Asian Standard News - Leeds

01/02/2025

More than 120 West Yorkshire women took centre stage at a powerful networking event hosted by Mayor of West Yorkshire, alongside Inclusivity champion Fatima Khan Shah and business advisor Mandy Ridyard.

Read the full story and find out how to join the Women of West Yorkshire Network 👇

https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/women-shape-mayor-brabins-vision-for-west-yorkshire-at-landmark-event/

West Yorkshire’s women took centre stage at a powerful networking event on 29 January, directly influencing the region’s future as they helped shape Mayor Tracy Brabin’s priorities for the year ahead. Welcoming over 120 women from across the region, Mayor Brabin, alongside Inclusivity Champion...

26/01/2025

✨ Nadiya Hussain speaks out! ✨
After losing 1,000 followers within hours of announcing her Ramadan cookbook Rooza, the beloved Great British Bake Off winner and former Leeds resident shares a heartfelt video addressing unconscious bias, faith, and the challenges of representation.
Nadiya’s powerful message is sparking important conversations and receiving an outpouring of love and support. 💬❤️
📖 Curious about what she said? Click the link to read more!

Nadiya Hussain, beloved winner of The Great British Bake Off, TV chef, and best-selling author, has shared an emotional video addressing the loss of 1,000 followers shortly after announcing her new cookbook, Rooza, dedicated to Ramadan. In the heartfelt Instagram video, which has garnered over 35,00...

20/01/2025

🎉 We’re back and bolder than ever! 🚀 After a brief setback, we’re thrilled to announce that all our digital platforms are fully up and running again. If you missed last week’s e-papers, no worries – just head over to the e-paper tab (or click below) and catch up on all the issues you missed. 📖✨ (If you require hardcopies as we have had a number of calls and they are no longer in circulation as our new issue lands tomorrow - please email [email protected])
A massive shoutout to everyone who made it onto our Most Influential list! 🙌 While the list is never exhaustive, it’s definitely one to celebrate. Keep rocking, keep reading, and let’s continue this journey together! 💪💥

Unveiling the Power Players: This week’s special issue reveals the most influential South Asians of 2024! Plus, dive into the latest in politics, mouthwatering recipes, showbiz buzz—including Kalki Koechlin’s prestigious university honour—and so much more. Don’t miss it!

18/01/2025

📢 Important Update

We want to inform our readers that our website has been hacked. While we work to resolve this, we’re running on a backup, which has caused delays in sharing news. We sincerely appreciate your patience and support during this time.

Regarding the fake Influential List circulating online, we’re overwhelmed by how much our annual Influential List resonates with our readers and the community. This list is a reflection of your nominations and the incredible contributions of those celebrated, and we deeply value those who uplift and honor it.

To the trolls—thank you for engaging! Your comments and shares remind us that what we do matters, even if we only hear from you once a year. Every piece of feedback, good or bad, adds to the conversation.

We’re working hard to restore normal operations and should be back to full speed within the next 12 hours. Thank you for continuing to trust us to amplify the voices of the incredible people in our communities. 💛

17/01/2025

Asian Standard proudly presents The Most Influential South Asians of 2024! 🌟

This incredible list celebrates the game-changers, trailblazers, and visionaries making waves in their fields.

While this isn’t an exhaustive list (the nominations were truly outstanding!), it highlights some of the remarkable individuals shaping our world today. 🌍

🏆 Curious to see who made it to the long list? Stay tuned tomorrow to view our e-paper

14/01/2025

🚨 The wait is almost over! 🚨

Asian Standard's Most Influential - Leeds List of 2024 drops TOMORROW, and we can’t wait to share it with you! 🎉✨

Thank you for the incredible response this year—your overwhelming nominations truly blew us away! 🙌

You made our job easy by showcasing the phenomenal individuals making a difference in our regions.

🌟 It’s heartwarming to see our amazing readers lifting others and celebrating the inspiring work happening in our communities.

While we gear up for tomorrow’s big reveal, here’s a quick throwback to the Most Influential of 2023 to keep the excitement going. 👇👇

Stay tuned and get ready to celebrate greatness! 🥳

13/01/2025

Tourism leaders in West Yorkshire have unveiled an ambitious four-year strategy aimed at expanding the region’s visitor economy, already worth billions.

Tracy Brabin described the plan as a transformative opportunity for the region

Find out more 👇

Tourism leaders in West Yorkshire have unveiled an ambitious four-year strategy aimed at expanding the region’s visitor economy, already worth billions. The announcement, made in Leeds on Monday, 13 January, follows West Yorkshire’s achievement of ‘Local Visitor Economy Partnership’ (LVEP) s...

09/01/2025

🚗💷 Historic Leeds Number Plate up for Sale!

Leeds City Council plans to sell the iconic Lord Mayor’s number plate, U1, valued at over £500k, to tackle a major budget gap.

What do you think? Should the council preserve history or prioritise financial relief?

The council is set to go ahead with the sale of the Lord Mayor’s official car number plate. Cash-strapped Leeds City Council has decided to proceed with selling the asset, thought to be worth £500,000. The civic plate, which bears the number U1, has been owned by the authority for around 120 year...

31/12/2024

🚶‍♀️🚲 Take a step towards healthier living & get rewarded! West Yorkshire Combined Authority is planning a new app that offers free coffee, discounts & local perks for walking, cycling, or using public transport.

🚍☕ Could this be the 2025 boost to ditch the car?

Contractors are being sought for the initiative which could cost over £400k. Click the link to find out more

A new app that will reward people in West Yorkshire for walking, cycling or using public transport could soon be rolled out. The app could see people offered free coffee, discounted food and free passes to local attractions for ditching the car. West Yorkshire Combined Authority aims to introduce a....

27/12/2024

India mourns the loss of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away at 92. A statesman, economist, and reformer. Global leaders pay tribute. 👉Read more here

Former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh, passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday. His last rites will be conducted with full state honours, officials have confirmed. AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) Delhi released a statement announcing Dr Singh’s demise: “With profoun...

25/12/2024

🎄🎄The festive season is here, and as we reflect on the year gone by, we are filled with immense gratitude for the unwavering support of our incredible community.
At Asian Standard Newspaper, it has been our privilege to share the remarkable stories of generosity, resilience, and unity that define us all. Each story told is a reflection of the spirit that binds us together – a community that uplifts, inspires, and continues to make a difference.
This Christmas, we celebrate not just the joy of the season but the strength and kindness that flows through every neighbourhood, every family, and every individual. Your support has been the cornerstone of another successful year of news and storytelling, and we are deeply thankful for the trust you place in us.
May this festive season fill your homes with love, laughter, and warmth. May you create cherished memories with loved ones, and may the spirit of giving and the joy of shared experiences shine brightly in your hearts.
Thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to sharing many more stories and milestones together in the year ahead.
🎄🎄Merry Christmas and Season’s Greetings to all! 🎄🎄

23/12/2024

🎯 A Leeds man who staged a doorstep gun threat as part of a twisted divorce revenge plot has been jailed. What started as a shocking 999 call unraveled into a web of lies, laughter, and a bitter family feud. Watch the video or follow the link to find out how the plot was exposed

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19/12/2024

🌟 Meet the incredible couple who turned their home kitchen into a lifeline for the community during Covid! Now, with a bigger team of passionate volunteers, they’re keeping the mission alive from the heart of . 💛🍽️

✨ Their dedication is inspiring, but they need your support to keep going!

👉 Read their story and find out how you can make a difference—whether it’s by donating or volunteering. Together, we can help them continue to serve those in need.
https://www.asianstandard.co.uk/leeds-couple-continue-to-fight-hunger-with-grace-and-care-community-kitchen/

Grace And Care

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, a Leeds couple has been tirelessly working to feed the city’s most vulnerable residents, a mission that shows no signs of slowing down. Mr and Mrs Ghosh, with over 50 years of combined community service experience, launched their charity, Grace and Care, from their hom...

07/12/2024

🏥 Leeds Hospital project faces delays and rising costs 🏥
Warnings mount as delays to the long-awaited £1.46bn Leeds General Infirmary redevelopment push costs even higher. With some buildings over 150 years old and deemed unfit for purpose, the urgent project faces an additional £10m+ in costs and mounting maintenance backlogs.

What’s your take on the government's pace for approving critical NHS projects? 💬
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New warnings have been made over delays to an urgent new hospital project for the city after costs continued to rise. Health bosses hope to be given the go-ahead for the scheme at Leeds General Infirmary (LGI) in January following a government review of NHS building projects. A new children’s hosp...

06/12/2024

Muslim leaders join UK Health Security Agency in urging communities to prioritise winter vaccinations 💉

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) are urging members of the Muslim community to prioritise their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to help boost their immunity against winter viruses and get winter strong. People eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations are a...

06/12/2024

Leeds City Council to press ahead with parking charges as the authority faces budget deficit 🅿️

Council bosses are set to press ahead with new charges at six car parks after being challenged to reconsider the move. It means free parking will be scrapped at sites in Wetherby, Horsforth, Garforth, Rothwell and Guiseley. Leeds City Council said the new fees would help plug a multi-million pound g...

06/12/2024

West Yorkshire Police launch new video tool to report domestic abuse virtually 📱

Victims reporting domestic abuse in West Yorkshire now have the option to provide the report through a video call as an alternative to officers attending at their home. The Rapid Video Response (RVR) is now available across all five districts following a successful pilot in Leeds and Wakefield. Sinc...