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Gulzar’s Top Achievements: Awards and Recognition

In the sprawling world of Bollywood, few names resonate with as much grace and artistry as Gulzar. Born Sampooran Singh Kalra on August 18, 1934, Gulzar has donned many hats — poet, lyricist, scriptwriter, director, and author. Known for his mastery over language and his ability to weave emotions into words, Gulzar has significantly influenced Indian cinema and literature. His contributions have transcended time, leaving an indelible mark on millions of hearts. This article explores the journey of Gulzar, his poetic brilliance, and how he became an iconic figure in Indian cinema.

Early Life and Literary Beginnings:

Gulzar’s journey is one of resilience and passion. Born in a small town in British India, he witnessed the horrors of the Partition, an event that deeply influenced his writing. His love for literature blossomed early, and he found solace in the works of great Urdu and Hindi poets like Mirza Ghalib, Allama Iqbal, and Rabindranath Tagore.

Gulzar’s initial foray into the arts wasn’t without struggles. After moving to Mumbai, he worked in a garage while penning poetry in his free time. His big break came when he was introduced to music director S.D. Burman, who recognized his talent and offered him an opportunity to write lyrics for the 1963 film Bandini. The song “Mora Gora Ang Lai Le” marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career.

Crafting a Poetic Legacy in Bollywood:

Gulzar’s lyrics are a blend of simplicity and profound depth. His ability to communicate complex emotions through everyday language is unparalleled. Songs like “Tujhse Naraz Nahin Zindagi” from Masoom and “Tere Bina Zindagi Se” from Aandhi exemplify his poetic sensibility.

A hallmark of Gulzar’s writing is his use of metaphors and imagery. He brings a poetic perspective to life’s everyday moments, elevating them to universal themes of love, loss, and longing. His words are not merely lyrics but a narrative that complements the mood and essence of the films.

Some of his most iconic collaborations were with R.D. Burman, creating timeless melodies such as “Musafir Hoon Yaaron” (Parichay), “Aane Wala Pal” (Golmaal), and “Do Naina Ek Kahani” (Masoom). Each of these songs carries Gulzar’s signature touch — emotive, poignant, and enduring.

Expanding Horizons: Filmmaking and Direction

While Gulzar gained immense popularity as a lyricist, he didn’t limit himself to songwriting. He ventured into filmmaking, crafting movies that were as poetic as his lyrics. Films like Aandhi (1975), Mausam (1975), and Ijaazat (1987) showcased his storytelling prowess, where every frame was infused with his poetic vision.

His directorial ventures often explored themes of human relationships, societal expectations, and inner conflicts. For instance, Ijaazat delves into the complexities of love and letting go, while Aandhi is a nuanced take on the personal sacrifices demanded by political ambition.

Gulzar’s transition from writing to filmmaking allowed him to expand his artistic expression. His films, much like his songs, struck a chord with audiences and critics alike, earning him multiple National Film Awards.

The Timelessness of Gulzar’s Work:

What sets Gulzar apart is the timeless quality of his work. His songs, written decades ago, remain relevant today. Tracks like “Chaiyya Chaiyya” from Dil Se and “Beedi Jalaile” from Omkara demonstrate his versatility in writing for different genres and generations.

Gulzar’s ability to adapt to changing times while staying true to his poetic roots is remarkable. Whether writing for soulful melodies or high-energy dance numbers, his lyrics always maintain their poetic essence. His work bridges the gap between traditional and contemporary music, making it relatable to audiences of all ages.

Gulzar’s Global Recognition:

Gulzar’s contributions have not gone unnoticed internationally. He was awarded an Academy Award and a Grammy for penning the lyrics of “Jai Ho” from Slumdog Millionaire, in collaboration with A.R. Rahman. This achievement further cemented his status as a global icon.

In addition to these accolades, Gulzar has been honored with numerous national awards, including the Padma Bhushan and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. His body of work is a testament to his unparalleled artistry and dedication to his craft.

Legacy and Influence:

Beyond his individual contributions, Gulzar’s influence on Indian cinema and literature is immeasurable. His daughter, Meghna Gulzar, continues his legacy in the world of filmmaking, creating impactful movies like Raazi and Chhapaak. Their collaborations showcase how Gulzar’s artistic ethos has inspired and shaped the next generation.

Moreover, Gulzar has inspired countless poets, lyricists, and filmmakers who see him as a beacon of creativity and excellence. His works are studied and celebrated in literary and cinematic circles, ensuring that his legacy endures.

Conclusion:

Gulzar journey from a young poet in post-Partition India to a stalwart of Bollywood and global cinema is a story of talent, passion, and perseverance. His poetic brilliance has touched the hearts of millions, making him a cultural icon whose work will continue to inspire generations.

Immerse yourself in the magic of Gulzar’s words. Listen to his timeless tracks on Spotify, revisit his classic films, and dive into his poetry to experience the depth of his artistry. Let Gulzar’s world of emotions, metaphors, and stories take you on an unforgettable journey.

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Culture of Hyderabad - The City of Nizams!

Hyderabad, famously known as the "City of Nizams," is a vibrant fusion of historical legacy and modern dynamism. Founded in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the city's cultural heritage has been significantly shaped by its illustrious Nizami rulers, creating a unique amalgamation of North and South Indian influences.

Historical Significance The grandeur of Hyderabad’s past is reflected in its iconic landmarks such as Charminar, Golconda Fort, and the Qutb Shahi Tombs. These structures exhibit a stunning blend of Persian, Mughal, and indigenous architectural styles, serving as a testament to the city’s rich and diverse history under the Nizams' patronage.

Language and Literature Hyderabad is a linguistic mosaic where Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, and English coexist harmoniously. Urdu holds a special place due to its literary and poetic significance. The city has been a nurturing ground for eminent poets and writers like Mirza Ghalib and Amjad Hyderabadi. Events like literary festivals and mushairas (poetry recitals) celebrate the city’s vibrant literary tradition.

Music and Dance The musical heritage of Hyderabad is equally illustrious, with both Carnatic and Hindustani classical music thriving here. The city hosts numerous concerts and festivals, celebrating these traditional music forms. Dance forms like Kuchipudi and Kathak are also integral to Hyderabad’s cultural fabric, with several academies dedicated to preserving these arts.

Festivals Hyderabad's cultural diversity is showcased through its numerous festivals:

Diwali: Celebrated with dazzling lights and grand festivities.

Bonalu: A vibrant Telangana festival dedicated to Goddess Mahakali, featuring colorful processions and folk dances.

Makar Sankranti: Known for kite flying and traditional sweets, heralding the harvest season.

Cuisine Hyderabadi cuisine is globally acclaimed, known for its aromatic biryanis, succulent kebabs, and delightful sweets like Qubani ka Meetha and Double Ka Meetha. The iconic Hyderabadi Biryani, a blend of Mughlai and Andhra flavors, stands as a symbol of the city’s rich culinary tradition.

Art and Craft Hyderabad boasts a thriving art scene, with traditional crafts such as Bidriware, Pochampally ikat, and Hyderabadi pearls. Markets like Laad Bazaar and Shilparamam display the city’s artisanal heritage, offering intricate jewelry, textiles, and handicrafts.

Modern Hyderabad While deeply rooted in history, Hyderabad has embraced modernity and innovation. Known as "Cyberabad" due to its booming IT industry, the city features sprawling tech parks and contemporary infrastructure. This technological growth has attracted a global workforce, enhancing the city’s cultural diversity.

Accommodation

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Conclusion Hyderabad's blend of ancient traditions and contemporary influences creates a city that is truly unique. Its rich history, diverse culture, and rapid modernization ensure that the legacy of the Nizams thrives in the heart of modern India. Whether exploring historic landmarks, savoring delicious cuisine, or engaging in the vibrant arts scene, Hyderabad offers an unforgettable cultural experience.

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Javed Khan Amrohi Wife, Son, Death, Age, Family, Biography & More

Javed Khan Amrohi Wife, and Son:- In this blog, we provide all the information about Javed Khan Amrohi  Wife, His children's details, Family Details, relationships, and son's name, all of these details you read here. Firstly we talking about Javed Khan Amrohi an Indian film and television actor. He started his acting career in theater in the 1970s and later appeared in films. he worked in a number of theatrical movies over 150 films. He was born in Mumbai on 24 March 1949 and died on 14th February 2023 due to lung failure. He left his son and a daughter, and a wife after his death.

Who is Javed Khan Amrohi Wife?

Veteran Bollywood television actor Javed Khan Amrohi wife name is not been publically revealed as of now. We trying our best to find the name of the wife of Javed Khan Amrohi. Javed Khan Amrohi was married and also his a son and a daughter. People are regularly searching for their wife & children's information. Javed Khan died in Mumbai at the age of 73 years. He suffered from lung cancer and was admitted to the Surya nursing home in Santa Cruz. He was suffering from many health problems and died on 14th February 2023.

Javed Khan Amrohi Children, Son. Daughter Name

Did Javed Khan Amrohi Have Children? Yes! he has one son and a daughter. Their names are not revealed yet, so we update soon all the details later.

Javed Khan Amrohi Family Details (Father, Mother)

Javed Khan Amrohi's parents' information is not mentioned yet as of now, because his father's and mother's names are not available on the internet.

Career of Javed Khan Amrohi & Biography

Javed Khan best known for his acting in "Nukkad" and "Lagaan" dies. He started his acting career with Jalte Badan in 1973 and did the role of a college student. After that, he acted in many movies like Ram Bharose (1977), Alibaba Marjinaa (1977), Doosra Aadmi, Satya, Shivam Sundaram, Prem Bandhan, Jhoota Kahin Ka, and many more movies. Amrohi is best known for his roles in Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001), Andaz Apna Apna (1994), and Chak De! India (2007) and nominated for Academy Award. He also worked in TV series such as Mirza Ghalib, and Karim (the barber) in Nukkad.

Javed Khan Amrohi in Phir Hera Pheri 2006

Javed Khan Amrohi in Lagaan In this blog, we read all about  Javed Khan Amrohi Wife & Children details.  Read the full article

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HAVE YOU EVER TRIED POPULAR MUSEUMS IN DELHI?

Delhi is home to many prestigious museums. Most travellers often ignore them while visiting this majestic city and regret it later. Oops!!! There is a people's mindset that they are boring and a waste of time. But my friend, you got this wrong.

Delhi – Dilwalon Ki! It itself explains everything as it is famous for its rich culture, monuments and mouth-watering food. No matter what, the Indian Capital always stands out of the queue. You can never get tired of this majestic city if you get to know when and where to roam around. Apart from that, Do you know one thing? Delhi is home to many prestigious museums. Most travellers often ignore…

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kind of a weird request...i'm indian and i wanna read stuff by indian authors, but i don't really know where to look asfkijfmfnjfi so do you have recs by indian authors?

hi nonnie! i have a few recs for indian authors, but i would also suggest looking in goodreads as they have some good lists there!

born confused by tanuja desai hidier

the two krishnas by ghalib shiraz dhalla

enter title here by rahul kanakia 

my so called bollywood life by nisha sharma 

qala academy by tanaz bhatena

she of the mountains by vivek shraya

when dimple met rishi by sandhya menon 

soulmated by shaila patel 

the gilded wolves by roshani chokshi

a life apart by neel mukherjee 

a thousand dreams within me softly burn by sahil sood 

blue boy by rakesh satyal 

the boy and the bindi by vivek shraya 

bright lines by tanwi nandini islam 

the city of devi by manil suri 

high noon and the body by kyla pasha 

ode to lata by ghalib shiraz dhalla 

the world unseen by shamim sarif

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Sunny Side Up by Sunayana Kachroo Bhide

About the book

'Sunny Side Up’ chronicles the poetic journey of the poet Sunayana Kachroo. It is a collection of poems encompassing various aspects like; homelessness, gender issues, South-Asian Identity, narratives of love, heartache, grief, pain, and healing. The style of poetry follows modern poetry’s aesthetic and accessibility. Renowned Parliamentarian, Author Shri Shashi Tharoor describes it as moving poetry that implores us to hope, despite it all. Scientist-Author Padmashri Shri Subhash Kak notes that Vitasta courses through Poet’s veins although its flow fills her up with wistfulness all over her body and she speaks of deep spiritual experience. This is Sunayana Kachroo’s second book of poems. Her first book “ Waqt Se Pare-Beyond Time” is available online.

About the author

Sunayana Kachroo is an award-winning Producer, Poet, Film writer, Lyricist, and Columnist. She writes in Hindi, English, and Kashmiri languages. She has been invited as a featured Poet and Panelist at the prestigious “Bangalore Literature Festival, Harvard University’s Poetry meet- by South Asia Institute, Indian Consulate General – New York, Chicago; Ghalib Academy Delhi, and Dakani Adab Foundation. She is the co-creator of the poetry show “Zikr Uska”. Sunayana has collaborated with artists like Sonu Nigam, Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan, Ali Sethi, Ankit Tiwari, Harshdeep Kaur, Anuradha Palakurthi. She has written for award-winning films like Half Widow, The Illegal, Gaash, In Search of America, which have been screened at many prestigious film festivals like Cannes, MAMI, and Austin Film Festival.

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It is a matter of great pride for the Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) that Dr. Abdul Naseeb Khan and Dr Khalid Javed of the university have been conferred with Uttar Pradesh Urdu Academy Award (Rs.One Lakh and citation). Vice Chancellor Prof. Najma Akhtar extended her heartiest congratulations to both the awardees. Dr Abdul Naseeb Khan who is currently working as the Secretary to the Vice Chancellor, JMI has been given ‘Award for Translation’. He has to his credit translations of Ghalib’s Urdu poetry, Premchand’s stories, urdu novels, critical urdu writings and several modern urdu poets. He has also been a recipient of Delhi Urdu Academy award for translation in the year 2018. He holds PhD on translation of modern urdu poetry into english. Dr Khalid Javed a Professor, Urdu Department, JMI received the award for Urdu Fiction. He has also been a recipient of Delhi Urdu Academy Award for Fiction in the year 2018. He has authored three very famous novels- ‘Maut Ki Kitab’, ‘Nematkhana’ and ‘Ek Khanjar Paani Me’. His story ‘Aakhri Dawat’ translated as ‘The Last Supper’ by Abdul Naseeb Khan is on the syllabus of Urdu in Princeton University, USA. His ‘Maut Ki Kitab’ has also been translated as the ‘Book of Death’ by Abdul Naseeb Khan. Besides, Prof. Khalid Mahmood, a Retired Professor of the Deptt of Urdu,JMI has also bagged a prize for his book ‘ Nuqush-e-Mani’. Via: @jmientrance (at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi) https://www.instagram.com/jmientrance/p/CXnroCSPGTf/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Delhiwale: A Ghalib lover’s life and his unnoticed farewell

Going back to his early days, Mr Waseem recalled: “I gave up my working life about a decade ago after which I decided to spend the rest of my life reading.”

At some point, Mr Waseem was a furniture polisher and an “all-round painter” in Mumbai. He also briefly lived in Dubai. But it was Delhi he headed to after leaving his hometown Kanpur decades ago.

“I must have been 20 then. I’m sure my brothers must still be living in Kanpur but I haven’t had any contact with them for a very long time. I like living alone.”

Mr Waseem never married. “I never had mohabbat (romance) with anyone… Sometimes, I think I could have experienced at least one relationship but I’m a traveller unable to set roots anywhere.”

Before his eyesight dimmed a few years ago, Mr Waseem would re-read his favourite novelists — Premchand, Krishan Chander, Khwaja Ahmad Abbas and Diptee Nazir Ahmad Dehlvi. “These writers had a style that brought me closer to the realities of our world.” The Ghalib Academy often hosts poetry mushairas in its large auditorium in the evenings. It’s rarely a full house, but we always spotted Mr Waseem in a seat at the back. Sometimes, he would be dozing.

In the evening, he would kill the hours sitting by a pavement tea stall just outside the Ghalib Academy. “It was there that he passed away one evening while having chai… his head just fell to one side,” the bookstall man told us. Mr Waseem’s relatives from Kanpur attended his burial, he added.

While talking to us, Mr Waseem had also said: “I have no pain, no suitcases and no burdens. My end depends on the will of God. Until then I will continue to be in this library.”

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Notes on Poetry from India (1)

Notes on Poetry from India (1)

In the September 2007 edition of Poetry, R. Parthasarathy edited an “Indian Poetry Portfolio” accompanied by his essay titled “Indian Poetry Today.” I note salient points from that essay here.

India’s National Academy of Letters (Sahitya Akademi) recognizes twenty-four languages, including English. The poems showcased by Parthasarathy represent thirteen of them.

After Ghalib (1797 – 1869),…

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Remembering Faiz Ahmad Faiz on his 33rd death anniversary.

The man who kindled and inspired human conscience. Faiz shall be remembered for all times to come; As an acclaimed poet, progressive visionary, rational philosopher, peace activist, inspiring teacher, a great mentor and a symbol of hope for all those who continue to strive for a just & pluralistic society based on social justice and equality.

Faiz Ahmad Faiz (born 13 February 1911 – 20 November 1984) MBE, NI, Lenin Peace Prize was a Pakistani intellectual, revolutionary poet, and author, and one of the most celebrated writers of the Urdu language, having been nominated for the Nobel Prize for literature. Faiz also wrote poetry in the Punjabi language. A notable member of the Progressive Writers' Movement (PWM), Faiz was an avowed Marxist, and he received the Lenin Peace Prize by the Soviet Union in 1962.

Faiz was identified as an opponent of the Prime minister Liaquat Ali Khan's government in the Rawalpindi conspiracy case, along with the left-wing military sponsor Major-General Akbar Khan. The Military police arrested Faiz as a result, held to trial by its JAG branch, and given a long sentence. These were commuted after the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan in 1951.

His work remains influential in Pakistan literature and arts. Faiz's literary work was posthumously publicly honoured when the Pakistan Government conferred upon him the nation's highest civil award, Nishan-e-Imtiaz, in 1990.

Plays, Music, and dramatic productions on Faiz-

"Hum Dekhenge" by Iqbal Bano

Sheeshon ka Maseeha by Omer Khawaja and Shabana Azmi.

Dard Aayega Dabe Paon by Sheela Bhatiya.

Kuchh Ishq kiya Kuchh Kaam written by Danish Iqbal and staged by IPTA Delhi. This multi-media Stage Production was premiered at the Sri Ram centre, New Delhi on 11 November 2011. The Play is a Celebration of Faiz's Poetry and featured events from the early part of his life, particularly the events and incidents of pre-independence days which shaped his life and ideals. Directed by K K Kohli the musical Production featured Artists like Shamir Abadan, Jaishri Sethi, Dr Naseem, Izhar, Minhaj, Prateek Kapoor, Twinkle Khanna and Amit Bajaj in lead roles. The script was the first part of a Faiz trilogy written by Danish Iqbal on the occasion of the Faiz Centenary Celebrations.

Chand Roz Aur Meri Jaan – A dramatised reading of Faiz's letter and letters written by his wife Alys Faiz. This Production was initially done at the start of his birth centenary celebrations at India Habitat Center, New Delhi by Danish Iqbal and Salima Raza. 'Chand Roz Aur Meri Jaan' was also done at Amritsar Faiz Festival organised by Preet Ladi, at Punjab Natshala, Amritsar, on 6 October 2011. This time it was done by Suchitra Gupta and Danish Iqbal.

2011 Drama Festival of Delhi Urdu Academy is basically devoted to Productions about Faiz. Apart from 'Kuchh Ishq kiya Kuchh Kaam' by IPTA, Delhi and 'Chand Roz Aur Meri Jaan' by Wings Cultural Society, this Festival will also feature Plays by Peirreot's Troupe on Faiz, namely 'Jo Dil Pe Guzarti Hai'. The festival also presented, for the first time on stage 'Tera Bayaan Ghalib', directed by Dr Hadi Sarmadi and performed by Bahroop Arts Group, which was an adaptation of one of Faiz's few plays for the radio.

Ye Dagh Dagh Ujala A profound piece of poetry, written by Faiz Ahmad Faiz inspires Raj Amit Kumar to make a film Unfreedom which will be releasing on 29 May 2015 in North America. The idea behind Unfreedom came from the desire to express the lack of freedom in the socio-economic structure of our contemporary times.

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Mr. Narinder Singh has been working as an Audiographer/ Sound Designer in the film industry in Mumbai for more than 5 decades. Sir is a Gold Medalist in Sound Recording and Sound Engineering from FTII,  Pune.

He is associated with various genres of cinema like Feature films, Short films, documentaries,  Ads, corporate films etc.in various Languages like Hindi, English, Bangla, Marathi, and Punjabi.

He has a vast experience in working with Industry specialists like Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, Ramanand Sagar,  Chetan  Anand, Gulzar, Sai Paranjpye, Pamela Rooks, Prakash Mehra,  Mirza Ghalib, Kirdar,  Shrikant and many more.

Recipient of SCREEN Awards for Maachis n Hu tu tu.

Narinder Singh is honored by Lifetime Excellence Award by the Sound Association of India

and by the Punjab Government.

Come Join us for this month's Protalkz with Mr. Narinder Singh where he inspires & shares his Journey and insights he experienced over the years.

Venue: Soundideaz Academy, Mumbai

Date: Friday, 9th May 2019

Time: 4:00 pm

Contact: 7045781807 info@soundideazacademy.com

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#AbhishekVerma and #AncaVerma were the Chief Guests at 2nd national #HIJAMA convocation organised by #IHART Institute on 6th January 2019. Mr and Mrs Verma addressed the distinguished audience and congratulated the medical students and awarded graduation degrees to them. #VermaFamilyDiary (at Ghalib Academy) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsTThX0H92C/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=iq6sidsqcbtq

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Libraries in Karachi

  Public libraries

Al-Huda Library, Nazimabad

Al-Firdous Baldia Public Library, Baldia Town

Allama Iqbal Library

Baba-e-Urdu Kutubkhana

Board of Intermediate Karachi [1] Library, North Nazimabad [Timing:9:30 To 3:00 PM]

Children Library, Nazimabad

Community Center (Gulshan-e-Iqbal)

Defence Central Library, [2], Defence Housing Authority

Faiz-e-Aam Library, Lyari Town

Faran Club Library, Gulshan-e-Iqbal

Ghalib Library, Nazimabad

Hashim Gazder Library, Jamila Street, Ranchore Line

Hungooraabad Library, Hungooraabad, Lyari Town

Ibrahim Ali Bhai Auditorium & Library

Iqbal Shaheed Library, Behar Colony, Lyari Town

Iqra Library, New Kumhar Wara, Lyari Town

Jehangir Park Reading Room Library, Jehangir Park, Saddar Town

KMC Library

Liaquat National Memorial Library, Stadium Road

Lyari Municipal Library, Old Salater House, Lyari Town

Lyari Text Book Library, Chakiwara, Lyari Town

Mansoora Library, Dastagir Society, Federal B. Area

Moosa Lane Reading Room Library, Moosa Lane, Lyari Town

Moulana Hasrat Mohani Library, Usmanabad, Lyari Town

Mujahid Park Library, Rexer Line, Lyari Town

Nasir-Arif Hussain Memorial Library & Research Center, Gulberg Town

National Book Foundation Library

Nawa Lane Library, Gabol Park, Lyari Town

Noorani Welfare Library, Ranchore Line, Lyari Town

Pakistan National Centre Library

Rangoon Wala Hall and Community Centre Library, Dhoraji Colony

Sheikh Mufeed Library, Islamic Research Center, Allama Ibne Hassan Jarchvi Road, Block 6 FB Area. Karachi-75950

Sardar Abdul-Rab Nishtar Library, Near Lyari General Hospital, Lyari Town

Satellite Library, Sango Lane, Lyari Town

Shohada-e-Pakistan Library, Usmanabad, Lyari Town

Sindh Archives, Clifton

Super Market Library, Super Market, Liaquatabad

Syed Mehmood Shah Library, Lee Market, Lyari Town

Taimuriya Library

The Shia Imami Ismaili Community libraries in Different areas in Karachi. Kharader Library and Reading Room ESTD1908 1st Library in Karachi. its Academic library also, Kharader Ismaili Jamat Khana

Umer Lane Library, Umer Lane, Lyari Town

Bedil Library, 2-A Sharfabad Club Building, Sharfabad (B.M.C.H.Society)near Bahadurabad chorange, Phone no. 02134133212. Postal code 74800,timing 4p.m to 8p.m. LIBRARIAN: Muhammad Zubari Cell #: 0333-2374725

University libraries

DOW International Medical and Dental College (DUHS) Library, Karachi

Government College University (GC UniversityLibrary) Lahore

Central Library International Islamic University, Islamabad

Islamic Research Institute Library, International Islamic University (Old Campus) Islamabad

Bait-ul-Hikmah, Hamdard University

Dawah Academy library, Islamabad

Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology, University Road

Dr. Mahmood Hussain Library, Karachi University, University Road

NED University of Engineering and Technology Library, University Road

Usman Institute of Technology

Institute of Business Administration Library, Main & Garden Campus

Centre of Excellence in Marine Biology, University of Karachi

Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology, 90 & 100 Clifton, Karachi (SZABIST) Library

Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan, (ICMAP) library, Gulshan campus and city campus

Commecs school of accountancy library, shahreh-e-faisal, Karachi

Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture Library, Clifton

SAIMS (Sir Adamjee Institute) Library

Khan Bahadur Hassanallly Effendi (KBHE) Library, Sindh Madresatul Islam University

Academic libraries

Quaid-e-Azam Academy Library

Pakistan Institute of International Affairs Library

Institute of Business Management (IOBM) CBM

Historical libraries

Frere Market Library, Shahrah-e-Liaquat

Ghulam Hussain Khaliq Dinna Hall Library

Liaqat Hall Library

Max Denso Hall and Library

Special libraries

America Library, U.S. Consulate, Karachi

British Council Library

Chamber of Commerce & Industries Karachi Library, Awan-e-Tijarat

Dar-ul-Mutaleh Central Fire-Brigade Library, Lyari Town

High Court Bar Library, High Court Building, Court Road

Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Library, Dockyard Road

Karachi Theosophical Society Library, Jamshed Memorial Hall, M.A. Jinnah Road

National Bank of Pakistan Head office Library

National Museum Library

Pakistan Scientific and Technological Information Center

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Gulzar

Sampooran Singh Kalra (born 18 August 1934), known popularly by his pen name Gulzar, is an Indian poet, lyricist and director.[1] He primarily writes in Hindustani (Hindi-Urdu) and Punjabi; besides several dialects of Hindi such as Braj Bhasha, Khariboli, Haryanvi and Marwari. Gulzar was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2004 for his contribution to the arts and the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2002. He has won a number of National Film Awards and 20 Filmfare Awards. At the 81st Academy Awards, he won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Jai Ho" (shared with A.R.Rahman), for the film Slumdog Millionaire. On 31 January 2010, the same song won him a Grammy Award in the category of Grammy Award for Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media.

 Gulzar's poetry is partly published in three compilations: Chand Pukhraaj Ka, Raat Pashminey Ki and Pandrah Paanch Pachattar (15-05-75). His short stories are published in Raavi-paar (also known as Dustkhat in Pakistan) and Dhuan (smoke). As a lyricist, Gulzar is best known for his association with the music directors Rahul Dev Burman, A. R. Rahman and Vishal Bhardwaj. He has also worked with other leading Bollywood music directors including Sachin Dev Burman, Salil Chowdhury, Shankar Jaikishan, Hemant Kumar, Laxmikant-Pyarelal, Madan Mohan, Rajesh Roshan, Anu Malik, and Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy. Along with lyrics, he has also contributed in many films as script, story and dialogue writer. Films directed by him have also won numerous awards and have been critically acclaimed. He also had worked on small screen by creating series Mirza Ghalib and Tahreer Munshi Premchand ki among others. He wrote lyrics for several Doordarshan serials including Hello Zindagi, Potli Baba ki and Jungle Book.

Early life

Gulzar was born in a Kalra Arora Sikh family, to Makhan Singh Kalra and Sujan Kaur, in Dina, Jhelum District, British India, in what is now Pakistan. Before becoming an established writer, Sampooran worked in Mumbai as a car mechanic in a garage.[2] His father rebuked him from becoming a writer saying "As a writer you will have to depend on your brothers".[3] He took the pen name Gulzar Deenvi after becoming an author.

Career

Gulzar is best known in India as a lyricist for songs that form an integral part of Bollywood. He began his career under the directors Bimal Roy and Hrishikesh Mukherjee. His book Ravi Paar has a narrative of Bimal Roy and the agony of creation. Gulzar started his career as a songwriter with the music director Sachin Dev Burman for the movie Bandini (1963).[4] Shailendra who has penned rest of the songs of the movie urged Gulzar to write the song "Mora Gora Ang Layle". This was picturised on Nutan. Gulzar's most successful songs as a lyricist came out from his association with Sachin Dev Burman's son Rahul Dev Burman, whom he described as the anchor in his life.[5]Gulzar has had award-winning associations with the music directors Salil Chowdhury (Anand, Mere Apne), Madan Mohan (Mausam) and more recently with Vishal Bhardwaj (Maachis, Omkara, Kaminey), A. R. Rahman (Dil Se.., Guru, Slumdog Millionaire, Raavan) and Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy (Bunty aur Babli).

 Gulzar was a song writer or dialogue writer for several Doordarshan programmes for kids such as Jungle Book, Alice in Wonderland, Guchche and Potli Baba Ki with Vishal Bhardwaj. He has more recently written and narrated for the children's audiobook series Karadi Tales.[6] For the peace campaign (Aman ki Asha) jointly started by India's and Pakistan's leading media houses, he wrote the anthem "Nazar Main Rehte Ho", which was recorded by Shankar Mahadevan and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan.[7]Gulzar has written ghazals for Ghazal Maestro Jagjit Singh's albumbs "Marasim" and "Koi Baat Chale". Both these albums were a great success.

As director

After writing dialogues and screenplay for films like Aashirwad, Anand, Khamoshi and more, Gulzar directed his first film Mere Apne(1971). The film was a remake of Tapan Sinha's Bengali film Apanjan(1969). Meena Kumari played the lead role of Anandi Devi, an old widow caught in between the local fights of unemployed & tormented youngsters. Anandi Devi's death in one of the fights makes them realize the futility of violence. The film was rated "Above Average" at the Box Office.[8] He then directed Parichay and Koshish. Parichay was based on a Bengali novel, Rangeen Uttarain by Raj Kumar Maitra[9] and inspired from the Hollywood film The Sound of Music. Written by Gulzar, Koshish told a story full of struggle of a deaf-dumb couple. Sanjeev Kumar won National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in it.[10] Year 1973 saw his another directorial venture named Achanak. Inspired by the real-life sensational 1958 murder case KM Nanavati v State of Maharashtra,[11] the story writer K.A. Abbas earned a Filmfare nomination for Best Story.

 Gulzar's Aandhi, based on the Hindi novel "Kaali Aandhi" by Kamleshwar, told a story of a couple separated against the backdrop of politics. Along with various wins and nominations, the film also won Filmfare Critics Award for Best Movie. Although believed to be based on the life of Ex-Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, the film was based on life of Tarkeshwari Sinha.[12] However in the 1975's emergency, the film was banned from theatres.[9] Inspired from Sharat Chandra Chattopadhyay's Pandit Mashay was his next film Khushboo. Mausam that won National Award for 2nd Best Feature Film,[13] Filmfare Best Movie and Filmfare Best Director awards, along with other six Filmfare nominations was loosely based on the story "Weather", from the novel, The Judas Tree, by A.J. Cronin. Sharmila Tagore for her roles of Chanda and Kajli received The Silver Lotus Award at the 23rd National Film Festival. In his 1982's film Angoor, Gulzar took the story of Shakespeare's play The Comedy of Errors.

 None of the Gulzar's film were "Blockbuster Hits" on the Indian Box Office. His films told stories of human relationships entangled in social issues. Libaas was a story of extra-marital affair of an urban couple. Due to its objectionable subject the film never got released in India.[14] Mausam pictured a story of a father who tries to improve the life of his prostitute-daughter. In Maachis, a young Punjabi boy pick up to terrorism to fight the situations only to realize its temporary nature. Hu Tu Tu dealt with corruption in India and how a man decides to fight it.[15]Gulzar uses "flashback" in the narration of his stories very effectively (Aandhi, Mausam, Ijaazat, Machis, Hu Tu Tu). He also has mutual partnerships with various actors and other crew. The Gulzar - Sanjeev Kumar partnership resulted in few fine films (Koshish, Aandhi, Mausam, Angoor, Namkeen) which represent Sanjeev Kumar's finest work as an actor.[16] Actors like Jeetendra (Parichay, Khushboo, Kinara), Vinod Khanna (Achanak, Meera, Lekin) and Hema Malini (Khushboo, Kinara, Meera) worked with Gulzar to gain respectability as artists and delivered some of their best and most introspective work in films.[16] With his situational lyrics and quality music composed by various famous Bollywood musicians in Gulzar's films, his songs have always been the key point. R D Burman composed songs for almost all the movies directed by him in the 1970s and the 1980s (Parichay, Khushboo, Aandhi, Angoor, Ijaazat, Libaas). Many of their popular songs were sung by Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle. These include "Musafir Hoon Yaron" (Parichay), "Tere Bina Zindagi Se Koi" (Aandhi), and "Mera Kuch Samaan" (Ijaazat). Gulzar says,

"Music has a natural place in our lives. Right from the shloka you recite in your morning puja and the milkman who comes whistling on his cycle, to the fakir singing as he begs for alms and your mother humming around the kitchen...Music fills our spaces naturally. It will always be dear to us." [16]

Although an Urdu writer, Gulzar's directorial venture shows inspiration from various Bengali writers. In 1988, he directed an eponymous television serial Mirza Ghalib starring Naseeruddin Shah, shown on Indian television channel Doordarshan. About the serial he says,

"...My TV serial on poet `Ghalib' was based on history, though the earlier movie version treated him as a myth."[12]

As Poet

Gulzar has vast knowledge of Urdu Poetry. He is creator of a new type of stanza named as Triveni. Few examples of which are, 01-

"... ज़मीं भी उसकी,ज़मी की नेमतें उसकी,

ये सब उसी का है,घर भी,ये घर के बंदे भी,

खुदा से कहिये,कभी वो भी अपने घर आयें!"

02-

"...मां ने जिस चांद सी दुल्हन की दुआ दी थी मुझे,

आज की रात वह फ़ुटपाथ से देखा मैंने,

रात भर रोटी नज़र आया है वो चांद मुझे!"

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President Mamnoon Hussain inaugurated digital edition of Urdu dictionary in Islamabad

President Mamnoon Hussain has initiated advanced version of Urdu word reference in Islamabad today. The 22-volume lexicon, containing 264,000 words, will now be open overall on the web.

Talking on the event, the President said that starting this word reference has presented the Urdu dialect among the positions of worldwide dialects with full greatness.

He said the word reference is additionally intelligent of our one thousand years of social conventions and such activities will help ensure us against outside social intrusion.

The President communicated certainty that Urdu Dictionary Board will proceed with research to refresh the lexicon frequently. He wanted that voice abilities ought to be added to the lexicon to enable individuals to comprehend elocution of words.

Leader’s Advisor on National History and Cultural Heritage, Irfan Siddiqui, said the task has been finished in two years at a cost of 13.2 million rupees and work has been started for a rendition with mixed media abilities.

He said a condensed variant of the lexicon is being set up for youngsters while work is in being done to plan Lughat-e-Iqbal and Lughat-e-Ghalib, containing exceptional words utilized by the renowned writers in their verse.

Irfan Siddiqui said workplaces of Academy of Letters would be set up in Dadu, Muzaffarabad, Gilgit, FATA and Multan. He said that the National Book Foundation sold books worth 350 million rupees a year ago.

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The Netherlands Research School of Gender Studies had their research day conference on 26th May 2014 in Amsterdam. The day was titled – Doing Gender in the Netherlands: Feminism in Transition (Activism, Institutions and Canons). I was there to present a paper: Tumbling Wall: Adrienne Rich Dismantles a Male Form. My paper spoke about the ghazal, Ghalib, and Rich, focusing on the 60s, in America, the coming together of poet and poetic form.

It was pouring. Water dripped from the corners of my coat leaving little pools wherever I went. My boots squelched. Rain drops made concentric circles on the canal water. Everything looked so grey and grim. Inside the aged buildings of the UvA, underneath original beams, sitting on freshly draped white linen chairs, over cups of coffee and generously made butter cookies we talked of contrasts and constructive confrontation. It was a day when stillness was questioned and ideas stirred. I wrote some notes and made some drawings. Of which the notes I am going to share with you.

Dr. Rachel Spronks pointed out how feminism needs to be transformative and transgressive. She explained in detail how these two aspects in feminism are interlinked for exchange and action. She said that where we find ourselves today is not a post-feminist era; for there are new forms that we see feminism in. The hierarchies in feminism – gender, race, class – and what do we land up with – activism, art and scholarly debate. The purpose of the day was to solidify efforts, navigate – truth; and landscapes – twin topics – gender + sexuality, personal + social – the co-relations and the interaction. These are always viewed as institutions and paradigms but it has interdisciplinary potential – an academy of thinking through culture that includes:

– Interdisciplinary umbrella of interactions – commonalities, pushed to undo comfortable truths – “Less convinced about our own truths” (RS) – Revisit canons of critical agency – Reorganizing gender studies – Undoing told, undoing the shackles – Coming out narrative – coming out as a feminist

How to respond to contrast. Female part-time work – undercurrent of patriarchy Pivotal dilemmas: social equality + inclusion Engagement of critical agency Vibrancy of contemporary feminism in civil society

“Continuum” (RS) (I was so reminded of Adrienne Rich – this term I first discovered through her works) of feminist production, she urged us to “go, do gender, and enjoy” (and I sat there and asked myself – why? – why was I there? And where I fit in – or didn’t – in this community, or whether his was indeed a community).

In many of the discussions that day I noticed the importance given to the body. The physical body, where it is placed in research and what role does it play. In most academic work – we are in a three-way didactic relationship – positioning of the researcher, the text and the author and where are ‘you’ physically placed, location. The ability to do the research, the consent, the permission, the ethics, we are in many ways studying a body as well – and how do we deal with intimacy and privacy issues. I thought of the many times I face these dilemmas and what my purpose was. To be intuitively aware of what truths are told and who they are told through. I also thought of how sometimes, the body is there, it is present but then it is not bodily enough – it is much more elusive. The discussion lead us towards the work of Elizabeth Grosz – corporeal feminism, Foucault on autonomy, framing of people on gender.

Another fascinating research was on the nature and nurture role of the brain: the plasticity of the brain; brain sex; biological materiality of the body and the role of environmental influences. I discovered that there is an entire movement on how sexual orientation can be changed (no, not in the Middle Ages, apparently today, I had not realized how bullish some of these groups are or can be) – homosexual and heterosexual – “train the gay away” – what is wrong with us? In India, they are trying to criminalize homosexuality. Really, again, what is wrong with us? There are differences made in research as well between male and female – we talked about how sex works as an independent variable in research. Gender and the brain – does gender decide the brain or brain decides the gender – this is not just a neuro-scientist issue. Slowing down science. Resolve and dissolve – not important – but map them. The researchers call this the trojan horse of real issues, to use it to take away rather than actually have impact. So how does feminism change the sciences? We spoke about post-structuralism and the female scientist and subjects – and the male weight. Queering neuro science. And then there is also transexuality, transgender, Judith Butler – ambiguity of identity, and boundary objects. To learn the art of tolerating the ambiguousness. And how can we use this to see things, use of objects as a lens – to get a focus.

Can institutions dismantle/reorganize queer theory. One of the researchers Marieke van Eijk spent years working at a gender identity clinic. Mid-western American, international standards, expensive – class based – access to some, with mandatory counselling – removal to have access to treatment. Sara Ahmed’s “Strange Encounters” – historically grounded ß this was questioned. The study examined the role and character of private organizations in the process of political globalization. Recognition of diversity – not one way of being (I thought of how we had been reading Astrid Erll’s and she had mentioned: robust plural identities). To put these matters into perspective we analyzed – monolithic entities – heteronormative ideas – we are forced to rethink and how all of this (today) had created a bunch of cascading questions, one opens up into another.

I discussed Alison Bechdel (oh how much I love her), Dr. Donald Winnicott’s theories of mirror and children (that we had already studied with Dr. Lewis Krischner and Prof. dr. Dawn Scorczewski in their Master Class at the VU), Romania’s latch-key generation and communist symbols of nostalgia by Codruta Pohrib (who is also working on Erll), feminism in South Africa and Coetzee amongst many other intellectually stimulating debates and discussions.

I loved talking to Anja Meulenbelt, her speech was inspiring and funny, she blogged and took some lovely pictures of the day: http://www.anjameulenbelt.nl/weblog/2014/05/27/een-dag-academisch-feminisme/ (including a few of me – sounds of dripping water need to be imagined as you view my picture so please do the needful).

There were people there, who summarized many of my thoughts in enviable vocabulary, and sometimes I caught myself questioning what was being said – that does not sound right, or where is this headed. Sitting at the edge of the seat, nodding my head, looking, waiting, listening, watching the rain, the words that bounced, rooms that opened and closed, people who came and left, mugs of half-finished coffee, crumpled paper, hangers. I came home late, my head was throbbing, at home hot food and a warm bed were waiting. I snuggled into familiar arms, my mind noting, highlighting and remembering – this is indeed a gift.  I am, and will remain, one of the fortunate ones.

The walls of the room I am building The Netherlands Research School of Gender Studies had their research day conference on 26th May 2014 in Amsterdam.