Izat Ali Khan, an adorable 8-years-old classical singer By: Sanjay Mathrani on October 11, 2018HYDERABAD: On an invitation to Radio Pakistan Hyderabad, I saw a little boy performing classical song for radio program, I was shocked at the style he was singing classical tunes. My interest led me to know more about his keen interest in music in this digital era. The 8-years-old Izat Ali Khan, cute with the overload smartness, is a primary school student and is taking musical classes from … [Read more...] about Izat Ali Khan, an adorable 8-years-old classical singer
Film review: Indus BluesBy: Sania Zeb on October 11, 2018The film Indus Blues is a magical ride down the road of our rich cultural diversity and heritage. It takes our soul to the highest points of delight and serenity, where it makes us feel the beauty of the life we hold. The village culture portrayed in the film from the northwest areas of Pakistan down to the southern areas brings back a culture on verge of being lost in the blatant modern music … [Read more...] about Film review: Indus Blues
Beauty expectations harm womenBy: Aroosa Younis on October 3, 2018Beauty? I don’t fit the definition of beauty. I have an inflated nose and small eyes. I covered my “flaws” by stuffing my inner self with goodness, but that wasn’t sufficient. I looked at myself in the mirror – tanned color, chapped lips, swollen eyes with dark circles – I looked like someone still living in the Stone Age. “Why would somebody love this ugly girl,” I murmured to myself. I … [Read more...] about Beauty expectations harm women
Mast Qalandar: A visit to Shahbaz Qalandar’s shrineBy: Sanjay Mathrani on September 16, 2018 Decorated with Kashi tiles, silver and gold, Lal Shahbaz Qalandar’s shrine was built in 1356. From the shrine’s first gate to the main entrance, I lost myself in its spiritual presence. Though Qalandar, a Sufi saint and poet, was born in Maiwand in Afghanistan, his shrine is in Sehwan, a city located in the Jamshoro district of Sindh. People from different areas of Pakistan and other … [Read more...] about Mast Qalandar: A visit to Shahbaz Qalandar’s shrine
Glimpses of the beautiful culture of KashmirBy: Aasma Chohan on August 18, 2018Kashmir, the region surrounded by Himalayas and Karakoram mountains is blessed with overloaded beauty and rich culture. Here are some of the amazing things in Kashmir culture Phiren and poots represent the most unique culture of Kashmir. Kashmiris love to wear this traditional dress. In summer season these phiren and poots are made of cotton and in winter these are made of wool. Kashmiris also … [Read more...] about Glimpses of the beautiful culture of Kashmir
AghamKot: A forgotten archaeological site of SindhBy: Muhammad Sultan Dars on August 2, 2018The historical sites are said to have great leverage to attract tourist, and boost the economy. The progressed nations of developed countries, recognize past, preserve and learnt from it, and move to future. They value heritage and show to the world with proud. Centuries old, Egyptian pyramids are still serving soil. This archaeological site attracted 14.7 million tourists by last … [Read more...] about AghamKot: A forgotten archaeological site of Sindh
How Margaret Bourke-White gave a face to Indian partitionBy: Ammara Ahmad on August 1, 2018Margaret Bourke-White was an American photojournalist who came to India in 1947 to photograph Mohandas Gandhi and capture the migration between East and West Punjab. The photos she took have now gained an iconic status because there are very few images available of the mass exodus. Bourke-White, a pioneer who risked her life for bringing forth the most intimate peek into the summer of 1947, is … [Read more...] about How Margaret Bourke-White gave a face to Indian partition
Dreams painted on rocksBy: Sadia N Qazi on July 31, 2018The importance of education is undeniable. It is a movement from darkness to light. In the socioeconomic scenario of today’s world, education is the key to open the doors of development and opportunities. It is hard fact that anyone having basic reading, writing and arithmetic capabilities are more likely to cultivate and procure other imperative life skills which are inevitable for a skillful and … [Read more...] about Dreams painted on rocks
To the writers — listen to the voices in your headBy: Shabana Mahfooz on June 9, 2018‘What is it with the urge to write at 2am?’ A friend posted in a common group of writers and bloggers. For some, her dilemma may be difficult to comprehend – a compulsive drive to pen words at crazy hours. But any writer – whether an author, a journalist or a poet – understands. Writers are very picky. Those passionate about their tryst with words cannot write on just anything, or anytime. They … [Read more...] about To the writers — listen to the voices in your head
What it’s really like to be a female photographerBy: Maria Amir on June 8, 2018To capture the moment is the story; I fail to put into words. The people who make up today’s thriving photographic community are our eyes to the world. In my opinion, photography just like any other medium is an exploration of the artist’s pursuit of self-discovery. This medium had given me a way to express myself and to showcase the world through my eyes – full of love, happiness and serenity. … [Read more...] about What it’s really like to be a female photographer
