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Why London restaurant Veeraswamy’s got a notice from the Crown Estate

Veeraswamy, a famous Indian restaurant in London, is facing eviction from its premises by the Crown Estate. The Crown Estate cites the need for renovations as the reason for not renewing the lease. Ranjit Mathrani, the restaurant's owner, claims that the treatment reflects culinary discrimination against Indian cuisine. Mathrani has…

The Economic Times · 23h ago

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The Independent UK · Oct 16

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The Independent UK · Oct 15

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The Independent UK · Oct 9

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The Independent UK · Oct 9

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor granted £302,000 compensation after Royal Lodge lease surrendered

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Evening Standard · Oct 9

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Evening Standard · Oct 9

UK's oldest Indian restaurant owner accuses Crown Estate of not valuing curry traditions

Ranjit Mathrani, the owner of Veeraswamy, is taking legal action against the Crown Estate over lease refusal. He believes this reflects an undervaluation of Indian culinary traditions compared to European cuisine. The restaurant has a significant historical background with notable patrons, including Indian leaders. The Crown Estate maintains its decision…

The Times of India · Oct 7

Vegetation returned after dredged mud was placed on a damaged saltmarsh

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The Times of India · Sep 18

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The Independent UK · Sep 1