To commemorate the centenary of the European tour of the world-renowned poet Rabindranath Tagore, a special cultural programme was presented at the Pinter Studio of Queen Mary University of London on 31 October. The event was jointly organised by Gitabina, the Swadhinata Trust and Queen Mary University of London. The programme opened with a welcome address by Mr Batirul ...

Ansar Ahmed Ullah:   Independent children’s publisher Bok Bok Books has published Stories from Bengal: An Exploration of Myths, Legends and Folk Tales, a beautifully illustrated collection celebrating the rich traditions of Bengali storytelling. Retold by storyteller, educator and publisher Rumana Yasmin and illustrated by Bengali artist Farah Khandaker, the book brings together a selection of Bengali myths, legends and folk ...

  Justice for July UK held a protest meeting in the United Kingdom to express concerns over the deteriorating law and order situation in Bangladesh, alleged human rights violations, restrictions on freedom of expression, harassment of expatriate Bangladeshis at airports, and to demand the release of those arrested, including Major Akhtaruzzaman. The protest meeting was held on Monday, 26 October, ...

    London,  — Professor Abul Hashem, Vice-President and former General Secretary of the UK Awami League, has passed away at the age of 88 while receiving treatment at King’s College Hospital in London. Inspired by the ideals of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Professor Abul Hashem devoted much of his life to organising the Bangladeshi expatriate community in the United ...

Ansar Ahmed Ullah: London, 23 October 2026:  Hindu Aid UK has been formally honoured by the Embassy of Nepal in London in recognition of its humanitarian support for the recent flood victims in Nepal. A Letter of Appreciation was presented to the organisation at a special ceremony held at the Embassy of Nepal. On behalf of the Ambassador, Mr Bipin ...

Bangla Mirror Desk: Under new government guidance aimed at ensuring that families across the UK can survive severe emergencies caused by extreme weather, cyberattacks or other serious threats, every UK resident is being urged to stockpile nine litres of bottled water and three days’ worth of food. The “Be Ready” campaign aims to encourage people to keep essential supplies sufficient ...

The Greater Deulgram Welfare Trust UK held its first Executive Committee meeting on Monday evening at Coriander Restaurant in North London. The meeting was chaired by the Trust’s President, Md Ohid Uddin, and facilitated by General Secretary Mohammed Abdul Alim and Joint Secretary Dulal Alom. The proceedings began with a recitation from the Holy Quran by Moulana Anwar Hussain Rabbany. ...

  Bangla Mirror Desk:   Following the remarkable success of its inaugural edition, the 2nd UK Business Expo & Awards 2026 is set to return on a larger scale on Sunday, 22 November 2026, at the prestigious Mayfair Venue in London. Starting at 12 noon, the event will bring together entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, industry professionals and community leaders from ...

  Muhammed Shahed Rahman:   Anisa Khan, a British woman of Bangladeshi origin, has been appointed as the captain of the England national women’s kabaddi team. Anisa Khan herself announced the news of becoming the captain on social media. Her father Yawar Khan also confirmed the matter. Anisa Khan is a consultant by profession and the founder of the popular ...

Bangla Mirror Desk: LONDON, Thursday: Bangladesh’s newly appointed High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Muhammad Abul Muhith, has called on officials and employees of the Bangladesh High Commission in London to uphold the highest standards of integrity, empathy and professionalism in public service. He made the call during an introductory meeting with all officials and employees of the Bangladesh ...