By Raza Rumi:
I am grateful to Naeem Ahsan Jamil for sending more old pictures of Lahore from his private collection.
Photo 1:
Kim's Gun, The Mall Lahore
Photo 2
An aerial view of Lahore Airport with the GOC House.
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Jahane Rumi- Enhancing Pak-India Trade TiesRaza Rumi Notwithstanding Pakistan’s internal challenges or the ‘war on terror’ in its backyard, the troubled relationship with India continues to drive its internal and external policies. Pakistan’s mighty military is essentially trained to counter the bigger neighbour and imagines India to be the greatest threat. In recent years, there have been signs of s […]Kasim Osmani
- Toxic narrativesRaza Rumi Al Qaeda’s plan for the region will succeed if Islamabad does not take stock of the deep penetration of its ideology into the folds of Pakistani society The charade of talks being played by Pakistan’s major political parties, media and perhaps sections of the permanent establishment stands exposed. The prime minister, after giving [...]Kasim Osmani
- Magnificent Delusions: The Ebb and Flow of Pak-US RelationsRaza Rumi Husain Haqqani’s new book Magnificent Delusions: Pakistan, the United States, and an Epic History of Misunderstanding comes at a critical juncture of Pakistan-US relations as the two nations aim to work together during 2014 to facilitate a transition in Afghanistan. The book offers us a historical view of a deeply troubled yet interdependent relat […]Kasim Osmani
- Strategic BlundersRaza Rumi Recent events and statements by the civilian leadership indicate that there is a move towards undertaking a military operation in North Waziristan Agency (NWA). This has been a much delayed option that haunts the state of Pakistan especially the power military which has lost thousands of personnel, officials and five generals in the [...]Kasim Osmani
- Shehr-i-Qatl ke log (People of this Murderous City) – a poemReposting this 2007 poem: Alam kay iss jazeeray mein Jahan sab per ujar gaye Aur saari musafitan be-nishaan ho gayee Teri tasveer neechay gulab mehaktay hain Ham, teray qaatil, teray qasoorwar Doshee thehray Aye Rehbar-i-ba-kamaal, tasveeer-i-bemisaal Tu ne roshnee ko ik naya ma’ani diya tha Apnay nangay pairon ko ghaseetee Aur apnay nangay sar ko [...]Raza
- Enduring ThreadsRaza Rumi Raza Rumi was fascinated by artist Aasim Akhtar’s unique curation of Pakistani textile heritage at the Rawalpindi NCA – Click here to see more: A recent exhibition in Rawalpindi showcased the rich variety of traditional textiles – lovingly weaved tales – from the various corners of Pakistan. Aptly titled, ‘Vanishing Worlds, Enduring Threads’, [...] […]Kasim Osmani
- Reviews on Delhi by HeartFiction writer Intizar Hussain (DAWN) “In his exuberance, Rumi started writing without planning beforehand, knowing not how his narrative will end. The narrative, however, came to an end by itself…” Read full review: Asif Noorani (Daily Dawn) “Raza Rumi’s Delhi by Heart is a research-based readable account of the city he fell in love with [...]Kasim Osmani
- On the Controversial US Drones’ Program in PakistanRaza Rumi Amnesty International’s recent publication, “Will I be Next? US Drone Strikes in Pakistan” has spurred a global debate on the use of drone strikes in Pakistan. The report invited some critical responses on issues of accuracy and objectivity but overall it has informed the ongoing debates. In Pakistan, it has been used by [...]Kasim Osmani
- Looking back at General Kayani’s TenureRaza Rumi General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani retired after leading Pakistan’s most powerful institution for six years. As a close confidante and successor of former president General Musharraf, General Kayani ensured policy continuity and facilitated the return of the army into the barracks. Histenures were eventful yet, turbulent and thus, he leaves behind a cheq […]Kasim Osmani
- Japanese Art in LahoreA recent exhibition of Japanese paintings brought the restrained artistry of the orient to Lahore. Review by Raza Rumi A recently held exhibition at Alhamra Arts Council brought the subtleties of classical Japanese art to Lahore. The two cultures met and interacted with each other. I was lucky to get a quick preview of the [...]Kasim Osmani
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- Enhancing Pak-India Trade TiesRaza Rumi Notwithstanding Pakistan’s internal challenges or the ‘war on terror’ in its backyard, the troubled relationship with India continues to drive its internal and external policies. Pakistan’s mighty military is essentially trained to counter the bigger neighbour and imagines India to be the greatest threat. In recent years, there have been signs of s […]
- Toxic narrativesRaza Rumi Al Qaeda’s plan for the region will succeed if Islamabad does not take stock of the deep penetration of its ideology into the folds of Pakistani society The charade of talks being played by Pakistan’s major political parties, media and perhaps sections of the permanent establishment stands exposed. The prime minister, after giving [...]
- Magnificent Delusions: The Ebb and Flow of Pak-US RelationsRaza Rumi Husain Haqqani’s new book Magnificent Delusions: Pakistan, the United States, and an Epic History of Misunderstanding comes at a critical juncture of Pakistan-US relations as the two nations aim to work together during 2014 to facilitate a transition in Afghanistan. The book offers us a historical view of a deeply troubled yet interdependent relat […]
- Strategic BlundersRaza Rumi Recent events and statements by the civilian leadership indicate that there is a move towards undertaking a military operation in North Waziristan Agency (NWA). This has been a much delayed option that haunts the state of Pakistan especially the power military which has lost thousands of personnel, officials and five generals in the [...]
- Shehr-i-Qatl ke log (People of this Murderous City) – a poemReposting this 2007 poem: Alam kay iss jazeeray mein Jahan sab per ujar gaye Aur saari musafitan be-nishaan ho gayee Teri tasveer neechay gulab mehaktay hain Ham, teray qaatil, teray qasoorwar Doshee thehray Aye Rehbar-i-ba-kamaal, tasveeer-i-bemisaal Tu ne roshnee ko ik naya ma’ani diya tha Apnay nangay pairon ko ghaseetee Aur apnay nangay sar ko [...]
- Enduring ThreadsRaza Rumi Raza Rumi was fascinated by artist Aasim Akhtar’s unique curation of Pakistani textile heritage at the Rawalpindi NCA – Click here to see more: A recent exhibition in Rawalpindi showcased the rich variety of traditional textiles – lovingly weaved tales – from the various corners of Pakistan. Aptly titled, ‘Vanishing Worlds, Enduring Threads’, [...] […]
- Reviews on Delhi by HeartFiction writer Intizar Hussain (DAWN) “In his exuberance, Rumi started writing without planning beforehand, knowing not how his narrative will end. The narrative, however, came to an end by itself…” Read full review: Asif Noorani (Daily Dawn) “Raza Rumi’s Delhi by Heart is a research-based readable account of the city he fell in love with [...]
- On the Controversial US Drones’ Program in PakistanRaza Rumi Amnesty International’s recent publication, “Will I be Next? US Drone Strikes in Pakistan” has spurred a global debate on the use of drone strikes in Pakistan. The report invited some critical responses on issues of accuracy and objectivity but overall it has informed the ongoing debates. In Pakistan, it has been used by [...]
- Looking back at General Kayani’s TenureRaza Rumi General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani retired after leading Pakistan’s most powerful institution for six years. As a close confidante and successor of former president General Musharraf, General Kayani ensured policy continuity and facilitated the return of the army into the barracks. Histenures were eventful yet, turbulent and thus, he leaves behind a cheq […]
- Japanese Art in LahoreA recent exhibition of Japanese paintings brought the restrained artistry of the orient to Lahore. Review by Raza Rumi A recently held exhibition at Alhamra Arts Council brought the subtleties of classical Japanese art to Lahore. The two cultures met and interacted with each other. I was lucky to get a quick preview of the [...]
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- Trees of LahoreSalman Rashid Until the 1970s some one hindered and sixty species of birds were listed in Lahore. While the city had such green spaces as Lawrence Gardens, Aitchison College, the cantonment and Model Town, farm and forest on the outskirts began where Defence Society or Allama Iqbal Town and the innumerable societies now sprawl in [...]
- The Lahore that I grew up in was a great placeI grew up in Lahore. All my life I lived here except for the seven years in the army and ten in Karachi. I returned again in December 1988 and have lived here since. I knew a Lahore that was a very beautiful city. It was a city of people who ere cultured, courteous and with [...]
- Odysseus LahoriFellow of Royal Geographical Society, Salman Rashid is author of several books including jhelum: City of the Vitasta and The Apricot Road to Yarkand, Riders on the Wind, Between two Burrs on the Map, Prisoner on a Bus and Sea Monsters and the Sun God. He is the only Pakistani to have seen the North [...]
- Lahore Metro – Pros, Cons & PerceptionsA state of the art metro bus system – brand new and unique in Pakistan – should make every Lahori proud of their city today. A lot has been written and said about this system. And as is the case with almost everything in Pakistan, the points of views are poles apart. Many people regard [...]
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I have some old Lahore pictures. How can I contribute?
Send it to me , I have a Facebook page where I can post them for you
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If you want to see the historic pics of Lahore and all other Pakistani cities, Join my Facebook page where you can see the pics.
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