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In this Urdu-language collection: Shehr e Do Qissa (excerpt) by Mushtaq Ahmed Yusufi; "Ahram ka Meer Muhasib", a story by Naiyer Masud; "Chooha" by Mumtaz Mufti; "Ta’aqub" by Kanhaiya Lal Kapoor; and "Peetal ka Ghanta".

This collection in Urdu includes: "Manto Fasadaat Par", in which the literary critic Muhammad Hasan Askari invites the listener to contemplate Manto’s approach towards writing on Partition; "Baray Aadmi", a short story in which we meet the innocent and vibrant Zakiya Begum; and "Hamid ka Bacha", Saadat Hasan Manto’s short story addressing hypocrisy.

It is noted in the anthology of Ismat stories that Ismat Chughtai wrote two versions of the same story, Kallu. After writing the first version, she presented it to a peer for a review. Both she and her peer forgot about this exchange. Perhaps she was preoccupied with the characters and plot, as she proceeded to write the Kallu narrative yet again.

To mark the birth cenetary of Saadat Hasn Manto in 2012, Zambeel Dramatic Readings presented a selection of his plays from the series titled Aao. Manto wrote these short plays in Mumbai specifically for radio and the collection was published in 1940. Amongst these, Aao Kahaanai Likhein (Come, let's write a story) is mentioned in All India Radio 1939 progress report as one of the most successful production of the series.

In "Photographer", time plays a pivotal role in this story that unravels in a reclusive guesthouse. In "Baray Aadmi", the innocent and vibrant Zakiya Begum extends her heart to many, but is unable to recognize the manipulative tendencies of those around her. In "Aik Tasveer", the author/narrator observes the life span of Damyunti Devi, from a recently widowed young woman to an aging socialite. And in "Hasab Nasab", Chammi Begum fiercely holds on to her family’s lineage and honor as life takes her through unexpected and trying paths.

Urdu-language selections, featuring "Kaanta", "Eid Gah", "Subh kay Khush Naseeb", and more.

Urdu-language selections, featuring "Khaana Vazir", "Jul Kuukri", "Chauthi ka Jora", and more.

In the Urdu language: This collection of stories for children has been written by notable authors from Urdu literature. From traditional tales to everyday narratives, this compilation offers listeners an insight into stories old and new, with fantasy, humour, and a charming taste of the Urdu language.

In this Urdu-language collection: "Woh jo Devaar ko na Chaat Sakay" by Intizar Hussain; "Bhabie" by Ismat Chughtai; and "Pukka Gaana" by Zamiruddin Ahmed.

In this Urdu-language collection: "Vehshi" by Ahmed Nadeem Qasmi; "Phir Wohi Eid" by Shaukat Thanvi; "Kahin Yeh Purvai Tau Nahin" by Altaf Fatima; and "Ishqiya Kahaani" by Saadat Hasan Manto.

This collection of stories for children has been written by notable authors from Urdu literature. Most authors in this selection are little known for the stories they have penned for young audiences. From traditional tales to everyday narratives, this compilation offers listeners an insight into stories old and new, with fantasy, humour, and a charming taste of the Urdu language.