The writer is a social scientist, translator and book critic based in Lahore.
A tribute to the life and legacy of Sajjad Zaheer
Iffat Navaid’s autobiography is a virtual primer for young lovers
Rashad Mahmood’s biography illuminates Pakistan’s history across nine decades
A centenary tribute to Hemu Kalani
Fifty years after her passing, Mumtaz Shirin’s work continues to be a valuable contribution to the literary canon of her times
Amjad Islam Amjad’s luminous presence in literature and drama writing made him a towering figure in society
Mukhtar Siddiqui did not receive the appreciation his deserved during his time
An addition to partition literature in translation
The interview with Masood Ashar was done on February 12, 2021, on his 90th birthday but remained unpublished in his lifetime.
Gopi Chand Narang, the literary icon, passed away on June 15
Bushra Rahman’s memorable work will keep her alive in the hearts of her admirers for years to come
Afra Bukhari’s powerful voice will be heard for a long time to come
Camilla Royale looks at the life and times of Friedrich Engels
Exploring the works of poet Mustafa Zaidi
Tagore’s message of brotherhood, freedom, justice and progress can still be heard in parts of South Asia
Remembering Salam Macchlishahri, an often overlooked poet
Remembering Masood Ashar, a thinker par excellence, who wanted young people to always have a link with good art
Tribute to Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi, our Renaissance man who excelled in poetry, short-stories, column-writing, journalism and a novella
Understanding the life and legacy of Sibte Hasan
