Over the past two decades, many new cancer treatments have been developed, delivered through immunotherapy and chemotherapy. This is excellent news for cancer patients living…
The fifth Leicester Curry Awards brought together members of the region’s vibrant curry scene for an evening to remember. We bring you the highlights from…
This year marks 50 years since over 70,000 Ugandan Asians were forced out of their home country on order of brutal military dictator Idi Amin.…
Leicestershire resident Carissma Griffiths was crowned ‘Ms Voluptuous UK’ earlier this year – an alternative beauty pageant which celebrates plus-size women. Here she discusses her…
Leicester’s 120-year-old synagogue opened its doors to a new Jewish Heritage Centre in July, following a £1.1m revamp. Now, the Leicester Hebrew Congregation is welcoming…
Following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 8 September 2022, Leicestershire was united in mourning. A range of events took place to…
In May, Pukaar Group was honoured to launch its annual Ethnic Media Awards at London’s prestigious House of Lords, and to be hosted by Lord…
After taking the chains of office back in May, George Cole is now settling into his role as Leicester’s first Black African Caribbean Lord Mayor.…
By Mike Kapur, her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Leicestershire One of the most valuable things I have been able to participate in so far this…
When you meet Reverend Saju Muthalaly, he’s not exactly what you’d expect a bishop to be. In the traditional sense anyway. Vibrant, charismatic and just…
There is nothing more impressive than an awe-inspiring outdoor wedding. Whether you’ve imagined having a wedding outdoors for as long as you can remember or…
Tony Donovan sat down with Pukaar Magazine to talk about the history of Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland, which celebrates its 70th birthday this…
In 2015, Tim Peake made history by becoming the first British ESA Astronaut to visit the International Space Station. Last month he lent his blinding,…
This year marks 50 years since over 50,000 Asian Ugandans were expelled from their homes by military dictator Idi Amin. Many will be marking the…
Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Mike Kapur, OBE, reveals exciting events planned this summer to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. As June approaches, planning for…
By Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President & Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leicester Last month, our University launched a new initiative to change the face of…
There are many ways that couples from different cultural backgrounds can choose to celebrate their union. I work on many multicultural weddings, and it’s always…
In recognition of services to the public, former Leicestershire High Sheriff and community faith leader, Resham Singh Sandhu, has been awarded the highest honour that can…
