Nida Fazli, the last of the great Urdu poets

For generations to come it will be difficult for any other Urdu poet to attain such high standards as Nida Fazli, who passed into the ages on Monday, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com. When the......

Prescription from Pakistan: How one hospital is a model for Asia

Pakistan's dismal public health system is rife with mismanagement and a paucity of resources. Amidst this shambolic system, one hospital in Karachi has been providing specialised healthcare to......

Comrade Hangal: A devoted communist

We have lost a devoted communist who was ready to sacrifice anything for the people and the party, says Shameem Faizee, recollecting his meetings with comrade A K Hangal. I last met comrade A K......

'Manthan Never Looked As Good As It Does Now'

'The problems that the film explores still remain.''It was a different time when we made the film. We were young and we thought we could change the world.' IMAGE: Smita Patil and Girish Karnad in......

Why Manthan Is A Must Watch

Shyam Benegal's Manthan will be showcased in restored print at this year's Cannes Film Festival.It still serves as a much-needed reminder of setting aside differences in the favour of combined......

#Women'sDay: 'Take a minute to celebrate yourself'

Bollywood stars celebrate Women's Day on March 8 in a special way. Photograph: Kind courtesy Rashmika Mandanna/Instagram Rashmika Mandanna reminds her fans: 'Being a woman is a blessing........

'The magic mantra is 'Drop it!''

'As we grow older, we fight much less with each other.''The magic mantra is 'Drop it!'''I would recommend it for all relationships.''In anger, we can say many hurtful things that can leave a deep......