The Bronte Parsonage in EnglandBy: Ahmad Faruqui on June 19, 2018I was standing in front of a plain dining table in the Bronte Parsonage in the village of Haworth, in Yorkshire, England. The Bronte sisters, arguably England’s most famous literary family, had written all their great novels and poems on that table. I was awestruck at the simplicity of their lives. The site is visited by hundreds of thousands of “literary pilgrims” every year who are presumably … [Read more...] about The Bronte Parsonage in England
Thoughtful journey of a soldier who lost his leg in War on TerrorBy: Tahir Mehmood on June 19, 2018The parting moments were unexplainable to both of them. They were sipping coffee, gazing around, and occasionally talking. It was a cold dark night of misty December. He was to catch a train scheduled for departure to the front at midnight. There would be many like him, sitting in the train leaving behind life that was no more to be their fortune. His mind was divided between her thoughts and … [Read more...] about Thoughtful journey of a soldier who lost his leg in War on Terror
Lahnga Mandi — a musical treat inside Taxali GateBy: Tania Qureshi on June 16, 2018Musical tunes, pleasing melodies, rhythms of life, harmonious beats, colourful flutes, tabla, dholak, harmoniums, daf and many other melodic instruments and tunes would welcome you upon entering this popular bazaar inside Taxali gate of Walled City of Lahore. You will be surrounded by numerous spell bounding real tunes and compositions which would make your mood pleasant, as music is soothing for … [Read more...] about Lahnga Mandi — a musical treat inside Taxali Gate
For the love of bangles: accessorising yourself this EidBy: Rahat Javed on June 16, 2018Bangles are considered your ever-green, traditional go-to accessories that have been adorning the arms of women since the beginning of time. Over the centuries, women have been using bangles as an important part of their getup. There is no age limit to its usage, but it is mandatory for a newly married bride to decorate herself with bangles made of glass, gold, wood, plastic, platinum, or even … [Read more...] about For the love of bangles: accessorising yourself this Eid
Gali Surjan Singh — an amazing street of LahoreBy: Tania Qureshi on June 15, 2018You must have heard that the Walled City of Lahore has narrow, curvy, tiny, tangled and strange streets which lead you to huge bazaars and famous chowks. It is indeed true and to believe this you need to experience it. The streets of the walled city are unusual, and if you enter in one, it will lead you to another gate without letting you feel the length you have walked. Interestingly, I got to … [Read more...] about Gali Surjan Singh — an amazing street of Lahore
Let’s remember the poor ones this EidBy: Noreen Malik on June 15, 2018Indeed, one of the greatest acts of kindness is giving the charity for the poor ones. In Islam, we can read a number of incidents which show the importance of charity. Helping others is a trait that is encouraged by our religion. Moreover, our Beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) commanded Muslims to help those in need and distress. Eid is the time to revive your bonds and connections with … [Read more...] about Let’s remember the poor ones this Eid
How do I fly?By: Marryam Suleman on June 15, 2018Oh you the lovey-dovey bird Come, see me fly, With the wings I borrowed Squeaking and chirping, All set to take my flight How clichéd O you lovey-dovey bird Tell me! How do I fly? With the wings I borrowed Squeaking and chirping, For I can steal from you Your wings, your squeaks But your happiness O the lovey-dovey bird I am restless, And you so … [Read more...] about How do I fly?
For the love of bangles: accessorising yourself this EidBy: Rahat Javed on June 14, 2018Bangles are considered your ever-green, traditional go-to accessories that have been adorning the arms of women since the beginning of time. Over the centuries, women have been using bangles as an important part of their getup. There is no age limit to its usage, but it is mandatory for a newly married bride to decorate herself with bangles made of glass, gold, wood, plastic, platinum, or even … [Read more...] about For the love of bangles: accessorising yourself this Eid
Wali and the door of the ancestorsBy: Nayyab Sarwar on June 14, 2018Aqeeq, the Blue Dragon — Chapter #3: The door was carved out of burnt oak; it was large and singed at the edges. "Aah this door, it was made to withstand dragon fire," Grampa croaked as he traced his index finger over its rugged frame. His voice had started to break from exhaustion. "This wood is special Wali, it can never be replicated. You are its guardian now. It belonged to the ancestors of … [Read more...] about Wali and the door of the ancestors
At the crossroadsBy: Adil Yousaf Khan on June 14, 2018I was there, looking at you. You looked beautiful, like a paper floating in the scars of the road during the rain. You looked more beautiful when you looked at me. Why did we smile to each other? Perhaps, a fool gets excited in the presence of another fool. We were both foolish not to use our umbrellas. Everyone was hiding behind the ironed curtains of the shops, stuffed like those poor school … [Read more...] about At the crossroads
