Horse Riding and the Longing Buried Within Horse Riding is more than a sport; it symbolises the hidden desires within the human subconscious. Suppressed longings can reemerge when circumstances change, offering not just fulfilment but also healing and energy to the soul. This inner phenomenon is given a humorous and deeply human portrayal in Colonel … Read more
Too Much Respect may sound like a blessing — but as Mustansar Hussain Tarar humorously reminds us, even respect can turn into an unbearable weight when it exceeds its natural limit. In his witty essay “Barah-e-Karam Meri Izzat Na Keejiye” (Please, Do Not Honour Me So Much) from his collection “Be-Izzati Kharaab,” Tarar Sahib explores … Read more
Haji Baghlol stands as one of the most amusing characters in Urdu literature. Created by the renowned Munshi Sajjad Hussain, editor of the satirical magazine Oudh Punch, Haji Baghlol has been a source of humor and reflection for generations. This blog delves into the life and antics of Haji Baghlol, exploring why this character remains … Read more
Post-Partition Humor and Satire The Partition of India in 1947 marked a turning point in the subcontinent’s history. Amidst the chaos and displacement, the cultural and linguistic identity of communities underwent a profound transformation. Delhi, often regarded as the cradle of the Urdu language and literature, became a centre for efforts to preserve and promote … Read more
