women
Changes in the Brit-Asian Woman
Men have wanted the woman to play the role on top – literally speaking. Now that they have, they are not exactly being praised for it. Instead they see this as the Brit- Asian woman becoming too independent and too westernised.
Recent news reports, state that women are earning more than men but not necessarily equal [...]
Obsession with Boys and not Girls
Every woman who has been pregnant and given birth to a child, whether it is a boy or girl can safely say that it is the best feeling in the world.
Even though South Asian society has moved on from some of its old ways, one custom which still seems to appear its ugly head today, [...]
The Beauty of Lips
Lips are one of the most attractive areas of beauty on a woman. And if they have that look which oozes beauty, sensuality and style, they can do a lot of talking without even any movement!
Lipstick plays a big role in the beauty of lips. The history of lipstick goes back to the women of [...]
Sex and the British Asian Woman
The phrases premarital sex, unplanned pregnancies, one night stands and single mums, are still controversial in our communities. Sexual health and behaviour is not meant to be discussed. But sexual liberation amongst young Asians, particularly in women, is on the rise. Our most high profile example is Shobna Gulati. The actress, who played Sunita Parekh [...]
Women’s Shoes affect Foot Health
With sales being more common, resisting a bargain is always a difficult one when it comes to fashionable shoes for women. Going for the look and style in despite of what it will do to our feet, is the typical approach to buying shoes for most of us!
This has resulted in a study by [...]
Rugby in India
The sport of Rugby is usually associated with teams from France, England, South Africa and New Zealand. But Rugby is in fact also a serious sport in India, including a divisional league and national teams.
Interestingly, it is not just a man’s sport, women are also playing in women’s tournaments in India.
The game originated in [...]
Chef shortage hits Curry Restaurants
Following Home Secretary Jacqui Smith’s announcement that rules on foreign workers entering the UK will be tightened and the ’shortage occupation list’ to remove chefs from the list, the UK curry restaurant trade is beginning to feel the impact of these changes.
Ministers have suggested that they plan to force restaurants and takeaways to recruit chefs [...]
Don’ts of Desi Makeup
Being Desi, you can get away with more dramatic looks when it comes to makeup. Desi women naturally have beautiful features, such as their beautiful almond shaped eyes and dusky skin.
The main purpose of applying makeup should be to highlight and emphasise natural features, rather than trying to change or mask features you don’t like.
Sometimes [...]
South India attack on Girls in Pub
During celebrations across the country of India’s republic day, a shocking incident emerged in Mangalore, South India. A group of girls in a pub were attacked by an invasion of right-wing activist men from the Hindu Sri Ram Sena fringe party. Video footage and reports reveal that the women were slapped, beaten, man-handled, dragged and [...]
NRI Marriages – Sweetners for Dowry
Non-Resident Indians are often seen as the dream partner by many women living in India, especially in states like the Punjab. The idea of getting married to an NRI and living abroad in places like the USA, UK and Europe in a happy union of marital life attracts many women to take the plunge for [...]