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It is impossible to put into words; the love a mother has for her child. Mother is also a beloved in poetry. She has figured abundantly in poetry and in as many ways as one may possibly imagine. Get into these verses and enjoy the warmth of motherly love and compassion.

In this blog, Aftab Hussain explores the case of Urdu literature with communal perspective, only to get secular picture of the phenomenon. He talks about the revival of the glorious tradition of Urdu poetry, and explains how a new crop of young poets coming up from different regions of the country, are contributing substantially to Urdu literature.

In this satirical article, famous humorist Mushtaq Ahmad Yusufi explains how it is more difficult for a patient to deal with unnecessary advices by well-wishers than the troubles of his illness itself. This sar makes an accurate analysis of the situation. It does not just tickle our minds but also makes us stand face to face with the social realities.

Music and poetry are considered as therapy for the soul. To boost hope and positivity in these unprecedented times Rekhta has taken a number of initiatives; Rekhta Live - Unheard and Unplugged being one of them. These virtual Mehfils are broadcast live every evening 8 pm on Rekhta’s social media channels, featuring renowned poets and singers like Papon, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi Shilpa Rao and many more. Beat your lockdown blues, set 8 pm reminder and immerse in ghazals, Sufi music, poetry, storytelling, conversations, instrumentals and much more.

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