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When all think alike, then no one is thinking. Publisher | Editor | Columnist | Entrepreneur @AsianSundayNews #AsianStandardNews @WeAre_IWF
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Still tired from yesterday, but managed to make it in time to say goodbye to the gorgeous
@MehwishHayat
while she was getting mobbed by her fans. Going to miss this lady...Until next time beautiful one x
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I was a little apprehensive about watching Netflix's
#FameGame
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@MadhuriDixit
in her many 90's blockbuster romantic films & having interviewed the charismatic diva too, I couldn't imagine her playing such a layered character -but she smashes it. Go watch it
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Dear friends of BAME background if you sit on Boards or Steering Groups please be there to make change, to challenge when things are wrong and not just to make the numbers for diversity or for profile. Our communities are relying on you to be the voice and much needed change. 🙏
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It's 4 stars from me. Read my full review 👇
#WhatsLoveGotToDoWithIt
“What’s Love Got To Do With It” is a delightful cross-cultural comedy that explores different perspectives on love and marriage between Western and Pakistani cultures.
Read more here:
@Jemima_Khan
@Iamsajalali
@StudiocanalUK
@weareMediaHive
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This man is pure GOLD. Was such a privilege to interview
@akshaykumar
You just can't miss his film
#GOLD
Filmed in my hometown.
#15Aug
Do watch it
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So the Lonely Planet have asked me to write a column and recommend my top 3 curry houses in Bradford.
What are my Twitter family saying? Which ones are your top 3?
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Soo proud of this girl. Humble, hardworking and incredibly talented. Love xx
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Fulfilled Eid tradition with a twist. Devoured and enjoyed throughly. Eid and Yorkshire Day combined. Biryani cased in a delicious Yorkshire pudding, topped with salad and yummy green sauce. 😋 😊
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Makes me really proud to announce we've just WON publication of the year at the Asian Media Award. Lots of people to thank, but this is all down to my incredible team and our fabulous readers. THANK YOU
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Interview coming soon..but first a bit about my hair 😝Thank you
@S1dharthM
for being
#AGentlemanSundarSusheelRisky
😀
#Bollywood
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I cannot describe the feeling of placing this trophy in the hands of my parents Twitter doesn't have enough word count for what I need to say, so just a simple THANK YOU!
#womenachievers
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Been on some crazy 'Missions' lately...Meeting this amazing talent again for his super interesting movie
@mission_mangal
was one of them Interview coming soon...Another mission to complete today...
#IWCC
launch. Wish us luck
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@saffysaffron
@MadhuriDixit
I binged it. I was intrigued first, then got gripped from episode 6. It's really clever. Tackles so many issues, from mental health, to DV and so many relatable insecurities we have as human beings. You will enjoy the end x
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Everyone who knows me, knows I hate dressing up. Perhaps because I spent months bed bound being in pyjamas all the time. So that became my comfort zone
However on occasion I do make an effort now and then 😉
Hope you like the look.
#milestoneyear
#health
#achievements
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This is what you call inclusivity. What a wonderful thread to read. Proves once again food and decent people can make our world a happy one. I was already a fan of Nigella, a rather bigger one now. 💜
To all those celebrating, Eid Mubarak! And please tell me what you’re cooking!
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Delighted to announce that the golden lady is coming home...beyond proud and such an honour to be recognised on a global platform, among women across 23 countries
#womemtop50
#srilanka
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Was so lovely interviewing
@BanitaSandhu
earlier. Humble & lots of talent. This girl will go far & make British Asians very proud. Looking forward to watching her in
#October
starring with another bundle of talent
@Varun_dvn
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This week's front page campaign for our Bradford, Kirklees and North East titles are unanimous. Please share.
#SaveLives
#StaySafe
#takethevaccine
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Hardworking ladies prepping for Royal visit tomorrow. Duke and Duchess are going to be mighty impressed. Well done ladies.
#RoyalVisitBradford
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#Throwback
to when
@RanveerOfficial
came to the UK for
#Befikre
promotions. His first ever UK film promotions. Temperatures were close to -2, but look at the crowd that despite the cold came out to see him... Deserves to be called a superstar.
#HBD
Ranveer
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We are absolutely delighted to be a finalist for this year's
@asianmediaaward
- Best publication. This one is for our readers 🙏 Thank you. Great to see good friends also finalists in the same category. Congrats & best of luck to all.
#AsianStandard
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Times have certainly changed. A woman from India comes to Oxford Union to talk on the taboo topic of 'periods' Great to see this movement taking place & looking forward to watching
@PadManTheFilm
“Padman, I am hoping is more than a movie, that it’s part of a movement where women are no longer hampered, embarrassed or held back because of their biology…”
@mrsfunnybones
discusses her hopes for
@PadManTheFilm
@oxfordunion
#PadmanInOxford
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ABOUT LAST NIGHT:
Finally got my kodak moment with our champion
@AzeemRafiq30
Thanks for coming up and being a wonderful sport. Great conversations, great company.
#BritishMuslimAwards2022
@OceanicConsult
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What a brilliant start to 2020 for Bradford. First we have Dame Helen Mirren filming here & popping into Mumtaz for a curry. Then today the very first official engagement of 2020 for the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge. It's going to be a super year.
#TeamBradford
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Really proud to see my city turn
#Gold
#BradfordturnsGold
@akshaykumar
@excelmovies
@ZeeStudiosInt
@_sterlingmedia_
@bfdcityoffilm
@Roymouni
@visitBradford
@FarOutAkhtar
@ritesh_sid
@CityParkBD
@AlhambraTheatre
@bradfordmdc
#15Aug
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Deeply saddened to share that my beautiful grandma has passed away.
Inna lilahi wa Inna ilaihi rajioon. - To him we belong and to him we shall return 🤲🏼
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Keep inspiring ♥️. What you're doing for young people and education is 👏
Was a pleasure attending Womenzone community centre in Bradford and meeting all the strong women & children.
Truly amazed to see such a fantastic initiative that provides a safe voice for women. Keep inspiring!💪🏻
Thank you
@itvcalendar
,
@pennyappeal
@NazShahBfd
@EditorASNews
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My mum is the cutest. She made a little food hamper for some of our vulnerable neighbours. Her hand cooked food is definitely to die for. I get it from her.
#supermum
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Watched
#GoldMovie
@akshaykumar
is superb. The role of Tapan was made for him.
@Roymouni
is unbelievably beautiful & convincing for her debut film, but the film for me belongs to director
#reemakagti
. She's the real sportsman or woman rather. Full review coming in
@AsianStyleMag
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And it's landed.
@JayShettyIW
's inspiring book. Much needed in current times. Looking forward to chatting to him later today. Thanks
@samirsamir
for arranging.
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She is a star like no other that I've worked with.
@mkoirala
on Lorraine talking about how Ovarian cancer impacted her and her career.
Thank you
@DrAmirKhanGP
you were brilliant. Bradford representing well in the capital.
Image credit by our PR guru
@FNIKMAN
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Congrats to all. I've never been nominated for a national award before, let alone become a finalist. So this makes my mother very happy. Win or lose I'm super looking forward to meeting some incredible women & partying with friends who are joining me at AWA.
#womenachievers
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I am deeply humbled & very proud to announce that I have been appointed as active President for Salem Athletic Cricket Club in Bradford. I will be the first female of BAME background to become the clubs president, which is a huge honour indeed. Official launch to follow
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This is fabulous and good to see you playing cricket. Was lovely meeting you today ♥️💜
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So when you rock up casually to watch a film at
@MediaMuseum
celebrating International Mother Tongue Day with dignitaries & out of the blue, you're called for a special award there are no words.
@HumayunislamBFD
this is a huge honour & you had me speechless 🤭 Thank you
@beap_c
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These are not just any mangoes, but Kesar grown by my father, at his residence in India, delivered for me, enjoyed with my team on our office balcony today.
#preciousmoments
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Press day: With our super inspirational
@mkoirala
#HasinaMomtaz
#DrSulochanaSegera
and of course fellow journalists from my industry.
Big thanks to
@MediaHouseLDN
@FNIKMAN
for making this happen.
#AsianStandardLondon
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Was lovely chatting with
@aliaa08
yesterday for her upcoming release
#GangubaiKathiawadi
Thank you so much for the birthday wishes too.
Interview out soon.
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Always a pleasure speaking with the dashing
@RanveerOfficial
Looking forward to
#GullyBoy
'Apna Time Achuka' 😉😀
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Now this is food. Made for me by my mummy. Salmon in her rich masala sauce. Waited months for this dish. Certainly worth the wait. 😋😍
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Sometimes speaking the truth makes you unpopular. But speak it anyway 🙂
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Of all the thousands attending the Garden Party at Buckingham Palace today, who do I bump into? Only our smiley
@KirkleesMayor
@CllrMasood1
Was a lovely day. Safe trip home. ☺️
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Had the pleasure of meeting A Gentleman
@S1dharthM
Catch our interview with him. Exclusively on
@AsianStyleMag
#AGentleman
in cinemas soon
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At first when it was announced
@RanveerOfficial
would romance
#SaraAliKhan
I thought they would be such an odd couple... How wrong...They look great..
#NewAge
#Romance
#Bollywood
Coming to colour you in the shades of love!✨
#TereBin
out tomorrow!
#Simmba
@RanveerOfficial
#SaraAliKhan
@SonuSood
#RohitShetty
@karanjohar
@rspicturez
@RelianceEnt
@SimmbaTheFilm
@TSeries
@RFAKWorld
@tanishkbagchi
@AseesKaur
@RashmiVerag
@Azeem2112
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There's a story to tell and you will hear all about it soon.
#asianstandardlondon
#celebration
#storytelling
#inclusive
#diversity
#voices
#representation
#BAMEisbanned
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This photo was taken 7 yrs ago. It's 7 years since I achieved my dream of launching my newspaper at the HOC, but I was hospitalised shortly after. So many things to be grateful for. Glad to have my legs & voice back. Thanks to everyone at
@BTHFT
& my MUM❤️ Happy 7yrs to me ❤️
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Thrilled! Meet our new columnist. From leaving India as a child during partition & making home in Kenya, only to then move to the UK, which has been home for the last 3 decades, so excited that now she will be imparting her wisdom & knowledge in 'Unfiltered with Aunty Razia.'
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@TheVikasKhanna
Wonderful. I think India tops it for communal cooking from Dargah's to Gurdwara's it's always a delight to see. Hope to see it first hand when I visit late Jan.
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Parents are finally home 🤩🤩
Feels kinda surreal though, as I can't hug them & have to talk to them via a wall. 14days isolation.
On a plus - I can make dad his fav. Lamb on the bone.
We are one relieved & happy family 💖
#familyunited
#covidtravels
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A massive thank you to all our readers for sending in their nominations & helping us compile the top 20 most influential list for Bradford. I am humbled our readers took time out to put in nominations for me too this time. Yes I get the msg loud & clear. THANK YOU ♥️
#AsianSunday
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Staff meeting with a bit of a desi brunch.
After all it is
#SouthAsianHeritageMonth
Any excuse for some food. 😜
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Question: Who would you name as Bradford's most inspirational female? Can be female of any ethnicity/background. Can be a woman of the past or present, but has to be connected or from Bradford. Please get your thinking caps on and tell me below. Thank you
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Well I did say it's biryani time. Nothing beats a plate full of biryani shared with family on Eid 😋
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Wishing all mum's a very happy Mother's Day.
Blessed to have mine, who has been my strength, motivation and so much more where words don't do justice. ❤️
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Eid Mubarak everyone. It's biryani time 😋
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She's not just my mother, but also the chairperson of my media company. Mum's have incredible leadership & problem solving skills.
For me behind every successful woman is also a woman.
Happy Mothers Day to my mum & all mum's across the globe.
#leadership
#media
#MothersDay
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Had a very warm & extremely positive conversation with
@bradfordmdc
Business rates team. Helpful & compassionate, with assurances to help the business community during these tough times.
Businesses please be assured our council is doing all to support.
We're in this together.
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About last night. Celebrating doctorate, birthday, King's honour and just fabulous women. Thank you ladies for digesting my Gujarati thali and for all the laughs. Looking forward to entertaining again soon. Xxx
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ABOUT LAST NIGHT: Wonderful evening with this lovely lot.
Thank you for allowing me to be your host
@cllrSPandor
@YunusLunat1
@MWIPproject
@AzeemRafiq30
Was lovely meeting
@MahmudNawaz
& our lively
@shutcake
Congrats to all the winners, nominees & delicious food from
@mylahore
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Nothing makes me more proud than to be invited on
@BBCLeeds
to give my opinion on Bradford (my home city). Bradford has recently been hailed as the most improved city. So I'm going to super love bigging my fab city up. Catch me chatting to
@AishaIqbalKhan
from 615pm today.
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My annual check up with these two & my consultant. Good news only 5% chance of tumour returning 🤲♥️ That's Sepo (l) & Donna(r) who've been treating me for the last 6yrs. They also help with my mental health in a big way.
#NHSFamily
. Donna has lost 5 stones within a yr....WOW
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Phenomenal scenes here in Bradford as Bradford WINS CITY OF CULTURE 2025!
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Was a pleasure having
@MWIPproject
in our studio today. A total shero & the first to grace our brand new set, for
#LetsTalk
series 2. Thank you Sofia for being amazing & working together to stay within Covid-19 guidelines. Interview out soon. 💜
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A heartfelt Eid Mubarak to all.
Special well done to all young ones who kept fasts. Proud of our 9yr old Junior F who kept all 30. Don't know where she got the strength & energy from, even at this hour she's bouncing with energy. Wishing health, happiness & prosperity for all 🤲🏼
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ABOUT LAST NIGHT: Finally got a chance to mark 3 yrs of
@AS_Kirklees
& celebrate our Kirklees Most Influential 2021, in an intimate ceremony at Huddersfield Town Hall. The work of the people spoke for itself & we were proud to showcase the talented & pioneering people of Kirklees
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When you own your own media publication, but don't do your own PR. Story is out...Better late than never.
While I'm here, let me remind people that no matter what the obstacle YOU CAN OVERCOME IT. Keep fighting like I did... YOU WILL SUCCEED!
#Milestoneyear
#Moretocome
.
@EditorASNews
recognized with prestigious Top 50 Professional and Career Women Award 2023 in Sri Lanka, celebrates remarkable journey and growth. Read more here:
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#MissionMangal
is smashing it at the box office. Here is my interview with superstar
@akshaykumar
during his film promotions in London. I just love simplicity of this superstar. Check out the moment he goes all coy on me.
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An incredible weekend. Shattered, but worth the running around for the smiles, fun and in some cases nostalgia that people had with was unreal. Touched...Lots to thank, but after we complete day 3 - The Bradford Curry Awards
Some images to share for now.
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Wonderful celebrating IWD in parliament yesterday evening with
@NazShahBfd
@kimleadbeater
and a room packed full of women from all over the country. Thank you for the invite Naz.
Happy International Women's Day everyone.
#BreakingTheBias
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And the accolades just keep pouring in....Richly deserving of everything that comes your way
@mkoirala
Looking forward to tuning in to
#Lorraine
on ITV tomorrow morning and catching your interview, with our very own
@DrAmirKhanGP
and team.
Congratulations to Manisha Koirala for receiving prestigious award at the House of Lords today Hosted by Rt. Hon. Baroness Verma for your exceptional contribution towards acting & humanitarian work. I had the privilege to a be a part of this wonderful occasion
@mkoirala
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9 years ago, we hosted the 2nd annual Bradford Inspirational Women awards. The awards were due to return in 2020, but Covid ruined plans. Good news we're working on new dates. Watch this space. For now relive memories here: .
(Pic of me & my brother)
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This lady has my ❤️
🌟 I've worked with many stars, but none quite like her. Grounded, humble & selfless. In a world where ego often takes center stage, she remains refreshingly secure in her space, collaborating without a hint of diva tantrums.
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Pakistani artist
@TheMahiraKhan
always gives the best interviews. I've found whatever character she has played, when discussing them, her excitement levels have never dropped. Watch my interview & watch the film out on 13 Oct in cinemas worldwide.
#TheLegendOfMaulaJatt
The look of Mukkho Jatti has received global praise, including from Bollywood heartthrob
@iHrithik
Find out more from the 'Superstar'
@TheMahiraKhan
herself on
#TheLegendOfMaulaJatt
& what she has to say about Hrithik's compliment
Full interview here:
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Staff schedules in the morning, then travelled to Newcastle for an event, did 7 celebrity interviews with both Hollywood & Bollywood stars, got back to Bradford at 1.30am, back up at 7am & in office for first meeting at 9am today. 8pm & now home time.
#Lifeofamediaentrepreneur
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Excited: The count down for Bradford Curry Awards & Mela
#23
begins.
SAVE THE DATES: 8/9/10July 2023
#awards
#mela
#curry
#food
#fun
#masterclass
#entertainment
#cooking
#rotimaking
#sounds
#golgappay
#smells
#taste
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Film
@ViceroysHouse
comes to
@MediaMuseumPH
5 Mar, with live Q&A with talented Director
@GurinderC
Let's celebrate women in film. Do come 😊
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One thing about me is I never follow the crowd. I am an independent thinker & don't do things to appease others, even if that means standing alone. I do things that I find true & ethical. Like me or hate me. That is me!!
(Just thought I'd prepare those who don't know me yet!)
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Our very first masterclass today. It was raining but this didn't stop the crowd from enjoying
@pardeep19922328
cooking demo. Her butter chicken was 🤤 What a brilliant brilliant day. Thank you to all who came. Can't wait for tomorrow 😃
#Listerpark
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So proud of my friend
@CllrMasood1
He will make a great Mayor and raise lots of money for his chosen charity
@ForgetMNotChild
Was an honour and special to be at his ceremony as he has been a huge support and help behind
@AS_Kirklees
Wishing you all the best 🙂
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This is richly deserved
@nazirafzal
Congratulations.
A lawyer who has campaigned and represented those who have been ignored has been honoured by the
@UniofBradford
During a 24-year career, Nazir Afzal OBE has prosecuted some of the most high-profile cases in the country.
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At the
@radiosangam
new year's event. Was lovely to be in the company of
@CllrMasood1
@MWIPproject
and
@GoharAlmassKhan
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What a fabulous evening. Rightly articulated by
@SabbiyahPervez
lots of laughter, tears, joy, hope, inspirational & motivational.
@PreetChandi10
loved every moment of your company & made special by our guests in attendance.
Thank you to
@Andy_Black_71
for making this happen.
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Overwhelmed with all the lovely wishes for my birthday. Esp my staff, my IWF members, friends and family. It's been a tough one with dad back in India as grandma not well, but all the love showered on me today has made me feel like a very wealthy person. Prayers & gratitude 🤲🏼
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It was lovely having
@RanveerOfficial
&
@Vaaniofficial
in Bradford 2day. You were incredible.Thanku Ranveer for pic.Vaani our pic is udhar x
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Still trying to catch up on all the messages coming through from our 1st IWCC 2019. The ladies smashed it. Well done to Team Pakistan who won the ultimate prize. Our special guest from 1000's of miles
@MehwishHayat
may have brought some good luck 😉 More news tomorrow x
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Congrats
#RanveerSingh
Was delighted to host him in Bradford for
#Befikre
which I thought was a gr8 film (irrespective of BO) & now proving his metal as an actor with
#Padmavaat
.
#superstar
👏🎉
GREAT NEWS.
@RanveerOfficial
to be commemorated with Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award for his outstanding performance as Alauddin Khilji in
#Padmaavat
. Congratulations
#RanveerSingh
, well deserved! 👏🏼🙌🏼
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These images are so beautiful and so telling of some of the narrative that is currently being pushed. For the first time Muslims in our region have unity on celebrating Eid together, but the new lockdown rules has people trying to divide again. Let's hope unity wins...and soon.
IN PICTURES: New lockdown rules, hasn't stopped Bradford's Muslims, across the district from celebrating Eid, with peace, unity and plenty of social distancing. More on the story and images here:
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It's going to be another crazy month. Early start at Dixon's Allerton trying to encourage young people to consider journalism as a career..Thanks to
@SKBMBE
&
@MandipKSahota
for facilitating & doing an excellent job Now back at office with meetings galore. Catch up on here soon😁
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Eid at the office with my fab team (and some special guests) They've been working really hard and deserve home made biryani by our Chairperson.
I hope all who are celebrating today or tomorrow have a blessed time with family and loved ones.
#EidAlAdha
#EidMubarak2023
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'Restaurants should be ranked on how they treat people'
@Asma_KhanLDN
I just ♥️ this woman.
#gamechanger
#womaninfoodindustry
#inspirational
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Returning to work after the loss of a loved one, isn't easy, but glad this was on my desk as the first task to undertake since funeral. Looking forward to reading and reviewing
@BegumNadiya
' next book. Can't wait to get stuck in.
#readingistherapy
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💜Charity and community is at the heart of everything we do. 💜
📢I am therefore delighted to announce our official charity partners of the year for our Asian Standard Bradford and Kirklees titles.
Scroll ⬇️ for more
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A wonderful experience for our
@WeAre_IWF
ladies to be experiencing their first
@officialbantams
football match. All thanks to
@HumayunislamBFD
for making it happen.
#inclusivityinsports
#genderequalityinsports
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Fabulous work going on
@khidmat_centres
in prep for their
#BigIftar
. Takes so much time, hard work & commitment. There's going to be many smiles for sure. Full report to follow
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