Bangladesh’s interim government’s outreach to Pakistan is of concern to India. But Dhaka’s ties with the two countries are ...

Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, famous Urdu poet Waseem Barelvi and well-known humourist Popular Meeruthi are among the eminent names participating in the upcoming 56th edition of the ...

THE standards of Urdu have suffered a tangible lapse and we have come to terms with the tragedy. But one’s heart sinks when one listens to some so-called professors of Urdu mispronounce shehr aashob, ...

Muslims across India to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 on Monday, March 31 as Shawwal 1446 AH crescent sighted on Sunday; Delhi, ...

To be conferred the Jnanpith Award, Gulzar, one of India’s finest poets and lyricists, talks about his journey, working with ...

Instead of weaving words of praise or appreciation, she approaches him with a voice forged in pain, unheard, unnoticed. What makes this poem a memorable and celebrated piece, is the fact that it is ...

Muslims have been observing Ramadan, a time known for increased generosity. But in Pakistan's largest city, the spirit of Ramadan has also fueled a migration trend among charity seekers.

Over 30 years after Habib Jalib’s death, 'Dastoor' remains a protest anthem. In 2019, it resurfaced during anti-CAA ...

Today marks the 33rd death anniversary of Eshrat Rahmani, a celebrated Urdu poet known for his eloquent poetry and deep reflections on human emotions and social issues. Eshrat Rahmani was born on ...

Today marks the 33rd death anniversary of Eshrat Rahmani, a celebrated Urdu poet known for his eloquent poetry and deep ...

As Dr Ayub Qadri wrote, John English, the collector of Bareilly, was the prime mover behind the society, albeit covertly. It was one of the most active organisations, with its own printing press and ...

an Urdu translator and acting clerk in the Right to Information (RTI) section in a sub-divisional office in Jharkhand, by allegedly referring to him as “miyan-tiyan” and “Pakistani”, the daily noted. ...