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This Month in Desi London: August 2026
From Janmashtami preparations and Onam on August 26 to electoral gains and new openings like Kulfi Beauty, London's Desi community navigates grief, justice, and joy.
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Community & OrganizationsLondon's Indian and South Asian Diaspora: Grief, Justice, and Community PrideFood & DiningLondon South Asian community gears up for Janmashtami as Sikh Federation calls for custody inquiryFood & DiningLondon's Indian Dining Scene Celebrated as Sikh Community Demands Inquiry and Bangladeshis Score East London Electoral GainsCommunity & OrganizationsLondon's South Asian Communities Mark Grief, Justice, and Historic Political Gains
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New in town
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Elephant & Barrel
A new venue called Elephant & Barrel has opened in the Stockwell neighbourhood of London, bringing together British pub culture and Indian cuisine under one roof.
🆕 Now openKulfi Beauty
Kulfi Beauty, a cosmetics brand built on South Asian heritage and identity, is making its entry into the United Kingdom market through a partnership with premium beauty retailer Space NK.
🔜 Coming soonKulfi Beauty
South Asian‑founded beauty brand Kulfi Beauty is expanding to the United Kingdom, launching with premium retailer Space NK.
📋 Newly listedIndian Society @ Imperial College London
New association now on Desi.Net
📋 Newly listedLansbury Worthington (Arpita Patel - Consultant Immigration Solicitor)
New attorney now on Desi.Net
📋 Newly listedNara Solicitors (Sukhvinder Singh Nara)
New attorney now on Desi.Net
📋 Newly listedVWV (Nishil Patel - Immigration Partner)
New attorney now on Desi.Net
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Restaurant spotlight
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On screen
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Coming up
Onam · August 26
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