IN ARABIC, qaseeda means a panegyric ode and ‘burda’ means a shawl-like fabric worn over the shoulders, a mantle. Qaseeda Burda , or Qaseedatul Burda, is a famous poem in Arabic that offers heartfelt ...

31st death anniversary of famous Urdu poet, writer and Sufi intellectual Wasif Ali Wasif was observed on Thursday. Born on January 15, 1929 in Khushab, he was famous for his unique literary style. He ...

Imagine standing face-to-face with Mirza Ghalib, the legendary Urdu poet, as if he’s stepped right ... of a women’s qawwali ensemble, bringing Sufi spiritual music to life.

Ghazal, a renowned genre of Urdu poetry, captivates poetry enthusiasts across the subcontinent. A fusion of Ghazal, music, and Sufi dance promises to enthrall the audience, offering a unique and ...

The grand celebration of Urdu language and Hindustani culture is known for hosting eclectic art forms including ghazals, sufi music, qawwali, dastangoi, panel discussions, mushaira, poetry ...