By Shafiqul HAQUE:   The events following the July Revolution of 2024 marked an extraordinary moment in Bangladesh’s political history. What began as a civic uprising—driven by student mobilization and widespread public disillusionment—evolved into a structural reset of the state’s moral and administrative compass. At the center of this unprecedented transition stands Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, appointed as Chief ...

Bangla Mirror Desk:   More than 100,000 demonstrators marched to Downing Street on 9 August, calling on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to end arms supplies to Israel and take action regarding the situation in Gaza. The demonstration, organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, was the 21st national march in 22 months. Protesters voiced concerns about Israel’s announced plans regarding Gaza ...

  Bangla  Mirror Desk:   8 August 2025: NRB Hospital, a non-profit initiative of expatriate Bangladeshis, has announced their much-awaited Phase Two  fundraising Event and dinner, to be held on Sunday, 28 September 2025, at 7 pm, at The City Pavilion Venue in Romford. This historic evening with the help of expatriate Bangladeshis will be the beginning of a new ...

Ansar Ahmed Ullah: Long-serving Labour councillor Sirajul Islam has officially launched his campaign to become the next Mayor of Tower Hamlets, promising “the change Tower Hamlets deserves” and pledging to restore trust and deliver effective leadership across the borough. Sirajul Islam, a lifelong resident of Tower Hamlets and current leader of the local Labour Group, brings over two decades of ...

  By Shafiqul Haque:   August 5, 2025: One year after the seismic events of the July Revolution, Bangladesh stands at a political crossroads. In the ashes of violence and the ouster of a long-entrenched regime, the July Charter has emerged not only as a roadmap for reform—but as a litmus test for whether this nation can rebuild its democracy ...

Bangla Mirror Desk:   The London Bangla Press Club team has won both matches of the London Bangla Press Club Friendly Cricket Tournament with the British Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce. BBCCI won the first innings 148/4, LBPC won the second innings 149/2, LBPC won by 8 wickets in 14 overs. Ekhlasur Rahman Pakku scored 70 runs not out in a ...

  Bangla Mirror Desk:   Now a days US politics is no longer limited to white, black or Latino candidates. The participation of South Asians, especially those of Bangladeshi descent, is increasing noticeably day by day. In this context, a new name has emerged – Mary Jobaida. This woman of Bangladeshi descent is now a notable candidate in the New ...

    Bangla Mirror Desk: July 31 Tower Hamlets Strategic Development Committee met on Thursday evening to determine the three  planning and one listed building consent application for proposals to develop across sites within the Truman Brewery complex. Before the meeting, the Save Brick Lane campaign organised a colourful demo in front of Whitechapel Town Hall. In June, Truman Brewery ...

    The Rt. Hon. Sir Stephen Timms MP, Minister of State for the Department of Work and Pensions, visited St Paul’s Cathedral on 23rd July 2025 during South Asian Heritage Month to experience the East India Company Trail and engage with community contributors. His visit highlighted efforts to deepen public understanding of Britain’s imperial legacy and its relevance to South ...

  Muhammed Shahed Rahman :   Educationist and Rotarian Principal Sabbir Ahmed, who is visiting the UK, was warmly received by friends and relatives, educationists, social workers, businessmen, cultural workers, writers, students, and teachers at a reception in London. In response to the reception, Principal Sabbir Ahmed said, ‘Everyone present at this meeting in London today is my soulmate. There ...