Celebrating Eid with the poor

Our euphoria at the occasion of Eid will remain faded if we do not include the people who are living in poverty. These people are our brothers and Islam emphasises… more

A sensitive soul

Rehana Qamar originally hailing from Pakistan but settled in the US is a popular poet of Urdu. She says poetry mostly in the Ghazal format and travels widely to participate… more

Unrequited love

The art of novel writing holds a conspicuous place in the world literature. This notion seems perfect while reading Without Dreams by Shahbano Bilgrani from the press of Harpercollins Publishers,… more

Fashionable Eid!

Isloo has recently become quite a darling for the fashionistas and designers as they have invaded the Capital city one by one with their exhibitions and sale! Fashion designers gathered… more

Bur after watching

In 24 years, they've directed only 13 films, so it's not hard to assume that Joel and Ethan Coen intend to make every one of them count. Of course, when… more

Feeding the poor

The difference between the rich and the poor is growing day by day. In a country like Pakistan, much to the indifference of the rich and privileged, the suicide cases… more

The Rush Ride

Every year, the beginning of Ramadan (Muslim month of Fasting) is celebrated with great excitement and religious zeal. This year, too it was felt that the month had come too… more

Glory of miniature paintings

History of painting particularly miniature painting goes back to 5500 BC. Obviously in the absence of paper at that time paintings were done on parchment, bones, stone and clay tablet… more

5 flicks starring computers

Homicidal. Amorous. Vengeful. Yearning. Cute. Anyone who says that computers aren't emotional hasn't seen these five films. Computers are all over movies these days, from the ones behind the scenes… more

10 biolife realities

1.    BAD BREATH Although brushing will help to prevent cavities so don’t stop scrubbing, it can only mask bad breath, since the problem really lies within throat and tongue. When… more

Eating disorders

An eating disorder is a compulsion to eat, or avoid eating, that negatively affects both one's physical and mental health. Eating disorders are all encompassing. They affect every part of… more

Understanding the Holy Quran

Surah No 24: Al-Qasas Number of Ayats: Eighty eight Meaning of the name: It takes its name from ayat no 25, where the word Al-Qasas occurs.   Summary:  This is… more

Go contemporary

Contemporary interiors use straight lines, sculptural elements, art, and bold colour. If you love clean, spare, and unique design, this may be the style for you. How to decorate in… more