Anjuman Taraqqi-i-Urdu has a nostalgic sound to it yet it is very relevant to the times that we live in. Founded in 1903, it remains one of the oldest institutions working for the promotion of Urdu language. It actually started as a movement. For years Hindus has been making a case for adoption of Hindi […]
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City Museums – Dr Ruth Pfau Muesum, Saddar
How does one explain existence of people like Dr Ruth Pfau in this age? In a world where we are trained to ask for more and more, how can someone spend his or her lifetime serving people without any want? Unconditional service. In a world defined by expectations and assurances. Dr Ruth Pfau was born […]
City Landmarks – Abdul Hadi and Aslam’s bookstores on Khalid bin Waleed Road
Abdul Hadi and Aslam are strange characters for our time. Take Abdul Hadi for instance. He has been running his bookstore for past thirty years on Khalid bin Waleed Rd. I am not sure how has he managed to achieve this feat. He lets people read newspaper for free. One usually finds a group of […]
City Portraits – Suleiman, Zaibunnisa Street
I have seen him at several places across the city. I have seen him pushing his push pull merry-go-round around Frere Hall. I have seen him in Lyari. I have seen him on Club road. This week I find him resting under the shadow of a building on the far end of Zaibunnisa Street. His […]
City Markets – The Chiltan Shop, Avanue Center, Streechen Road
The Chiltan Shop was setup in early 70s and it still looks as if it’s 1970 in there. However please note that it may look vintage but certainly not old or worn out. It is very well maintained and organized. The original layout is basic but elegant. It has that old world calm. That old […]
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City Landmarks – Goan Association Hall
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City Secret – Polish Connection
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City Landmarks – Aram Bagh
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City Life – Cycling with Critical Mass
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City Shopping – Kite Sellers Street at Empress
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City Food – Kavita Ka Dhaba
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Nostalgia – Aab-e-gum
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City Landmarks – Coach Emad Football Academy, Singo Lane, Lyari
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City Portraits – A. Rohani, Painter, Patel Pada
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City Culture – Hussain’s vinyl collection
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Anonymous: Do you know the name of that officer? Do you know if his relatives are still living somewhere in Pakistan?…
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