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Public support calls for tax on sugary drinks More than 30 million Brits could support calls for a tax on sugary drinks, a new poll has revealed.

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The new survey also reveals around half the population support calls for a tax on fatty and sugary foods, perhaps unsurprising considering the United Kingdom has some of the worst levels of obesity in Western Europe.

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Nazar Singh, born on June 8, 1904, is thought to be Britain’s oldest man at one hundred and eleven years of age. Mr Singh received a letter from the Queen on his 100th birthday and has been sent one every year since, along with an annual letter and phone call from the Department For Work and Pensions to see how he is.

He grew up in Punjab, India, moved to England in 1965 and worked hard in a foundry, living in Walsall for almost 25 years before retiring to Sunderland in 1989.

The centenarian has nine children, 34 grandchildren and 64 greatgrandchildren and was married to his wife, Narajan Kaur, for 70 years before

she died 12 years ago, aged 90.

He has never had an operation, retains some of his original teeth and has perfect hearing.

Mr Singh was raised in a village in Punjab and from the age of 10 helped his family to grow sugar cane, cotton, corn, wheat and later chilli, peanuts, potatoes and rice.

The oldest person believed to be alive today is 116-year-old Jeralean Talley, from the United States, who was born in 1899.

There are only two living men believed to be older than Mr Singh - Japanese Sakari Momori and Yasutaro Koide, who are both 112 and were born in 1903.

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Thousands gather in Central London in remembrance of the 1984 Sikh Genocide in Delhi.

MUSLIMS WOMAN RECEIVES APOLOGY FROM UNITED AIRLINES AFTER COMPLAINT GOES VIRAL next to her with an unopened can of beer. When questioned why she couldn’t have an unopened can of diet coke due to hygiene reasons the are unauthorized to give unopened cans to people because they may use it as a WEAPON on the plane.’

by STAFF REPORTER Muslims Woman receives apology from United Airlines after complaint goes viral United Airlines has apologised to a Muslim woman who was denied an unopened can of diet coke on a flight and sacked the flight serve her.

Tahera Ahmed, a Muslim chaplain at a University in Chicago, said she faced Islamophobia from the passengers in an incident which went viral on social media.

Following her ordeal, Ahmed wrote about it on her Facebook status, which quickly went viral.

Ahmed describes how she was reduced to tears and humiliated after being discriminated by the flight to provide her with an unopened can of diet coke,

by STAFF REPORTER Thousands of people gathered in Central London on Sunday 7 June to rally in Thousands of Sikhs from various cities across the country gathered in London to commemorate the anniversary of the 1984 Sikh ghallughara, or holocaust.

The annual march from

London’s Hyde Park to Trafalgar Square marks the anniversary of the attack on Harmandir Sahib (the Golden Temple). The attack saw masses of innocent Sikhs massacred and many feel those responsible for the brutal human riots violations have not been put to justice.

The brutal killing, looting and raping of Sikhs during

the “November 1984 Sikh Genocide” took place in Delhi, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Orissa, Jammu & Kashmir, Chattisgarh, Tripura, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Maharashtra.

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3000 Sikhs were killed but many from the Sikh community believe these figures to be incorrect and estimate the figure to be over 30,000 as it is believed most were burnt alive with over 2,00,000 people displaced throughout India.

The London rally aimed to shed light on the hidden genocide of the ‘world’s

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Sikhs continue to protest for the recognition of India’s harrowing human rights record and justice for the Sikh genocide, gathering in their thousands to make the world aware, and demonstrating that memories of 1984 are deeply entrenched in the minds of Sikhs everywhere.

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Charlie Charlie Challenge Causes International Hysteria as Concerns over Jinns and Devils Circulate.

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Since early May, the dubious Ouija-board inspired game ― Charlie Charlie Challenge ― has taken the Internet by storm. According to reports, the Charlie Charlie Challenge has been played by millions of young people across the globe.

The strange new game became a viral trend worldwide and even took over Twitter and under #CharlieCharlieChallenge, fuelled by speculation that its players can connect with a dead Mexican spirit known as Charlie.

The game involves balancing one pencil on top of another and daring a demon called Charlie to answer questions by making it point to prewritten answers on the paper below.

Hundreds of teens have uploaded videos - from the UK to the United States, Sweden and Singapore - in which they ask, ‘Charlie, Charlie, are you there?’ and then flee in terror when the pencil appears to move by itself.

Scientists put the supernatural phenomenon down to simple gravity and behaviour known as ‘response expectancy’,

which means people will try to move the pencil through their movement or breathing without realising because they are so engrossed in the moment.

The interest in getting in touch with the unknown would be exciting for any young person, but reports that people are being hurt and in some cases death are doing the rounds.

A report, was first released by The Racket Report, claiming that at least 500 people across the United States have died mysteriously under unexplained circumstances after playing Charlie Charlie Challenge, noting that those who died bore no signs of illness, injury or foul play.

However, according The Racket Report’ About Us page of the website, the articles and stories published on its site are for entertainment purposes only and are work of fiction.

A similar report, which was later established to be fake, had claimed that three teenage girls were beaten and raped by ‘Charlie demon’ in Philadelphia while playing the popular Ouija boardinspired game.

The stories have been so inane that even an official Vatican exorcist thought the game was dangerous as it involves the summoning of spirits. Spanish priest Jose Antonio Fortea told reporters that “some spirits who are at the root of that practice will harass some of those who play the game.” He also said that the demon which is

summoned “will stay around for a while,” and warned that other spirits will eventually start appearing as well.

Even members of the Islamic community in Jamaica recently in a statement condemned the Charlie Charlie Challenge as evil.

They said that the game “should be taken very seriously, as it may release

demonic elements (jinn), causing the individuals who play the game to become possessed by demons,” One News Now reported.

American evangelist Billy Graham also reportedly has released a statement urging parents to keep their children away from experimenting in Satanic occult practices such as Charlie Charlie Challenge.

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In the video the woman warns that the game their children are participating in, is devised to cause them maximum grievance, ill health, cause damage to body and their mind and ultimately damage to their ‘imaan’ (faith) and eventually lead to death.

Sounds serious?

She further claims that when children are inviting Charlie to play, they are openly inviting the ‘jinnaat’ or Jinn (a supernatural being of evil in this case) to enter your homes or whatever

She urges people to share her message and warn their children of the dangers.

We spoke to Qari Asim MBE, Imam at award winning mosque Makkah Masjid in Leeds. He told Asian Sunday “The whole concept of calling “Charlie, Charlie can we play?” and then thinking that the player is connect with the ‘demon’ is un-Islamic and unhealthy for children.

Although, Muslims believe that jinn are a creation of God and exist. They can connect with people in this world but I do not believe that the game, can release demonic elements (jinn), causing the individuals who play the game to become possessed by demons.

However, Charlie Charlie Challenge is a hoax, several religious groups globally have now launched its attack on the spirit summoning game.

“Children and teenagers should be encouraged to play games that inspire them to be good human beings rather than connect with demons.

He said

environment they are in.

“But it is an invite to come and cause harm to the young people.” She says.

She further claims, she has never had so many calls from concerned parents in relation to extreme behaviour they are experiencing in their children after they have participated in this game.

The middle aged woman says “this is a real danger and we need to put a stop to it. We shouldn’t be dabbling with the Shaytaan (Jinn)”

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Children and teenagers should be encouraged to play games that inspire them to be good human beings rather than connect with demons.

It is up to parents to discourage their children from playing such games.

The game has, quite rightly, got disapproval from local and international governing bodies.

“It is something to be discouraged. It is up to parents to discourage their children from playing such

games. The game has, quite rightly, got disapproval from local and international governing bodies.”

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Rohingya – “the most persecuted people on earth”

by Ruhul Tarafdar Once again we are witnessing the continual suffering of the Rohingya. Described by the UN as the most persecuted people on earth, the world stands by as thousands of Rohingya are lost at sea.

People are so desperate that the BBC reports that they are drinking their own urine just to survive on the boats. It shows how cheap the lives of these people are. I sometimes wonder if the Rohingya were Caucasian, would the world’s nations be so fast to close their doors and borders and let these helpless people drown and starve to death at sea.

In recent days what has been found on land has been equally disturbing. In the hills between Malaysia and Thailand, nearly 150 mass graves have been uncovered with the bodies of what is believed to be thousands of Rohingya Muslims who became victims of human trafficking whilst fleeing persecution in Myanmar.

In Myanmar, out of what is already a dwindling population, there are around 140,000 Rohingya who fled the fighting in 2012 and are sheltering in camps described

by UN officials as having the worst conditions in the world, inhumane and simply open air prisons.

There are approximately 200,000 Rohingya Muslims living in Bangladesh, the vast majority in the region of Cox’s Bazar. About 30,000 are registered refugees who live in the two Camps run by the United Nations. The rest are unregistered, also known as undocumented. Speaking a Bengali dialect similar to one in southeast Bangladesh, the Rohingya people are Muslims but are seen as illegal immigrants by the Buddhist-majority Myanmar Government and many of Myanmar’s citizens.

Thousands try to escape and many end up in Bangladesh.

Here conditions are better than in Myanmar but not by much. Towards the end of last year, I visited two camps located in Kutupalong and Nayapara. I was there to distribute Qurbani meat from donations collected by the charity I work for. Many of the families I visited had never tasted meat before. I had to bypass much red tape and many logistical problems in order to even get to the camps. The suffering I saw when I eventually got there is

For the registered refugees living inside the camps life is certainly tough but they are the lucky ones. For the 70,000 refugees living outside, conditions can only be described as horrendous. The houses are made of mud and whatever pieces of plastic and junk that can be put together to try and keep the rain and winds out. I have never witnessed such hardship, desperation and disease on such a level before. They are living in nothing more than ghettos.

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Rohingya children

So how did this situation come about and why are they fleeing from their homes?

The 1982 Citizenship Law of Myanmar, which ignored the Rohingya’s claim to citizenship and thus rendered them stateless, has formed the legal basis for arbitrary and discriminatory treatment against the Rohingya community and made them subject to a series of draconian policies and controls. Some have been ‘burnt out’ through the destruction of their homes and properties. Those who were not displaced have been cut off from their livelihoods and face difficulty in accessing food and basic services.

Of course we need to do everything possible to address this humanitarian catastrophe but we also need to look at the role the Burmese government has had in creating it. The regime has followed a deliberately ruthless policy of using a combination of merciless repression and abject poverty to drive the centuries old Rohingya minority out of Myanmar. The government continues to deny the very

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Rohingya refugee camp

existence of the Rohingya. It is clear that without pressure from the international community, the lives of the Rohingya will continue to be one of fear and persecution.

To some extent, I understand the position of the Bangladesh government which feels allowing more Rohingya into Bangladesh would be in effect to allow

the Myanmar Government to ethnically cleanse Myanmar of its Rohingya population, thus driving them out of their homes.

Governments of the world must do more and need to pressure the Myanmar government to change its policies which are bordering on genocide and ethnic cleansing.

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Politics with Zaf Shah Research by the Runnymede Trust suggests that British Muslims make up 4.8% of the UK population. They are the second largest faith group in the UK after Christians and have the youngest age profile of all religious groups with 48 per cent of Muslims aged 24 and under (Mend 2015). This brings with it significant opportunities for political parties competing for minority group votes at the ballot box. With that and particularly in election year and in most cases the incumbent party will look

very closely at how their manifesto pledges will impact on the BME communities.

In 2010 The Ethnic Minority British Election Study from the 2010 general election found that Muslims are less likely than other minority groups to be registered to vote, and in places like Bradford West won’t vote for the Conservative Party.

Historically, albeit a three year lull BW has been a Labour stronghold. This can be due to a number of factors, lack of meaningful representation of political

leaders often cited as one of the causes. (Heath et al 2012). Some refer to the 1968 Enoch Powell Rivers of Blood Speech as still having an effect on the minds of many in votingham, I would disagree, this may have been the case 20 – 30 years ago, but many from the BME communities would argue that it’s about having a coherent, and articulate voice in parliament, who represents all communities in the constituency and not just his/ her vested interest.

Lack of Political Lack of Political Participation is costing British Muslims?

Participation is costing British Muslims?

Of course, some would say if the Conservative party manifesto or indeed any parties is tailored as a tool of engagement for all communities, not just BME, then those very same communities will mobilise in furthering the social, civic, economic and political aspects of their lives, indeed furthering the integration of particularly British Muslims in UK society? Did the Conservative Party have specific pledges that were designed solely for BME communities or Muslims? I would argue that if indeed a party such as a One Nation Conservative Party designed pledges for particular communities, then it would possibly be failing its own vision and the vision of the wider electorate, therefore as we discussed earlier, if our communities are disengaged from politics with no real representation or leaders to be their voice, then what

difference will a few pledges make? Why do in the case of Bradford West particularly Pakistani communities think the Tory Party are the “nasty racist party”, when it was the Tory Party who gave us our first Pakistani female Muslim member of the cabinet, our First Pakistani Muslim Business Secretary, need I say more?

It’s the Conservative Party that has provided the right environment in which talent from within the BME have not viewed their ethnicity as a barrier for success.

Perhaps in the build up to the General Election of 2015 the Tory Hierarchy didn’t engage as well as it could have with Muslim communities, but one thing that was clearly evidenced was David Cameron made no bones about meeting and greeting with large swathes of Sikh and Hindu electorates in votingham, who gave Mr

Cameron the very push from BME communities that the party so desired. Perhaps we ought to reflect and think why the push with Sikh and Hindu communities and not Muslim Communities? Are they more intelligently engaged with mainstream British Politics than Muslim Communities?

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and working why would British Muslims be prepared to travel and participate in violent and an often brutal armed struggle with Isis and its enemies. I think it’s extremely difficult for any government to absolutely get it right every time in terms of the narrative whenever anti-terror legislation is proposed. If you have done nothing wrong then why should this worry you?

I honestly have greater concerns, such as the Economy, Jobs, Schools and Health inequalities than to be overly concerned with antiterror legislation.

The Queen’s Speech added to the resentment from BME communities, with policies that impacted into the very heart of BME community concerns on immigration and over -reliance on the state welfare system, again it’s the tone of the debate rather than the controls that are proposed. Why are some third and fourth generations so reliant on the state, I thought the state was meant as a last resort not an

option? My father was one of the first migrants in Bradford and didn’t claim from the state, but integrated, grafted, and often worked several jobs to provide for our growing family. A theme that was all too common during the 1960’s and 70’s when migration from Pakistani Mirpur was at its peak.

With a fragmented Labour Party having no clear direction, I think we will see the Conservative Party in Power for the next ten years and with that, what can be said is that most BME, particularly Muslim voters will switch their allegiances over time to the party they feel most connected with and whose values are not entirely dissimilar to theirs.

Yet it must be said, this is by no means is a one way street, and if the Conservative Party is serious about engaging with Muslim Communities then it also has to play its part. The Conservative party are here to stay and we ought to be embracing the political winds of change rather than batting against them.

BME community at an election hustings

Legislation divides loyalties amongst BME voters Anti-Terror legislation has also played a part in creating suspicion and disconnect between our security agencies and indeed governments. Arguably this was at its highest during the government of Tony Blair.

We have since early 2003 had a long-term strategy for countering international and home-grown terrorism (known within Government as CONTEST). Its aim is to reduce the risk from international terrorism, so

that people can go about their daily lives freely and with confidence. The strategy is divided into four principal strands. Prevent, Pursue, Protect and Prepare. Some would say this has failed, and indeed if it was effective

Cameron and his wife during a visit to the Gurdwara

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‘East’ Set to Boom Asian Retail Shopping The launch of East Shopping Centre, a high-end Asian retail development opening on Green Street, has been attracting thousands of shoppers ever since it’s opening earlier this year.

The centre, referred to simply as ‘East’, is the first of its kind in London and has been supported by residents as well as the council. It has 56 shops, a “souk” market and food court over two-storey’s of retail space and opened to over 12,000 visitors during its launch weekend.

Green Street is already a renowned destination for Asian shopping, primarily clothes, fashion, accessories and food. So it was no surprise that units at the upmarket shopping centre were quickly taken up by fashion houses such as Andaaz fashions, Bidaai London, Memsaab, Coffee Republic and Brioche Burgers with more being announced.

East has been designed to tiein with the street’s existing ethos and augment it with a fresh range of relevant, contemporary retail units.

East has been planned as part of East London’s wider regeneration process with luxury Asian brands and high-quality goods.

Westfield Stratford City, which attracted 47 million visitors in its first year, is located 2.2 miles away from East. It’s the mostvisited mall in the country (with double the footfall attained by Westfield London in Shepherds Bush) and enjoys easy access to DLR, Overground, tube, National Rail and bus services. East is a more compact, specialised shopping centre, but it’s likely that it will build a positive relationship with Westfield, both in terms of benefiting from shoppers in the area and complimenting Westfield’s wide-ranging shopping experience with something relevant to London’s Asian population.

One of the more unique elements of the East development is the souk section. Seventeen bespoke units, ranging in size from 9.7sqm to 32.3sqm, offer smaller retailers - both

established and exclusive - a characterful retail platform.

Combining the modern shopping experience with the elegance and tradition of the souk, this project is the first of its kind in London.

This is just the latest instalment in the story of Asian business in London, however. Patak’s is one of the UK’s most recognisable Asian brands. Sold by the founding family to Associated British Foods for an undisclosed amount over £100m in 2007, it’s also an example of a business that delivers (and in some ways introduced) Asian produce to London’s nonAsian population. The original shop, behind Euston station, stocked Asian groceries but diversified into innovative curry and spice mix pastes, preserved in oil, that neatly

filled a gap in the market.

Westfield Stratford City and indeed Bluewater in Kent (located very close to Ebbsfleet International Eurostar station) attract visitors from all over the Continent – East could become important to Asian populations beyond England.

Travelling from Stratford International or London City Airport will take overseas visitors around half an hour by public transport.

A spokesperson for the development told Asian Sunday that while there was no firm idea of where shoppers would come from, the centre will be significant internationally as well as locally.

“It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly where people will be coming from,” a

spokesperson told Asian Sunday before the opening.

“We certainly hope that visitors from Europe, America, the subcontinent, etc, will be interested in shopping at East.

London’s South Asian population has a long and illustrious history of dressmaking and seamstressing. Women living at home in the mid20th Century would learn and develop sewing skills, creating garments not only for their families but for sale in the community. As East is located in London’s prime bridal shopping district, and with Green Street already home to some popular clothes shops, some of this heritage is likely to live on through the development.

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If fashion wasn’t enough East’s food court is also pretty impressive with a diverse range of food choices, from Indian food to steak houses, something to suit all appetites. “It’s a good mix – not all Indian food.”

The whole of East has been designed and constructed to exacting modern standards, not just in terms of comfort and aesthetics – and the huge glass-topped atrium makes for a spectacular venue - but also with environmental effects in mind. Technology such as flow restrictors and harvesters have been installed to prevent water wastage, while solar panels will help reduce electricity consumed from the national grid.

Two-storey retail units contain a stair lift and there are disabled access provisions throughout.

The centre has been under construction for over a year at the one-acre site, which used to be a bus depot. Granted planning permission in 2012, the project attracted considerable attention from the Asian community. Despite some worries about parking and increased congestion, East has been accepted as a positive addition to Green Street and a welcome source of jobs (between 150 and 200) to the local economy.

The partners at ACR Investments, who ran the development, said: “We couldn’t be more excited to have made history with East Shopping Centre, being the first development of its kind in Europe.

“The borough of Newham is a wonderful district with so much potential and Green Street is already a major hub for people to shop for clothes, food, accessories and everything in between.”

Since East opened its doors with great interest and fanfare from the Asian community in London and further afield, it’s clear that Green Street has set the trend for a significant new shopping destination.

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Location, Location, Location is the Key to a New Home The familiar phrase ‘location, location, location’ still holds true when buying a new home according to research released by Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks recently Whilst the economic downturn has had a major impact on the housing market, it hasn’t changed the importance placed on living in the right area for 59% of homeowners in the UK according to the annual Homebuyers Research.

Scots are the most focused on buying in the right area, with this being the key factor for almost two thirds (64%) compared to just 50% in Wales.

Regional Breakdown of % who consider location the key factor when buying a home: Region Scotland East London South West UK average Yorkshire

% for whom location is a key factor 64% 63% 61% 61% 59% 59%

Region South East Midlands North East North West Wales

% for whom location is a key factor 58% 57% 56% 54% 50%

However for almost a quarter (24%), affordability was more important than the location of the home and this was the case for 33% of those surveyed in Wales, in comparison to 17% of Scots, 16% of Londoners and 15% of those in the South West.

Being close to family was also a key consideration when looking to move home and having the support of the family network was deemed more important than being close to work in every area across the UK with the exception of London. The pressures of commuting resulted in Londoners being the most focused in finding a property in close proximity to their workplace.

Steve Fletcher, Director, Retail Banking, said: “Everyone is looking for something different from their dream home, however our research has shown that for the majority of homeowners the location of the property is something they are not willing to compromise on.

“We know that moving home can be a stressful time so we have a range of mortgages to suit differing needs and budgets to help make the process as easy as possible.”

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For and Against the Human Rights Act 1988 The Human Rights Act 1998 (also known as the Act or the HRA) came into force in the United Kingdom in October 2000. It is composed of a series of sections that have the effect of codifying the protections in the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law.

All public bodies (such as courts, police, local governments, hospitals, publicly funded schools, and others) and other bodies carrying out public functions have to comply with the Convention rights.

cases in domestic courts; they no longer have to go to Strasbourg to argue their case in the European Court of Human Rights. The Act sets out the fundamental rights and freedoms that individuals in the UK have access to.

This means, among other things, that individuals can take human rights

The government announced in the Queen’s Speech that it intends to bring

forward proposals for a British Bill of Rights to replace the Human Rights Act. In this edition we spoke to two experts to give us their arguments for and against the scrapping of the HRA and replacing it with a Bill of Rights.

From the Human Rights Act to a Bill of Rights and Responsibilities

About Ahmedur Rahman Ahmedur is a Solicitor specialising in commercial property and regularly advises Directors on corporate governance issues. He joined the Conservative Party in 2009 and has stood as a council candidate in the London Borough of Newham. During the 2015 General Election, he was the Political Agent to a Parliamentary candidate. He is also an Executive Member of the Conservative Muslim Forum (CMF) and is also listed in the “Brightest 100” – a publication highlighting the 100 most influential British Bangladeshis in the UK.

The Human Rights Act (1998) came into force in October 2000 and allows UK nationals to rely upon the rights contained in the European Convention on Human Rights 1951 (European Convention) in UK Courts.

Repealing the Act does not affect the UK’s obligation under the European Convention – this is an international treaty which the UK helped draft and was the first nation to ratify it, meaning we promised to respect the judgment of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in Strasbourg.

The Act has been controversial. It is widely misunderstood by the public and applied by public authorities in an unbalanced way. And it’s not difficult to see why. Strasbourg has used the European Convention as a “living instrument” which evolves and adapts leading to interpretations which had not been contemplated in the 1950’s. The problem is, the Act requires the UK to take into account rulings of the ECtHR, so that the meaning of the Convention rights given in Strasbourg apply to our laws.

This has led to some problematic and controversial rulings from Strasbourg applying to our national law, undermining Parliamentary

Human Rights activists at a demo

sovereignty and, in turn, undermining democratic accountability to the public.

However, perhaps the most controversial part of the Act is its requirement for the UK Courts to give

effect to primary legislation in a way that is compatible with the European Convention “so far as it is possible to do so”. In practice this has led to judges artificially stretching the meaning of primary legislation. For

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example, an examination of whether a certain act by a public authority is ‘proportionate’ to its objectives, requires a political evaluation of that policy. The courts have therefore become “activist” in dealing with what are effectively political questions - a domain preserved for Parliament, not only under s.3(2)(b) and (c) of the Act itself, but also under the “separation of powers” doctrine which underlines the UK’s unwritten (or as the author would argue, uncodified) constitution.

Where primary legislation cannot be interpreted in a way compatible with the European Convention, the courts can make a declaration of incompatibility. This has no binding legal effect and, in itself does not remedy the breach.

So, let’s be clear on what’s being proposed. The Conservative’s pledge is to repeal the Human Rights Act and replace it with a Bill of Rights and Responsibilities where Parliament is the ultimate source of legal authority and the UK courts supreme in the interpretation of the law.

The new Bill will enshrine the original European Convention into primary legislation, with its rights and responsibilities given clearer definitions. The European Convention imposes an obligation to secure the rights and freedoms in the convention for its citizens and to provide an effective remedy where those rights and freedoms have been breached. There is no requirement to take into account rulings from the ECtHR. Therefore, the Bill will remove the requirement of domestic courts to take into account Strasbourg’s rulings. This doesn’t mean they couldn’t or wouldn’t – often human rights cases from abroad influence the court, but the UK courts will no longer be bound to follow Strasbourg’s jurisprudence.

Any important advancements in human rights will be put to a vote in Parliament to see if primary legislation should to be amended.

The Bill will be open to public consultation later this year. I hope all sides of the argument will take the opportunity to take part in the UK’s commitment to human rights.

As for me, the HRA started out to achieve a noble cause, but failed.

Replacing such a system is not an attack on human rights but a criticism of the way it applies. To defend the rights and freedoms of the individual with a clear, coherent set of rights and responsibilities, but in a manner which does not undermine British democracy is too a noble cause.

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Why we need the Human Rights Act (HRA) considered to be a new symbol that would unite people under one common vision; that of human rights.

About Kamal Uddin Ali Kamal Uddin Ali is a solicitor specialising in immigration and human rights law. He has a wealth of experience in advising and assisting vulnerable asylum seekers, foreign national offenders and other migrants as well as High Net Worth investors. Kamal is a passionate advocate for human rights and this led him to join the Liberal Democrats. He stood for the Party in local elections in Tower Hamlets Whitechapel ward in 2010.

The European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) is an international treaty signed by many nations including Britain in 1948 in order to secure basic rights for its citizens.

Many rights are protected such as the right to life, prohibition of torture, freedom from slavery under right to liberty.

Other rights include a right to a fair trial, prohibition of retroactive criminal legislation; right to an effective legal remedy. Personal life rights include the right to private and family life; freedom of thought; the right to marry and freedom from discrimination.

Rights to promote communication and participation in society include freedom of expression and freedom of assembly. There are additional rights which are included in protocols to the Convention, which evolved over time.

The Tories in recent years and since forming a majority government in May 2015, plan to scrap the HRA and replace this with a British Bill of Rights. At present, the Tories have put their plans on hold pending further consultations.

According to Sir Keir Starmer, the MP for Holborn and St. Pancras, “The HRA contains universal rights that are approved by the world.”

HRA has been used by vulnerable people in the UK such as the disabled, the mentally ill, the elderly and those in residential care. It has protected the rights of asylum seekers and irregular migrants.

The Tories have justified their reasons for scrapping the HRA by saying that it protects foreign criminals and terrorists and undermines the government’s powers to deport. The Tories have sensationalised stories to create a culture of fear within our society. As a consequence, the government is falsely leading us to believe that we are giving away our basic rights in return for greater security.

Britain has a proud history of promoting human rights at home and abroad. Scrapping the HRA would

mean removing the universality of rights and this would have dangerous consequences. According to Shami Chakrabarti of Liberty, citizens’ rights shall be reduced to mere privileges.

The Tories want to scrap the HRA simply because it currently prevents them from interfering with our human rights. The Tories have already indicated their desire to exclude certain groups of people from human rights protection.

They criticise the decision of the Strasbourg judges as ‘bizarre’ which undermines parliamentary sovereignty. However, the truth is that the HRA is the best model which will protect our human rights and give us the right to hold governments accountable when they interfere with our rights. If the HRA were scrapped we would face obstacles in challenging our government for interfering with our rights.

The more people understand about the HRA, the more they will appreciate and understand what they have to lose. It has never been a more important time to educate ourselves about the government plans to scrap the HRA and what this means for everyone. It is also important to lobby our MPs and actively engage in campaigning to save the HRA.

After 50 years the ECHR was incorprated into UK law when the Human Rights Act 1998 (HRA) came into effect in 2000. This did not create any new human rights laws but effectively incorporated ECHR into domestic UK law. The Act gives every British Citizen their rights and responsibilities and public services are required to respect human rights at every level.

As the UK does not have a written Constitution, it was hoped that the HRA will become the first Bill of Rights for both UK citizens and all peoples living in Britain. It was

Both Kamal and Ahmed make interesting debates, but which argument has convinced you? What are your thoughts? Do drop us a line at newsdesk@ asiansunday.co.uk or follow us on Twitter @AsianSundayNews or facebook Asian Sunday Newspaper to follow the debate.

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by Ninder Kaur

edding season has begun. Although it might be a fun time to start celebrating with your friends it can be a stressful time too. Being invited to a South Asian wedding may seem like a really exciting and colourful experience until you realise you have no idea what to wear.

It leaves you to question -do I have to wear a sari? What colour do I wear? What about all those accessories? It’s all a bit too overwhelming to say the least.

There is no need to panic. For anyone who may be invited to an Asian wedding, here is a quick guide to dressing for the occasion.

• Indian and Pakistani clothing is beautiful, colourful and detailed. Try avoiding wearing anything white and black and be experimental.

• Avoid dresses and outfits that show too much leg and scream boobage especially if the couple comes from a religious family.

Dress modestly. Leave the strapless, tight fitting, figure hugging dress for another time.

It will not be taken well by the South Asian community.

• If you’re feeling extra adventurous then why not take a trip to an Asian clothing store.

There are plenty of styles to choose from including saris, salwar kameez (long top with loose trousers) and lenghas, which are long skirts that come with a matching top.

• Accesorising is the most fun part. There is so much to choose from including bindis, bangles, and beautiful ornate necklaces.

Many girls will also wear payal, or anklets. The mang tikkas (a huge bindi) have also become quite popular.

• For men, do not go scruffy. Skip the jeans and t-shirts and dress formal, as you would do at any wedding. There is nothing more embarrassing than being ‘that’ slobby guest. Whip out that suit and tie and be a gentlemen. If you really want to impress your friend on their special wedding day, then why not try on the traditional sherwani. They come in a number of customised styles and designs at affordable prices too. Not only will you will look super handsome but you may even surprise yourself and outshine the rest of the guests.

• If you are attending a Muslim nikah or a Sikh wedding at the gurdwara you will have to cover your head. So always keep a shawl/scarf or bandana with you.

Remember, Indian clothing is colourful and detailed, so roll with it just like the cast of Made In Chelsea and TOWIE did.

We would love to know what you wore so email your pictures to newsdesk@ asiansunday.co.uk

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Essential Holiday Hair Tips by Asgar Saboo

Hair Removal at Home Facial and body hair in women is considered unfeminine and is quite embarrassing for many women.

The good thing is there are many methods to get rid of unwanted hair. Of the many methods of hair removal the popular ones are bleaching, shaving, threading, waxing, tweezing, depilatories and laser hair removal.

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crush it. Take it in a bowl.

Mix 2 tsp of barley powder with little milk, few drops of fresh lemon juice and make a paste.

Apply it on your face, remain for 15 minutes and wash it off with warm water. If done regularly, you can get of fine facial hair.

Remove all the water from the lentil and grind it to make a paste.

This edition however, we’ve put together some natural remedies and some home tips to help you looking great this summer and get rid of unwanted facial hair. Do let us know how you get on.

Take equal quantities of moong dal powder, neem leaves powder, kasturi manjal powder and few kuppai meni leaves. Grind it to a paste with very less water. Apply on skin and leave it to dry. After 15-20 minutes, scrub your face gently in the direction of hair growth to remove unwanted fine hair.

Home treatment 1 Lemon juice is a natural bleaching agent. Mix gram pulse flour (besan), wheat flour, milk cream, a few drops of fresh lemon juice, mustard oil and water together.

Rub this paste in circular movements and wash it off. Do it regularly. Start this treatment from an early age as hair is soft and fine at that time.

Home treatment 2 Mix sugar, water and lemon juice to a thick paste. Apply it and wash it off when it dries. Do this once a week to prevent hair growth.

Home treatment 4

Home treatment 5 Potatoes when combined with yellow lentil will help in effectively removing unwanted hair. Potatoes have natural bleach properties in them. The combination of these two items will help in making the hair colour lighter. One potato You need to soak a small bowl of yellow lentils in water overnight.

Peel off the skin of the potato and

Now you need to extract the juice from the crushed potato and add it to the yellow lentil paste.

To this mixture add around 4 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice and one tablespoon honey and mix well.

Apply this mixture on your face and other parts of the body where you have unwanted hair.

Leave it to rest on your body parts for about 20 to 30 minutes or until the paste completely dries out.

Now remove the paste from the a-plied area by rubbing your fingers over the paste. The dry lentil paste will pull off the hair from your body as you rub the paste.

You need to repeat this process two to three times in a fortnight to get rid of unwanted hair completely.

These natural remedies, if followed regularly, discourage hair growth over a period of time. It also helps to get rid of very fine facial hair on upper lips and chin.

It’s getting warmer, and it’s safe to say that it is finally almost time for summer! And while we are looking forward to the warm sunshine, our hair is not looking forward to the annual damage it endures. Hairstylist to the stars and Style Director at the Daniel Galvin Salon in Mayfair, Asgar Saboo gives his essential tips to ensure your hair is holiday ready and looking its very best for those days on the beach.

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1. Use Dry Shampoo Dry shampoo has been gaining popularity recently; I always encourage the use of dry shampoo during summer for individuals more prone to oiliness. As the name suggests, dry shampoo absorbs the oil in your hair and gives it a softness, and more importantly voluminous shape. It becomes effective after a few days of not washing your hair. I strongly recommend my clients to avoid washing their hair everyday, as it makes it more prone to oiliness.

2. Avoid Excessive Shampooing If you have dry hair, it’s probably because you are washing your hair too often! I constantly encourage people to cut back a little on the frequency of washing their hair. The reason behind this is that excessive shampooing can actually remove the natural oils that are necessary for your hair’s strength. This becomes especially damaging when blow-drying. As beach season is upon us, you are not wrong for wanting to wash that sand and chlorine out of your hair, however instead of applying shampoo, I recommend rinsing the hair in the shower with a scalp massage.

This revitalises the cells and exfoliates them. With increased circulation, you are promoting hair growth.

3. Avoid Blow Drying People who suffer from dandruff or a dry scalp usually expose their hair to the strong heat of a blow dryer. I encourage clients to allow their hair to rest without the blasts of strong heat that come out of a blow dryer. Excessive blowouts cause the scalp to dry out and without the natural moisture that the oils provide, the scalp, which is essentially the skin on your head, becomes flaky, just as skin anywhere else would.

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The ultra-matte hydrating cream lipstick creates a powerful look sure to turn heads.

Although it may look like a hefty applicator, similar to a magic marker this product is fabulous: flexible, smooth, and long lasting.

These bright and bold colours are perfect for the upcoming summer with a colour to suit everyone.

Its ultra-creamy texture contains shea butter and antioxidant vitamin C and E to help protect the lips and keep them moisturised.

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4. Maintain Your Colour Tone In rolling with the seasons, change is always good. However, I always stress the importance of maintaining your colour tone during the summer months. The use of colour-depositing conditioners is vital, as they nourish the roots that have been subject to strong chemicals in hair dye.

Many women experience dry hair after changing their colour, this is why I also advise limiting the use of heat styling tools that further dry your hair out. For an extreme change in colour, there’s no escape, regular visits to the salon are needed.

5. Cover It Up Given that sunrays are more abundant during the sweltering months of summer, you are going to be more exposed naturally. Therefore, time spent outdoors, even if for a short time, has the potential to damage your scalp. You should grab a scarf or hat to protect the scalp as much as possible. This helps retain some moisture and helps in preventing the stimulation of dandruff.

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This new collection has caught the attention of nearly every celeb and street style star in the industry, from runway looks at New York Fashion Week to the moment a client walks out of the salon.

The new blow dry collection is quick, easy to use and most importantly, seriously effective - which is just what we need on those rushed mornings trying to beautify ourselves in five minutes. There’s no excuse for a bad hair day.

The three heat-activated stylers promise to tackle all hair types and help you achieve that perfect ‘blown away’ look.

Bb All-Style Blow Dry is ideal for medium-to-fine hair types and even oil-prone, creating everything from sleek and smooth styles to big and bouncy finishes.

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Neck Tie

Give your outfits a style makeover and go scarf crazy this Spring/ Summer.

by Ninder Kaur

The silk scarf has lately, been shaking off its reputation as the elegantly respectable accessory of Spring/Summer.

But now the 1970s trend, once popular with your nan’s must have staple item, has been reclaimed as the coolest styling must-have this season. And while there’s nothing wrong with wearing yours in the ultra-chic traditional manner, the beauty of the new silk scarf is its brilliant versatility. And, unlike most accessories, you can wear them a half-dozen ways. Here’s how:

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The hair tie There are so many ways to wear a scarf on your head and look chic. It gives any outfit that effortless boho style.

Why not get that festival look by simply tying the scarf around your head and letting the excess fabric fall to the side just like Blake Lively.

Or why not try the turban.

Rihanna has sported the look in the past as she gave her casual slip dress and trainers a glamorous spin by simply by tieing a silk scarf around her head.

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This is a great trick for when you can’t quite simply be bothered to do anything with your hair (and that includes washing it)…. And we all know we have those days.

The neck tie Gucci, Saint Laurent and even Tom Ford are just a few of the big name fashion houses that are employing the silk scarves as chokers.

Knotted snug around your neck, it adds a dash of quirky, French-girl chic.

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Wrist tie We have seen it quite a lot lately, especially after making its appearance at this years Dior’s Resort show in Cannes.

This chic look will have you ditching your bracelets for this simple wrap-a- round. You can create perfect summer vibes using a gorgeous pastel or floral scarf.

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The ankle wrap will instantly give an offbeat appeal to elegant heels and eveningwear. You can even pair them with some sandals to give your outfit that extra burst of colour.

We know you have seen it before, but the great thing about it is, is that it actually works. This is a great way to give your tote or shoulder bag a quick makeover by giving it a colourful spin.

This trend has been spotted on a number of fashionistas with a multitude of silk scarves in cool prints, giving their classic leather a new lease of life.

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Lahori Karahi & Charga the world’s most famous Indian Restaurant.

The Darbar however never saw light of day, and after years of renovations and name changes, Stockport’s popular Lahori Karahi & Charga has now found its second home in the former pub in Bradford.

The new refurbished building, with beautifully erected glass windows and carefully chosen furniture, reminds you of some of the top restaurants in India and Pakistan.

At first I was a little sceptical about eating in. The Bradford branch had been riddled with a bad reputation after several attempts to open up as a restaurant in previous years.

So who prepares the best curries, the North or the South of England? A question often debated, but for me it has to be the North and you will all believe me when you visit Lahori Karahi and Charga. There are two branches one in Stockport and one in Bradford.

For my review I visited the Bradford branch.

The Bradford branch of Lahori Karahi & Charga was previously a popular pub known as The Shearbridge.

Conveniently located close to the University and College, many students and locals had fond memories of enjoying a drink and a good social in the wellknown pub. Sadly the 90’s saw a decline in pub trade and The Shearbridge too like many couldn’t sustain itself and had to close down.

Following the closure, the new owners made headlines as large banners were draped across the building announcing the opening of Darbar touted as

The décor, especially the traditional Asian farming wheel and tools aligned on the exterior wall of the building and little hut made to the side of the building, with beautiful wooden decking, to enjoy that nice cup of tea and hot samosas whether it’s a hot summers day or a cold winters day with a nice fire burning outside, the location is most definitely comfortable and well renovated.

Anyway, coming to the most important part. The food.

So what’s different about this curry house compared to the rest?

The name of the restaurant gives this away. Lahori Karahi and Charga are renowned for famous Lahori dishes, both the Charga and Karahi being some of them.

So naturally for starters we ordered the charga!

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Charga apparently is another name for chicken in Urdu. Charga is widely found in restaurants in Lahore, Pakistan. The speciality of this starter is that it comes as a whole chicken, which has been marinated in lahori style herbs and spices and then steamed and finally fried.

I went into the kitchen to see the process and was amazed at the huge steamer brought in especially from Pakistan in which the chickens are steamed and then fried lightly to give it that beautiful crispy coating. Succulent, tender with all the right spices now we know why their famous for it – absolutely delicious. Although if you’re a light eater, you may not have room left later for mains so I wouldn’t really recommend eating a whole chicken for starters.

If you truly enjoy lahori cuisine then you surely are in for a treat as the menu serves all the usual lahori favourites such as nihari, hareesa, chinioti kunna gosht, haleem and to my surprise hiran too. hiran is the Urdu term for deer. For those who like their venison and curry, the hiran karahi seems like the perfect dish.

Also on the menu is a large selection of Indo Chinese dishes.

Everything from manchurian, stir

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fry’s, to szechuan. Children haven’t been forgotten either with a kids selection too.

As is usual when you’re a foodie like me you’re spoilt for choice, so we asked our waiter what he would suggest. Being a group of eight the waiter recommended the karahi dishes as they could be shared around and enjoyed as a group. So we decided upon the Fresh lamb karahi in lahori style and the fresh chicken chilli Karahi.

Cooked and served in the Karahi as you order.

I did find it rather unusual to order our food by the kilo. Our knowledgeable waiter told us this was because the dishes are cooked from scratch, and so prepared as you would if you were cooking at home. That was evident as it took around 30 minutes for our food to arrive. However, it was definitely worth the wait.

The dishes arrived sizzling and piping hot. The chicken and meat karahi dishes both came in the same karahi’s (thick, circular, and deep cooking-pot) they were cooked in. This I was told was so the dish maintains its heat and flavours. If you’re picky on presentation then my advice would be that on this occasion ignore the untidy edges of the karahi because once that

first morsel of lamb Karahi enters your mouth you’re taste buds will so pleased it will make up for the presentation.

The lamb was cooked just right,

not overly oily as some karahi dishes tend to be. With delicious fresh spices as you would if you cooked at home and truly melts into your mouth. I could quiet easily over eat with this dish.

The chicken dish did not disappoint either. Rightly spiced with good dose of ginger, garlic, spices and coriander. Not over powering, right temperature and once again full of flavour and amazing taste.

Both dishes were complimented with a choice of roti’s and naan breads.

What’s good about Lahori Karahi and Charga is that everything served is cooked as you order and the wait is most certainly worth it.

We ordered a kilo each of the meat and chicken karahi dishes, charga, drinks for eight of us the bill came to a total of around £80.00, costing us around £10 per head. Not bad for a night out.

On the whole, if you enjoy your curry, you will definitely keep coming back to this place for traditional lahori cuisine.

The Bradford branch is a 300 seater restaurant and is open 7 days a week from 12pm till 12am Party bookings and outdoor catering is welcome.

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This year’s Ramadan will mean longer fasts and when you can’t eat or drink all day, you end up spending the whole day thinking about eating and drinking…such is life! So if you’re thinking about it but can’t do it, what’s the next best thing? Making it, of course!

We all know during these long 19 hour fasts how important Suhoor (also called Sehur, Sehri,suhur, Sahari and Sahur) meals are for those observing their fasts. Suhoor is an Islamic term referring to the meal consumed early in the morning by Muslims before fasting, before sun down during the Islamic month of Ramadan. Muslims are not allowed to eat or drink anything from Suhoor till Iftar (when the sun sets)

Bagels and Bananas Ingredients 2 tablespoons of a natural nut butter, such as almond, cashew or peanut 1 teaspoon organic honey (acacia honey is a favourite)

Preparation method 1. Stir together the nut butter, honey and salt in a small bowl.

2. Divide the mixture between warm bagel halves and top with banana slices.

Pinch of salt 1 whole-wheat bagel, split and toasted 1 small banana, sliced

So here we’ve prepared some quick 10 minute healthy yet delicious suhoor recipes for you to enjoy during the month of Ramadhan.

Tip: Sprinkle almond slivers on top for crunch

Prawn Biryani, also known as Jinga/ Rice Biryani Ingredients

6 tbls Oil

1 Kg Prawns, shrimps or Rock Lobster (Retain some shells from the prawns.)

2 cups Rice 2 green chillies

2 tblsp Ghee 1 tsp Jeero (cumin) 1 Bunch of dhaniya Leaves (coriander) ½ tsp Turmeric 1 tsp red chillies

1 tsp Garlic (pounded)

¼ sour milk (yoghurt)

2 tsp Garlic slivered

½ cup Tomato (Juice)

2 Onions Juice of 1 Lemon 1 tsp Salt

1 piece Taj ( cinnamon) 2 elachi (Cardamom)

Preparation method 1. Shell the seafood and then 5. Pound dhaniya leaves fry braise in a tablespoon of oil slivered garlic and jeero then until salmon pink in colour. add to prawns.

2. Braise the onions in ghee 6. In a pot, arrange over ghee and when pale golden in (keeping aside 1 ½ tablespoons) colour remove the ghee and the marinating prawns and cool. Crush with the back of place the whole green chillies a spoon. in. Spread the rice over this then sprinkle the leftover ghee 3. Boil rice in salted water until and too tablespoons of water nearly done then drain in a over the rice. colander.

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Decorate with onion then 4. To the bowl of prawns add steam pot very slowly until the sour milk, Lemon juice, prawns is cooked approx. 30tomato and spices.

40 mins.

Herb and Onion Frittata Ingredients 100g/1 cup diced onion; 25ml of water, and 1 tablespoon of water 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 eggs, beaten 2 teaspoons chopped fresh herbs, or 1/2 teaspoon dried Pinch of salt or to taste Large pinch of ground pepper or to taste 2 tablespoons of ‘farmer’s cheese’, which is soft white unripened cheese, or reduced-fat ricotta

Preparation method

onion over medium-high heat. Cover 1. Drizzle oil in a shallow pan (skillet) and add Uncover and continue cooking and cook until the onion is slightly softened. a little water to prevent sticking and until the onion begins to brown. Sprinkle in continue to cook until golden brown. low and continue cooking, stirring 2. Pour in the eggs, reduce heat to mediumuntil the eggs start to set, about 30 la, constantly with a heatproof rubber spatu seconds. uncooked egg will flow underneath, 3. Continue cooking, lifting the edges so the seconds. until the egg is mostly set, about another 30 herbs over the frittata and season 4. Now reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle your with salt and pepper. edge of the frittata and drizzle the 5. Spoon the soft cheese on top. Lift up one r and cook until the egg is remaining 1 tablespoon of water under it. Cove tes. minu 2 t completely set and the cheese is hot, abou

ula and serve.

spat 6. Slide the frittata out of the pan using the

rsome with soy sauce and spices or more Tip: This basic recipe can be made more flavou rs and mushrooms. filling by chopping in sliced red and green peppe

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But there’s nothing worse than slaving over a meal with pangs of hunger and when the fast finally opens you take that first drink or bite and it tastes yuck!

Well worry not our kitchen journalists are back with some tantalising recipes.

Cheese Melt

Ingredients

Preparation method

2 heaped tablespoons canned cooked bean

s 1 thick slice organic whole-wheat bread, toast

1 tablespoon prepared salsa (available in jars)

1 tablespoon shredded cheese, such as Mex

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blend or Jack

Tip: You could also try baked beans in tomato

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1. Spread beans on toast. Top with salsa, then cheese.

2. Microwave on high temperature until the cheese is melted and the beans are hot, about 45 seconds.

3. Serve with mango juice or milk

sauce, lentil curry (dhaal), or cooked left-overs

from the night before

Chicken Variation

Ingredients

Preparation method

1 lb. Chicken (cut in medium pieces) 2½ cups Rice (basmati)

1. Marinate chicken with yoghurt, chillipowder, coriander powder, garam masala powder and salt. Set aside for at least 4 hours.

2. Add 3 tablespoons of oil to the frying pan. Add ginger garlic paste when oil is hot and fry till golden brown.

3. Now add cut onions, green chillies and fry till onion is transparent. Add tomatoes and fry well.

4. Add mint and coriander leaves and set aside to cool. Once cooled, blend all this in a blender till the mixture becomes finely grinded.

5. Add ghee and oil to a frying pan, when heated add cloves, cardamon and cinnamon. Fry till brown.

5 large Onion 5 Tomatoes 10 nos. Green Chilies 1 tbsp. Garlic(paste) 1 tbsp. Ginger(paste) 2 tsps. Red Chili Powder 2 tsps. Coriander powder 1 tsp. Garam masala 5 tbsps. Clarified Butter 3 tbsps. Vegetable Oil ½ cup Yoghurt Cardamom to taste Cinnamon to taste Cloves to taste Salt to taste

2 cups whole milk yogurt

2 tablespoons grated ginger 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 split chicken concentrate breasts (about 1.5 pound s) 2 tablespoons ground cumin 3 x boneless skinless chicken 2 tablespoons breasts (about 1.5 smoked paprika pounds) 1 tablespoon 6 pats butter or ground coriander 3 tablespoon 1 teaspoon turmeric equivalent 1/2 teaspoon 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper freshly chopped coriander or 2 tablespoons grated garlic (about dhaniya 7-8 garlic cloves) 4 limes, quartered

9. Add salt to the mixture.

10. Let the rice cook. Once done serve hot with raita.

which is rich in protein Tip: If you’re not keen on rice, then here is another recipe you could try with rich spices to awaken those taste buds after a long 19 hour fast.

Tandoori Spiced Baked Chicken in Yogurt Masala

Ingredients

6. Now add salt, the blended and the marinated mixtures and mix well.

You can also add mint and coriander leaves while cooking.

7. If you are using pressure cooker let the mixture with chicken cook for 2 whistles. Otherwise for frying pan cook the mixture for 30-40 minutes, till the meat is half cooked.

8. Meanwhile wash the basmati rice well and drain the water. Once the chicken is ready, add water and basmati rice. Rice to water ratio should be 1:2(the water includes the gravy from cooking the chicken)

Preparation method

1. Prepare the chicken by slicing the top. into each piece so as to allow the yogurt marinade to seep in 5. Bake for 30 minutes then move the chicken around with a and tenderise the chicken spoon. Bake for an additional 2. In a large bowl, add the yogurt, 30 minutes, uncovering the lemon juice, ginger and garlic, dish for the last 5-10 minutes of plus all of the spices. Mix well baking only. and remove any lumps in the yogurt. Add the chicken and mix 6. If desired, use tongs to remove the chicken from the dish and to fully combine. the yogurt sauce and place on 3. Cover and place in refrigerator a separate tray to broil or use to marinate for about 4 hours to the broil setting on your oven overnight, which is ideal. to sear the chicken, about 3-5 minutes per side.

4. Preheat an oven to 400° F/ or Gas mark 6. Pour the chicken 7. Serve with fresh naan bread, with the yogurt sauce into a sliced onions, fresh coriander, deep oven-safe dish. Cover with limes and a yogurt sauce on the a lid or foil with holes poked in side for dipping.

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Writer and actor Paul Raschid with producer Neville Raschid of Aviary Films

Young Asian Brings Diversity To Cinema With New Horror Flick

by Ninder Kaur In recent months there has been much discussion of the lack of diversity in British media with many big industry names joining the call for the inclusion and promotion of BAME (Black and Minority Ethnicity) talent particularly in cinema and television.

With the help of an Ealing father and son team, they have helped conquer the absence of ethnic minority talent in their new movie Unhallowed Ground.

The new independent supernaturalthriller-horror will soon be hitting the big screen this month.

I caught up with the talented 22-year-old Paul Raschid, best known for his role in Ealing Comedy (2008) and Naachle London (2012), who not only has a starring role in the movie but also wrote this fullyfledged feature film.

1. Why did you decide do write a teen horror movie?

Horror and thrillers has always been something that I have loved ever since I was little, where I would stay up late and watch them behind my parent’s back.

From a business point of view, my dad who is an independent film producer went to go see his distributor to see what the demand was out there. They advised him that for a low budget film, the genre that you can make well and that will always have a loyal fan base is

the horror genre.

I had just started off screen writing so when my Dad came back to me and asked if I could write a horror film I was more than happy to do so.

2. Was there any particular film you got inspiration from?

My main influence was Scream.

That period in the 90s there was a golden era in Hollywood of teen slasher thrillers. It has always been a genre that has really excited me. But it’s truly been a lifetime’s mental stockpiling of influences that shaped the script of ‘Unhallowed Ground’. Primarily, I wanted to write a horror film with believable characters so that the audience would care whether the people on screen lived or died. By having an emotional attachment to the characters makes every scare or moment of tension that bit more intense.

3. How did you go about writing the script?

I prefer to draft my work and write as I go. From there, I just re-work and restructure the body of the work. It took me four weeks to write a draft copy of the movie and that was after sitting in my room like a vampire and working non-stop. Then it was just re-tweaking it all for the real first draft. In total, it took about six weeks to write.

4. How long have you been in the film industry?

I have always been involved in the industry because of my dad. I have even had parts in two of his films that he has directed.

When I was 16, Dad would give me scripts for a second opinion and I came across some good ones and bad ones, which were equally educational when it came to knowing how to structure them and learn about character arcs. I have always learnt on the go rather than being formally trained.

When I was 19, on holiday in Canada I just had an idea for a film and opened up my laptop and it went from there.

5. What has the film’s response been like?

Considering it is a low budget indie film, I feel the support we’ve received has been great.

I think what attracts people is the freshness of the project, by having a young, diverse cast and it being a fast-paced, suspenseful film. Plus, there is a great demand for horror films and the fan base is very loyal.

The film has already won ‘Best Horror Film’ at the London Independent Film Festival 2015, while two of its stars also picked up gongs at the British Independent Film Festival 2015.

Marcus Griffiths won ‘Best Supporting Actor’ award and Rachel Petladwala was voted ‘Best Supporting Actress’.

The reviews have been really positive. We had a screening in Cannes and a lot of people came and watched it. It was great to get the approval from such educated film viewers with respected views, which is a good start and vindicated that I was on the right path.

Unhallowed Ground will be released on selected screens across the UK on 12th June 2015, where people can expect some great British acting talent, new and old. As well as a real adrenalin pumping ride filled with lots of jumps and scares.

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The movie will be followed by the online and DVD release on 29th June and 13th July.

ABOUT THE FILM Set in an historic British boarding school six students from two prestigious single sex private schools, spend a night patrolling the grounds of the historic Dhoultham School as part of their Army Cadet training. As each hour passes and the teenagers complete their mundane tasks, they witness a series of increasingly disturbing occurrences: slamming doors, flickering lights and ghostly apparitions.

As the hours grind on, personal conflicts are magnified and the school’s gruesome history erupts with deadly consequences. Meanwhile, the ante is upped by two brazen burglars who have chosen this very night to carry out a heist on the school archive room - a vault of priceless historical documents and artifacts. As the supernatural encounters begin to take an increasingly malevolent turn, the students realise they must escape Dhoultham before the night’s end.

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by Sunny Malik Bollywood actress Nargis Fakhri can now be seen in UK cinemas in the new action-comedy film, Spy, also starring Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, Rose Byrne, Miranda Hart, Bobby Cannavale, Allison Janney and Jude Law. The gorgeous actress plays a small but pivotal role in the film and has a major action sequence with actress McCarthy in the movie.

Nargis Fakhri “I have realised that Hollywood and Bollywood are very separate things. They don’t get each other.”

Nargis, who was born in New York, made her Bollywood debut opposite Ranbir Kapoor in Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar and was most recently seen in Main Tera Hero with Varun Dhawan.

The 35-year-old star recently flew into London to walk the red carpet at the European premiere of Spy, held at Leicester Square, and caught up with Asian Sunday ahead of her big night.

You have flown in from Kenya. What were you doing there?

Oh My God, I was saving rhinos (Rhinoceros). There is only one left.

It was at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Nanyuki, Kenya. He’s the last male northern white rhino in the world. Can you imagine that there will be no more once he dies? There used to be twenty-thousand from the 1960s and now there is only one left. I was there to raise awareness because people should visit the place because it’s an once-in-a-lifetime experience. I was also trying to get people to donate as they’re trying IVF and it’s very costly.

The last time you were in London to promote a movie was for Rockstar (2011). How has it been so far?

Wow, that was such a long time ago.

I love London and it’s always nice to be here, especially when the weather is nice. It’s really close to Mumbai too as it’s only eight-hours on a flight compared to sixteen-hours to New York or even twenty-four-hours to Los Angeles.

You are represented by CAA KWAN in India, formerly known as KWAN, who joined hands with CAA, one of Hollywood’s top talent agencies, a few years ago. Did ‘Spy’ happen through that association?

No, my agent in London DAA were handling everything in relation to Spy. I actually met Paul Feig, the director, in LA a while back. It was quite surprising that he knew about Bollywood and Indian cinema. He knew about the work that I had done. We were having a meal when he mentioned to me that he will be starting a movie and there is a role

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that he felt I was perfect for. He asked me whether I would have time for it. I said yes immediately.

Were you worried about how much screen time you’ll get in your debut Hollywood movie?

I have realised that Hollywood and Bollywood are very separate things.

They don’t get each other. They have a different way of doing things. I was born in New York City and was exposed to American cinema from a young age. I have friends who are actors, writers and entertainers. I know how hard it is to get into the industry. It’s super hard. You have talented people struggling for years.

Yes, same goes for Bollywood but you don’t get judged for having small part in a film in Hollywood. You can have a really small role in one film and be the leading actor in your next. It doesn’t work the same way in Bollywood. If you do a supporting role, you get pigeonholed and only end up doing that. In Bollywood you have to work with the big guys and that’s it. You can’t work with anyone else. I understand that but getting offered this part in Spy with this amazing director and cast was a no brainer. It doesn’t matter how many minutes I’m on-screen or how big the role is, this is a big deal.

Was the experience more comfortable for you, compared to working in Hindi movies, because English is your first language?

It was but the sense of humour culturally is very different in India.

I get the American sense of humour and even the British one. In Main Tera Hero, we have a scene where Varun sings a bhajan (devotional song) to the beat of Ranbir’s Badtameez Dil. I just didn’t get that (laughs). I really questioned everyone and asked how this is funny? Anupam Kher explained it to and had to associate it with something that I would understand.

Then I said, “Oh, that’s funny”. With me, it’s sometimes lost in translation in Bollywood. I literally translate everything and I don’t get the jokes.

Then someone has to explain it to me. I am the poor person that has the delayed reaction to a joke (laughs).

There is a major action sequence in the film between you and Melissa McCarty.

Did you have to prepare a lot?

I had three days of choreography and quite some time over the day going over everything. There were still issues when we filmed it. I hurt myself a few times and Mellisa hurt me a couple of times too. But it turned out alright in the end.

Spy, released by 20th Century Fox, is in UK cinemas now.

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Indian actress dies after Lipo Bollywood actress Aarthi Agarwal

has died of a heart attack a month after undergoing liposuction surgery.

It is understood the star, who was from New Jersey in the US, developed respiratory problems after the procedure, which took place around a month ago.

Agarwal’s manager was quoted by IANS as saying: “Aarthi was battling obesity and pulmonary illness. She

was undergoing treatment and due to some complications, she suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away.”

Agarwal made her Bollywood debut aged 16 when she appeared in Paagalpan.

She then went on to make her name in what are known as “Tollywood” films - the name given to Telugu-language films.

Agarwal’s most recent film, Ranam 2, was released just the day before her death.

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Aamir wants to visit Turkey after watching ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’ Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who has lent his voice to dog Pluto Mehra in Zoya Akhtar’s family drama “Dil Dhadakne Do”, can’t stop raving about the film. He says he wants to explore Turkey after watching the film.

The actor took to micro-blogging site Twitter to talk about the film after he watched it for the second time.

In a series of tweets, Aamir posted: “Saw DDD again last night.

Loved it even more the 2nd time! Thanks Zoya, thanks Reema, and thanks to the entire team for such a delightful film! Love.

And, Turkey looks SO beautiful in the film! I’m even more keen to visit now.”

The film, which features Farhan Akhtar, Anil Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma, Priyanka Chopra and Shefali Shah, talks about a dysfunctional Punjabi family and how they discover love and friendship during a cruise across the Mediterranean.

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Shahid avoids question

on marriage

Despite sharing earlie r that he is ready to tie the knot, actor Shahid Kapoor do esn’t seem to be thrille d about discussing his impend ing marriage. At the gre en carpet of the International Ind ian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend and Awards the 34-ye ar-old told, IANS abou t the details of his marriage. But he simply smiled and move d on.

Shahid, who was earlie r in a relationship with Kareena Kapoor, is expected to be getting married to a Delhi student Mira Rajput.

But the “Haider” star, clad in a black and wh ite suit, did share about his new ha irdo.

“I got an undercut fro m Aalim Hakim. All the stars go to him including Hrithik Roshan. I did chat with Aalim for my new hairdo. Th e look is for my new mo vie called ‘Shaandaar’,” Shahid tol d IANS.

Shahid will also be see n in “Udta Punjab”, wh ich tells the story of substance abuse in the Indian state of Pu njab.

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Kate Moss escorted of a flight due to “disruptive behaviour” Kate Moss had to be escorted off a flight by police officers at London Luton Airport on 7 June due to “disruptive behavior,” according to British low-cost airline easyJet. Moss, who was returning from Turkey where she was a guest at actress/designer Sadie Frost’s 50th birthday party, has not been charged with a crime, nor did easyJet lodge a formal complaint against her. In a statement, easyJet said it “does not tolerate disruptive behavior and will always report any incidents to the authorities.”

It is claimed that Moss called the pilot a “basic bitch.” Hilarious or aggressive, Kate certainly knows how to make a scene.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will do justice to Dalbir Kaur’s role: Omung Kumar “Mary Kom” fame director Omung Kumar, who has roped in Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to essay a key role in his next project “Sarabjit” — a biopic on late Indian death row prisoner in Pakistan, Sarabjit Singh — is confident the former beauty queen is the perfect choice for the part. Aishwarya will be seen playing title character’s sister Dalbir Kaur. Kumar told IANS that when he went and narrated the role to Aishwarya, “she was in tears, and immediately said ‘yes’”. “She is a fabulous actress who can do justice to this demanding role,” he added.

Aishwarya has earlier featured in intense roles in films like “Provoked” and “Guzaarish”.

In “Sarabjit”, she fits the bill of a “strong character with a powerful aura”, according to the film’s producer Sandeep Singh. “She has given spectacular performances in all her previous movies and we are confident that she will do justice to this role,” Singh added. He is sure the film will “create an impact and inspire the audience as well as the youth worldwide”.

“Sarabjit” will be shot over one schedule of 70 days in Punjab, starting October 2015.

I’ll do full-fledged dance film with Madhuri: Remo D’Souza Choreographer-director Remo D’Souza, the man behind Bollywood’s dance-based franchise “ABCD”, says he is eyeing a full-fledged dance film with actress Madhuri Dixit.

Remo, who has earlier shared a platform with the dancing diva in reality show “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa”, told IANS: “I didn’t approach Madhuri for ‘ABCD 2’, but if I do a film with her, it definitely has to be a Madhuri Dixit film. I don’t want to cast her for a small role.”

“I will do a full-fledged dance film with her. There are some ideas in mind right now, but let’s see how it shapes up,” he added.

After “ABCD - AnyBody Can Dance”, Remo’s new directorial is its sequel “ABCD 2”. Featuring Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor, the film is slated for release on June 19.

While he said that he didn’t approach Madhuri for this film, he shared that “since last four years I am sitting with her and we chat and talk about it”.

“She has said ‘Whenever you are ready with it, please let me know’,” Remo added.

Feel blessed that I’ll work with Kareena Kapoor in ‘Udta Punjab’: Alia Bhatt Actress Alia Bhatt calls herself lucky as she will share screen space with her “idol” Kareena Kapoor Khan in their upcoming film “Udta Punjab” and counts the opportunity as “a big deal”. “Udta Punjab”, a thriller directed by Abhishek Chaubey of “Ishqiya” fame, also features Shahid Kapoor and Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh in lead roles and is being produced by Phantom Films and Balaji Motion Pictures. The film focuses on the drug problem in the state through four different stories of the principal characters. “It is too soon to talk about the project. I feel blessed that I will work with her (Kareena).

I am really happy to share screen space with her. It’s a big deal for me,” Alia told reporters in India recently. The four-film-old actress said she has already learnt a lot by just observing Kareena, 34, on the film’s set. “I have been on the sets when she was shooting and I was observing her the way she acted. I learnt from the way she did her scenes. She is my idol. In real life, she is warm, down-toearth to person,” she said.

The 22-year-old actress, who made her debut with Karan Johar’s “Student of the Year” has entertained the audience with her notable performances in “Highway”, “2 States” and “Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania”. Besides “Udta Punjab”, her upcoming films include Vikas Bahl’s “Shaandaar” with Shahid. “Kapoor and Sons” opposite Sidharth Malhotra and Karan Johar’s most talked-about project “Shuddhi” with Varun Dhawan. “There is pressure but it is not because I am having big films to shoot. I think whatever work you do, there is going to be some kind of pressure. I am not getting scared… I’m rather excited. I just hope people like all my films and I am able to entertain the audience,” Alia said.

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reporters during Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala told n to bring kee is he the recent IIFA awards that Shah Rukh and an Salm r, the three Khans —Aami lised fina not has he but — together for a film orters rep told ctor dire The anything as of now. film the e mak to ire des a he had expressed k”. “A year after working with Salman in “Kic asked me back when I finished ‘Kick’, people thing which the that them told I about my next. e Khans on fascinates me is getting the thre and I have board. “Salman is a good friend Aamir. If I good equation with Shah Rukh and ly love to do get a go ahead, I would definite it,”

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Having done his fair share of horrors, thrillers and action movies in his twelve-yearlong career, actor Emraan Hashmi is now seeking a rebirth with “Hamari Adhuri Kahani”, which is an out-an-out romantic film. The 36-year-old actor says deciding to star in the upcoming film is not an attempt to shed his on-screen image of a con-man, or a serial kisser, but rather an effort to broaden his range as an actor. Also, Emraan feels with time he has become responsible and disciplined and he wants that to reflect in his cinema choices.

“It is not so much about getting away from what I have been doing.

Emraan Hashmi hopes to broaden his range as an actor with Hamari Adhuri Kahani’ It has more to do with my concern and priority as an actor. I want to see myself doing something else. When you reach that point in your life, you want cinema to reflect that. It might be a lot of things in your life- getting married, having a kid- all these things bring about changes,” Emraan told reporters in India. “This was the best way to do it. This is what I was looking for – a rebirth. What I have been doing has been great I am thankful to the twelve years. But something else needed to be done because I have crossed that stage where I want to do something new,” he said.

Gwyneth Paltrow reckons comparison w ith entrepreneurial actr esses ‘misogynistic’ Gwyneth Paltrow has revealed that compari ng her to Jessica Alba, Bla ke Lively and Reese Witherspoon is purely misogynistic.

The ‘Iron Man’ actres s said to a publication that media unknowing ly compare entrepreneurial wome n, but this is not fair as fundamentals of every business is different like her close pal Alba owns a consumer good company whereas she has a clothing business , E! Online has reported .

The 42-year-old Ameri can actress added that people try to tie her and her fellow actresses’ entreprene ur just to make a good story, but she feels slig htly offended by this generalisation as this is done with women an d not with actors.

Paltrow even shared tha t she is a good friend of Jessica Alba and Re ese Witherspoon and would love to everythi ng possible to support their businesses if req uired.

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Brangelina in the market to purchase Greek island “Angie fell in love with it. It will need development, but at that price they’ll have no problem building the vacation home of their dreams,” US OK! Magazine quoted a source as saying.

The 43-acre island has secured planning permission for six villas.

The source added: “The kids would finally be able to run around freely without worrying about paparazzi.”

Hollywood’s famous couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are reportedly planning to buy an island in Greece. According to a source, they are planning to splash out $4.7 million on the entire island of Gaia so they can enjoy more private holidays together, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

J Lo teases fans with new workout video Jennifer Lopez recently shared a video of her giving a peek into how the actress manages to stay so fit.

The ‘Booty’ singer posted a video of her doing torso twist while throwing a medicine ball and holding a lunge position with trainer David Kirsch on Instagram, People Magazine has reported.

The 45-yearold songstress previously said in an interview that she eats right and do appropriate exercise, but one should always switch the pattern of doing it to keep the body fresh.

The star duo have six children, Cambodian-born Maddox, Vietnamese Pax, Ethiopian Zahara, biological daughter Shiloh, and twins Knox and Vivienne.

And the secret behind Khloe K’s super fit body is..

Khloe Kardashian, who has been taking health advice from nutritionist, has recently revealed that drinking water is the secret behind her super fit body.

Revealing about her water addiction, the 30-year-old blonde beauty wrote on her Instagram page, “My water tip of the day. I try to consume about 5 to 6 L of water a day,” adding that this doesn’t happen every day, but she tries, reported the Mirror.

The ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ star added that since water tends to get boring after a while, her current obsession is infused waters, like detox water, fruit flavored water or fruit infused water, which can generally be any combination of fruits, vegetables and herbs immersed in cold water.

Giving details about the benefits of flavoured water, she said that it also has very low to no calories, making it a very powerful tool in lose weight.

DiCaprio sues magazine over baby claims with Rihanna Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has filed a lawsuit against a French magazine which claimed he was having a baby with singer Rihanna.

The 40-year-old actor has sued Oops! magazine for its May 28 cover story, which also said that the “Inception” actor would not recognise the baby as his, reports tmz.com.

DiCaprio’s lawyer has called the story “pure fantasy”. He is apparently demanding over $20,000 in damages and attorney fees. The amount is the maximum allowed under the French law.

According to sources, DiCaprio’s team contacted Oops! and informed the people running the magazine that the story was false. The magazine reportedly responded that they don’t care.

DiCaprio and Rihanna, 27, first sparked dating rumours when they attended a birthday bash together in February this year.

They were seen together at other parties too.

However, the actor dismissed the rumour in March.

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PBN

by Ninder Kaur He has had over a decade’s worth of success in the music industry and has brought us some of the biggest dancefloor anthems to ever hit the bhangra scene.

He is a producer, singer, songwriter, mentor and what he likes to call an all rounded ‘music artist’.

It’s been a year since his last release but PBN and his team are back with their latest single, ‘Jatti Nachdi’, which features new female addition Serena.

I caught up with the ‘Hitmaker’ to talk about his latest single, Team PBN and what we can expect from him this year.

Tell us about the new single?

The single is a feel good Bhangra track about a girl dancing which now features all four members of Team PBN. Its music that the fans

want and hopefully it will be big this summer.

It was in June 2014 that we released our last Team PBN single.

We have been away for a while doing non-stop gigs in Singapore, Malaysia, Canada, Europe, India, and all over. It’s a signature PBN track that features my recently signed artist Serena. Rather than chucking her in the deep end on her own track, I wanted her to have a little feature on the single.

Who are Team PBN? The collective consists of myself, Raj Bains, Bambi and the recently signed Serena. We all bring our own individual styles and sounds to the group, which is what makes us so unique. Raj Bains is a more traditional Punjabi folk singer, Bambi is a more commercial soulful artist and Serena brings the soulful Hindi pop sound. I started Team PBN in May 2013 with the single ‘Superstar’. I thought the industry needed something new and a lot of people

were talking about how we should support new Brit-Asian artists so I decided to do it.

How is it being part of a team and creating Team PBN? It is a learning curve because I have gone from being a solo artist to having to manage and mentor these guys. We have had 4 singles and 4 number ones. We have headlined nearly every main stage, internationally. I have seen them grow into actual artists and performers. Not only that, but I have managed to bring in another female into the much needed Asian music scene.

What has Jatti Nachdi’s response been like?

The fans have been great. The single has only been out two weeks and already it is receiving a huge response. It’s exploding all over Twitter and fans are already calling it the big dancefloor hit for this summer.

Who are you musical influences?

Everybody around me- even people on the street inspire me. Music artists I look up to are Punjabi MC, Partners in Rhyme, Bally Sagoo.

Also, the big time bands including Heera, Alaap, Premi, Apna Sangeet and obviously the legend Gurdas Maan.

Would you want to pursue any other music genre?

I listen to mainstream music like RnB, Hip Hop and even Bollywood and Hindi music. Everybody wants these dancefloor bangers from me and I love making them.

This year now, I want to be more experimental in terms of music genres. One thing I am working on right now is a Bhangra RnB track, where the production is all RnB, I will be singing in Punjabi and it will also feature a rapper.

I know that Serena wants to do Hindi song with Punjabi lyrics

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where the production would be more of a Bollywood style. Raj Bains has said that he wants to do romantic/sad songs. Also, I am looking to do a collaboration with a mainstream Reggae artist and I am hoping that that pulls through. But for now, it will be Bhangra because that what the fans want.

You have had so much success in the industry, what is your secret?

There is no secret. There’s a saying in the Sikh faith to always stay grounded. If someone gives me one second, I try and give two seconds back. I always get excited when it comes to releasing and composing music and as long as the excitement is there and the creative juices are flowing then I will continue to do what I do.

What has been the most difficult part of the music industry that you have had to face?

Starting out has been the hardest. I have climbed the ladder step-by-step and it’s taken me a decade to get to where I am. My new artists are very lucky.

They have had everything on a plate. I was already established, I produced composed, invested every penny into them and took them onto a big stage.

They didn’t have to do local park performances or bar performances. That wasn’t there for me; I had to be the smallest text or picture on a flyer.

The hardship was climbing the ladder but its been

so rewarding and now I am the huge guy on the poster. If it weren’t for the hardship I wouldn’t respect where I am today.

The most difficult thing was actually making a name and getting a fan base to actually continuously support you.

Where would you like to see the Bhangra industry in 5 years time?

Thriving, because India right now, they are killing us in terms of music, videos, singers and their swag. There are still so many guys in England that are flying the flag here like Jaz Dhami, Jazzy B and Dr.Zeus but I want that boom back that was there in 2009. There were so many artists that were on it and delivering.

What’s next from you and your team?

I’m going to reach out to the fans. I don’t know whether to do a Team PBN album or an actual PBN album and go back to my Homegrown days and feature Team PBN as well having some exclusive collaborations on there.

For now, the next single ‘Thori Thori’ will be out at the end of June and will have lead vocals from Raj Bains. The forthcoming single is on par with my first ever release 10 years ago ‘Aaj Main Peeni’, so that’s something to look forward to!

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by sunny malik Bollywood star Ranveer Singh is back on our silver screens with Zoya Akhtar’s summer blockbuster, Dil Dhadakne Do. Also starring Anil Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Farhan Akhtar, Shefali Shah and Anushka Sharma, the movie is a comedy-drama set on a cruise ship.

The story begins in the sparkling lifestyle of popular Delhi socialite family and primarily revolves around the two siblings; portrayed

by Ranveer and Priyanka.

Speaking to Asian Sunday Newspaper, Ranveer talked about the new craze of ‘dubsmashing’ videos, filming in Europe, working with Priyanka again and much more…

You have been interacting with your fans on Twitter very frequently lately…

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Exclusive with Ranveer Singh “I was actually pleasantly surprised that Anushka will portray the role. I never thought that she would take on such a role.” Ranveer Singh

Yes, I love communicating with my fans over Twitter. I like getting feedback about what people like and dislike about my work. My favourite part about social media is that they have direct access to me and vice versa. I really appreciate everything they write to me and it puts a smile to my face every day.

It’s also a great medium to get your work out there. Internet has become such a major part of everyone’s life and digital marketing is huge now.

I remember, the brand for my first advertisement didn’t have budgets for TV spots and we decided to only release it digitally. That opened up my eyes because it did really well and the reach was enormous. That gave me the belief that social media is important to promote your work as well as for interactions with fans.

Your Dubsmash videos are pretty amazing too…

(Laughs) We were doing interviews with a TV channel and they suggested that I should do one.

A lot of people had sent me their ‘dubsmashes’ and I thought why not? I tried it and I really liked it.

I did one with Priyanka and one from an old Anil Kapoor movie.

These things amuse me more than anyone else (laughs). But I’m glad that other people enjoy them too.

I do them for my own enjoyment though, in all honesty. It gives me a kick.

You play a typical Punjabi character in the film. You are Sindhi but are quite Punjabi in nature. It wasn’t very hard then to portray the role, or was it?

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I am Sindhi and there is a little bit of Sikh in me as well. My paternal grandmother was a Muslim so I’m a little bit of a mix. My family came from Karachi, they were based there. It was actually very easy to get into the character unlike the current movie that I’m filming for, Bajirao Mastani with Deepika and Priyanka. It’s a Sanjay Leela Bhansali movie and I had to lock myself up for three weeks in a hotel room to work on my voice, body language, appearance and everything really.

That was a big process but getting into Kabir Mehra’s character was pretty straightforward.

He comes from a business family like I do, he was raised and comes from an urban area and is in the same age group as me. The character is demographically and socio-economically very similar to me. I noticed, while dubbing for the movie, that Dil Dhadakne Do is the closest to who I am compared to any other characters that I’ve played in the past.

You have changed tremendously from the time you made your acting debut with Anushka. Did she notice the changes?

that you are working with Anushka Sharma again…

You are a big Anil Kapoor fan and it’s quite apparent from the promos that you enjoyed every moment of working with him…

Yes, I’m glad you noticed (laughs).

That applies to off-screen too as he’s such a great guy. He’s warm, hilarious and genuine. He doesn’t give you the ‘senior’ vibe and it’s more like acting with a ‘bro’. I had

the great opportunity of working with another childhood idol of mine from the 90’s, Govinda, in Kill Dil. It was different because it felt like he was my senior and I would just listen to his stories and learn from his experiences. That was fun but with Anil it’s different. We work out together and we really bonded during the making of the film.

There is quite a lot of buzz

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Well, Anushka is an absolutely stunning actress. Above all and beyond everything, I have tremendous respect for her talent and acting abilities. She’s the best part of most of the movies that she’s been in. She really made a mark with NH10 as an actor and producer. I was very happy and excited that I have such a solid co-actor to work with. I was actually pleasantly surprised that Anushka will portray the role. I never thought that she would take on such a role. But this shows us exactly how secure she is as an actress to make these choices as it’s an ensemble film. I was over the moon when she signed the film and had a blast catching up with her.

I did two movies with her back-toback at the start of my career. We lost touch after that but it was good catching up with her while working on Dil Dhadakne Do. She makes acting very easy for her co-stars so that was great.

Well, I was trying to make it a pleasurable experience for her to shoot with me for this film. That is because I know what a pain in the #@#@ I was in my first and second film. I had all these questions and I was overenthusiastic. I had to be guided at every step and that can be quite a painful process. She was trying to get her job done but also had to deal with this novice rookie actor. I can’t imagine that to be a pleasurable experience but she was kind and nice to me. This time I made sure that I could be the best co-actor for Anushka. I even asked her that a few times whether I have become better now and if I am less of a pain now (laughs).

In Gunday, you and Priyanka Chopra played lovers, in Dil Dhadakne Do you portray siblings and in your next, Bajirao Mastani you play a married couple. Isn’t that a bit weird?

It’s weird. I’m not going to lie.

It’s a bit of a dysfunctional relationship that we share. She has pretty much played my girlfriend, my sister and wife back-to-back in the span of a year-and-a-half. It’s weird but also testimony to the fact that Priyanka is a very competent actor. She can fit into any mould.

It’s weird when you say it like that (laughs) but Priyanka is really professional. We trust our directors and we hope our audiences have evolved to accept two actors playing different characters for different movies.

How was it like filming all over Europe and on a cruise for most of the film?

It was like a paid holiday (laughs).

There was not much work. It was pretty much just having a conversation whether it was a bar, on a couch, in a room or on a bus.

It’s not like Bajirao Mastani which is emotionally and physically draining. As it was an ensemble cast, I would have two days off every week and I would find a new place to go to every time. It really felt like a holiday. I don’t think any other shooting experience will match up to this.

Dil Dhadakne Do is now in UK cinemas nationwide.

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Bend It Like Beckham Scores Its Way To The West End The multiple awardwinning movie has been brought to London’s West End. Bend It Like Beckham: The Musical will be take place at the Phoenix Theatre in London, and will be taking bookings right through to the 24th October 2015.

Adapted by Gurinder Chadha and Paul Mayeda Berges from the 2002 smash hit film of the same name, Bend it Like Beckham: The Musical follows Jess, a talented young football player torn between following in the footsteps of her hero David Beckham, or living up to family expectations of university, career and marriage.

Featuring an original score with a Punjabi kick, it brings a unique cultural fusion of musical theatre to the stage for the first time. This reimagining of the much-loved hit film sees generations, cultures and communities brought together in this joyous and uplifting story about bending the rules and scoring that deciding goal.

Scored by Howard Goodall (Love Story, The Hired Man) with the collaboration of pioneer of the British Bhangra sound, composer and performer Kuljit Bhamra and lyrics by Charles Hart (Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love, Love Never Dies), the music of Bend It Like Beckham is an East-West fusion of Bhangra and soaring joyous

melodies.

Gurinder Chadha once again takes the helm as director, with choreography and musical staging by Aletta Collins (Anna Nicole).

The diverse and talented cast of the musical includes Natalie Dew as football crazy Jess with Lauren Samuels as Jules, a player with the Harriers, a local women’s football team, and Jamie Campbell Bower as their coach Joe. Sophie-Louise Dann plays Paula, Jules’s Mum, with Jamal Andréas as Jess’ good friend Tony. Preeya Kalidas plays Pinky, Jess’ sister, with Tony Jayawardena and Natasha Jayetileke as Jess’ parents, Mr and Mrs Bhamra.

The British comedy drama movie was released in 2002, directed

by Gurinder Chadha and written

by Gurinder Chadha.

Following the international release of Bend It Like Beckham the film, produced by Deepak Nayar and Gurinder Chadha, went on to win multiple awards worldwide and is the reason behind introducing the movie as a big theatre production.

Gurinder said: “Developing Bend it Like Beckham for the stage, has been the most enjoyable creative process of my career so far. Our ambition is to create a totally new British musical, with a different musical language.

A musical that speaks to us of today and of where we are as a nation.”

Bend It Like Beckham kicks off at the Phoenix Theatre on 24 June 2015, London. Tickets For more information visit www. benditlikebeckhamthemusical.co.uk or call 0843 316 1082 to book your tickets.

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A House of Hidden Mothers - A tale of love, life and surrogacy Meera Syal CBE is an author, actress, comedian and an impressive three decades into her career.

Syal is already one of the most acclaimed actors and writers of stage and screen, and has already achieved great success with scripts, TV shows and novels.

Syal’s latest and much anticipated release arrives nearly 16 years after her last book, Life Isn’t All Ha Ha Hee Hee. The House of Hidden Mothers is Meera Syal’s long-awaited third novel.

The new novel tells the story of two women.

Shyama, aged forty-four and from East London, has fallen for a youthful Englishman. They want a

child together.

Young Mala from a rural village in India is married to a traditional husband and dreams of escape.

When Shyama and Mala meet, they help each other realise their dreams The novel discusses topical issues facing the Asian community. It explores India as the surrogacy capital of the world and asks vital questions about identity, family, and the right to conceive.

With many ‘late-mothers’ returning to India in search of surrogates, there are now roughly 3,000 clinics that provide in vitro fertilisation in India. Every year, the country sees anywhere from 100 to 300 surrogate pregnancies, making it the surrogacy capital of the world.

Taking on such a sensitive topic is not easy, but Syal’s powerful novel is underpinned by female friendship, motherhood and love.

This beautifully descriptive novel has allowed Syal to connect to her

British Asian audience through her compelling storytelling.

Readers will immediately connect with Shyama’s perception of Modern India, as Syal takes the reader on an emotional journey.

Author Meera Syal comments: “Surrogacy is a sensitive topic but one I was keen to tackle because I was fascinated by it. My favourite book – The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, focuses on outsourcing fertility and I’d also once seen a documentary on the popularity of surrogacy in India, which was incredibly moving.

Many people don’t realise that the world’s centre for surrogacy is in fact India, because it’s so cheap and there are no restrictions. For me, the topic is a perfect area to delve into. It’s about women, it’s about the politics of women and fertility, it’s about India and Britain, and I was very inspired to write it.”

Readers will not be disappointed with this engaging and moving novel, which is certainly one of 2015’s must-reads.

Poets Corner Welcome to Poets Corner. Asian Sunday want to re-introduce our readers to the world of poetry. This edition we are sharing popular poem “Where the Mind is Without Fear” by famous Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore (1861 – 1941) As well as a poet Tagore was a philosopher, artist, playwright, composer and novelist. India’s first Nobel laureate, Tagore won the 1913 Nobel Prize for Literature.

He composed the text of both India’s and Bangladesh’s respective national anthems. Tagore travelled widely and was friends with many notable 20th century figures such as William Butler Yeats, H.G. Wells, Ezra Pound, and Albert Einstein.

The poem, “Where the mind is without fear” was written by Rabindranath Tagore during the time when India was under the British Rule and people were eagerly waiting to get their freedom from the British Rule. This poem had given a lot of strength to the people who were struggling for India’s independence. It is a prayer to the Almighty for a hassle free nation free from any kind of manipulative or corrupted powers. In contrast when we look around us today, this poem is apt for the millions across the globe who are still fighting for freedom.

Where The Mind Is Without Fear Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high Where knowledge is free Where the world has not been broken up into fragments

Fancy yourself as a bit of a poet.

By narrow domestic walls

Then why not

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Where the clear stream of reason has not lost its way

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Where the mind is led forward by thee Into ever-widening thought and action Into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake.

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The Jewel in the crown of the

UAE

Burj Al Arab

by Aalia Khan Having been to various destinations all over the world, including; Malaysia, Istanbul, Florida, Portugal, Venice, Egypt and Paris, I always get drawn back to Dubai.

I have become accustomed to the sun, sea, sand, scenic views, relaxing lifestyle and the hospitality which is second to none. Not to mention the beautiful aroma of the UAE fragrances of Oud and Bahour, to mention just two. I am so smitten, that I truly believe it would be extremely difficult for any other destination to replicate all this and come anywhere

near to becoming my no.1 destination.

Recalling back my first ever trip to Dubai, it was not a pleasant one. I had stayed in the old part of Dubai, which is nothing like the modern chic Dubai that I have become accustomed to. That trip did not entice me to return, to the contrary, I wouldn’t have chosen it ever again.

However, my father who also loves Dubai convinced me to return on my second trip, which ended up being one of my best ever holidays. This second trip, which was a treat for my 18th birthday, was my introduction to the Palm Jumeirah where we stayed at the Atlantis hotel on the tip of the palm itself, several km

away from the mainland.

Both the Atlantis and the nearby Jumeriah Beach hotel (JBH) which are separated geographically only by the amazing Burj Ul Arab (the only 7 Star hotel in the world, at its time of construction) are five star hotels with unimaginable luxuries. Our trip was divided between the Atlantis and the JBH, both of which created an unforgettable experience and lasting memory for me. Both the hotels come with their own water parks, which are accessible for the duration of your stay free for all the guests. The Wild Wadi water park is at the JBH and the Aqua Venture adjacent to the Atlantis. They also have

great restaurants giving you amazing dining experiences within the hotels, as well as shops, easy access to their own private beach, gymnasium and spa facilities, not to mention the fantastic pools and many family friendly activities too.

After this second trip to Dubai, (which many folks like me, think is a country, but it’s one of the Emirates that forms the UAE or the United Arab Emirates) it became my natural annual holiday destination and each time I discovered something new.

A few trips later, after raving about it to my friends and relatives, I went with a few of my family members, when

we stayed at the Oasis Beach Tower Hotel on the Jumeriah Beach Residence walk (JBR).

The Oasis Beach, is a tower of serviced apartments, perfect for groups, families and couples alike, as it has restaurants, two pools, an amazing spa and gymnasium, which follows the theme of most of the lavishly finished, both boutique modern and traditional style hotels.

I was surprised I hadn’t come to the JBR walk a lot sooner as it is one of the most vibrant and multicultural influenced areas with restaurants from all over the globe, catering for every taste, also showcasing new multi screen cinema as well as a large public beach too. The atmosphere

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on the walk is electrifying, with tourists’ from all over the world, as well as UAE nationals, enjoying the fantastic restaurants, the beach, ice cream parlours and the beautiful views. The walk is a hive of activity all day and night well into the early hours. So regardless of what time you feel like having a meaty burger or a healthy salad, your taste buds will certainly be catered for, in many cases 24/7.

The JBR walk is constantly changing, every year that I visit I always discover something new, such as; the open air cinema, the running track along the beach for the fitness fanatics, as well as outdoor gym facilities, shopping plazas with many new shops opening up and several beach photo stands, so you never miss out on a selfie, which you can immediately email to yourself, friends or family without using your own device. I’m pretty sure I’ll see many more new treasures on my next trip.

Since the walk became one of my favourites, on my last trip we stayed at the Amwaj Rotana on the walk.

Another fantastic hotel, the Amwaj Rotana is spacious, beautifully decorated, homely, and welcoming from the moment you step in. The staff is amazingly friendly and their attentiveness instantly ensures that the tone is set for a brilliant holiday. This hotel also offers a full range of facilities, and as a contrast to the others despite being on the walk it is set back a little from the beach away from the hustle and bustle.

The Dancing Fountain at the Dubai Mall is a must see attraction when in Dubai; the fountain performs in sync daily to a variety of music from Arabic and English to Bollywood. When watching the fountain you can see the iconic Burj Khalifa in the background providing an amazing photo opportunity and videos and certainly

leaves you in awe.

For those of you who are shisha lovers the Dubai Marina is a must visit, with great restaurants along the stretch where you are sure to find a place to put your feet up and enjoy a good Hubbly Bubbly as it’s called in many parts of the world. There are also many restaurants, cafes, the Marina Mall and great scenic views to delve into at the marina where you can also hop on to a boat or extravagant yacht with crew for a relaxing boat cruise or a lavish bank busting day out if you wish. That’s why Dubai is a place where you can have every dream fulfilled at a cost.

Dubai Dune Bashing

Dubai is a great experience with the many malls across the city; The Dubai Mall, Emirates Mall, Ibn Battuta Mall, Jumeirah Plaza, Deira City Centre, Burjuman Centre and the Al Ghurair Centre, where you’ll find every high street brand and all the

While you’re in Dubai going to the desert is a no brainer, the desert safari packages are a great experience. Enjoy a thrilling ride in the large 4x4’s, dune bashing through the desert with professional drivers and then end your exhilarating experience around a camp setting. Here you can enjoy, buffet food, drinks, shisha, camel rides, quad biking, sand boarding and for those of you who want to dress up like the Locals, you have photo opportunities with the clothes they provide.

You ladies who’ve always wanted to have the beautiful and artistic Henna painted on your hands, arms or legs here’s your chance! There is live entertainment, with belly dancers and performers too.

For those who want do ensure you get the best photo opportunities; don’t forget, the Burj Al Arab, the Burj Khalifa, City Walk, The Creek, the museum, Madinat Jumeriah and the all new Dubai Miracle Garden.

There are so many places to visit and things to experience in Dubai so ensure you allow yourself more than a few days, but believe me when I say this ‘you will not be disappointed’.

Finally, don’t think I have forgotten about the shopaholics. Shopping in

Belly dancing in the dessert

designer shops in the world.

If you want a traditional experience, going to the gold souk is a must as you will surely be impressed with the glimmering displays. However if you are on a budget there are the souks, Meena Bazaar and the Al’Karama market.

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Celebrating Business Success at the Fourth Annual English Asian Business Awards The fourth annual English Asian Business Awards presented by Lloyds Banking Group took place on Monday 8 June 2015, where the winners were revealed at a glamorous ceremony at the Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel.

Young Achiever of the Year

Rising Star Award

The Community Award

The classy black tie event acknowledged and celebrated the accomplishments, determination and hard work of professionals and organisations from the Asian business community across England. Awards comprised Business of the Year, Best Professional of the Year and Small Business of the Year, amongst many others.

The 2015 English Asian Business Awards were hosted

by BBC Radio Leicester Assistant Editor, Kamlesh Purohit. Among the high profile attendees and business personalities were professional boxers Amir and Haroon Khan, British actor George Newton and Coronation Street star Marc Anwar and many more.

Martyn Kendrick, area director for SME Banking in the North West, Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, remarked: “Every year the list of nominations for the English Asian Business Awards continues to show examples of innovation and business acumen that surpass the last, and this year was no exception.

“It’s thanks to small and medium-sized businesses like

The winners of this year’s English Asian Business Awards presented by Lloyds Banking Group are:

Rising Star Award goes to Sheena Amin (Virgin Media).

Family Run Business goes to Dhasian Fashion (London).

The Community Award goes to Karma Nirvana (Leeds).

Lifetime Achievement Awards goes to Asif Rangoonwala.

Retail Business of the Year goes to Talk Direct (Leeds).

Businessman of the Year goes to Mohammed Younis Chaudhry (Regal Food Products Plc, Bradford).

Convenience Retailer of the Year goes to Malcom’s Store in partnership with Nisa (Coventry).

New Business of the Year goes to Body Care Brand Development (Coventry).

Apart from providing a platform for recognition of the enormous talent and success of various individuals and businesses, the English Asian Business Awards presented

by Lloyds Banking group also supported an official charity partner, The Amir Khan Foundation. Over £7,000 were raised for the charity to help

Best Professional in Business

There were sixteen sought after accolades awarded on the evening with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award won by Asif Rangoonwala.

Small Business of the Year goes to Here & Now 365 (London).

Best Professional in Business goes to Shazda Ahmed (Monarch Solicitors).

Online Business of the Year

“This is one of the reasons why Lloyds Banking Group has pledged to grow our lending to SMEs by at least £1 billion every year until the end of 2017, to support UK businesses and help them achieve their growth ambitions.”

Young Achiever of the Year goes to Aleem Iqbal (Platinum Executive Travel).

Online Business of the Year goes to Raishma (London).

Retail Business of the Year

these that the UK economy has managed to stand out among global economies in terms of economic growth.

Convenience Retailer of the Year

New Business of the Year

Businesswoman of the Year goes to Surekha Chouhan (Mint Security).

Entrepreneur of the Year goes to Syed Ahmed (Savortex, London).

Business of the Year goes to Akbar’s (Manchester).

Power Business of the Year went to Shana Food (Middlesex).

it achieve its aim of making a positive difference to the lives of orphans and deprived children across the world by giving them an opportunity for a better future.

Yasmin Mahmood, Operations Director of event organisers, Oceanic Consulting, commented regarding the

Awards: “It was a fantastic evening and a great pleasure to be amongst some truly inspiring individuals.

Congratulations to all the winners are finalist and we thank all the attendees and partners for the continuing support to grow the event year on year.”

Small Business of the Year

Host - Kamlesh Purohit

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Saurav Dutt Sheds Light on Cultural Taboos with the release of his new novel “The Butterfly Room”

by Ninder Kaur Following the success of the BBC’s “India’s Daughter” documentary in March, Saurav Dutt has released a new novel that helps to spread awareness of domestic violence and abuse in Indian and Asian culture.

In the novel “The Butterfly Room”, the British Indian author deals with the complexities of a dysfunctional Indian family in the United Kingdom which highlights two topical-and highly taboo-issues in the Asian community: that of domestic violence against women and LGBT (Lesbian Gay Bisexual & Transgender) rights.

“In light of the explosive ‘India’s Daughter’ documentary, it is more relevant than ever to explore certain trenchant and deeply rooted cultural taboos within Indian and Asian societies,” said Dutt. “The issues of women’s rights, domestic violence, and abuse, as well as homophobia and LGBTI discrimination are not isolated to South Asia or India, and that is why I wanted to explore them in this book.”

To compile the novel, Dutt interviewed survivors and their families who were impacted by abuse and discrimination. Their personal stories are at the heart of the novel, as the author seeks to shed some light on these cultural taboos.

Following the sale of Dutt’s last novel, “Broken Sky,” Dutt donated proceeds to a variety of worthy causes benefitting stroke, homeless, and brain

injury awareness charities.

This time, proceeds from the sale of “The Butterfly Room” will benefit a number of charities that offer assistance to survivors and victims of homophobia, LGBTI discrimination, and domestic violence and abuse. One of the charities includes Refuge, the UK’s largest provider of specialist domestic violence services, as well as Southall

Black Sisters, Women’s Aid, Stonewall UK, and Amnesty International.

“I feel it is important to give back and help raise awareness of these vital, concurrent issues, and to work in hand with charities to do so,” added Dutt.

In addition to his in-depth research working alongside survivors and victims, Dutt credits the Joyful Heart Foundation’s ‘No More’ campaign as a source of inspiration for the novel’s philanthropic endeavour.

As an successful fiction and non-fictional author, Saurav’s previous work has been featured at several international book fairs across London, Germany, the U.S., India, and Beijing, to name a few. Aside from writing novels, he is also an independent film producer with writing and producing credits for the Gothenberg Film Festival’s award-winning film “Live Life Dearest.”

“The Butterfly Room” is scheduled for exhibition at leading international book fairs following the release.

For more details, visit www. sauravdutt.com

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New Seat Ibiza to make UK Debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed The New Ibiza is set to be a star of this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, having been lined up as the centrepiece of SEAT’s stand at the four-day festival (25 to 28 June), fresh from its recent world premiere at the Barcelona motor show.

and efficiency, improved dynamics and innovative technology. One of its most headline-grabbing features being its seamless connectivity when on the move, in part thanks to the Spanish brand’s recent tie-up with SAMSUNG.

The Goodwood crowds will have the first opportunity to get up close and personal with the sporty marque’s iconic supermini – which has amassed more than five million sales over the last 30 years. Set for showroom launch in September, the new model has been comprehensively updated to make it even more desirable, boasting enhanced performance

Sharing the limelight with the New Ibiza will be several of the latest additions to SEAT’s UK line-up, including the scorching Leon ST CUPRA 280, the car that’s adding unprecedented pulse-racing performance to the compact estate car market, and the Leon X-PERIENCE, which brings genuine all-road capability to the range for the first time.

GSX-S1000 Arrives in Suzuki Dealerships The hotly-anticipated GSX-S1000 is now available in Suzuki dealerships with an RRP of £8,999, following its launch to the world’s motorcycling press in Spain earlier this year.

Boasting an all-new lightweight frame, three-mode traction control system and a GSX-R1000 K5-based engine, famed for its torque and mid-range grunt, the new GSX-S1000 is available in the stunning MotoGP Suzuki blue, as well as a dark red and black variant and matt grey

edition too.

The new super-naked also comes with new six-spoke wheels and an easy to read, full LCD dash, while the K5based engine is mated to a new exhaust system for an exciting riding experience.

Suzuki GB Marketing Manager Rob Cooper said, “The bike was launched to widespread praise earlier this year and has since done the rounds at our UK dealer network as part of

our test ride roadshow, giving people the chance to take an advanced test ride. We’re delighted to now be able to announce the bike’s arrival in the UK, and urge those who didn’t manage to take a test ride during the roadshow to visit to their nearest dealer.”

The GSX-S1000 is available now and has an RRP of £8,999.

For more information or to find your nearest dealership, visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk

Success Saluted with Latest Peugeot Sport Models at the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed At the Goodwood Moving Motor Show (Thursday, 25th June) Peugeot will assemble its latest product developments and visitors can experience the new 208 ‘GTi by Peugeot Sport’, the 308 ‘GT Line’ powered by the accomplished 3-cylinder PureTech petrol engine and the new performance-focused

308 GT. A display of the latest Peugeot Sport models is also planned and the awesome 500hp 308 R HYbrid makes its European debut as a glimpse into the future. If that isn’t enough there will be another 308 world premiere.* On the main stand, located centrally among manufacturer showrooms,

Peugeot has on display a highlight of models from its illustrious past, present and future. Featuring is the all-conquering 205 T16 that celebrates winning the World Rally Championship 30-years ago. Modern-day competition vehicles displayed include the 2008 DKR Dakar-endurance with the 208 WRX (FIA World

RallyX) car.

The 2015 range of Peugeot cars is on display and includes performanceinspired products like the 308 GT, new 208 ‘GTi by Peugeot Sport’. Also of interest on the main stand for gamers is the chance to compete on the just launched Grand Turismo 6 Peugeot Vision GT.

For the Goodwood Festival of Speed (Friday to Sunday, 26th – 28th June) three significant cars are running up the famous hill climb. One is currently secret*. Another is the 205 T16 celebrating its WRC success 30 years ago.

The third is the 404 Diesel which 50 years ago this month set 40 world endurance

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records at the Montlhéry circuit near Paris and in the process set about establishing Peugeot as the defined producer of durable and efficient compact diesel engine cars.

* The world premiere reveal of a new performance 308 model will be announced in mid-June, making its world premiere at the Goodwood Moving Motor Show & Festival of Speed

Renault Reveals Pricing and Spec for Kadjar Crossover Renault’s new C-segment crossover, the All-New Kadjar, will be priced from just £17,995 when it reaches UK showrooms in September this year. Kadjar, which was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2015, will complement Renault’s hugely successful B-segment

crossover, Captur.

Kadjar is being offered in an 18-version line-up based on four trim lines familiar to owners of other Renault vehicles – Expression+, Dynamique Nav, Dynamique S Nav and Signature Nav. All provide a comprehensive standard specification, rising

to the truly luxurious at the top-of-the-range. Renault’s fabled active and passive safety has been democratically applied across the range, while connectivity via the easy-touse R-Link 2 system is fitted to all models above Expression+.

Standard safety features include ABS with Electronic

Brake-force Distribution, electronic stability control with traction and understeer control, cruise control, speed limiter, Hill Start Assist, six airbags, seat belts with load limiters and pretensioners at the front, side impact protection bars and ISOFIX child-seat mounting points on

the two outer rear seats.

All versions have gravel, dust and rain protection kits, while for comfort and convenience there is an accessory power point, a 12-volt front socket, a trip computer, two-way adjustable steering column and an exterior temperature indicator.

The New Honda Civic Type R - A race car for the road After a five year wait, 2015 sees the arrival of the world’s most keenly anticipated hot hatch, the Honda Civic Type R. Billed as a ‘race car for the road’, the all-new Honda Civic Type R is powered by the most extreme and high-performing Type R engine ever built, and will set new standards in the high-performance front-wheel drive hatchback segment.

Taking their direction from the Japanese word ‘Buttigiri’, meaning ‘to break on through and leave the rest behind’, Honda’s engineers sought to develop a Type R that would more than live up to this high expectation of the red badge. The new Civic Type R has been engineered to deliver a dynamic, class-leading performance whether on fast roads, winding roads or the circuit.

At the same time it delivers the ease of use and practical packaging expected of a Civic.

A world-first application of Honda’s new VTEC TURBO engine, a sensuous sporting sound, aggressive function-

led styling, and pioneering new chassis technologies combine to deliver one of the most immersive and rewarding driving experiences available in any sector. Civic Type R is equally at home delivering this experience on the road as it is on the track, at the push of a button.

The new 2015 Civic Type R signals the start of a new performance era for Honda, drawing on the brand’s racing DNA to deliver the peak of the Civic line-up.

Part of the wave of next-generation and all-new vehicles from Honda in 2015, the new Civic Type R demonstrates the brand’s pioneering approach to technological innovation which makes life better for its customers. Available only as a five-door, with two trim grades, it is set to catapult Honda back to the top of the two-wheel drive performance hatchback league when it goes on sale across Europe from July 2015.

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by Ayyaz Malik Columbian striker Carlos Bacca scored twice to help Sevilla overcome the spirited challenge of Dnipro- and win the UEFA Europa League for a record breaking fourth time in ten years.

The Spanish side who won this tournament when it was called the UEFA cup in 2007 and 2008, were looking to become the first side to win the newly named Europa League in consecutive seasons. In their way were Ukrainian side Dnipro.

The Ukrainian side may not be known by many - but

performances from players like their goalkeeper Boyko and Konoplyanka (who has been linked with Liverpool amongst others) many football observers will do so now.

Due to the performance of Boyko Dnipro came into this final with the best defence and Sevilla who boast of Columbian Carlos Bacca in their ranks, the best attack.

Due to Sevilla having the more experience it seemed that the Spanish side were favourites - but the match didn’t quite pan out like that.

In a match (in my humble) that was one of the best finals

for a while, both sides gave it everything bar the old kitchen sink! This match was dubbed attack against defence - but to both sides credit they both attacked.

In fact it was Dnipro who scored first inside ten minutes after a lovely worked move down the Sevilla left hand side, which allowed Alex Kalinic to easily head home to send the Ukrainian’s fans into raptures. After that point the Ukrainian side were guilty of defending and dropping further deep - and paid the price as Krychowiak equalised after drilling home from a corner.

Boom Bacca Lacca Buoyed by that goal Sevilla as defending champions looked like they were starting to take control - and the Spanish side went ahead for the first time on the night through Carlos Bacca. Bacca who had threatened to score before this goal latched on to a brilliant through ball - and expertly rounded Boyko in the Dnipro goal to slot into an empty net.

It was always going to be hard to keep the final up to such a standard, in fact four goals haven’t been scored in the first half of a final ever since Liverpool beat Spanish side Alaves back in the early noughties. Thankfully for Sevilla they had that little bit more in terms of fire power - and it was that man again Bacca who provided that moment of magic.

Many might have thought that would lead to Dnipro’s capitulation - but impressively the Ukrainian side equalised with a free kick from Ruslan Rotan, which Rico Gonzales couldn’t keep out.

The Columbian clinically slotted home when put through, which proved to be the winner. Dnipro played their part in this final, pardon the cliche - but in sport there can only be one winner

King Khan Is King Of The Ring Amir Khan boosted hopes of a match with Floyd Mayweather with a commanding points victory over American Chris Algieri. Algieri who last time out was stopped by Philipinno legend Manny Pacqiuao, was always going to be a tough opponent for 28 year old Khan, who was very keen to tell us before this fight.

Algieri who in front of his home crowd in New York did try to build some momentum in the fight - but Khan made sure he was in charge of this one. The judges scored this fight unanimously in the Bolton fighter’s favour with scores of 117-111,117-111 and 115-113. The win for the 28 year old Khan is now his fifth in a row after being stopped by Danny Garcia.

After the fight Amir Khan again called out boxing great Floyd Mayweather for a fight. Mayweather who has been

undefeated throughout his career, has said that he wants to fight once more before retiring. The 38 year old from America has said that he wants to fight once more in September and Khan hopes that last fight will be with him.

Any potential fight has been thrown into doubt due to the fact that Amir Khan who is a Muslim will be fasting then. Khan himself however has said that he will find a way to make it happen. Should a fight between Amir Khan and Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather happen then it would no doubt be the biggest of Khan’s career.

Should Mayweather win his next fight, which many boxing observers hope to be against Khan, then the American would equal Rocky Marciano’s record 49 fights unbeaten in his career.

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end of the match as they feel the match is over, not many do that if any at all do that when it comes to the IPL. Whereas certain football matches are over before the final whistle let’s say, in the IPL though that so often isn’t the case. Last ball wins by hitting the winning runs or by getting the last wicket needed, the IPL is drama filled and action packed.

They say great drama comes from the BBC? Sorry not when the IPL is on at least.

Just like in any other sporting tournament the aim is to get to the final. The IPL is no different. The method of getting there is simple, the first four teams qualify for the semi-final after the round of group matches.

by Ayyaz Malik Mumbai Indians became the Indian Premier League (IPL) champions for a second time after beating Chennai Super Kings by 46 runs in the final on Sunday 24 May. The IPL which is contested by eight teams annually over a six week period, sees teams from all over India compete against each other in the aim to be the best side in India.

This year’s event saw Kolkata Knight Riders start this tournament as the defending champions. The Knight Riders who have coaches Wasim Akram and new England coach Trevor Bayliss, were seen by many as a team who could go on and successfully defend their title.

Sadly though that wasn’t the case as Kolkata who have world class spinner Sunil Narine in their ranks as well as his very talented compatriot Andre Russell, were knocked out in the first round.

The tournament just like with any other T20 tournament has mainly captured the imagination of many fans due to the fact that any team can beat any team on the day.

Add to that the Bollywood glamour of Indian actor of Shah Rukh Khan owning KKR as they’re also known, as well as Indian actresses Juhi Chawla and Priety Zinta owning teams or as they’re known franchises.

to help Australia to world cup glory impressed in this IPL as well.

Big run scores and roaring crowds maybe the attraction for some - but for me the low scoring games were just as exciting. I don’t want to do too much of a disservice to the IPL - but the ‘FA cup feel’ to the event is to make what makes it so special.

For cricket fans like myself though however the ‘glamour’ of the event is knowing that Chris Gayle and Brendan McCullum would have been in attendance for Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai respectively.

Thankfully neither disappointed as both players who opened the batting for their sides, helped their teams get off to the best possible start in matches.

I mean the fact that some Indian stars are unknown at the start of the tournament - but by the end of the tournament become superstars - and even look set to become world superstars. With the IPL there is a real chance of financial rewards of success in the tournament - but the FA cup doesn’t necessarily have that, so maybe comparisons between the FA cup and IPL aren’t fair.

Both of those players who are famed for being ‘big hitting’ batsmen ,will no doubt attract crowds - but Gayle’s team mate Mitchell Starc who bowled brilliantly

What can be said though however there aren’t many events that capture the imagination quite like the IPL does. In football often you get people leaving before the

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After that semi- finals are played between first and second - and the other semifinal is third against fourth.

There is a twist though however because usually the winner of one and two faces the winner of three and four, this though is slightly different.

Just to make things nice and interesting the IPL semifinals format works like this.

Whoever loses between first and second in the group plays the team who won out of the third and fourth place teams. To put it simply the team that loses in the match first against second has two chances to qualify for the final.

The race for those four places couldn’t have been any tighter and more exciting in this year’s IPL. Six teams were vying to getting into the semi-final play offs.

Defending champions KKR, Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

You don’t have to be a sports fanatic to know that six teams can’t qualify for four

qualifying spaces, so sadly two teams had two miss out. After weeks of changing league positions which saw KKR at one stage second and top of the table, KKR sadly were knocked out after losing to Rajasthan in a match that if either lost would have all but confirmed elimination. Elimination was confirmed for the defending champions after results didn’t go their way.

The other casualty were the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

The Sunrisers who included David Warner who was the tournaments leading run scorer, fell short in a crunch game against Mumbai Indians. The Sunrisers were at one stage third in the table and seemed certain to qualify for the finals - but sadly Tom Moody’s side lost when they needed to win most.

Those two eliminations meant the final four were confirmed. Chennai, Mumbai, RCB and Rajasthan. Despite the six weeks of shocks and upsets, the final four were all strong sides. Mumbai had won the tournament in 2013, Chennai have been two time winners previously; RCB and Rajasthan have real match winners in their sides such as Chris Gayle and Shane Watson. I must add Rajasthan did win the first edition of IPL - but haven’t been in the semi-final mix up since.

Mumbai were the first team into the final after they beat Chennai by 25 runs.

Kieron Pollard and Lendl Simmonds played pivotal roles in helping the Indians get to 187 in their 20 overs.

In reply Chennai always looked short and lost by 25 runs, which meant they awaited the winner of RCB and Rajasthan.

With the chance of facing Chennai, both Rajasthan and RCB had a lot to play for - but it was RCB with

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the power and craft of AB Devilliers who came out on top in this one. RCB managed to post 180 in their 20 overs. In reply Rajasthan Royals were well short and were eventually all out for 109.

That win meant for RCB meant Royal Challengers had the not so simple task of facing MS Dhoni’s Chennai side. So fluent in the eliminator, RCB struggled in the second qualifier and could only post 139. The run chase should have been easy - but Chennai did make it hard for themselves by edging this one by three wickets and one ball to spare.

That win for Chennai meant it was a rematch of the 2013 final and a rematch of the game in the first qualifier.

MS Dhoni won the toss and elected to bowl on what seemed very batting friendly conditions.

The decision which seemed strange did come back to haunt CSK as Mumbai despite losing a wicket in the first over managed to post 202-5. Key to this impressive total was Rohit Sharma who really did take the fight to the opposition.

Valuable contributions from Lendl Simmonds who top scored with 68 and an 18 ball 36 from Simmonds’ compatriot Kieron Pollard were also key to such a daunting total.

Knowing they needed to come out aggressive, CSK’s run chase never really gained momentum - and despite 57 from Dwayne Smith which was laboured in comparison to the Mumbai Indian batsmen, Chennai fell short again by 41 runs.

For the Mumbai Indians this IPL title win sees them champions for the second time level with KKR and CSK. As for CSK this defeat sees them lose in their third final.

Elimination Chamber Was One To Eliminate From The Memory

by Ayyaz Malik Have you had that feeling?

What feeling you might ask, the feeling of waiting for something only for it to be a big anti-climax? Well WWE’s elimination chamber was just that. Too predictable and the feeling of knowing what’s going to happen this wrestling fan isn’t impressed.

Your probably thinking well isn’t that WWE in a nut shell?

Err no it isn’t really… it isn’t.

The matches were just too predictable. WWE has been really trying to champion the notion of giving WWE Diva’s a chance, that’s great - but it’s the same one (Paige) and it’s getting predictable.

Paige Vs Nicki Bella in their gazillionth match is going to get boring, it was a good idea to start with - but it’s seriously getting to that stage where I am like please enough is enough. The match at Elimination chamber did include Naomi, which was a good thing - but I think it’s time to give another Diva a chance - and again I feel it was a bit too anti climatic seeing Nicki Bella win at Elimination chamber.

AJ Lee a three time Divas champion retiring isn’t ideal and has effected the competition - but please surely give someone else a chance in the locker room. I don’t know maybe try pushing someone like Sasha Banks from NXT into the main roster for the odd appearance. WWE is saying that they want to give WWE Divas chance so why not?

Let’s get one thing clear Niki Bella is a great wrestler - but she needs more competition to keep her reign successful in accordance to the ongoing story line, well that’s what I think.

Other matches included the Inter Continental title match, the tag team title match, John Cena and Kevin Owens, Neville and Bo Dallas; not to forget to mention the WWE world heavyweight title match between Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose.

to excite with the talent that was on show and it didn’t do too badly. Ryback won this one and is the new Intercontinental Champion, the ‘Big Guy’ eventually got ‘fed’ then. I just wish that the script writers do utilise some of the talent that are fighting it out in the Intercontinental division of WWE. Here are examples of some potential matches that could really capture the imagination.

Talking of capture the imagination, sadly another example on the night of WWE script writers falling to do so. Seth Rollins who won the WWE title at Wrestle mania has been in so many title matches with Dean Ambrose, again good idea to start with but in danger of ruining a good thing, especially since the two have previously had a feud.

repetitive in the sense of the Ambrose and Rollins keep wrestling each other, the match itself was a classic and a little controversial. Dean Ambrose had pinned the champion, or so he thought, J&J security’s interference during the fight eventually lead to a disqualification win for Dean Ambrose after some deliberation from the referee.

The disqualification win for Ambrose still means Seth Rollins is the WWE champion.

The ‘Lunatic Fringe’ though however wasn’t having any of it and left the arena with the WWE title.

I just want to bring the conversation back to the need for NXT talent being in the WWE and to be fair to HHH and Stephanie McMahon they have involved a NXT superstar in the roster.

Seamus, Doplh Ziggler, Ryback, Mark Henry, R Truth and ‘King Barrett’ were the athletes involved in the Intercontinental title match, the title that was vacated by Daniel Bryan.

Maybe the angle of Ambrose having the rivalry with Rollins is fine - but please it’s difficult to get excited about a match if the same match has happened so many times before! Just like I said before maybe try to bring some wrestlers in from NXT to just spice things up a little.

Kevin Owens an NXT champion has been in recent weeks has been getting involved with 15 time champion John Cena and on Raw in the midst of an ‘open US championship title’ , Owens ‘power bombed’ the leader of ‘the Cenation’ which made this match that more exciting.

This match had the potential

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forget it was Neville who took Bo Dallas’ NXT title back in the day.

A mention does need to go to the tag team match where the competition is looking very good to be fair. The prime time players, Los Materdores, New Day tag team champions,

The past week has finally caught up with him. Sep Blatter the man who runs the world football governing body FIFA, announced he will step down after being in the FIFA hot seat for sixteen years. Throughout the sixteen years of Blatter’s reign corruption has been prevalent - and despite Sep Blatter saying he was

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Tyson Kidd and Cesaro, Ascension ; The Lucha Dragons all were in action in a huge tag team match - but miraculously the New Day came out on top here.

So all in all the Elimination chamber event in my opinion was a let down. Harsh you

the man to fix corruption, Blatter has walked after only just winning a fifth term in office.

The 79 year old Swiss’ departure has been welcomed by the English FA chairman Greg Dyke and former England captain Gary Lineker.

Another election to replace Blatter however won’t be until some in

might think - but I really want to see some good rivalries at the top of the men’s and ladies division. WWE is getting a bit repetitive at the moment with some of the matches at the very top - but with Money InThe Bank just a week away, hopefully things change.

December to March it’s believed, so for those who hate Mr Blatter will have to wait a bit longer for his actual departure.

Michel Platini the head of UEFA is one of the candidates in the running to replace Blatter, former Tottenham player David Ginola has also thrown his hat into the ring.

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goal in the dying minutes though however. As Juventus pressed in the search for an equaliser to push the tie to extra time, Neymar was able to capitalise and emphatically beat Buffon to add gloss to the scoreline and seal the win for Barcelona.

The deadly attacking trio of Neymar, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez helped Barcelona clinch a fifth European crown after a 3-1 win over Juventus. The Catalans who were earlier this season in an apparent crisis have secured a treble in Barca boss Luis Enrique’s first season in charge.

In a match that was billed as attack against defence it was actually Barca who went in front through a defensive error which allowed Ivan Rakitic to score and give Barcelona an early lead.

After overcoming the shock of conceding so early Juve regrouped and did produce some good chances.

Former Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata, who helped knock his old club out in the semi-finals really should have scored after some nice play with Carlos Tevez. Although Barca appeared to have the better attacking threat, Juventus carried a threat of their own.

The Italians would have been grateful to veteran Gianluigi Buffon who made some good saves as Barcelona looked to

So despite the odds it’s Barcelona who are champions of Europe again.

Not many would have predicted this win after the apparent crisis in January - but a brilliant winning sequence after January allowed Barcelona to win the treble six years after their first.

press for a second. Suarez’s shot agonisingly went wide of a grateful Buffon’s post.

With Juventus never being out of the game at 1-0 the Italian side would have been fancying themselves to get back into the final, and they duly did. Former Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata who vowed to win the Champions League to deny his former club’s arch rivals, equalised after an error from Barcelona keeper Marc- Andre Ter

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Ter Stegen could only parry Tevez’s initial effort which allowed the 22 year old Spaniard to square things up in the final. That goal spurred Juventus on - and the ‘Old Lady’ felt hard done by when they had a big penalty appeal turned down.

Juve were aggrieved to see no penalty given when French midfielder Paul Pogba was wrestled to the ground in the penalty box by Brazilian

defender Dani Alves. To add salt in the wounds Barcelona broke and went up field to score through Luis Suarez after Lionel Messi’s initial shot was saved by Gigi Buffon.

The sense of injustice the Italians were feeling at that point was there for all to see. Neymar thought he had sealed it for Barcelona with a third goal - but the goal was ruled out for handball in the build up.

The Brazilian would get his

Although he didn’t score in the final, Lionel Messi has been key to Barcelona’s success this year with his goals and his understanding with Luis Suarez and Neymar.

The attacking trio or the ‘trident’ as they’re also known have scored 122 goals between them this year.

Barcelona’s next challenge would be to defend their Champions League crown next season, no team in the Champions League era has done that before - not even Europe’s most successful team Real Madrid.

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by Ayyaz Malik Ever since he stepped foot on to a clay court 10 years before, Rafael Nadal has almost reached a level of tennis immortality at Roland Garros.

One defeat in 10 years and nine grand slams in Paris kind of explains why I say that.

Daunting you might think for the rest of the players who were gearing up for the French open. In life though anything is possible, after all as they say it depends on the day. The Spaniard Nadal in this particular French open is seen as underdog by many due to the injuries the 28 year old has suffered this year.

To put things into perspective the former world number one has slipped to number seven in the world rankings - but as I have said on so many occasions form is temporary and class is permanent. In this temporary blip of form for Nadal there are a few players who will be no doubt looking to take advantage.

Of course there will be the usual suspects Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and Rodger Federer - but Stan Wawrinka is no mug with the racquet lets just say. All those players knowing the season Nadal has had ( one title win since winning French open last June) would have no doubt have been optimistic coming into the French open.

Federer at the ripe old age of 33 is actually the only man to win the French open in the Nadal era. The other players

such as Djokovic and Murray have come close - but sadly have fallen short. The Serbian Djokovic lost to his Spanish rival in last years final and was hoping to get one over his old foe here at this years French open.

In fact if both players ( Nadal and Djokovic) successfully come through their respective matches they would be on course to meet in the quarter finals. Just for good measure a resurgent Andy Murray would be possibly waiting in the semi-finals.

The fact that the same four players meet in the semifinals more times than not is potentially damaging for the sport. Then again people will argue it’s not the players’ fault they are as good as they are.

There are some players who are capable of breaking the monopoly of that top four however in this tournament . Players such as Stan Wawrinka and home favourite Jo Wilfred Tsonga come to mind. If you ever want to know of the concept of Jekyll and Hyde is real then look no further than Tsonga.

French Open Has Had Plenty Of VaVa Voom included) that was a surprise result but Nadal’s tough season and struggle to recover from injury eventually took it’s toll. On the other hand I was right about Andy Murray.

Murray who himself has only just got back to his best after injury has been very solid in this tournament.

Wins over youngster Nick Kyrgios and the experienced David Ferrer deserve credit.

Those wins now saw Murray in to the semi-finals against Novak Djokovic.

The match would serve up a classic. Djokovic is the world number one and has been playing some of the best tennis of his life. A win over Frenchman Richard Gascquet on the way to now facing Murray, suggested that the 28 year old Djokovic might have what it takes to add Roland Garros to his collection of grand slams.

Not to do a disservice to the two competitors in the other half of the draw (Stan Wawrinka and Jo Wilfred Tsonga). Yes I did predict the Frenchman Tsonga would do well in this tournament - but I never would have thought he would have got to the semis.

To be fair to Tsonga a win over Thomas Berdych on the way to the semi finals is an impressive feat.

Rafael Nadal who is undoubtedly the ‘king of clay’ sadly got knocked out in his match against Novak Djokovic in the quarter finals .

Wawrinka on the other hand has been solid and although indeed I am surprised the 30 year old has got this far, at the same time maybe I shouldn’t be. The Swiss player who has been long in the shadow of his legendary compatriot Rodger Federer did indeed beat him in straight sets in the quarter finals to progress to the last four.

Some may argue (me

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In the tennis sense he is just that. Brilliant one match and very disappointing the next one thing for sure is that the Frenchman will be dangerous in front of his home crowd.

was not just the ‘usual four’.

If fairytales were to come true, surely one would want Jo Wilfred Tsonga to win the French open just like Andy Murray won Wimbledon in 2013.

Sadly though that’s not how events unfolded however. In a tournament that has been very unpredictable, the two semifinal matches unfolded how I thought they would. Home favourite Jo Wilfred Tsonga was beaten by Stan Wawrinka in four sets and Andy Murray lost to Novak Djokovic.

The match between Murray and Djokovic wasn’t as straightforward though.

These two players who have competed in grand slam finals in recent years, renewed their rivalry in the semi’s - but their was a different and a rather an unusual twist with this one.

Rain interrupted proceedings which forced play to be suspended and the conclusion of the match had to be concluded a day later than normal. That advantage favoured Murray initially as the Scot was 2-1 down in sets. Andy Murray was able to regroup and forced the semi-final into a deciding set. Murray must have been thinking at this point that the momentum was on his side but Djokovic had other ideas.

Just like other matches these two great athletes have been involved in, Djokovic of late has managed to find a way to win - and the same proved here as the Serb won the deciding set 6-1.

That deciding set win over Scotland’s Andy Murray meant that it would be Novak Djokovic and Stanislav Wawrinka in the French Open Final. Djokovic came into this final as the overwhelming favourite. Serbian Novak Djokovic has been in a French Open Final before, it was only

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last year that he was defeated in four sets by Rafa Nadal.

Stan Wawrinka however is no pushover - and let’s not forget he did beat Rodger Federer on the way to the final at Roland Garros. Wawrinka lets not forget is a previous grand slam winner, the 31 year old beat Rafa Nadal at the 2014 Australian open.

Novak Djokovic came into this match looking be one of only eight men to have won the (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and US Open). After the first set which Djokovic won 6-4, it seemed at that point there was only going to be one winner in this final (Novak Djokovic) - but things started change very quickly.

That first set loss seem to galvanise Wawrinka. In fact the 30 year old produced a near flawless performance from there on in. Renowned for his backhand, Stan Wawrinka produced some jaw dropping shots that Novak Djokovic had no answer to.

In a position of supremacy (being a set up) the Serbian found himself 2-1 down in sets. The 28 year old did threaten a fight back just like he has done so many times over recent years - but Wawrinka wasn’t to be denied as the 30 year old Wawrinka fought back from 3-0 down in the fourth to win the set 6-4, and the match.

That win for Wawrinka sees him become the champion at Roland Garros for the first time. Novak Djokovic on the other hand will have to wait another year at least to realise his dream of being French Open champion.

With Wimbledon just a few weeks away there is no doubt both players will be turning attentions to SW19.

Wimbledon starts on 29th June and will be ending on 12th July.