He is one of the most popular poets in the contemporary Urdu scene, especially for his engaging performances at mushairas (poetry gatherings). His works often carry themes of love, rebellion ...

NISHTER is a Persian word and it means a lancet, a surgical knife or blade. The 72 nishters or lancets, or 72 heart-pricking couplets, of Mir Taqi Mir was the mantra in Urdu criticism ever since ...

A special performance and discussion in Mumbai will shine a light on the extended forms of Urdu poetry like masnavi, beyond ...

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