Sunak, Shivani Raja and other Indian-origin candidates who got a berth in House of Commons
Labour Party likely to win big in UK election, with Keir Starmer in line to become next prime minister. Conservatives, led by Rishi Sunak, facing significant losses. Projected to secure 410 out of 650 seats, marking a comeback from previous poor performance. Increase in Indian-origin MPs expected in new parliament.
UK election set to deliver more diverse Parliament, high number of British Indian MPs
With around 14 per cent of MPs coming from an ethnic minority background this time, the analysis finds that the new Parliament will be closer than ever to reflecting the diversity of the British electorate.
Can we please ethnically cleanse 'ethnic wear'?
The article discusses the term 'ethnic wear' and its implications in the Indian retail industry. It critiques the use of the term and suggests using 'Indian wear' instead. The author highlights the cultural and linguistic aspects related to the labeling of clothing in stores.
Father’s Day : Varun Dhawan shares first glimpse of his daughter, says he is happy to be a ‘girl dad’
Dhawan and his wife Natasha Dalal celebrated the arrival of their first child, a baby girl, on June 3. The ‘Badlapur’ star revealed the news by posting an adorable video on Instagram. Natasha and Varun, who tied the knot in a private ceremony in 2021, had announced their pregnancy in February with a lovely photo of Varun kissing Natasha's baby bump.
UK's July general election: Impact on India FTA, Indo-Pacific tilt
While political analysts and strategic experts have expressed confidence that very little should change on the bilateral relationship front whatever the outcome in either election, the very small window that was open for a deal being clinched by the Sunak-led Tory government has now been swept away in the election wave of both countries.
Epidural during labour associated with 35% reduced risk from complications: BMJ Study
Research in the British Medical Journal found that epidural during labour reduces the risk of severe maternal morbidity (SMM) by 35%. SMM includes heart attack, sepsis, and hysterectomy. Epidural analgesia is recommended for high-risk pregnancies due to obesity, multiple births, or premature delivery.
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Dubai CEO sparks debate by advising students to choose universities with fewer Indians
Dubai-based CEO has ignited a debate online with her controversial advice for Indian students considering higher education abroad. In a post on X, Shreya Pattar, founder of Shreya Pattar Ventures, suggested that students should prioritise international universities with fewer Indian students to avoid what she described as "toxic Indian patterns."
Freedom of speech does not mean freedom to support separatism: Jaishankar on Canada
The external affairs minister wondered how people with dubious backgrounds are being allowed to enter and live in Canada, referring to Khalistani supporters among the Sikh migrants from Punjab.
Will actress Michelle Keegan play the next James Bond lead? All about the upcoming 007 film
While the next James Bond film is in the works, fans are excited to know who will be playing the lead in the upcoming movie. Severals reports have suggested that there can be a female Bond. Here is what we know so far.
US changes how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity. It's the first revision in 27 years
The U.S. government's revised race and ethnicity categorization allows for more accurate self-identification, including a Middle Eastern and North African option. The changes reflect societal diversity, with removed pejorative terms and enhanced data collection methods.
"Will welcome any Indian worker who meets recruitment conditions regardless of ethnic background": Taiwan Foreign Ministry
Taiwan and India signed an MOU on labor force cooperation on February 16 this year. This accord will bolster people-to-people exchanges between the two countries and help alleviate labor shortages in Taiwan's industries. "Indeed, the MOU constitutes a reciprocal arrangement that benefits both sides," according to the Foreign Ministry's statement.
Manipur Shootout: RPF claims self-defence after four civilians killed, eight injured
The RPF clarified their mission was an attempt to apprehend a drug lord who had persistently flouted warnings to halt illegal drug trading which the locals of the area intervened without understanding the mission, resulting in the shootout in self-defence.
Why not also call the LBD ethnic wear?
The latter meaning has transmogrified into the modern usage of 'ethnic' as 'characteristic of or belonging to a non-Western tradition'. It's one thing to be a 19th-century Victorian British imperialist who could be forgiven for his lumping of everything non-Western in one old curiosity shop. But it's quite different - and, indeed, strange - when 'ethnic' is used by non-Western cultures, societies and economies to describe non-Western items. In other words, themselves.
How Arab fighters carried out a rolling ethnic massacre in Sudan
Arab tribal leaders have denied engaging in ethnic cleansing in El Geneina, and the RSF has said it has no involvement in the tribal conflict. In a news conference posted on an El Geneina community social media page on August 21, Arab tribal leaders in West Darfur blamed the Masalit for instigating the fighting. The Arab leaders said the Sudanese military had colluded with the Masalit, supplying them with weapons to attack the Arab community. The RSF played no role in the fighting, they said.
Economic inequality is causing social discord in the US — Ivy Leagues which power upward mobility also favour high-income applicants: John N. Friedman
Inequality is a very big issue in America and worldwide. A tenet at the core of the American dream is the notion that all children, no matter the circumstances of their birth, will have the equal opportunity to succeed through hard work — but we see several examples in the data now where many children don’t have that equality of opportunity, depending on factors which are entirely outside their control, like the neighbourhood where they are raised or their parents’ income, said John N. Friedman.
Diversity hiring is rising but Indian companies have a long way to go
The notion of inclusivity aims to serve every individual who belongs to underrepresented groups and communities. This implies that irrespective of a person’s ethnic and socioeconomic background, physical disabilities and sexual orientation, they must feel welcomed, respected, empowered, and acknowledged at their place of work.
Shabana Azmi on colour-blind casting: It took 34 years to get a role that had nothing to do with my ethnicity
Azmi believes casting actors from different backgrounds also makes economic sense.
'Very much not racist'? UK royals barred hiring 'coloured' office staff till late 1960s, shows report
"Coloured applicants" were considered only for "ordinary domestic posts."
Goldman escalates diversity push at portfolio companies; activists want more
The move also shows the tension between the growing importance of racial justice to investors and the difficulty of effecting social change in the corporate arena.
COVID-19 deaths: UK to record ethnicity to assess impact on Indians, minorities
Minister for Equalities Kemi Badenoch made an oral statement in the House of Commons as she presented the first quarterly report to Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Health Secretary Matt Hancock on progress to understand and tackle COVID-19 disparities on ethnicity grounds.
UK government urges Indians, ethnic minorities to sign up for COVID-19 vaccine trials
A targeted recruitment programme broadcast in Gujarati, Punjabi, Bengali and Urdu is among the measures being deployed to reach out to different communities. Over 1,00,000 people have volunteered to take part in vaccine trials across Britain as part of efforts to speed up the discovery of a safe and effective vaccine that protects against the deadly coronavirus.
Pressure mounts on UK govt for public inquiry into higher risk of COVID-19 among ethnic minorities
Pressure mounted on the UK government on Sunday to launch an independent public inquiry into the reasons behind the higher risk faced by ethnic minorities, including Indians, in the country from the coronavirus.
Indians at greater risk from COVID-19 in UK's health sector: Report
"Indian men are 150 per cent more likely to work in health or social care roles than their white British counterparts," according to the report.
Indians among worst COVID-19 affected ethnic groups in England
Figures released this week by the National Health Service England show that of the 13,918 patients who died in hospitals till April 17 after testing positive for the novel coronavirus, 16.2 per cent were of black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) background and those identifying with Indian ethnicity made up 3 per cent of that.
Indians are high-earners in UK: Study
The data shows that the Chinese ethnicity group is the highest paid followed by the Indian ethic group, which earns 13.47 pounds an hour.
From Jainsem to phanek: Here are some of the ethnic dresses of eight Indian states
Recently, the Delhi Golf Club asked Tailin Lyngdoh, who was wearing the traditional Khasi attire jainsem, to leave the premises.
Did you know that the way you lie changes depending on your cultural background?
According to a study, 60 per cent of the people lie at least once during a 10-minute conversation.
UK's ethnic population set to double by 2051: Report
Overall UK population will rise from 63.4 million in 2011 to 77.4 million in 2051, fuelled by a more than 100 per cent increase in minority ethnic numbers.
Five ways to deal with a multi-ethnic team
The foremost advantage of a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic team is the diversity in background, and it is crucial for all team members to trust this.
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