Naomi Canton
Why you can expect more desis in UK parliament this time
From Labour To Tories and newly formed outfits, all the key players have fielded Indian-origin candidates for the July 4 elections to UK's lower House
- Naomi Canton
- TNN
Nehru-era club set to serve last supper
The India Club in London opened in 1951 for the members of the India League that had campaigned for India’s Independence in Britain. Over the years it became a sanctuary for newly-arrived Indians in the country.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Tipu’s swords to spruce up estate of Cornwallis kin
Two of the Mysore ruler’s swords, gifted to Lord Cornwallis in 1799, were up for grabs at a Christie’s auction in Oct last year. But it’s unlikely any Indian will bid for them and they could well end up in the Middle East
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
How Kamila Shamsie remembers Zia-ul-Haq’s Pakistan
Kamila Shamsie, the Karachi-born British Pakistani novelist, discusses her novel 'Best of Friends' which explores the complexities of childhood friendship between two Pakistani girls, Zahra and Maryam, and the challenges they face as they grow up and navigate their differences.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Protests for Amritpal in London, Met cops dubbed racist, Indians doing well in UK
British census data reveals Indians excel in property ownership, education, and employment. London police face criticism for racism. Khalistan supporters protest at Indian high commission.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Tipu Sultan's sword fetches £14 million, Sunak's immigration woe, Tina Turner's Sanskrit mantra
Tipu Sultan's sword sells for £14 million at Bonhams, smashing estimates. Record UK immigration numbers concern Sunak's government. Video podcasts gain popularity. Tina Turner's spiritual journey highlighted.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Harry-Meghan car-chase doubts; Vivekananda biography & Ram Guha in award shortlist
Weekly UK update: doubts on Harry & Meghan's car chase, international students' economic impact, Elizabeth Longford prize, Leicester violence petition.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
UK buzz: Sunak’s family history under British colonial rule; Harry’s Lady Diana trigger
London Live: Insights on Rishi Sunak's Indian heritage, King Charles III's coronation, and Prince Harry's revelations
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Sikh extremism, Hindu nationalism in UK review; Indian illegal immigration into Britain grows; BBC chair quits
London Live podcast covers: Bloom Review identifies Sikh extremism, Hindu nationalism. BBC chairman resigns over ethics scandal, illegal Indian immigration
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
King Charles’s coronation: Quiche to events, buzz builds in Britain
Britain crowns King Charles III in a grand ceremony attended by global leaders and royals, followed by festivities and traditions
- Naomi CantonSumit Bhattacharya
- Times Network
UK Buzz: Where will Prince Harry sit during King Charles’ coronation? Why is Rishi Sunak facing question over Wife Akshata Murty’s domicile status?
London Live covers: Dominic Raab's resignation, Rishi Sunak's tax controversy, Freddie Mercury memorabilia's auction, and King Charles's coronation
- Naomi CantonRumu Banerjee
- Times Network
'Anti-Hindu hatred in UK schools'; Jesus Christ’s cross for King Charles; British Gujaratis in focus
London Live covers: Anti-Hindu hate in UK schools, King Charles receives Christ's cross relics, security for India High Commission, controversy over British Gujaratis' parliamentary group.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Slave-trade link to UK royals, jail for Dalit abuse on TikTok, Biden’s gaffe in Ireland
British monarchy's slavery links study, England's 1st caste abuse conviction, Biden's Ireland visit marking Good Friday Agreement.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
War in Ukraine: Krishna devotees serve food amid rockets, blasts
London-based Irishman, Parasuram Das, aids Ukrainian war victims with food and shelter amid ongoing conflict, supported by music industry funding.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Leicester unrest hits Labour, ‘British-Pakistani’ grooming gangs in focus, British Kabaddi League returns
London Live podcast: British Kabaddi League, Labour Party deselections in Leicester, and UK's grooming gang crackdown discussed
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Harry sues tabloid, Humza Yousaf wants independent Scotland, Sikhs top UK home-ownership list
Prince Harry attends court hearing against Associated Newspapers. Humza Yousaf elected as Scotland's first minister. Sikhs top UK home ownership
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
London Indian high commission attack: Warning signs ignored?
Khalistan supporters in London pulled down the Indian flag in protest, prompting a strong response from New Delhi and concerns over UK-India relations.
- Naomi CantonSumit Bhattacharya
- Times Network
UK aid to India under scanner, Sunak’s swimming pool & Andrew’s guru woes
In this episode of London Live, we cover UK aid to India's misuse, Rishi Sunak's controversial swimming pool, and King Charles's refusal to pay Prince Andrew's guru's bill.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
UK pushes illegal migration bill, Kylie Minogue refuses coronation gig, Preet Gill cites threat
Weekly London Live podcast covers Britain's immigration crackdown, Preet Gill's threats, and Harry-Meghan saga. UK's new immigration bill scrutinized.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network
Should UK schools teach Indian languages? Are arranged marriages better than love marriages?
UK raises marriage age to 18, aligning with UN goals. Goldsmith film promotes arranged marriages. Indian diaspora advocates for 10 Indian languages in UK schools, emphasizing the importance of linguistic diversity and cultural understanding for post-Brexit global relations.
- Naomi Canton
- Times Network