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The Impact of Gay Marriage on British Asians
Gay marriage is to be legalised in the UK. But how will this affect British Asians who are gay or lesbian? Will the possibility of marriage ever be acceptable for them? The post The Impact of Gay...
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Bikram Yoga guru accused of Sexual Harassment
The founder of Bikram Yoga has been accused of rape, harassment, racism, misogyny and homophobia. Former students and employees have sued Bikram Choudhury in a series of lawsuits. The post Bikram Yoga...
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It’s One By Two for Abhay Deol
Abhay Deol stars alongside his real-life girlfriend, Preeti Desai in the rom-com, One By Two. Abhay Deol’s first production project looks to amaze Bollywood movie lovers. The post It’s One By Two for...
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Asian Circle Empowering Women in South Asia
A group of influential British Asian women have joined hands to support vulnerable women who are victims of violence in South Asia. The UK organisation has teamed up with Oxfam is a sub-group of Annie...
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The System ~ a Tale of Justice
The System focuses on a shady legal system and serious social issues within Pakistani society. Filled with suspense, action and drama, this movie has been directed by Norwegian based Pakistani, Shahzad...
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Forced Marriage still a British Asian issue
Forced marriage (FM) is an entity still alive and claiming the freedom of countless people around the world. But with forced marriages becoming a criminal offence in the UK, are we doing enough to stop...
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FA Sexism exposed by Rani Abraham
Rani Abraham is taking legal action over the Football Association following the sexism row involving Premier League Chief Executive, Richard Scudamore. The post FA Sexism exposed by Rani Abraham...
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DVLA Tax Disc now renewed Online
DVLA launched paperless tax discs on October 1, 2014. Users experienced crashes as thousands flocked to renew tax through the online service, while reports indicate that 40 per cent of motorists are...
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UK Restaurants investigated over Illegal Workers
A number of Indian restaurants in the UK are under scrutiny for employing illegal workers. The restaurants in question now face fines of up to £20,000 per worker. The post UK Restaurants investigated...
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UK bill to ban Sex Selective Abortion
A new government bill will enforce the ban on gender based abortion in the UK. Despite it already being illegal, many doctors and cultural communities are feeling the pressure when it comes to the...
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Asian Professional Awards 2014 Nominee Shortlist
The inaugural Asian Professional Awards will take place on November 27, 2014. Highlighting the success of Asians in all aspects of business and society, DESIblitz has the full shortlist of nominees....
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Winners of the Asian Professional Awards 2014
The first ever Asian Professional Awards took place at the Emirates Stadium in London on November 27th, 2014. The Awards was a spectacular evening celebrating the talents of the British Asian community...
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Superhero comic Priya’s Shakti tackles rape in India
A magical comic book has a new heroine for rape-ridden India. Called Priya's Shakti, the virtual comic takes a stand against the cultural dogma surrounding sexual violence and abuse against women. The...
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Pakistan arrests CEO for selling Fake Degrees
The CEO of Axact, claimed to be the leading IT company in the world, has been arrested in Pakistan for selling fake degrees and university credentials. The post Pakistan arrests CEO for selling Fake...
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Indian Director Arrested over alleged Rape
Mahmood Farooqui, an Indian director known for co-directing the Aamir Khan-produced film Peepli Live (2010), was arrested for raping a desi American woman. The post Indian Director Arrested over...
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The Popularity of Weed among British Asians
Despite its illegal status, weed has been widely used in UK for decades, especially among young generations of British Asians. DESIblitz investigates why the drug is so popular and if it should be...
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Corrupt Asian Ex-Mayor has £350k Assets Frozen
Lutfur Rahman, former Tower Hamlets Mayor, saw £350,000 of his assets frozen by the High Court. He was found guilty of election fraud in April 2015. The post Corrupt Asian Ex-Mayor has £350k Assets...
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Indian Woman accuses Official of Sexual Harassment
Riju Bafna, an IAS trainee, reveals her dreadful experience of dealing with her sexual harassment case in India and protests for women's rights on Facebook. The post Indian Woman accuses Official of...
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Katrina and Saif in Phantom trouble with Legal Action
Katrina Kaif and Saif Ali Khan's latest Bollywood action flick, Phantom, has hit turbulent waters with charity organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières. DESIblitz reports. The post Katrina and Saif in...
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Katrina and Saif in Phantom trouble with Legal Action
Katrina Kaif and Saif Ali Khan's latest Bollywood action flick, Phantom, has hit turbulent waters with charity organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières. DESIblitz reports. The post Katrina and Saif in...
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