The 70th anniversary of India’s independence that that was celebrated this year was a date of historical significance, with a social and cultural depth that…
If this year’s 70th anniversary of the Partition of India teaches us anything, it’s that forced mass migration, and the extraordinary extent to which individuals…
Dr Monia Acciari, Lecturer in Film and Television History at De Montfort University has put together a unique exhibition celebrating 70 years of India’s Independence.…
To mark 50 years since the death of English playwright Joe Orton, Pukaar Magazine looks back at his life and unique work which helped to…
The Real Junk Food Café in Leicester aims to revolutionise the way we look at food waste, encourage creative cooking while feeding as many bellies…
PUKAAR MAGAZINE SPEAKS TO SOPHIE COTTIS-ALLAN AND REBECCA SPILANE, THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND GRASSROOTS ORGANISATION, LE SOLIDARITY. What started off as a Facebook group back…
PUKAAR MAGAZINE LOOKS BACK AT SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE CENTRE’S INCREDIBLE 36-YEAR HISTORY. Established in 1981 on Churchill Street in Leicester, the Centre…
British Historian, Nicola Tallis speaks about the idea and extensive research behind her first non-fiction biography, Crown of Blood: The Deadly Inheritance of Lady Jane…
Escape the bustle of the city for the tranquil countryside and visit one of Rutland’s smaller market towns. With its distinctive honey-coloured buildings, Uppingham boasts…
Shining the spotlight on talented young people aged between 8-25, Leicester’s Got Talent has quickly become a highly-anticipated event, and its 6th year proved no…
Leicester’s Deputy City Mayor, Rory Palmer looks back at some of Britain’s remarkable sporting events and those who helped make them possible. As we enjoyed…
Visit your local museum to discover the hidden treasures of Leicester and afar. If you’re looking for a family- filled day out or wanting…
Pukaar Magazine’s Adam Shaw met with Rabbi Shmuli Pink to discuss Leicester’s thriving Jewish community. Like the Irish, Jewish people take great pride in…
Pukaar Magazine’s Jessica Challoner-Sterland speaks to Peter Liddle, former museum curator and archaeologist, about the museum’s history, artefacts and its plans to celebrate its 50th…
Pukaar Magazine’s Emma Smith talks with Rik Basra about his 30 years on the police force, battling and overcoming leukaemia twice and seeing up his…
Pukaar Magazine meets with Martyn Snow; newly appointed Bishop of Leicester to discuss his role and enthusiasm of moving to the city. The Queen approved…
One of Leicester’s civic dignitaries, Mr Resham Singh Sandhu shares his experiences of meeting the Queen and his personal wishes for her 90th birthday. …
That’s right, the Spring season of 2016 is already upon us and with it comes many exciting events and dates. After an early Easter this…
