Maimoona Dalvi

Dr. Maimoona Dalvi (1936–2009) was a pioneering Indian scholar whose meticulous research fundamentally shaped the understanding of Urdu’s history and cultural expression in Western India.  While she maintained a modest public profile, her work...

Maimoona Sultan

Maimoona Sultan (1932–2006) was a prominent political figure and member of the Indian National Congress who carved out a distinguished, nearly three-decade-long career in the Parliament of India. Belonging to the royal family of Bhopal, she was born in Peshawar...

Majiziya Bhanu

Majiziya Bhanu is a celebrated Indian powerlifter and bodybuilder who has shattered stereotypes and made headlines for her accomplishments while proudly wearing the hijab. Hailing from the village of Orkkatteri in Kerala’s Kozhikode district, Majiziya has become...

Makhfi Lakhnavi

Makhfi Lakhnavi, whose real name was Amatul Fatima (1902-1953), was a renowned Urdu poetess from the early 20th century. Her poetic talent is evident in the verses that survive, positioning her as a significant yet enigmatic figure in Urdu literature. She adopted the...

Malika Pukhraj

Malika Pukhraj (1912–2004) was a legendary ghazal and folk singer celebrated across the Indian subcontinent for her expressive singing and iconic repertoire. Born in Hamirpur Sidhar, near Akhnoor in Jammu and Kashmir, to a family of musicians, she was named...