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Nishat Zaidi

Prof. Nishat Zaidi is a distinguished scholar, translator, and academic leader, currently serving as a Professor in the Department of English at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. A former Head of the Department, she also holds the position of Honorary Director at the...

Nishatunnisa Begum

Nishatunnisa Begum (1885-1937), also widely known as Begum Hasrat Mohani, was a formidable figure in the Indian independence movement, celebrated for her pioneering work as both a political activist and a journalist. She holds the distinct honour of being the first...

Noor Inayat Khan

Noor Inayat Khan was a British secret agent of Indian descent who served with remarkable courage as a radio operator in occupied France during World War II. A direct descendant of the legendary 18th-century ruler Tipu Sultan, the “Tiger of Mysore,” she...

Noor Jehan

Noor Jehan, revered as the “Malika-e-Tarannum” or “Queen of Melody,” stands as a monumental figure in the history of South Asian cinema and music. Her career, spanning several decades, gracefully bridged the eras before and after India’s...

Noor Zaheer

Noor Zaheer is a prominent and versatile figure in Indian literature and activism, recognised for her powerful writing, unwavering advocacy for social justice, and her involvement in the performing arts. As the daughter of the celebrated Urdu writers Razia Sajjad...