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Review of ‘Broken Threads’ by Mishal Husain: A Story of Partition
Journalist icon, Mishal Husain’s book ‘Broken Threads: My Family from Empire to Independence’ revisits the story of Partition, through the lens of both sets of grandparents, who lived through and who were affected by it in different ways.
The Story of Pakistan: 75 Years of Independence
Whether the partition of India was the right or wrong thing to do is a debate that still sparks much polarised opinions and emotion. For some it was a catastrophic moment that divided India; for others, it was the only option for Muslims to keep their faith and way of life.
Empoweristan
Empoweristan, a celebration of 75-years of Pakistan, showcasing recent sustainable innovations led by women with key discussions about building a GREEN future is coming to Granary Square, London in March.
Unveiling Pakistan’s vibrant dance culture
Pakistan is a vibrant, colourful country but you may be surprised to learn that the land of cricket, parathas and ladoo also has a rich dance heritage. Dance styles are plentiful across all the regions of this vast country, and include a beautiful variety of folk as well as classical dance.
Iqbal: The visionary behind Pakistan
Muhammad Iqbal, the great poet and philosopher was indeed the visionary behind the Islamic republic of Pakistan; his life and works have shaped Muslim thought and living history, especially in the subcontinent.
Muhammad Iqbal: ‘Muslim Community Anthem’
Muhammad Iqbal (1877-1938), Urdu-Persian poet and philosopher believed in the concept of pan-Islamism. He believed that nationalism was a divisive force, and that Muslims were one people.
A female-led whirling dervish group based in Afghanistan, is reclaiming the country’s deep-rooted Sufi heritage.