Shuvo Gowala
A Silent Revolution: The Rise of British Bangladeshi Women in the UK
August 17, 2025
A new report from the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) and the Greater London Authority (GLA) shines a light on the challenges faced by Bangladeshi and Pakistani women in London's workforce. Despite a remarkable surge in educational attainment, these women are disproportionately locked out of "good work"—well-paid, secure jobs with opportunities for growth. The report points to a blend of systemic racism, inflexible workplaces, and cultural stereotyping as key barriers.
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British-Bangladeshi Talent Shines: Yusuf Ahmed Signs Pro with Birmingham City
July 18, 2025
The British-Bangladeshi community is celebrating a significant milestone as Yusuf Ahmed, a promising young footballer, has officially signed a professional contract with Birmingham City Football Club.
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Passport-Free UK Travel: Bangladesh Next for Digital Visas?
July 15, 2025
Bangladeshi students and skilled workers looking towards the United Kingdom could soon experience a significant shift in their visa application process. The UK is rapidly expanding its e-Visa system, a move that strongly suggests Bangladesh will be among the next nations to embrace this modern, paperless approach to immigration.
Screen Time Showdown: UK Mulls Two-Hour Daily Social Media Limit for Teens
June 08, 2025
The UK Government is actively considering imposing a two-hour daily limit on social media app usage for teenagers, a bold move aimed at curbing "addictive" online behaviour among young people.
Burqa Ban Backlash: British Muslims Face Renewed Anxiety as Debate Reignites
June 04, 2025
A familiar and unsettling debate has once again cast a shadow of anxiety over British Muslim communities, as calls for a ban on the burqa resurface within the political landscape
Bangladesh's Untapped Goldmine: How Halal Tourism Can Ignite Economic Boom and Create Thousands of Jobs
May 31, 2025
With the global halal tourism market projected to reach a staggering US$225 billion by 2028, Bangladesh stands at the cusp of a transformative economic opportunity.
Discussion Meeting and Reception by Moulvibazar Community Paramedic Association
May 16, 2025
A discussion meeting and reception program was organized on Thursday afternoon by the Moulvibazar Community Paramedic Association at a restaurant on Sreemangal Road.
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Border System Flaw: UK Can't Track Visa Exits
May 09, 2025
A critical flaw in the UK's border system is allowing migrants to potentially overstay their visas undetected, a senior Labour MP has warned. Clive Betts, a former minister, highlighted the Home Office's failure to consistently record when individuals leave the country after their visas expire.
Misinformation Storm Sweeps Indian & Pakistani Social Media Amid Lack of Official Updates
May 09, 2025
As tensions escalate between India and Pakistan, a wave of misinformation is flooding social media, with misleading videos, outdated images, and false advisories sowing confusion among millions.
China Arrests Dissident's Relatives After London Embassy Protest
May 04, 2025
The long arm of Beijing appears to have reached London's Tower Hamlets after Chinese authorities arrested the elderly aunt and uncle of Carmen Lau, a former Hong Kong politician who protested against the construction of China's new "mega-embassy" in the East London borough.
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