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Nadeem Farooq Paracha
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How independent Pakistan’s search for a music of its own made the qawwali popular on the radio
An excerpt from ‘Soul Rivals: State, Militant and Pop Sufism in Pakistan’, by Nadeem Farooq Paracha.
Nadeem Farooq Paracha
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How Jinnah’s liberal Pakistan was turned into a conservative Islamic state
Since independence, politicians faced with economic and political failure have used the ‘religious card’ to create a frenzy and distract from real issues.
Nadeem F Paracha
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The curious history of prohibition (and alcohol consumption) in Pakistan
An excerpt from journalist Nadeem Farooq Paracha’s new collection of essays on Pakistani culture and history.
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Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Eye to Eye’ to ‘Jab Sey Hoi Mohabbat’: The six most memorable Pakistani pop songs of all time
What led to their fame?
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Remembering three decades of friendship with Aamir Zaki, Pakistan’s unsung guitar hero
The writer reflects on his association with Aamir Zaki, from his days in band The Scratch to his turn in Coke Studio.
Nadeem F Paracha
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Back to the start: Revisiting the past of India, Pakistan (and this writer) in Mohenjo-Daro ruins
Mohenjo-Daro was one of the largest cities of the Indus Valley Civilisation which spanned much of what today is Pakistan.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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In pictures: The historic moments that have shaped Pakistan
Various highs and lows in the country's history.
Nadeem F Paracha
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'Doh pal ka jeewan': Remembering Junaid Jamshed, the voice of a generation
The Pakistani singer and preacher died in a plane crash last week.
Nadeem F Paracha
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The first man on the moon was a Muslim warrior and other facts that India, Pakistan have been hiding
Presenting the histories and profiles of men that the two governments have kept secret.
Nadeem F Paracha
The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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The rise and steep fall of Mirza Aslam Baig, Pakistan's 'General Glasnost'
Messiahs often arrive from the military as panaceas, but their end is often inglorious.
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The colourful history of the Pakistani passport
The Pakistani passport has been a mirror of the persistent existentialist tussle in the country itself.
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The forgotten past: Sir Syed and the birth of Muslim nationalism in South Asia
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was the intellectual pioneer of the sense of community among Muslims, of which Pakistan nationalism is a direct outcome.
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The Field
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Cricket: Former Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof retires from international cricket
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis