Krishan Chander’s Emotional Sketch that Celebrates Literary Greatness

Krishan Chander and Mohammad Tufail featured in Urdu sketch book Aap

Krishan Chander is a towering figure in the history of Urdu short stories. Whenever the canon of classical Urdu fiction is revisited, his name emerges as a symbol of creative excellence and emotional depth. But beyond his fiction, there exists a lesser-known yet profoundly moving portrait of him, written not by a casual observer, but … Read more

“Teesra Aadmi”: A Gripping Tale of Social Inequality and Corruption

Teesra Aadmi

Teesra Aadmi, a powerful short story by Shaukat Siddiqui, is a compelling critique of social inequalities, corruption, and the ruthless exploitation of the working class. This story vividly portrays how power, wealth, and deception intertwine, leaving the oppressed no escape. Siddiqui’s masterful storytelling masterfully exposes the grim realities of societal injustice and moral decay, making … Read more

The Power and Depth of Urdu Short Stories: A Timeless Literary Treasure

Urdu Short Stories

This type of writing, composed by the author after their death, is known in Urdu literature as ‘Wafat Nama’ and represents a unique genre of Urdu fiction that has been written by many renowned authors. Iqbal Majeed, may he rest in peace, crafted his farewell note in such a way that it seems he is … Read more