Justice for July UK organized a human chain and protest rally in front of the Bangladesh High Commission in London, condemning the continued rise in child rape and murder, extortion, terrorism, and the deterioration of law and order in Bangladesh under the current BNP-led government. The organization also demanded the resignation of the Home Minister, holding him responsible for ...

Ansar Ahmed Ullah:   At a solemn wreath-laying ceremony held at The Cenotaph in Whitehall, London, on 21 May to mark the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, Mozmil Hussain represented United Nations Association groups from Eastbourne in paying tribute to those serving under the UN flag around the world. The annual commemoration honoured the courage, dedication and sacrifice of UN ...

Motiar Chowdhury:   In protest against the murder of seven-year-old Ramisa in the capital Dhaka, London-based social organization "Glow-Women" formed a human chain at Shaheed Minar Square in Altab Ali Park, East London, at 4:00 PM London time on May 23, 2026, demanding speedy trial of the killer, violence against women, protection of women and children, and realization of their ...

  By Matiar Chowdhury:   Journalists, human rights advocates, and professionals representing national and international organisations delivered strong and urgent messages at a dialogue on “Media Freedom for Human Rights and Democracy” held on 21 May in London. Speakers condemned the suppression of the media and the broader violations of civil and human rights under the interim government led by ...

Ansar Ahmed Ullah:   The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced that the capital’s Eid on the Square celebrations will take place on Saturday, 30 May, marking the event’s 20th anniversary on the Square. Trafalgar Square will host the free, family-friendly festival to mark Eid al-Adha featuring music, art, culture, literature, history, fashion and food. Hosted by radio presenter ...

  Bangla Mirror Desk:   21 May 2026, Dhaka: British High Commission Dhaka hosted a special send-off reception in honour of the Bangladesh Women’s National Cricket Team as they prepare to depart for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in England and Wales this June. The reception, hosted by British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke, celebrated the team’s achievements ...

By Hamshika Krishnamoorthy:   Calls for Accountability Echo Through Westminster The remembrance was not only about mourning the dead but also about demanding justice. On 18 May 2026, Tamils gathered at Parliament Square, London SW1P 3JX, near Westminster Station, before marching toward 10 Downing Street in remembrance for the Silence Condemn Procession in remembrance of the hundreds of thousands of ...

Ansar Ahmed Ullah: The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Bangladesh has marked thirteen years since the Rana Plaza disaster with a meeting in the House of Commons focused on workers’ rights, labour protections and accountability in Bangladesh. Held on 18 May 2026 and hosted by Apsana Begum, Chair of the APPG on Bangladesh, the meeting brought together policymakers, academics, campaigners ...

  The Bengal Dragons Foundation proudly hosted An Evening of Inspiration at the iconic Principality Stadium, bringing together community members, young people, sports fans, and families for a memorable evening centred around inspiration, resilience, and representation. The event featured special guests Hamza Choudhury and Hamza Uddin, who shared personal reflections on their journeys through professional sport, overcoming challenges, discipline, faith, ...

By Hamshika Krishnamoorthy:   2009: Why were Tamil civilians targeted inside the “No Fire Zones”, where hundreds of thousands of people had been told they would be safe? It is very clear that this was a systematic genocide against Tamil civilians carried out during the final phase of the war. According to multiple reports and investigations, an estimated 40,000 to ...