Issue 258, Friday 26 February 2010

Rev. Jesse Jackson honoured with an Asian Public Life Award

The Rev. Jesse Jackson was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 'Asian Voice' Political & Public Life Awards ceremony held at the House of Commons, London on 25th February 2010. The event was attended by 300 guests. read more

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Asian Women's Resource Centre celebrates 30th Anniversary

The Asian Women's Resource Centre celebrated its 30th anniversary with a reception at the House of Commons that was hosted by Sarah Teather, MP for Brent East. read more

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Labour councillor Dr Anwara Ali defects to the Conservatives

The Conservatives announced the defection of Labour councillor Dr Anwara Ali of Tower Hamlets to the party. Dr Ali, a Labour councillor since 2006, said her growing disillusionment with Labour and their failure to reform the NHS convinced her to join the Conservatives. read more

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Other News in Brief

The 'Robin Hood' Tax to fight poverty
James Caan supports £250m UK initiative in Pakistan
UK minister calls for swift conclusion to India trade talks
Lord Mandelson seeks deeper trade ties with India
Sunil Gadhia becomes new chairman of the ABA
UK and India Forge Two New Research Collaborations
UK- India civil nuclear cooperation welcome step forward
RSA Academy celebrates 'educational excellence'
Tougher new rules for foreign students
Asian Woman starts luxury designer shoe company
Anjana Gosai named Beauty Journalist of the Year

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