Cities of Pakistan: A Brief History
The city of Lahore stands as a testament to the rich and grandeur of the Mughal era, proudly preserving the cultural legacy of this majestic dynasty. As one of the…
Nisar Main Teri Galiyoun Ke with English Translation | Poetry by Faiz Ahmad Faiz
Nisar Main Teri Galiyoun Ke is one of Faiz Ahmad Faiz’s most iconic works, written…
Pakistan’s Betrayal of the Palestinian Cause
As Pakistan joins U.S. in President Trump's Peace Plan for Gaza, we reflect on what…
The 13 Gates of Lahore
The gates of Lahore are a remarkable testament to the city’s rich historical and cultural…
We Reject Western Civilisation
We reject the values and the institutions that have oppressed, crippled and neglected us. We…
Dono Jahan Teri Mohabbat Mein Haar Ke | Faiz Ahmad Faiz
'Dono jahan teri mohabbat mein haar ke' is an Urdu Ghazal by the Pakistani poet, Faiz Ahmed Faiz.…
If I Must Die | Refaat Alareer | In Urdu & Pakistani Local Languages
'If I Must Die' was penned by the Palestinian poet and professor Refaat Alareer in 2011. We have translated If…
Ana Min Hunak (I Am From There) | Mahmoud Darwish | In Urdu & Pakistani Local Languages
The famous poem Ana Min Hunak (I Am From There) by Palestinian poet and author Mahmoud Darwish (1941–2008) expresses a…
Aye Shareef Insano | Sahir Ludhianvi
Aye Shareef Insano is a nazm by Sahir Ludhianvi against war. This masterpiece brings out the pain, agony, destruction and…
Aye Khaak Nasheenon Uth Baitho | Faiz Ahmad Faiz
Aye khaak nasheenon uth baitho (also known as Tirana) is an Urdu poem by the famous Pakistani Poet, Faiz Ahmad…
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The 27th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan
The 27th Amendment consolidates power with the military by restructuring judiciary, formalising military dominance, and granting lifetime immunity to those at the top of the political and military hierarchy.…
Pakistan and Women | Challenges, Struggles & Realities
On International Women’s Day, we look at damning statistics that show the grim reality for…
The 7 Gates of Bahawalpur | Bahaaristan
The historic gates of Bahawalpur offer a glimpse into the city’s rich cultural and architectural…
Al Qadir Trust Case (£190 million case) against Imran Khan
Imran Khan has been sentenced to 14 years in prison, and his wife to 7…
War on Voters: Pattan’s Audit & Analysis Report on Pakistan General Elections 2024
Pattan audit report on Pakistan GE 2024 exposes the scale of election rigging during Elections…
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Book Review: Shah of Shahs by Ryszard Kapuściński
As Western imperialism pummels Iran, hoping for another regime change, Shah of Shahs provides valuables insight on the rottenness of the imperialist-backed Pahlavi dynasty, leading to its overthrow.…
Aakhri Aadmi Ka Rajaz | Iftikhar Arif
Aadkhri aadmi ka rajaz (the last man’s vaunt) is an Urdu nazam by Iftikhar Arif in which he confronts the reckless tyrannies which demoralize the unprotected masses governed by the…
Oh Rascal Children of Gaza | Khaled Juma | In Urdu & Pakistani Local Languages
‘Oh Rascal Children of Gaza’ was penned by the Palestinian Poet and Writer Khaled Juma during the Israeli bombardment of Gaza in Operation Protective Edge, and first published on August…
Sochne Do | Faiz Ahmad Faiz
Sochne Do (also known as ik zara sochne do) is an Urdu poem by Faiz Ahmed Faiz.…
Mujhse Pehli Si Mohabbat Mere Mehboob Na Maang | Faiz Ahmad Faiz
'Mujhse pehli si mohabbat' is Faiz Ahmed Faiz at his most haunting — blending love with the political, turning personal longing into a cry against social injustice.…
Muhasara | Ahmad Faraz
Muhasara is a powerful poem written by Ahmad Faraz against Zia Ul Haq's military regime.…
Gulon Mein Rang Bhare | Ghazal by Faiz Ahmad Faiz
Gulon mein rang bhare was written by Faiz when he was in jail, accused in the Rawalpindi conspiracy case, for which he could have been hanged.…
