Urdu words for social anthropology

From Chashm to Aankh: The Many Faces of Urdu Eyes

You must have heard the two common Urdu words for eyeglasses — chashma (chashmā) and ainak (‘ainak). And perhaps you also know that chashm (چشم) comes from Persian and means “eye,” while ‘ain (عین) comes from Arabic and also means “eye.” Interestingl ...continue reading

Sarfaroshi Ki Tamanna and Beyond

August 15th, India’s Independence Day, is celebrated with grandeur and heartfelt pride. The Urdu language holds a profound historical and emotional bond with India’s struggle for freedom. The revolutionary cry—“Inquilab Zindabad” — became the very so ...continue reading