by Admin | Dec 22, 2025 | Urdu Literature
Nazar Sajjad Hyder (1892–1967), often spelt Nazr Sajjad Hyder, occupies a seminal position in the history of Urdu literature and the social reformation of Muslim women in colonial India. Born Nazr Zehra in 1892 in Sialkot, Punjab, she emerged from the secluded...
by Admin | Aug 13, 2025 | Literature, Urdu Literature
Dr. Nazia Akhtar is a distinguished academic and Assistant Professor at IIIT Hyderabad, recognised for her pioneering work in South Asian literary studies. Her research brings to light the often-overlooked contributions of twentieth-century Hyderabadi women writers,...
by Admin | Jul 18, 2025 | Royalty, Social Work
Nazli Begum Faizi (Fyzee) (1874-1968), also known as the Begum of Janjira, was a prominent figure in early 20th-century India, recognised for her progressive ideals, advocacy for female education, and a tenacious spirit that challenged the patriarchal norms of her...
by Admin | Jul 29, 2025 | Art and Culture, Indian Cinema
Neelima Azeem is a distinguished figure in Indian arts, celebrated for her talents as an actress, classical dancer, and writer. Over a career spanning several decades, she has made significant contributions to film, television, and theatre, while also being known as...
by Admin | Sep 3, 2025 | Urdu Literature
Nigar Azeem, also known as Malika Meher Nigar, is a prominent contemporary Urdu short-story writer, poet, and a leading feminist voice in modern Urdu literature. Living in Batla House, South Delhi, she has transformed her home into a literary hub, hosting gatherings...
