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The forgotten soldiers: India’s underrepresented sacrifice in the World Wars | INSIGHT UK When the world remembers the two great wars, the focus often rests on the heroism of Western troops on European battlefields. Yet behind the Allied victories stood millions of soldiers from British colonies, especially from India, whose courage and sacrifice remain vastly underrepresented in global memory and public commemoration. Read more: insightuk.org/the-forgotten-…

MP Bob Blackman raised the persecution of Hindus in Pakistan and Bangladesh in the UK Parliament. He called on the Government to explain what action it is taking to protect Hindus and other religious minorities facing violence, intimidation and forced conversion. Religious freedom is a fundamental human right. Silence is not an option. Thank you, MP Bob Blackman, for speaking up for those whose voices are too often ignored. @BobBlackman #Hindus #Pakistan #Bangladesh

For every Soldier’s Sacrifice. Blooms of Remembrance. Poppy and Marigold United in Honour and Service. #rememberance #marigold

MP Navendu Mishra has raised in Parliament the need for the UK Government to assess trends in anti-Hindu sentiment and Hinduphobia. Anti-Hindu hatred must be named, recorded, and confronted with the same seriousness as any other form of religious hate. British Hindus deserve safety, dignity, and full recognition of the discrimination they face. 🕉️ @NavPMishra #BritishHindus

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Diwali at 10 Downing Street in London 🪔 🪔 🪔 UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and his wife Marie-France van Heel lit diyas and joined the British Hindu and Indian community to celebrate Diwali.

When the first blows came, Captain Smit Machchhar didn’t realise that the moments that followed would leave him scarred for life. In the face of unimaginable danger, his actions helped save 174 lives while he bore the physical scars of an ordeal few could comprehend. Today, the scars on his head tell a story far greater than pain. They tell a story of courage under fire, of duty above self, and of a man who emerged from a harrowing ordeal carrying the marks of sacrifice. Captain Smit Machchhar - a name to remember, a story to honour, and a hero to be proud of.

British-Hindu and Indian Contributions to the UK 🇬🇧🕉️🇮🇳 Indians and Hindus make up 3.1% (1.86 million) and 1.7% (1 million) of the population of England and Wales. Official data shows they contribute well beyond that share to the UK’s economy, public services and civic life. This video explores how Indians and Hindus in the UK positively contribute to Britain as conscientious, law-abiding and productive citizens. 👉 Watch here: youtu.be/eAcqGiHxAmE

Congratulations to Dhruv Patel CBE, who has become the first Hindu to be appointed High Sheriff of Greater London. He took office on 30 April 2026, making his declaration at the Royal Courts of Justice before the Lady Chief Justice. As High Sheriff, Dhruv Patel serves as the King’s representative for justice and peace in Greater London, supporting the judiciary, policing, courts, and charitable work that uplifts vulnerable and excluded communities. #BritishHindus

INSIGHT UK has launched its report, The Religious Persecution of Hindus in Pakistan, before the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for British Hindus. The report brings together historical evidence and present-day testimony on the discrimination, attacks on religious freedom, and threats to safety and dignity faced by Hindu communities in Pakistan. The figures are devastating: an estimated more than 1,000 women and girls from Hindu and Christian communities are abducted, forcibly converted to Islam and forcibly married to their captors every year. Human rights organisations and international reporting have repeatedly documented this pattern, particularly affecting young women from minority communities. This launch is an important step in placing evidence, survivor testimony and lived realities directly before Parliament and in insisting that the human rights of Hindus and other minorities in Pakistan are neither denied nor ignored. Religious freedom is a human right. The safety, dignity and agency of minorities must be protected. @APPGBritHindus @BobBlackman

💰 $1 BILLION TO FIGHT NATIONALISM — BUT WHO DECIDES WHAT THE WORLD SHOULD THINK? In 2020, billionaire George Soros pledged $1 billion towards a global university initiative aimed at challenging nationalism and promoting what he described as an open society. India was among the countries whose political direction featured prominently in his public commentary. This raises important questions: Who gets to shape the global narrative? Where is the line between promoting democratic values and influencing the political discourse of sovereign nations? 💬 Should billionaires wield this level of influence over political ideas and public debate around the world?

BBC’s line between press and propaganda is under fire A major investigation has revealed that 53 individuals previously identified in reports, including coverage by BBC Arabic, as "journalists" killed in Gaza were actually listed by Hamas or Palestine extremist combatants and "martyrs." Evidence shows these individuals were actively participating in armed operations while being presented to the world as neutral members of the press. Following these revelations, the BBC announced it will "review" its inclusion of militants in its coverage. Do you think this was a mistake by the BBC? #defunctBBC #biasedmedia

Keeping Britain heatlhy #BritishHindus

BBC accused of brainwashing school children The Daily Mail accused BBC that BBC's educational content, specifically its website, is being used to "brainwash" or indoctrinate schoolchildren. The Daily Mail states that the BBC pushes "Left-wing" ideologies and encourages pupils to back policies like "open borders" and "Net Zero." This issue is part of a long-standing debate regarding the BBC's impartiality. What are your thoughts? #defunctBBC #biasedmedia

A Hindu community celebration of Dussehra and Bathukamma at Ossett Town Hall on the evening of Saturday 17 October 2026 was disrupted by groups of youths who intimidated organisers, allegedly assaulted two attendees and tried to gather at the entrance, according to a formal statement from the event’s organisers. Families from the Hindu community had gathered at the hall in Ossett, in the Wakefield district, to mark two of the autumn festivals, with children and young people among those inside. Organisers say the celebration was proceeding as planned until, during the evening, those stepping outside began to encounter groups behaving in a threatening and confrontational way. Two attendees were allegedly struck as they went to collect their car. Both are reported to have been left bleeding and on the ground. West Yorkshire Police attended the venue later that night and took statements, according to the organisers. @WakefieldPolice @WestYorksPolice

BBC double standard (again) w example. When Indian youth protest, the BBC glorifies them, framing it as a valid crusade against Modi. Yet, when French students protest, the BBC supports France's government theory that protestors are manipulated. Two protests, two different headlines. Why? #defunctBBC #biasedmedia

Proud homeowners #BritishHindus

Entrepreneurs contributing to the British economy #BritishHindus