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‘Firaq Gorakhpuri is the Mir of modern Urdu poetry’
Eminent Urdu writer Shamim Tariq on Wednesday said that Firaq Gorakhpuri is the Mir of modern Urdu poetry. Tariq was speaking at the opening session of the two-day national seminar “Firaq ...
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A farewell to a quiet yet 'asardaar' sardar: Manmohan Singh's final journey was marked by a mix of solemnity and politics
These poignant words by Firaq Gorakhpuri capture the essence of former Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh's dignified presence, from his most iconic public appearances to his final journey.