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Khaleej Times 30 November 2023
Dubai speaks ‘language of love’: How the city became world’s go-to hub for Urdu poetry
Amid the city’s impressive array of world records, it’s easy to overlook a lesser-known achievement — it hosts more mushairas (poetic symposiums) than any other place on the globe.
Mix Plate January 2024
Jashn-e-Rekhta Festival Dubai 2024
The largest Urdu language, literature, and cultural festival in the world will take place in Dubai, and notable Pakistani figures including Samina and Usman Peerzada, Bee Gul, and Mahira Khan will be in attendance.
Khaleej Times 14 January 2024
Sanjiv Saraf, Huma Khalil on preserving, promoting Urdu language and culture
Described by its patrons as the sweetest language, Urdu is loved for its elegance, formality and flow, and Jashn-e-Rekhta is a celebration of its natural beauty.
Khaleej Times 2 January 2024
Dubai to host world’s largest Urdu literary fest, featuring Javed Akhtar, Mahira Khan
After enchanting audiences in India for eight years and making its international debut in London just three months ago, the celebrated literary fest, Jashn-e-Rekhta, is poised to captivate Dubai.
Hi Dubai Deals
Zabeel Park Amphitheatre: Jashn-e-Rekhta Festival Dubai 2024
The world’s largest Urdu language, literature and cultural festival will be held in Dubai for the first time. Jashn-e-Rekhta Dubai 2024 is a two-day cultural festival celebrating Urdu language, literature and culture.
Curly Tales 3 January 2024
Jashn-E-Rekhta, An Urdu Festival From India Is Coming To Dubai This Jan With Javed Akhtar & More
Regarded as the largest Urdu Literary Fest, Jashn-E-Rekhta will be taking over Dubai on January 27 and 28 at Zabeel Park.
Business Recorder 30 January 2024
Dubai provides platform for India-Pakistan cultural exchange at Jashn-e-Rekhta
Javed Akhtar, Mahira Khan and Samina Peerzada among attendees highlighting importance of Urdu language
ARY News 3 January 2024
Jashn-e-Rekhta: Javed Akhtar, Bee Gul to headline largest Urdu literary fest in Dubai
Celebration of the richness of the language, the World’s largest Urdu literary festival, ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’, is set to be hosted by Dubai this year, with eminent names from Pakistan, including Samina and Usman Peerzada, Bee Gul and Mahira Khan, to grace the event.
Arab News 28 January 2024
Pakistani artistes, poets and writers grace the stage during two-day ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’ festival in Dubai
After winning hearts in London and India, the two-day weaved the essence of the Urdu language, its literature, and culture into the cosmopolitan fabric of the UAE on Jan. 27-28. The event featured soul-stirring ‘ghazals,’ ‘qawwalis,’ ‘dastangoi,’ engaging panel discussions, and a grand ‘mushaira,’ or poetic symposium.
The Quint 19 November 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta London in Photos: A Celebration of Urdu That Transcends Borders
The inaugural display of Jashn-e-Rekhta at London’s Westminster Chapel was attended by several diaspora luminaries.
The Week 27 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes global with first Urdu festival in London
Jashn-e-Rekhta, one of the world’s largest Urdu language, literary and cultural festivals, being held annually in New Delhi for eight years, will make its international debut here on Saturday.
Money Control 29 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes to London
Urdu and Urdu literature was celebrated in the UK as the Uttar Pradesh-based non-profit Rekhta Foundation had their first cultural programme outside India in London this weekend.
National Herald 17 September 2023
London Diary: A flavour of Urdu in London
Organisers promise ‘an immersive experience into the composite culture from which Urdu originated’. It will offer an eclectic fare comprising music, dance, dastangoi, mushaira, and qawwali.
THE PIONEER 28 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes global with first Urdu fest in London
The day-long “Jashn-e-Rekhta London” will be held at Westminster Chapel and include sessions and performances representing the socio-cultural matrix of Urdu in the UK.
The Print 27 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes global with first Urdu festival in London
London, Oct 27 (PTI) Jashn-e-Rekhta, one of the world’s largest Urdu language, literary and cultural festivals, being held annually in New Delhi for eight years, will make its international debut here on Saturday.
The Statesman 30 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta Makes International Debut in London
Jashn-e-Rekhta, the renowned Urdu cultural festival, ventures abroad with its international debut in London, promoting the richness of the Urdu language and culture.
Hindustan Times 25 February 2023
Naseeruddin Shah feels Hindi cinema loves to laugh at others’ miseries: ‘Don’t know how to laugh at ourselves’
The veteran actor felt that films have been encouraging people to make fun of communities like the Sikhs or the Parsis, but when it comes to laughing at ourselves, people get sensitive.
Press Wire 18 25 February 2023
‘Vision is clear’, Naseeruddin Shah said this about South films
Recently, in Jashn-e-Rekhta, Naseeruddin Shah also took out his/her anger on Hindi cinema and said that- ‘Religions have always been made fun of in Hindi films.
gscene 31 August 2020
Biggest annual Urdu language festival goes online
The sixth annual Jashn-e-Rekhta (festival of Urdu language) which showcases the composite culture of South Asia is due to be hosted virtually from September 5-6 .
Asian Voice 7 September 2020
I doubt that both love and anguish can be better expressed in any other language : Tanuja Chandra
Amidst the countless mesmerising anecdotes, in the two day virtual celebration at Jashn-E-Rekhta UK, Tanuja discussed the contribution of Urdu to the world of cinema and television.
Gulf Today 31 August 2020
Letters ace borders in UAE’s rousing Urdu play Mian Biwi aur Wagah
The play’s premise is woven around three central characters — a wife-husband duo, both journalists, from Karachi (Pakistan) and Bihar (India), who are seen and heard writing letters to their kith and kin from all walks of life, set in different cities, and through a range of varied emotions.
Asian Voice 31 August 2020
Ghazals are not just about heartbreak and being drunk : Shilpa Rao
“Ghazal is a mix of everything and has the added bliss of being extremely romantic and expressed beautifully. I think it’s all of that. It’s a world of its own. It’s a way of life. It’s a thought process.”- Shilpa Rao
Daily Excelsior 29 August 2020
India-Pak play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
Jashn-e-Rekhta UK, organised by the Rekhta Foundation UK over two days on September 5 and 6, is pitching itself as a unique “immersive experience” that will bring together exclusive sessions and digital archive of art forms.
News Beezer 28 August 2020
India-Pakistan play on letter writing for the premiere at the UK’s Urdu Festival
The UK premiere of a play based on a series of letters describing the real-life experiences of an Indian man and his Pakistani wife is one of the highlights of a unique virtual Urdu festival being held in the UK.
The Week 28 August 2020
India-Pak play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
“It is indeed a great honour that an institution like Rekhta recognised our efforts for the love of Urdu,” said Amna Khaishgi, team leader of Goonj, the theatre group behind the play co-written by Dubai-based Ehtesham Shahid, who also portrays the main lead of Mian.
The Tribune 28 August 2020
India-Pak play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
Among the other highlights include “Cinema – Kal Aur Aaj”, during which famed poets and lyricists Javed Akhtar and Manoj Muntashir will be in conversation about films, lyrics and Urdu poetry.
The New Indian Express 28 August 2020
India-Pakistan play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
‘Mian Biwi Aur Wagah’ will be showcased next week at Jashn-e-Rekhta (JeR) UK, the world’s largest Urdu language literary event held annually in Delhi since 2016.
iGlobal 28 August 2020
Filmmaker Tanuja Chandra among headliners of UKs first Urdu Fest
Indian filmmaker Tanuja Chandra is among the Bollywood headliners, alongside famed lyricist-poets Javed Akhtar and Gulzar, of a first-of-its-kind virtual Urdu festival being hosted in Britain for the Indian diaspora
Asian Voice 24 August 2020
Jashn-e-Rekhta presents 32 digital sessions for the UK
Some highlights, as well as those made especially for the UK, include: Tanuja Chandra, Indian film director, Nasreen Munni Kabir, filmmaker and author, Sania Saeed, renowned Pakistani actor discuss the contribution of Urdu to the world of cinema.
Eastern Eye 28 August 2020
India-Pakistan play on letter-writing set to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
THE UK premiere of a play based on a series of letters describing the real-life experiences of an Indian husband and his Pakistani wife are among the highlights of a first-of-its-kind virtual Urdu festival being hosted in Britain.
Asian Express 28 August 2020
Timeless Romance… world’s largest Urdu-language festival goes online
In the spirit of “the show must go on”, organisers have taken the entire showcase online due to Covid-19 measures, but promise that it will be a fully immersive and interactive experience for attendees.
Asian Sunday 28 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu-Language Festival Moves Online
A two-day cultural festival celebrating Urdu culture and heritage will take place online this year as social distancing measures remain in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Asian Image 30 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu-language festival goes online
Sanjiv Saraf said, “It is my ambition to spotlight everything the Urdu-language has given us, from poetry, prose, philosophy, a humane and civilized medium of communication and of course, timeless romance.
AP News 28 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu-language festival goes online
The online event will be easy to join and will showcase exclusive sessions and will open a digital archive of art forms including poetry (mushaira), literature, storytelling (dastangoi), ghazals, sufi music, qawwali as well as dance & drama.
Media Coverages
HD News 21 March 2024
નવી પેઢી ગુજરાતી ભાષા સાથે જોડાયેલી રહે તે માટે વેબસાઈટ અને ઍપ લૉન્ચ
રેખ્તા ફાઉન્ડેશન ગુજરાતી ભાષા-સંસ્કૃતિના સમૃદ્ધ વારસા અને સાહિત્યના જતન-પ્રોત્સાહન માટે એક વેબસાઇટ બુધવારે અમદાવાદમાં યોજાયેલા એક કાર્યક્રમમાં લૉન્ચ કરી હતી. ગુજરાતી બાળકો ગુજરાતી ભાષાને સારી રીતે શીખી અને સમજી શકે તે માટે ‘રેખતા કિડ્સ લર્નિંગ ઍપ’ને પણ લૉન્ચ કરવામાં આવી હતી.
Real Voice of India 21 March 2024
ગુજરાતી ભાષા-સાહિત્યને યુવાનો અને બાળકો સુધી પહોંચાડવા માટે રેખતા ગુજરાતીની વેબસાઇટ અને ગુજરાતી શીખવા ‘રેખતા કિડ્સ લર્નિંગ ઍપ’ લૉન્ચ કરાઈ
GSTV 22 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati / સાહિત્યપ્રેમીઓ માટેનો ખજાનો હવે ગુજરાતીમાં
રેખ્તા ફાઉન્ડેશન ગુજરાતી ભાષા-સંસ્કૃતિના સમૃદ્ધ વારસા અને સાહિત્યના જતન-પ્રોત્સાહન માટે રેખ્તા ગુજરાતીના પ્રકલ્પની ગૌરવપૂર્વક જાહેરાત કરે છે.
e4m 18 March 2024
Rekhta Foundation to Launch Rekhta Gujarati Initiative
Rekhtagujarati.org will be officially launched at Gujarati Subhaarambh Samaroh on 20 March in Ahmedabad
Praveg TV 22 March 2024
મોરારી બાપુના વરદ હસ્તે રેખ્તા ગુજરાતીનો શુભારંભ, મોટી સંખ્યામાં લોકો હાજર રહ્યા
Rajasthan Journal 22 March 2024
Rekhta Foundation’s Initiative- Rekhta Gujarati
Rekhta Gujarati’s website has a diverse collection of selected poems by more than 800 poets from the middle Ages to the present day.
Lucknow Digital 22 March 2024
Bringing Gujarati Language and Culture To Youth and Children
In a program organized by Rekhta Foundation, ‘Rekhta Gujarati’ website rekhtagujarati.org was launched by Pujya Moraribapu in the presence of language lovers and literary and public life leaders at Thakorbhai Desai Hall, Ahmedabad. Actor Paresh Rawal, Senior Literary Raghuveer Chaudhary, Solicitor General OI India, Tushar Mehta and Rekhta Foundation Founder Sanjeev Saraf were present as […]
Deccan Express 22 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati website and Rekhta Kids Learning App Launch
The website was launched in the presence of Pujya Moraribapu, Solicitor General of India Tushar Mehta, veteran actor Paresh Rawal and famous Gujarati writer Raghuveer Chaudhary
Prevalent India 28 March 2024
Rekhta Foundation launched the website rekhtagujarati.org for the preservation and promotion of the rich heritage of Gujarati language-culture and literature
Gujarati language will get national pride.
News Network 9 22 March 2024
‘Rekhta Gujarati’ website rekhtagujarati.org was launched by Pujya Moraribapu in the presence of language lovers and literary and public life leaders at Thakorbhai Desai Hall, Ahmedabad
The website was launched in the presence of Pujya Moraribapu, Solicitor General of India Tushar Mehta, veteran actor Paresh Rawal and famous Gujarati writer Raghuveer Chaudhary
Mumbai Times 22 March 2024
REKHTA GUJARATI WEBSITE AND REKHTA KIDS LEARNING APP TO LEARN GUJARATI WAS LAUNCHED TO BRING GUJARATI LANGUAGE LITERATURE TO YOUTH AND CHILDREN
In a program organized by Rekhta Foundation, ‘Rekhta Gujarati’ website rekhtagujarati.org was launched by Pujya Moraribapu in the presence of language lovers and literary and public life leaders at Thakorbhai Desai Hall, Ahmedabad. Actor Paresh Rawal, Senior Literary Raghuveer Chaudhary, Solicitor General OI India, Tushar Mehta and Rekhta Foundation Founder Sanjeev Saraf were present as […]
up18 news 22 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati Website And Rekhta Kids Learning App To Learn Gujarati Was Launched To Bring Gujarati Language Literature To Youth And Children
The Rekhta Foundation launched the website rekhtagujarati.org for the preservation and promotion of the rich heritage of Gujarati language-culture and literature at a function held in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. ‘Rekhta Kids Learning App’ was also launched for Gujarati children to learn and understand Gujarati language well.
Print Media 21 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati Launch
Print Media 21 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati Launch
Print Media 21 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati Launch
Print Media 21 March 2024
रेख़्ता फॉउंडेशन करेगा रेख़्ता गुजराती की शुरुआत – गुजराती का डिजिटल साहित्य कोष
Print Media 21 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati Launch
Print Media 21 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati Launch
City Activity 21 March 2024
Rekhta Gujarati Launch
Khaleej Times 30 November 2023
Dubai speaks ‘language of love’: How the city became world’s go-to hub for Urdu poetry
Amid the city’s impressive array of world records, it’s easy to overlook a lesser-known achievement — it hosts more mushairas (poetic symposiums) than any other place on the globe.
Mix Plate January 2024
Jashn-e-Rekhta Festival Dubai 2024
The largest Urdu language, literature, and cultural festival in the world will take place in Dubai, and notable Pakistani figures including Samina and Usman Peerzada, Bee Gul, and Mahira Khan will be in attendance.
Khaleej Times 14 January 2024
Sanjiv Saraf, Huma Khalil on preserving, promoting Urdu language and culture
Described by its patrons as the sweetest language, Urdu is loved for its elegance, formality and flow, and Jashn-e-Rekhta is a celebration of its natural beauty.
Khaleej Times 2 January 2024
Dubai to host world’s largest Urdu literary fest, featuring Javed Akhtar, Mahira Khan
After enchanting audiences in India for eight years and making its international debut in London just three months ago, the celebrated literary fest, Jashn-e-Rekhta, is poised to captivate Dubai.
Hi Dubai Deals
Zabeel Park Amphitheatre: Jashn-e-Rekhta Festival Dubai 2024
The world’s largest Urdu language, literature and cultural festival will be held in Dubai for the first time. Jashn-e-Rekhta Dubai 2024 is a two-day cultural festival celebrating Urdu language, literature and culture.
Curly Tales 3 January 2024
Jashn-E-Rekhta, An Urdu Festival From India Is Coming To Dubai This Jan With Javed Akhtar & More
Regarded as the largest Urdu Literary Fest, Jashn-E-Rekhta will be taking over Dubai on January 27 and 28 at Zabeel Park.
Business Recorder 30 January 2024
Dubai provides platform for India-Pakistan cultural exchange at Jashn-e-Rekhta
Javed Akhtar, Mahira Khan and Samina Peerzada among attendees highlighting importance of Urdu language
ARY News 3 January 2024
Jashn-e-Rekhta: Javed Akhtar, Bee Gul to headline largest Urdu literary fest in Dubai
Celebration of the richness of the language, the World’s largest Urdu literary festival, ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’, is set to be hosted by Dubai this year, with eminent names from Pakistan, including Samina and Usman Peerzada, Bee Gul and Mahira Khan, to grace the event.
Arab News 28 January 2024
Pakistani artistes, poets and writers grace the stage during two-day ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’ festival in Dubai
After winning hearts in London and India, the two-day weaved the essence of the Urdu language, its literature, and culture into the cosmopolitan fabric of the UAE on Jan. 27-28. The event featured soul-stirring ‘ghazals,’ ‘qawwalis,’ ‘dastangoi,’ engaging panel discussions, and a grand ‘mushaira,’ or poetic symposium.
India Today 18 December 2023
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता 2023 | उर्दू के लिए एक कविता
वार्षिक जश्न-ए-रेख्ता उत्सव के आठवें संस्करण में चार चरणों, 60 से अधिक कार्यक्रमों और 150 से अधिक कलाकारों के साथ एक शानदार कार्यक्रम शामिल है।
Awaz-The Voice
Jashn-e-Rekhta 2023: तीन दिवसीय महफिल तैयार, आज से बहेगी अदब की बयार
2023 में आगामी जश्न-ए-रेख्ता 8 दिसंबर से 10 दिसंबर तक दिल्ली में होने वाला है. जश्न ए रेख्ता तीन दिवसीय त्यौहार है. इस आयोजन में उर्दू भाषा को संरक्षित करने का प्रयास किया जाता है. रेख्ता फाउंडेशन पिछले कई वर्षों से कई भाषाओं के संरक्षण और संवर्धन में लगा हुआ है.
The New Indian Express 22 February 2024
Celebrating Sahir Ludhianvi
The idea of telling the story of Sahir Ludhianvi’s life first took birth in the mind of the creative director Amrita Talwar from Art for Causes, who wanted to make documentaries on some legendary poets.
The Indian Express 16 February 2024
Delhi fest celebrates 18th-century Urdu poet Meer Taqi Meer
A Four-Day festival honoring the work of Meer Taqi Meer, a renowned 18th-century Urdu Poet, kicked off at the India International Center(IIC) in Delhi on Thursday.
The Tribune 21 January 2024
Keeping it sweet & simple
The last fortnight has been so miserable that I will have to drag out some happy memories from the past to write with any joy.
The Tribune 21 January 2024
Rooted in reality, he spoke his mind
I met Munawwar Bhai at a few Jashn-e-Rekhta events. A humble man rooted in reality, his magnetic charisma as a Shayar unfolded abundantly in mushairas, where he was a popular figure because of his hold on the audience’s pulse.
Awaz-The Voice
Jashn-e-Rekhta, capital largest literary festival opens at an enchanting note
Jashn-e-Rekhta (Festival of Urdu) is an annual festival celebrating the language that emerged from India and evolved as a language of culture and sophistication.
Forbes India 3 January 2024
An Equal Music
When Rekha and Vishal Bhardwaj speak about their work it is an effortless ebb and flow of ideas and words, their sentences complementing the thought of the other, their pauses like unspoken cues for the other to speak.
The Indian Express 9 December 2023
Around Town: This weekend in Delhi, immerse in Jashn-e-Rekhta, catch a play or experience blue comedy
The Jashn-e-Rekhta festival will witness over 200 artistes and host more than 50 sessions and performances over three days.
India Today 12 December 2023
An Ode to Urdu
For most people, a love affair with Urdu is linked with their fascination for Shayari or poetry. After all, poets like Mirza Ghalib, Faiz Ahmad Faiz, and Mir Taqi Mir were instrumental in contributing to the literary richness of the language.
Hindustan 11 December 2023
कलाकारों ने संगीत से समा बांधा
उर्दू अदब और हिन्दुस्तानी तहज़ीब के सबसे बड़े उत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता के आखिरी दिन कलाकारों ने संगीत और कविता से समां बांध दिया।
Navbharat Times 11 December 2023
जैसा सिनेमा चाहते हो, उसके लिए थिएटर जाना होगा: अनुराग कश्यप
अनुराग कश्यप बॉलीवुड के सबसे संवेदनशील फिल्मकारों में से एक माने जाते हैं। अनुराग कश्यप बॉलीवुड के सबसे संवेदनशील फिल्मकारों में से एक माने जाते हैं। हाल ही में उन्होंने फिल्ममेकर सुधीर मिश्रा के साथ दिल्ली में चल रहे जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता कार्यक्रम में हिस्सा लिया जहां सिनेमा की भाषा और बिज़नेस को लेकर बात की।
Hari Bhoomi 11 December 2023
दिल्ली सरकार के जश्न -ए-रेख़्ता कार्यक्रम में उमड़े संगीत व उर्दू प्रेमी
दिल्ली सरकार के पर्यटन विभाग द्वारा मेजर ध्यानचन्द नेशनल स्टेडियम में आयोजित ‘जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता’ के वेसंस्करण के अंतिम दिन रविवार को संगीत और उर्दू भारती संख्या में पहुंचे।
Millenniumpost December 11, 2023
Delhi’s weekends to see cultural fests till Xmas
As winter creeps into the Capital, so does the festive air. Delhi’s weekend has been scheduled for cultural fests till the Christmas celebrations take over, spanning across the city.
Hindustan Times 11 December 2023
Delhi gets a dose of varied cinematic views and hues
The jugalbandi of Hindi cinema and Urdu has been a timeless love affair.
The Times of India 11 December 2023
Urdu had great influence on Hindi cinema lyricists
Participating in several sessions at the ongoing Jashn-e-Rekhta, Javed Akhtar narrated his poetry and discussed the influence of Urdu on everyday language, especially in Hindi cinema.
The Times of India 10 December 2023
Vishal and Rekha Bhardwaj’s musical date with Delhi
Sangeet se bada koi nasha nahi hai: Vishal Bhardwaj
Hindustan Times 10 December 2023
Phir le aaye Rekha, Vishal and Javed sa’ab, to a suhani shaam in Dilli
When filmmaker-musician Vishal Bhardwaj and singer Rekha Bhardwaj took the stage at the opening night of the 8th edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta, mellifluous ghazals and Sufi tunes delighted the audience.
Hindustan Times 8 December 2023
An ode to the language of love, art and culture
What most of you know today as Urdu language was once called Rekhta.
The Quint 19 November 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta London in Photos: A Celebration of Urdu That Transcends Borders
The inaugural display of Jashn-e-Rekhta at London’s Westminster Chapel was attended by several diaspora luminaries.
The Week 27 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes global with first Urdu festival in London
Jashn-e-Rekhta, one of the world’s largest Urdu language, literary and cultural festivals, being held annually in New Delhi for eight years, will make its international debut here on Saturday.
Money Control 29 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes to London
Urdu and Urdu literature was celebrated in the UK as the Uttar Pradesh-based non-profit Rekhta Foundation had their first cultural programme outside India in London this weekend.
National Herald 17 September 2023
London Diary: A flavour of Urdu in London
Organisers promise ‘an immersive experience into the composite culture from which Urdu originated’. It will offer an eclectic fare comprising music, dance, dastangoi, mushaira, and qawwali.
THE PIONEER 28 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes global with first Urdu fest in London
The day-long “Jashn-e-Rekhta London” will be held at Westminster Chapel and include sessions and performances representing the socio-cultural matrix of Urdu in the UK.
The Print 27 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes global with first Urdu festival in London
London, Oct 27 (PTI) Jashn-e-Rekhta, one of the world’s largest Urdu language, literary and cultural festivals, being held annually in New Delhi for eight years, will make its international debut here on Saturday.
The Statesman 30 October 2023
Jashn-e-Rekhta Makes International Debut in London
Jashn-e-Rekhta, the renowned Urdu cultural festival, ventures abroad with its international debut in London, promoting the richness of the Urdu language and culture.
Avadhnama 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Dainik Bhaskar 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Dainik Jagran 31 July 2023
साहित्य में निवेश धन का सर्वोत्तम उपयोग: शिवमूर्ति
Desh ki Roshni 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Desh Pratidin 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
DNA 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Hindustan 31 July 2023
इस दौर में साहित्य काग़ज़ तक सीमित नहीं: शिवमूर्ति
Hindustan Times 1 August 2023
Hindwi Anniversary Celebrations
Home News 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Janmadhyam 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Jansandesh Times 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर उत्सव का आयोजन
Loksatya Lucknow 31 July 2023
साहित्य में निवेश धन का सर्वोत्तम उपयोग
Navbharat Times 31 July 2023
साहित्य अब काग़ज़ों तक सीमित नहीं रहेगा
Nav Satta 31 July 2023
आने वाले समय में साहित्य अब काग़ज़ तक सीमित नहीं रहेगा: शिवमूर्ति
Rashtriya Sahara 31 July 2023
आने वाले समय में साहित्य अब काग़ज़ तक सीमित नहीं रहेगा
Rashtriya Swaroop 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
The Mridul Express 30 July 2023
‘Hindwi Utsav’ celebrates Third Anniversary with Resounding Success
Spast Awaz 31 July 2023
तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव आयोजित
Voice of Lucknow 31 July 2023
साहित्या अब काग़ज़ तक ही सीमित नहीं रहेगा: शिवमूर्ति
Wahid Bharat Times 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव काभव्य आयोजन
Everyday News 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
DNA 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Jagdarpan 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Janmadhyam 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Navbharat Times 30 July 2023
हिन्दवी उत्सव 30 जुलाइ को
The Pioneer 30 July 2023
Hindwi Utsav to Be Celebrated Today
Times of India 28 July 2023
Poetry to Meet Live Music at Hindwi Utsav
News85 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का भव्य आयोजन
संगीत नाटक अकादमी में आयोजित कार्यक्रम में हिंदी के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकार शिवमूर्ति ने हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रचार के महत्व पर अपनी बहुमूल्य अंतर्दृष्टि साझा की और कहा कि आने वाले समय में साहित्य अब काग़ज़ तक ही सीमित नहीं रहेगा, तकनीक बहुत आगे जा चुकी है।
ETV Bharat 31 July 2023
हिंदी भाषा को किसी सहारे की आवश्यकता नहीं, अभिभावक भी बच्चों को करें प्रोत्साहित
हिंदी न सिर्फ हमारी मातृभाषा है बल्कि ‘हिंदी है हम वतन है हिंदुस्तान हमारा’. हिंदी भाषा अपने आप में अपनी स्थान बनाने के लिए पर्याप्त है. हिंदी भाषा को किसी भी प्रकार की बैसाखी की आवश्यकता नहीं है. अगर अभिभावक अपने बच्चों को हिंदी भाषा का ज्ञान दें तो वह दिन दूर नहीं जब हर […]
Jan Jagran 31 July 2023
बढ़ती तकनीक के दौर में साहित्य अब काग तक सीमित नहीं: शिवमूर्ति
रेख्ता फाउण्डेशन के हिन्दी साहित्य के उपक्रम हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगांठ साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव के रूप में संत गाडगे जी महराज प्रेक्षागृह में मनाई गई।
TV Live India 31 July 2023
‘Hindwi Utsav’ Celebrates Third Anniversary with Resounding Success
The event witnessed a vibrant congregation of Hindi-speaking communities, literary enthusiasts, and distinguished personalities, making it an unforgettable affair that highlighted the brilliance of Hindi literature and culture.
Telescope Today 30 July 2023
हिंदवी उत्सव : धन का सर्वोत्तम उपयोग है साहित्य में निवेश
रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन के हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम ‘हिन्दवी’ ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया।
Hindustan 30 July 2023
बढ़ती तकनीक के दौर में साहित्य अब काग तक सीमित नहीं: शिवमूर्ति
रेख्ता फाउण्डेशन के हिन्दी साहित्य के उपक्रम हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगांठ साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव के रूप में संत गाडगे जी महराज प्रेक्षागृह में मनाई गई। इसमें देश के विभिन्न भागों से आए हिंदी साहित्य की विभूतियों ने साहित्य संरक्षण और प्रचार पर अपनी बात रखी।
UNI Varta 30 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का भव्य आयोजन
लखनऊ, 30 जुलाई (वार्ता) हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम ‘हिन्दवी’ ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर रविवार को भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया जिसमें देश के जानेमाने साहित्यकारों और बुद्धिजीवियों ने अपने विचार प्रस्तुत किये।
Voice of Lucknow 30 July 2023
साहित्य अब कागज तक ही सीमित नहीं रहेगा : शिवमूर्ति
रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन के हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम हिन्दवी ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर आज लखनऊ के प्रतिष्ठित संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन किया।
instant khabar 30 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ में दिखा हिंदी साहित्यिक जगत की प्रतिष्ठित हस्तियों का अद्भुत संगम
रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन के हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम ‘हिन्दवी’ ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर आज लखनऊ के प्रतिष्ठित संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया।
Arya TV 29 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिन्दवी ने भाषिक सजगता को प्रोत्साहित किया है और साहित्य प्रेमियों के लिए एक ऐसा प्लेटफॉर्म बनाने का प्रयास किया है जहाँ हिंदी संस्कृति के विविध पहलुओं पर संवाद से लेकर नई खोज की जा सके, उत्सव मनाया जा सके। इस प्रक्रिया में हिन्दवी, जो कि ग़ैर-लाभकारी पहल है, ने ‘हिन्दवी डिक्शनरी’ की घोषणा की […]
24 Ghante Online 28 July 2023
नवाब नगरी में 30 जुलाई को लगेगा हिन्दी साहित्यकारों का जमावड़ा
उत्तर प्रदेश की राजधानी लखनऊ में आगामी 30 जुलाई को देश के जानेमाने साहित्यकार ( Hindi Writers) और बुद्धजीवी हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रोत्साहन के लिए विचार विमर्श करेंगे।
Lucknow Tribune 28 July 2023
Classical fusion band Shadaj to headline Third Anniversary celebration of Hindwi.org
The event, which will take place on July 30, 2023, at the vibrant Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow, promises to be a remarkable affair. Adding to the significance of the occasion, the celebrated writer and novelist, Shivmurti will grace the event as the Chief Guest, bestowing its divine presence upon the festivities.
UNI Varta 28 July 2023
नवाब नगरी में 30 जुलाइ को लगेगा साहित्यकारों का जमावड़ा
लखनऊ 28 जुलाई (वार्ता) उत्तर प्रदेश की राजधानी लखनऊ में आगामी 30 जुलाई को देश के जानेमाने साहित्यकार और बुद्धजीवी हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रोत्साहन के लिए विचार विमर्श करेंगे।
Economy Post 28 July 2023
Lucknow to host Hindi literary fest ‘Hindwi Utsav’
Hindwi.org under the aegis of Rekhta Foundation, which is dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindi literature, will celebrate its 3rd anniversary with ‘Hindwi Utsav’. The event, on July 30, will be organised at the vibrant Sangeet Natak Akademi premises.
Capital of Uttar Pradesh 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिन्दवी का उद्देश्य है कि वह अपने इस प्रयत्न को निरंतर जारी रखे और हिंदी भाषा को सुंदर और प्रामाणिक रूप में प्रस्तुत कर पाए।
Huzaifa 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिन्दवी की वेबसाइट पर 1200+ कवियों, 14000+ कविताओं, 1300+ छंदों, 3000+ दोहों और 300+ लोकगीत उपलब्ध हैं। हिन्दवी का उद्देश्य है कि वह अपने इस प्रयत्न को निरंतर जारी रखे और हिंदी भाषा को सुंदर और प्रामाणिक रूप में प्रस्तुत कर पाए।
Sawi Awareness 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ के पिछले संस्करण में साहित्य प्रेमियों की उत्साहपूर्ण भागीदारी से प्रेरित होकर इस वर्ष यह उत्सव अधिक बड़ा और भव्य होगा, जिसमें हिंदी साहित्य से जुड़ी प्रमुख हस्तियाँ और कलाकार एकसाथ एक मंच पर आएँगे।
Bharat Manjari 27 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
उद्घाटन समारोह के बाद पहला सत्र चर्चा-परिचर्चा का होगा जिसमें साहित्यकार शिवमूर्ति, शालिनी माथुर और अखिलेश जैसे प्रतिष्ठित लेखक विचारोत्तेजक विषय ‘कठिन समय में कटाक्ष’ पर चर्चा करेंगे। इसके बाद उत्सव में काव्यात्मक अभिव्यक्ति के लिए कविता संध्या(कविता पाठ) का आयोजन होगा।
Desh Pratidin 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिंदुस्तानी कला, साहित्य एवं संस्कृति के संरक्षण और प्रचार के लिए प्रयत्नशील रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन, हिंदी भाषा के विभिन्न रंगों का जश्न मनाने के लिए ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन कर रहा है जो भारतीय दर्शन और जीवन शैली की रीढ़ है।
Divya Sandesh 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] का वार्षिक साहित्यिक आयोजन है, जिसका उद्देश्य हिंदी भाषा और साहित्य की समृद्ध विरासत का जश्न मनाना और हिंदी-भाषी समुदायों तथा साहित्य-संस्कृति प्रेमियों को करीब लाना है।
News 18 Hindi 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की वर्षगांठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन, लखनऊ में जुटेंगे देशभर के साहित्यकार
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ के पिछले संस्करण में साहित्य प्रेमियों की उत्साहपूर्ण भागीदारी से प्रेरित होकर इस वर्ष यह उत्सव अधिक बड़ा और भव्य होगा, जिसमें हिंदी साहित्य से जुड़ी प्रमुख हस्तियां और कलाकार एकसाथ एक मंच पर आएंगे.
Times Now 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] का वार्षिक साहित्यिक आयोजन है। यह उत्सव साहित्य एवं संवाद को बढ़ावा देने और हिंदी साहित्य के अमूल्य योगदान को रेखांकित करने का एक मंच प्रदान करता है।
instant khabar 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ 30 जुलाई को लखनऊ में
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] का वार्षिक साहित्यिक आयोजन है, जिसका उद्देश्य हिंदी भाषा और साहित्य की समृद्ध विरासत का जश्न मनाना और हिंदी-भाषी समुदायों तथा साहित्य-संस्कृति प्रेमियों को करीब लाना है।
Suman Suprabhat 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रोत्साहन के लिए समर्पित रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन के उपक्रम, हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] ने अपने तीन वर्ष सफलता के साथ पूरे कर लिए हैं। अपनी तीसरी वर्षगांठ पर हिन्दवी ने ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ के रूप में 30 जुलाई, 2023 को लखनऊ के संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य आयोजन की घोषणा की है।
India Narrative 22 June 2023
Defying prophecy of doom, Urdu is blooming in India
World’s largest collection of Urdu shayari, poetry & poets has one web address – Rekhta.
Aaj Tak 12 June 2023
उपन्यास ‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ को प्रथम ‘बैंक ऑफ़ बड़ौदा राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान’; लेखक, अनुवादक को मिले 21 लाख और 15 लाख रुपए
प्रथम ‘बैंक ऑफ़ बड़ौदा राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान’ में उर्दू से हिंदी में अनूदित उपन्यासों की धूम रही. पहला सम्मान जहां उर्दू उपन्यास ‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ के लेखक मोहसिन खान और हिंदी अनुवादक सईद अहमद को दिया गया. वहीं सम्मान के लिए चुनी गई अंतिम 6 कृतियों में उर्दू भाषा की 3 कृतियां शामिल हैं.
APN News 12 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana wins the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Mohsin Khan, the author of the Urdu novel and Saeed Ahmad, the translator of the book in Hindi, won the award for the novel Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana.
Awaz The Voice 12 June 2023
मोहसिन खान की किताब अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना को मिला बैंक ऑफ बड़ौदा का राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान, सईद अहमद हैं अनुवादक
हिंदी में अनुवाद के क्षेत्र में सबसे बड़े पुरस्कार की घोषणा हो गई है. रविवार को बैंक ऑफ बड़ौदा राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान के विजेता के रूप में मोहसिन खान की किताब अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना के इसी नाम के हिंदी अनुवाद को यह पुरस्कार दिया गया. इस उर्दू उपन्यास का अनुवाद सईद अहमद ने किया है.
City Air News 12 June 2023
The ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ has been established to acknowledge and celebrate acclaimed novels published in different Indian languages and their translated and published Hindi versions.
Further, five novels – Abhipreta Kaala, Cheeni Kothi, Ghar Palano Chhele, Nadeesht and Nemat Khana received the runners up prize at this year’s edition.
Global Prime News 11 June 2023
BoB Announces ‘Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana’ as the Winner of ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
The ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ has been established to acknowledge and celebrate acclaimed novels published in different Indian languages and their translated and published Hindi versions.
IND Today 12 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana Wins The ‘Bank Of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector bank, today announced the winner of the first edition of the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023.
News 18 Hindi 12 June 2023
‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ को 36 लाख रुपये का पुरस्कार, उर्दू लेखक मोहसिन खान को मिला ‘राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान’
हिंदी साहित्य में अनुवाद की दुनिया में अब तक की सबसे बड़ी नकद राशि का पुरस्कार उर्दू के मशहूर लेखक मोहसिन खान को मिला है. उनके उपन्यास ‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ के हिंदी अनुवाद को इस सम्मान के लिए चुना गया.
Orissa Diary 12 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana Wins The ‘Bank Of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Mohsin Khan, the author of the Urdu novel and Saeed Ahmad, the translator of the book in Hindi, won the award for the novel Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana.
Pipa News 12 June 2023
Urdu novel allah miyan ka karkhana by mohsin khan gets bank of baroda rashtrabhasha samman | rekhta publication
Published in association with Rekhta Publications and Raj Kamal Prakashan, this book attempts to show the world from a child’s point of view.
Pro IQRA 12 June 2023
Urdu novel allah miyan ka karkhana by mohsin khan wins bank of baroda rashtrabhasha samman | rekhta publication
Renowned Urdu writer Mohsin Khan has received the world’s largest monetary award for translation in Hindi literature to date. The Hindi translation of his novel ‘Allah Mian Ka Karkhana’ was selected for this honour.
Sujatawde.com 11 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana wins the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector bank, today announced the winner of the first edition of the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023.
The Business Bytes 11 June 2023
Mohsin Khan’s “Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana” wins the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
The original author of the novel received a cash award worth Rs 21 lakh while the translator received Rs 15 lakh as prize money.
The Northlines 13 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana wins the ‘BoB Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Mohsin Khan,the authorof the Urdu novel and Saeed Ahmad,the translator of the book in Hindi, won the award for the novel Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana.
Zee Salaam 20 May 2023
Majaz Lakhnawi: कान्स फिल्म समारोह में शायर मजाज़ लखनवी की बायोपिक का प्रदर्शन
कान्स मार्चे डू फिल्म 2023 में उर्दू अदब के मशहूर शायर मजाज लखनवी पर फिल्म ‘मजाजः ए लाइफ इन पोएट्री’ दिखाई गई. इस फिल्म का निर्माण रेख्ता फाउंडेशन ने किया है
Times of India 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023. “Majaz: A Life in Poetry
The Print Hindi 20 May 2023
उर्दू शायर मजाज लखनवी पर बनी फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव-2023’ में दिखाई गई
कान, 20 मई (भाषा) उर्दू कवि मजाज लखनवी के जीवन और समय पर आधारित एक फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव 2023’ की भारतीय प्रविष्टियों में शामिल है।
The New Indian Express 21 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
Ghazal singer Amrish Mishra, in his first acting assignment, plays Majaz in the film, which sees the poet’s life is seen through the eyes of a research scholar.
Republic World 21 May 2023
Film On Urdu Poet Majaz Lakhnawi Screened At Cannes Marche Du Film 2023
Majaz: A Life in Poetry, written and directed by Huma Khalil, was screened at Cannes on May 20. The two-hour film is the first in the series.
PTI 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023. “Majaz: A Life in Poetry”
News Drum 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023. “Majaz: A Life in Poetry
LatestLY 20 May 2023
Entertainment News | Film on Urdu Poet Majaz Lakhnawi Screened at Cannes Marche Du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023.
Janta se Rishta 21 May 2023
उर्दू शायर मजाज लखनवी पर बनी फिल्म कांन्स मार्चे डू फिल्म 2023 में दिखाई गई
हुमा खलील द्वारा लिखित और निर्देशित ‘मजाज: ए लाइफ इन पोएट्री’ का शनिवार को यहां प्रदर्शन किया गया।
IBC24 20 May 2023
उर्दू शायर मजाज लखनवी पर बनी फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव-2023’ में दिखाई गई
कान, 20 मई (भाषा) उर्दू कवि मजाज लखनवी के जीवन और समय पर आधारित एक फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव 2023’ की भारतीय प्रविष्टियों में शामिल है।
East Coast Daily 22 May 2023
Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
New film based on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is one of India’s submissions to the Cannes Marche du Film 2023.
Devdiscourse 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
Huma Khalil says, “What drew me to Majaz is the fact that he was the first Urdu poet to speak of women as equals and not just for their beauty and charm.”
Deccan Herald 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
‘Majaz: A Life in Poetry’, written and directed by Huma Khalil, was screened on Saturday
Bolly Inside 21 May 2023
Cannes Marche Du Film 2023 Showcases Film Based on Urdu Poet Majaz Lakhnawi in the Entertainment News
The film is the first in a series that will use the audiovisual medium to tell stories about poets and writers who contributed to the growth of the Urdu language.
Outlook Hindi 1 April 2023
आवरण कथा/सोशल मीडिया: लोकप्रिय बनाम अदबी शायरी
www.rekhta.org ने इस धारणा को चरम पर पहुंचा दिया कि अच्छी और प्रतिनिधि शायरी वह है जिससे आनंद उठाने के लिए लिपि का जानना जरूरी नहीं, उर्दू शायरी को रोमन या देवनागरी में भी पढ़ा-समझा और सराहा जा सकता है।
Outlook Hindi 16 April 2023
इंटरव्यू – संजीव सराफ : ‘‘विदेश में भी होगा जश्न ए रेख्ता का उत्सव”
आज हर किसी के फोन तक उर्दू शायरी की पहुंच है। लोग उर्दू शायरी को वाट्सएप स्टेटस पर शेयर करने से लेकर उस पर इंस्टाग्राम रील्स और यूट्यूब शॉर्ट्स बना रहे हैं।
Outlook Hindi 1 April 2023
आवरण कथा/नजरिया: उर्दू दिलों को जोड़ती है
आज भी जो उर्दू भाषा का रंग है, हुस्न है, मोहब्बत है, वह किसी साहित्यिक संस्था के कारण नहीं है
Forbes 10 March 2023
Sanjiv Saraf: A saviour of languages
By setting up Rekhta Foundation, a not-for-profit, businessman Sanjiv Saraf has played a pivotal role in the revival of Urdu in the past decade
Hindustan Times 25 February 2023
Naseeruddin Shah feels Hindi cinema loves to laugh at others’ miseries: ‘Don’t know how to laugh at ourselves’
The veteran actor felt that films have been encouraging people to make fun of communities like the Sikhs or the Parsis, but when it comes to laughing at ourselves, people get sensitive.
Press Wire 18 25 February 2023
‘Vision is clear’, Naseeruddin Shah said this about South films
Recently, in Jashn-e-Rekhta, Naseeruddin Shah also took out his/her anger on Hindi cinema and said that- ‘Religions have always been made fun of in Hindi films.
gscene 31 August 2020
Biggest annual Urdu language festival goes online
The sixth annual Jashn-e-Rekhta (festival of Urdu language) which showcases the composite culture of South Asia is due to be hosted virtually from September 5-6 .
Asian Voice 7 September 2020
I doubt that both love and anguish can be better expressed in any other language : Tanuja Chandra
Amidst the countless mesmerising anecdotes, in the two day virtual celebration at Jashn-E-Rekhta UK, Tanuja discussed the contribution of Urdu to the world of cinema and television.
Gulf Today 31 August 2020
Letters ace borders in UAE’s rousing Urdu play Mian Biwi aur Wagah
The play’s premise is woven around three central characters — a wife-husband duo, both journalists, from Karachi (Pakistan) and Bihar (India), who are seen and heard writing letters to their kith and kin from all walks of life, set in different cities, and through a range of varied emotions.
Asian Voice 31 August 2020
Ghazals are not just about heartbreak and being drunk : Shilpa Rao
“Ghazal is a mix of everything and has the added bliss of being extremely romantic and expressed beautifully. I think it’s all of that. It’s a world of its own. It’s a way of life. It’s a thought process.”- Shilpa Rao
Daily Excelsior 29 August 2020
India-Pak play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
Jashn-e-Rekhta UK, organised by the Rekhta Foundation UK over two days on September 5 and 6, is pitching itself as a unique “immersive experience” that will bring together exclusive sessions and digital archive of art forms.
News Beezer 28 August 2020
India-Pakistan play on letter writing for the premiere at the UK’s Urdu Festival
The UK premiere of a play based on a series of letters describing the real-life experiences of an Indian man and his Pakistani wife is one of the highlights of a unique virtual Urdu festival being held in the UK.
The Week 28 August 2020
India-Pak play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
“It is indeed a great honour that an institution like Rekhta recognised our efforts for the love of Urdu,” said Amna Khaishgi, team leader of Goonj, the theatre group behind the play co-written by Dubai-based Ehtesham Shahid, who also portrays the main lead of Mian.
The Tribune 28 August 2020
India-Pak play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
Among the other highlights include “Cinema – Kal Aur Aaj”, during which famed poets and lyricists Javed Akhtar and Manoj Muntashir will be in conversation about films, lyrics and Urdu poetry.
The New Indian Express 28 August 2020
India-Pakistan play about letter-writing to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
‘Mian Biwi Aur Wagah’ will be showcased next week at Jashn-e-Rekhta (JeR) UK, the world’s largest Urdu language literary event held annually in Delhi since 2016.
iGlobal 28 August 2020
Filmmaker Tanuja Chandra among headliners of UKs first Urdu Fest
Indian filmmaker Tanuja Chandra is among the Bollywood headliners, alongside famed lyricist-poets Javed Akhtar and Gulzar, of a first-of-its-kind virtual Urdu festival being hosted in Britain for the Indian diaspora
Asian Voice 24 August 2020
Jashn-e-Rekhta presents 32 digital sessions for the UK
Some highlights, as well as those made especially for the UK, include: Tanuja Chandra, Indian film director, Nasreen Munni Kabir, filmmaker and author, Sania Saeed, renowned Pakistani actor discuss the contribution of Urdu to the world of cinema.
Eastern Eye 28 August 2020
India-Pakistan play on letter-writing set to premiere at Urdu festival in UK
THE UK premiere of a play based on a series of letters describing the real-life experiences of an Indian husband and his Pakistani wife are among the highlights of a first-of-its-kind virtual Urdu festival being hosted in Britain.
Asian Express 28 August 2020
Timeless Romance… world’s largest Urdu-language festival goes online
In the spirit of “the show must go on”, organisers have taken the entire showcase online due to Covid-19 measures, but promise that it will be a fully immersive and interactive experience for attendees.
Asian Sunday 28 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu-Language Festival Moves Online
A two-day cultural festival celebrating Urdu culture and heritage will take place online this year as social distancing measures remain in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Asian Image 30 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu-language festival goes online
Sanjiv Saraf said, “It is my ambition to spotlight everything the Urdu-language has given us, from poetry, prose, philosophy, a humane and civilized medium of communication and of course, timeless romance.
AP News 28 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu-language festival goes online
The online event will be easy to join and will showcase exclusive sessions and will open a digital archive of art forms including poetry (mushaira), literature, storytelling (dastangoi), ghazals, sufi music, qawwali as well as dance & drama.
Yahoo 28 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu-language festival goes online
Jashn-e-Rekhta 2020 (“Festival of Urdu language”) will present a finely curated artistic programme representing the rich tapestry of Urdu culture & heritage.
News Direct 28 August 2020
World’s largest Urdu festival goes online
30,000 people expected at 2-day extravaganza on 5-6 September, showcasing performances
Outlook Hindi 1 June 2021
उर्दू को आसानी से समझने के लिए रेख्ता फ़ाउंडेशन ने की रेख्ता शब्दकोश की रचना
रेख्ता फ़ाउंडेशन ने उर्दू सीखने और समझने को आसान करने के लिए रेख्ता शब्दकोश की रचना की है जो तीन भाषाओं उर्दू, हिंदी और अंग्रेज़ी में है और इसे दुनिया के किसी भी जगह निःशुल्क प्रयोग किया जा सकता है।
Indiaeducationdiary.com 17 February 2021
‘Guftugu’ To Continue The Art Of Unhurried Interviews
The longest running personality based talk show ‘Guftugu’ is all set to return on a new screen with its exclusive premiere on Rekhta Foundation’s YouTube channel @jashnerekhtaofficial from 21st February 2021 onwards, with new episode to be streamed every Sunday at 10pm.
HT City 11 October 2021
A poetic tribute to Ghalib
For Delhi’s former LG Najeeb Jung ,a dream he lived with for 50 years came true with the recent launch of his book Deewaan-e-Ghalib: Sariir-e-Khaama ,a translation and compilation of Ghalib’s Urdu kalaam to English.
The Quint 3 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature, 90,000 titles digitised in 6 years
“Without archiving, an ageless language with its long due recognition and respect would have died long ago, depriving our future generations from cherishing the rich heritage of Urdu,” -Sanjiv Saraf
India Today 30 December 2019
Body of language
Delhi’s Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium turned into a melting pot of Indian culture and literature over three days, December 13 to 15 – The annual Jashn-e-Rekhta festival left the crowds spellbound.
The Indian Express 28 April 2019
As times get tougher, Urdu publishers find it increasingly tough to stay afloat
Rekhta, a non-profit organisation, has revived interest in the language among young and old Indians, who have begun to bond over Urdu. Besides, it has a large collection of Urdu e-books including some rare texts.
The New Indian Express 9 November 2019
Ummeed for Urdu
In October, Rekhta Foundation of the famed Jashn-e-Rekhta of Delhi organised Shaam-e-Rekhta at Jawahar Bal Bhavan, Public Gardens which brought together ‘Nasr Goi’ and ‘Mushaira’.
Hindustan Times 13 December 2019
Jashn-e-Rekhta: For the love of Urdu, a language that defines a composite culture
Over the last five years, this cultural festival has sought much interest from specifically the younger generation.
The New Indian Express 3 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature, 90,000 titles digitised in six years
The 90,000 e-books – a staggering 19 million pages – are classified into diverse categories including children’s literature, banned books, diaries and translations and can then be accessed by people.
Republic 4 December 2019
Urdu Literature Receives A Boost As Over 90 Thousand Titles Digitised In 6 Years
Saraf’s e-book portal ‘rekhta.org’ documents 90,000 Urdu literary pieces in the quest for conserving rich heritage to make it available to the future generation
Times of India 19 May 2019
A Pak techie is trying to revive Punjabi poetry
Inspired by what Rekhta has done for Urdu in India, Sohail Abid has set up a platform to digitise works of legendary poets like Bulle Shah and Baba Farid
The Indian Express 27 December 2019
Urdu and the young poets
It is not past that’s on the young Urdu poets’ minds; it’s the future. They reflect on the state of the nation, talk of lighting candles amid darkness.
The Siasat Daily 4 December 2019
Rekhta claims digitising 90,000 Urdu titles
Rekhta.org portal also offers a collection of ‘shers’ and ‘shayaris’ and an essential collection of iconic poets, all this for free!
Devdiscourse 8 October 2019
Finding rhyme and verse with Qaafiya Dictionary, first online Urdu poetry tool
The dictionary, which is available on the official Rekhta website and went online in August, is the world’s first online Urdu rhyming dictionary, claims the Rekhta Foundation, dedicated to the promotion of the language.
The Week 8 October 2019
Finding rhyme and verse with Qaafiya Dictionary first online Urdu poetry tool
Aspiring English poets have multiple online resources telling them how to write a sonnet, haiku or limerick but those aspiring to pen Urdu verse have just the Qaafiya Dictionary to help them write a poem that qualifies to be a ‘ghazal’ by finding the right rhyming words.
NDTV 8 October 2019
Finding Rhyme And Verse With Qaafiya Dictionary, First Online Urdu Poetry Tool
The dictionary, which is available on the official Rekhta website and went online in August, is the world’s first online Urdu rhyming dictionary.
The New Indian Express 8 October 2019
Finding rhyme and verse with Rekhta Foundation’s Qaafiya Dictionary, first online Urdu poetry tool
Vishal Bhardwaj, filmmaker, music composer and frequent dabbler in verse, said he often wondered when Urdu would have its own rhyming library’.
Daijiworld.com 3 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature, 90,000 titles digitised in 6 years
Some 90,000 titles in Urdu – including the Mahabharata and the Quran, as also autobiographies, fiction, travelogues, translations, manuscripts and pop magazines – have been digitised and made available online.
Ummid.com 3 December 2019
Rekhta claims digitising 90,000 Urdu titles
The project has been running successfully in its attempt to virtually reincarnate Urdu literature
The Sentinel 5 December 2019
A virtual Urdu library for free
Rekhta’s virtual library where some 90,000 titles in Urdu have been digitised and made available on an internet portal for academicians, scholars and researchers to benefit from.
Millenium Post 5 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature
90,000 e-books are classified into diverse categories which can be accessed by students, scholars, researchers, litterateurs of the language anytime from around the world
The Indian Express 13 December 2017
For the Record
A dancer goes in search of a nautch girl and finds the legend of Nawab Jaan — a representation of the country’s famed courtesans – Kathak performance at Jashn-e-Rekhta
Hindustan Times 9 December 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta: Meet the man whose passion project is now a celebration of Urdu
Sanjiv Saraf, 59, launched the Rekhta website in January 2013. He started the festival Jashn-e-Rekhta in 2015.
Times of India 12 December 2017
Nandita Das on Padmavati controversy: I had faced this with my films, this has become a part of life now
Actress-director Nandita Das, who has made a film on the life of playwright and author Saadat Hasan Manto, says that she is not afraid of the flak, if any, that the film may receive.
Hindustan Times 10 December 2017
Truth is never easy, but it always triumphs in the end: Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui believes that he should have avoided sharing so much ‘truth’ in his memoir
DNA 28 November 2017
Urdu festival returns to serenade Delhi from December 8
The three-day event that celebrates the creative richness and timeless glory of the Urdu language will host over 40 poets, authors and artistes at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium here
The Hindu 9 December 2017
The jashn Urdu at Jashn-e-Rekhta begins
Over 100 distinguished writers, poets, artists, littérateurs and singers will gather at the event
The Hindu 27 November 2017
Festival to celebrate the ‘timeless glory’ of Urdu
Three-day Jashn-e-Rekhta will begin from December 8
Times of India 10 December 2017
Urdu dying? Festival shows it’s not just zinda but rocking
There was a time when Urdu was defined only by well-loved familiar faces like Javed Akhtar and Gulzar — and they still pull massive crowds — but what is remarkable is the rise of new names pushing the cause of the language.
The Hindu 12 December 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta: Celebrating a common heritage
With youngsters embracing Urdu in a big way, the fourth edition of “Jashn-e-Rekhta” saw an eclectic mix of literary discussions and festal sessions
Telegraph India 19 December 2017
An ode to Urdu and its survival
One expected that the fourth Jashn-e-Rekhta edition in Delhi – an event celebrating the Urdu language – would have been yet another congregation apologetic about its identity and complaining about its marginalisation.
Mumbai Mirror 16 December 2017
In one voice
A celebration of Urdu reveals why the lyrical language is here to stay
News Nation 17 February 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta 2017: Celebrate timeless eloquence of Urdu in Delhi
The Unique Festival Of Jashn-e-Rekhta 2017 Will Be A Three-day Event To Eulogise Urdu And Will Begin In Delhi On February 17. It Is The Third Edition Of The Festival And Will Be Inaugurated By Gulzar And Ustad Amjad Ali.
The New Indian Express 16 December 2017
‘Sufi Music is Getting Commercialised’
The Nizami Bandhu, who performed at the Jashn-e-Rekhta—the largest festival celebrating various facets of Urdu—in Delhi early this month, boast a 700-year-old legacy.
Jagran 9 December 2017
…आज फिर जीने की तमन्ना है, सुरों के दरिया में नहीं रह गया तेरा-मेरा
होली के रंगों में, दिवाली के दीयों में, ईद की सेवइयों में मिठास घोलती उर्दू का ही यह असर था कि लोग कुर्सियों पर न सिर्फ जमे रहे बल्कि उर्दू की शोख गुफ्तगू का लुत्फ लेते रहे।
Navbharat Times 10 December 2017
इश्क की जुबान उर्दू का जश्न
दिसंबर की गुलाबी ठंड में गुड़ सी मिठास घोलने वाला उर्दू का सबसे बड़ा फेस्टिवल मेजर ध्यानचंद स्टेडियम में चल रहा है। रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन की ओर से आयोजित …
Dainik Bhasker 11 December 2017
उर्दू जबान को मजहब से जोड़ना गलत: शबाना आजमी
हिंदुस्तान में 60 के दशक तक 90 फीसदी लोग उर्दू जबान बोलते थे, लेकिन उसके बाद इसे मजहबी रंग दे दिया गया और यह मुसलमानों की भाषा बन कर रह गई। यह पूरे हिंदुस्तान की भाषा है, सिर्फ मुस्लिमों की नहीं।
Jagran 10 December 2017
सुरों की सुरीली गाथा से सजा शहर रेख्ता
राजधानी की आपाधापी के बीच मेजर ध्यानचंद स्टेडियम में उर्दू के रंगो-नूर से शहर रेख्ता रोशन हुआ। जहां जुबां पर गालिब का तराना था।
Jagran 9 December 2017
उर्दू से मोहब्बत के इजहार के लिए जश्न ए रेख्ता पहुंचे लोग
मेजर ध्यान चंद स्टेडियम परिसर में आयोजित इस उत्सव में महफिल-खाना, बज्म ए खयाल, दयार ए इजहार और कुंज ए सुखन में आयोजित सभी कार्यक्रमों में दर्शक खचाखच भरे थे।
Jagran 8 December 2017
रंगकर्मी दानिश इकबाल ने कहा- युवा मन में हरारत की खुराक है जश्न-ए-रेख्ता
प्रो. दानिश इकबाल बताते हैं कि युवा मन में जब हरारत सी होती है तो दवा की नहीं कविता की जरूरत होती है
Counter Currents 17 February 2023
Poetry needs to be recited, not just read
Sanjiv Saraf started Rekhta.org to make Urdu poems accessible by presenting each in three different scripts: in the original Urdu; in Devanagari, the script of Hindi; and in English transliteration. Readers could click on any word to get a pop-up of its meaning.
The Wire 19 February 2023
Remembering Amjad Islam Amjad, the Poet of Love and Danger
Amjad was a poet, dramatist, columnist, translator and travelogue writer. With his poetry’s focus firmly on love, it was always interesting how Amjad negotiated the idea of nation.
Aaj Tak 9 December 2017
सच बोलना भारी पड़ रहा है, नवाज बोले- मुझे किताब के लिए माफी मांगनी पड़ी
बॉलीवुड के दिग्गज अभिनेता नवाजुद्दीन सिद्दीकी ने एक बार फिर अपनी बायोग्राफी ‘An Ordinary Life’ को लेकर बयान दिया है. उन्होंने कहा, आजकल सच बोलना भारी पड़ रहा है. थोड़ा बोलो ज्यादा नहीं. मैंने सच पर आधारित एक किताब लिखी. लोगों को पसंद नहीं आई मुझे माफी मांगनी पड़ी.
Gaon Connection 10 December 2017
पति-पत्नी के झगड़े की जड़ पति का खुद को कायनात का सितारा समझ लेना है : जावेद अख्तर
यहां उर्दू जबान के उत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख्ता में शामिल होने आए अख्तर ने कुछ इश्क किया, कुछ काम किया सत्र में कहा, ”पति-पत्नी के बीच सारे झगड़े की जड़ पति की वह सोच है जिसमें वह अपने आप को सारी कायनात (ब्रह्मांड) का सितारा समझ लेता है। सारे लोग उसके आस-पास बाकी ग्रहों की तरह चक्कर […]
HT City 11 December 2017
Urdu was like music to my ears
At Jashn-e-Rekhta, veteran actor Shabana Azmi reminisces about her growing up years and her love for the Urdu Language.
Times of India 12 December 2017
Javed Akhtar’s shaadi tips and shayari for Shabana at this Delhi event
While talking in a session titled ‘Kuch ishq kiya, kuch kaam kiya’, he spoke about completing 33 years of marriage. “Meri aur Shabana ki dosti itni gehri hai, itni achhi hai aur itni mazboot hai ki shaadi bhi uska kuch nahi bigaad saki,”
The Hindu 15 December 2017
Understanding Rekhta
The three-day Jashn-e-Rekhta (Rekhta Festival) that concluded on Sunday drew our attention to the shared linguistic, literary and cultural traditions that have evolved over the centuries.
Times of India 9 December 2017
Urdu fest ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’ to light up weekend
The three-day festival began on Friday evening, with luminaries like Waheeda Rehman, Pandit Jasraj and a performance by Ustad Rashid Khan. London-born singer Tanya Wells, famous for her ghazals, is the special guest this year.
The Hindu 11 December 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta ends on a musical note
The three-day witnessed multiple panel discussions, music and dance performances, open poetry recitation, mushairas , ghazal sarai and dastangoi sessions, calligraphy workshops, film screenings, book launches and live music performances.
The Hindu 11 December 2017
A passion born out of love for Urdu
At the 4th edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta here, dastango Nadeem Shah Suharwardy and Shankar Musafir adapted a three-page dastaan by Rajasthan’s famous storyteller Vijaydan Detha and delivered it in a semi-theatrical hour-long performance.
Hindustan Times 8 December 2017
Romancing verses: Jashn-E-Rekhta is back, all for the love of Urdu language
Javed Akhtar, Waheeda Rehman, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Nandita Das, Imtiaz Ali are among the Bollywood celebs who will be present at Jashn-E-Rekhta – a three-day Urdu language festival at Delhi’s Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium.
The New Indian Express 3 December 2022
For the love of Urdu
Replete with poetry sessions, discourses by celebrities, and other such events, Jashn-e-Rekhta’s seventh edition is aiming to turn the spotlight on Urdu literature
HT City 7 February 2016
Dilli shows some love for Urdu
The city is gearing up to profess love for Urdu language with the second edition of the three-day festival, Jashn-e-Rekhta.
Times of India 15 December 2019
Celebrating dissent and unity in troubled times
As Jashn-e-Rekhta progressed, participants celebrated dissent, advocated unity, lamented the loss of language and reminisced the bygone age of revolutions. The common thread that tied these themes, however, was humanity’s shared hope for a better future.
Indian Express 13 December 2019
A life in music
Ut Bade Ghulam Ali Khan from Kasur-Patiala gharana will be remembered by his grandson Ut Raza Ali Khan at the sixth edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta at the sixth edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta
Times of India 16 December 2019
Anubhav Sinha: ‘Mulk’ ke baad bhi bass main ‘Mulk’ hi bana raha hoon
While interacting with the audience at Jashn-e-Rekhta, Anubhav Sinha, who has received death threats and been a punching bag for trolls on social media, said that he believes in not thinking about consequences when there is a story that needs to be told.
Times of India 20 December 2019
Piyush Mishra: Must stand by what you believe in
At the recently concluded Jashn-e-Rekhta, Piyush Mishra talked about how Anurag Kashyap was completely broke, but he was ready to fight for what he felt was right for his film, ‘Black Friday’.
Times of India 20 December 2019
Divya Dutta: I broke down after shooting a marital rape scene
Speaking at a session at the recently concluded Jashn-e-Rekhta, Divya Dutta shared the trauma of doing a rape scene in a film.
Prabhat Khabar 14 December 2019
विरोधाभासी व्यक्तित्व वाले शख्स थे साहिर लुधियानवी : जावेद अख्तर
कवि एवं गीतकार जावेद अख्तर ने‘जश्न ए रेख्ता’ उत्सव में कहा कि अपनी कविताओं के जरिए सच्चाई बयां करने और सही बात के लिए लड़ते समय अपने उग्र रवैये के लिए जाने जाने वाले साहिर लुधियानवी निजी जिंदगी में बिल्कुल विपरीत थे.
Jagran 15 December 2019
छोटी-छोटी बातों की भी मां से इजाजत लेते थे साहिर : जावेद अख्तर
जश्न ए रेख्ता के दूसरे दिन साहिर लुधियानवी पर आयोजित सत्र ‘पल दो पल का शायर हूं’ में गीतकार जावेद अख्तर ने कहा कि अपनी कविताओं के जरिये सच्चाई बयां करने और सही बात के लिए लड़ते समय कई बार उग्र रवैये के लिए पहचाने जाने वाले साहिर असल जिदगी में बिल्कुल विपरीत थे।
Live Hindustan 14 December 2019
हर्षदीप के सूफी गीतों पर झूमे दर्शक
जश्न-ए-रेख्ता के दौरान गुरुनानकदेव की 550वीं जयंती, महात्मा गांधी की 150वीं जयंती और मिर्जा गालिब की 150वीं पुण्यतिथि मनाई जाएगी।
Live Hindustan 15 December 2019
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता में बोले जावेद अख्तर, बदलाव से इंकलाब होगा
दुनिया में किसी कविता और गजल ने इंकलाब नहीं किया है। ये सिर्फ नारे हैं, जिनका इस्तेमाल किया जा सकता है। इंकलाब परिवर्तन से होगा, जिसके लिए जोश और कोशिश होनी चाहिए।
Live Hindustan 8 December 2019
दिल्लीवालों पर छाएगी उर्दू की खुमारी, 13 दिसंबर से शुरू होगा जश्न-ए-रेख्ता
हिदुस्तानी भाषा को समर्पित मशहूर उत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख्ता का आगाज नई दिल्ली स्थित मेजर ध्यानचंद स्टेडियम में 13 दिसंबर से शुरू होगा, जो तीन दिनों तक चलेगा।
News 18 25 November 2019
कब से शुरू हो रहा है जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता, जानें इस बार क्या होगा ख़ास
रेख़्ता बजार में हाथ से बने पुराने जमाने की कलाकृतियां, सामानों की भी खरीद फरोख्त होगी. साथ ही अगर आप किताबों के शौक़ीन हैं तो बता दें कि यहां पर बुक फेयर भी लगता है. यहां Aiwan-i-Zaiqa पर लजीज पकवानों का भी आप लुत्फ़ उठा सकते हैं.
Times of India 18 December 2019
Javed Akhtar: Sad that Sahir Ludhianvi’s ‘Jinhe Naaz Hai Hind Par Woh Kahan Hain’ is still relevant today
At the recently Jashn-e-Rekhta festival, Javed Akhtar discussed the life and work of Sahir Ludhianvi in a session titled ‘Main Pal Do Pal Ka Shayar Hoon’.
The Wire 21 February 2017
हम ज़बान की ख़िदमत कर रहे हैं, इसका सियासत और मज़हब से कोई लेना-देना नहीं
उर्दू है जिसका नाम हमीं जानते हैं दाग़, हिन्दोस्तां में धूम हमारी ज़बां की है, दाग़ देहलवी का ये शेर उर्दू ज़बां से प्यार करने वालों को बेहद अज़ीज़ है. किसी भाषा से प्रेम की मिसाल देखनी हो तो उर्दू और उसके चाहने वालों का नाम शायद सबसे ऊपर आएगा.
Millenium Post 24 December 2019
Art from the heart
Indian artsist Wajid Khan, who specialises in carving canvas with nails, recently showcased the art form of Urdu talisman Ghalib Mirza at the much-popular Urdu Literature Festival, ‘Jashn-e-rekhta’ 2019.
Millenium Post 13 December 2019
Jashn-e-Rekhta to highlight women’s role in arts
The festival will begin on December 13 with a performance by Harshdeep Kaur and conclude on December 15 with Jaspinder Narula’s performance.
The Indian Express 13 December 2019
A language has to reach people
In its sixth edition, Jashn-e-Rekhta will celebrate the richness of Urdu
Dainik Bhaskar 23 November 2022
जश्न-ए-रेख्ता : 3 साल बाद सातवें संस्करण के साथ होगी दिल्ली में वापसी
हिंदुस्तानी संस्कृति का महोत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख्ता तीन साल के महामारी विराम के बाद दिल्ली के धरातल पर फिर से लौट रहा है। पिछली बार यह आयोजन दिसंबर 2019 में हुआ था।
News 18 Hindi 22 November 2022
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता: 2 दिसंबर से दिल्ली में जुटेंगे जावेद अख़्तर, नसीरूद्दीन शाह और कुमार विश्वास जैसे फनकार
हिंदुस्तानी तहज़ीब के इस जश्न का आगाज़ 2 दिसम्बर की शाम को जावेद अख़्तर करेंगे. इसके बाद सुरों के सरताज हरिहरन गज़ल सराई से समा बांधेंगे. कार्यक्रम का समापन 4 दिसम्बर की शाम को मशहूर गायिका ऋचा शर्मा के सूफ़ी संगीत के साथ होगा.
Business World 18 November 2022
The Largest Urdu Language Fest ‘Jashn-E-Rekhta’ Is Back In The Capital City
In a three-day fest from December 2nd to 4th, over two lakh visitors are expected
Outlook India 18 November 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta Set To Be Back For Its 7th Edition: All You Need To Know
The three-day festival is organized annually in Delhi under the aegis of the Rekhta Foundation
The Print 17 November 2022
`Jashn-e-Rekhta` to return after gap of three years
“I am delighted that the 7th edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022 is being held after a period of three full years. I invite one and all to join us as we celebrate our cultural heritage and oneness and make the Jashn an unforgettable experience,” Sanjiv Saraf, founder of Rekhta Foundation, told PTI.
Rediff 17 November 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta’ festival to be held in Delhi from Dec 2
Spread across three days, with more than 150 artistes, the festival will see ghazals, sufi music, qawwali, dastangoi, panel discussions, mushaira, and poetry recitations.
Nyoooz 17 November 2022
“Jashn-e-Rekhta” to return after three years
It was last celebrated in December 2019 after which COVID disrupted life as we know it.
Times of India 20 January 2023
Poetry, music and stories galore at Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022
From Shilpa Rao and Hariharan’s melodious renditions to poetic discussions with Javed Akhtar, Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi and more, here’s what the festival that celebrates Urdu had to offer in its seventh edition
Awaz The Voice 22 January 2023
How Urdu united two Japanese friends in matrimony
Jashn-e-Rekhta rekindled their love for Urdu, a language that forged their friendship and united them in matrimony.
The Tribune 22 January 2023
10 years of Rekhta
What began as a hobby project is the largest online repository of Urdu literature.
Bangkok Post 8 January 2023
Ancient poetry draws stadium crowds
“In our effort to get on the gravy train, we left a lot behind on the platform,” Javed Akhtar, a prominent poet and lyricist, said at the festival.
Festivals From India 6 January 2023
Festivals to look forward to in 2022
Gather your friends and family and get ready to share experiences and make memories for a lifetime.
DW Asia_Twitter 9 December 2022
Urdu-language literary festival draws crowds in India
After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Urdu-language literary festival “Jashn-e-Rekhta” is back in Delhi.
The Indian Express 2 December 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta returns: Poetry as the language of love
With celebrity conversations, master classes with poets on ghazal-writing and appreciation workshops on Hindustani languages, the seventh edition speaks to a new generation, says Sanjiv Saraf, founder, Rekhta Foundation
Times of India 13 December 2022
Naseeruddin Shah: I’d like to play Ghalib again
Naseeruddin Shah at Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022 opened up about how Ghalib introduced him to Urdu Poetry.
Outlook Traveller 17 November 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta Set To Be Back For Its 7th Edition: All You Need To Know
The festival has drawn more than 1,50,000 visitors in the past.
News 18 29 November 2022
ऋचा शर्मा, हरिहरन और प्रतिभा बघेल के सुरों से गुलजार होंगी ‘जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता’ की शाम
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता में भारतीय फिल्मों के मशहूर पार्श्वगायक और गज़ल गायक हरिहरन गीत और गज़ल प्रस्तुत करेंगे.
Times of India 30 November 2022
Delhi: Over 50 sessions of qawwalis, ghazals, poetry & more at Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022
Talking about the event, Saraf said, “We have interesting speakers & events such as an Urdu play on Lord Ram’s life. There is food and merchandise too.”
21 December 2022
A packed festival calendar
While some festivals went digital in the last two years, others went on a hiatus. This year, they’ve all returned
Navjeevan 5 December 2022
अज्ञानता और अफवाहों के अंधेरे को सूरज की किरन की तरह खत्म करने का उत्सव था जश्न-ए-रेख्ता
जश्न-ए-रेख्ता जहां उर्दू जुबान का जश्न था तो वहीं समाज के हर धर्म और हर तबके को एक मंच पर लाने का जरिया भी साबित हुआ।
Whats Hot 4 July 2022
Jashn-E-Rekhta Has Finally Announced Its Dates For Its 7th Edition In Delhi This Year!
Jashn-e-Rekhta celebrates Urdu and its culture through a three-day festival!
News 18 21 November 2022
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता: 2 दिसंबर से दिल्ली में जुटेंगे जावेद अख़्तर, नसीरूद्दीन शाह और कुमार विश्वास जैसे फनकार
हिंदुस्तानी तहज़ीब के इस जश्न का आगाज़ 2 दिसम्बर की शाम को जावेद अख़्तर करेंगे.
The Times of India 30 October 2022
Minister BD Kalla proposes ‘No Vote’ movement for inclusion of Rajasthani in eighth Schedule
“I do not know why the Centre has been sitting on this Bill. It is an insult to us and the language”, said Kalla urging the people to begin a ‘No Recognition, No Vote’ movement till Rajasthani was included in 8th schedule.
ETV Bharat 30 October 2022
अंजस महोत्सव: पुरानी जड़ों से जुड़े रहने के साथ नई चीजों का अवलोकन भी जरूरी- इला अरुण
जोधपुर के गढ़ गोविंद में आयोजित अंजस महोत्सव में अभिनेत्री और गायिका इला अरुण ने (Anjas Mahotsav 2022 in Jodhpur) राजस्थानी भाषा और लोक गीतों को जिंदा रखने की बात करते हुए कहा कि राजस्थानी उच्चारण जानने से आज भी लोक गीतों की रचना की जा सकती है.
Festivals From India October 2022
2022- Festivals From India: Anjas Mahotsav, Jodhpur Rajasthan
The inaugural edition of the Anjas Mahotsav, presented by the Rekhta Foundation, will celebrate the language, literature, music and culture of Rajasthan.
Fashion Network 10 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthani crafts in Jodhpur
The Rekhta Foundation will celebrate and promote Rajasthani language, culture, and crafts at its first ever ‘Anjas Mahotsav’.
Punjab Kesari 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
अंजस महोत्सव में प्रसिद्ध गायिका इला अरुण, उस्ताद अनवर खान मंगनियार, मामे खान, और मुख्तियार अली, राजस्थानी कवि अर्जुन देव चरण, मधु आचार्य, ऐदन सिंह भाटी, और चंद्र प्रकाश देवल सहित लोक कलाकार, शिल्पकार और साहित्यकार भाग लेंगे।
NewsDrum Desk 22 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s culture, art begins on October 29
More than 100 speakers, artists, celebrities and litterateurs including Ila Arun, Shailesh Lodha, Ravi Jhankal, Arjun Deo Charan, Mame Khan,….
Traveldine 17 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation to host Anjas Mahotsav — the first-ever festival devoted to the Rajasthani language
Anjas Mahotsav, scheduled to be held in the last week of October this year in Jodhpur, is Rekhta Foundation’s latest initiate to the Rajasthani language, literature, and traditions.
The Week 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage tradition
During the Anjas Mahotsav, Rekhta Foundation will also formally launch a first-of-its-kind digital repository of Rajasthani language’s textual and oral literary tradition – Anjas.org.
The Print 29 October 2022
राजस्थानी भाषा को आठवीं अनुसूची में शामिल करने के लिए केंद्र पर दबाव बनाने की जरूरत: कल्ला
राजस्थान के मंत्री बी. डी. कल्ला ने शनिवार को कहा कि राजस्थानी भाषा को संविधान की आठवीं अनुसूची में शामिल करने के लिए केंद्र सरकार पर दबाव बनाया जाना चाहिए।
The Print 22 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s culture, art begins on October 29
Anjas is the first and the most comprehensive online repository of its kind in Rajasthani.
Everything Experiential 10 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation Announce “Anjas Mahotsav” To Revive and Rejuvenate Rajasthani Language
The festival will be on 29 and 30 October 2022, in the Jodhpur of Rajasthan
News 18 1 October 2022
राजस्थानी साहित्य और भाषा को संरक्षित करेगा ‘अंजस’, रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन की अनूठी पहल
राजस्थानी भाषा में मौखिक और लिखित साहित्य, कला और परंपरा की अनमोल धरोहर जीवंत है.
IBC 24 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
राजस्थान की समृद्ध परंपराओं और संस्कृति का जश्न मनाने और उसे संरक्षित करने के लिए, अंजस महोत्सव का पहला संस्करण अक्टूबर के अंतिम सप्ताह में आयोजित किया जाएगा।
Devdiscourse 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage, tradition
Folk artistes, craftspersons and literary personalities including famous singers Ila Arun, Ustad Anwar Khan Manganiyar, Mame Khan, and Mukhtiyar Ali, Rajasthani poets Arjun Deo Charan, Madhu Acharya, Aidan Singh Bhati, and Chandra Prakash Deval among others will take part in Anjas Mahotsav.
Nyoooz 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage, tradition
The two-day gala is likely to be inaugurated by Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and Maharaja of Jodhpur Gaj Singh on October 29-30 at Garh Govind in Jodhpur.
Navbharat Times 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
दो दिन तक चलने वाले इस महोत्सव का उद्घाटन राजस्थान के मुख्यमंत्री अशोक गहलोत और जोधपुर के महाराज गज सिंह द्वारा जोधपुर के गढ़ गोविंद में किये जाने की उम्मीद है।
The Print 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthans cultural heritage, tradition
To celebrate and preserve the rich traditions and culture of Rajasthan, the first edition of Anjas Mahotsav will be organised in the last week of October, organiser Rekhta Foundation announced on Thursday.
Economics.indiatimes 24 May 2021
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरीः एक क्लिक में उर्दू की दुनिया सामने
रेख़्ता फ़ाउन्डेशन जो उर्दू की तरक़्क़ी के लिए सात आठ सालों से डटा हुआ है, ने तीन भाषाओं की डिक्शनरी तय्यार करके लोगों के लिए बिना मुआवज़ा खोल दी.
Sexi News 31 July 2022
Famous Literature Forum Hindwi Celebrating Second Foundation Day | ‘Hindvi’ celebrated its second foundation day in Delhi along with famous litterateurs of Hindi literature
At present, more than 10000 poems, 1200 verses, 1800 couplets and more than 400 folk songs of more than 900 new and old poets including all the prominent poets of Hindi poetry-tradition and unsung poets are available on Hindavi website.
The Hindu 29 June 2022
Lines and love
Sanjiv Saraf’s book shows how emotions can be best expressed through Urdu couplets
Navbharat Times 1 May 2021
Rekhta ne banai Urdu ki teen bhasha wali virtual dictionary
Hindustan Express _Urdu 2 June 2021
Urdu ko aasaani se samajhne ke liye Rekhta Foundation ki jaanib se online Rekhta lughat ki peshkash
Dainik Savera Times 27 May 2021
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरी में पढ़ सकेंगे उर्दू भाषा, अर्थ हिंदी व अंग्रेज़ी में भी साझा
Times of India 25 October 2021
Online courses spark a new Ishq for Urdu
The use on English and pop culture references is making learning the language affordable, accessible and fun for young and old
freepressjournal.in 24 June 2021
Scripting flourishes: How Urdu is blossoming in these turbulent times
The Wire 21 June 2021
Rekhta’s Trilingual Online Dictionary Opens up New Worlds For Urdu Lovers
The dictionary has a database of over three lakh words and their meanings in Urdu, Hindi and English.
jagran.com 13 May 2021
रेख़्ता ट्राईलिंगुअल डिक्शनरी: उर्दू ज़बान की तरक्क़ी में एक तारीख़ी वाक़या
उर्दू ज़बान डिक्शनरी के मामले में ग़रीब ज़बान रही है। उर्दू ज़बान से मुहब्बत करने वाली बेशतर आबादी उर्दू की लिपि से वाक़फ़ियत नहीं रखती। रेख्ता फाउंडेशन की वर्चुअल डिक्शनरी इस क़िस्म का पहला ऐसा काम है जो तीन ज़बानों और लिपियों में उपलब्ध है।
Aalmi Akhbar 5 May 2021
ریختہ سہ لسانی ڈکشنری : اردو کے تہذیبی سرمائے کی دنیا,سالم سلیم
زبانوں کے تہذیبی ذخیرے کی کثیر الجہات معنویت کو محفوظ کرنے میں لغت نویسی نے ہر دور میں ایک اہم کردار ادا کیا ہے۔
Jang.com.pk 9 April 2021
اردو زبان کا عجوبہ
اردو کی دنیا میں ایک بڑا کام بڑی ہی خاموشی سے ہوگیا۔ اس زبان کو فروغ دینے کے کام میں سات آٹھ برس سے مصروف ریختہ فاؤنڈیشن نے تین زبانوں کی لغت ترتیب دے کر دنیا کے لئے بلا معاوضہ کھول دی۔لغت بھی ایسی کہ اگر کوئی پوچھے کہ اس میں کیا ہے تو جواب […]
Patrika 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन के प्रमुख उपक्रम हिन्दवी ने आज अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस समारोह राजधानी दिल्ली में मनाया।
Amar Ujala 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट का लोकार्पण कोरोना काल में—31 जुलाई, 2020 को—प्रेमचंद-जयंती पर, नोबेल शांति पुरस्कार विजेता कैलाश सत्यार्थी द्वारा इस उद्देश्य से किया गया कि हिंदी साहित्य सुंदरतम, व्यवस्थित और प्रामाणिक रूप में भावी पीढ़ी के लिए सुलभ हो।
Punjab Kesari 31 May 2021
Urdu premiyon ke liye “Rekhta Dictionary”
Quint Hindi 30 July 2022
साहित्य अकादमी में लेखक-हजारों सालों के दरवाजे तोड़ रहा दलित लेखन
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के उपक्रम हिन्दवी डॉट ओआरजी (hindwi.org) के बैनर तले दिल्ली के साहित्य अकादमी (Sahitya Akademi) के रवींद्र भवन में वेबसाइट के 2 साल पूरे होने पर शनिवार, 30 जुलाई को ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया गया.
Mumbai Urdu News 13 April 2021
Urdu zabaan ka ajooba
Dawn 26 June 2022
POETRY: THE GENIUS OF MIR TAQI MIR
Mir Taqi Mir (1722-1810), known by the mononym ‘Mir’, remains a towering figure in Urdu literature and distinguished scholar Gopi Chand Narang, who passed away on June 15, considers him “Urdu’s first complete poet.”
News Room 16 June 2022
Great Urdu scholar Gopi Chand Narang passes away at 91
Prof Narang has received both Padma Bhushan in India and Sitara-i-Imtiaz in Pakistan.
The Wire 15 June 2022
“Eminent Urdu Scholar Gopi Chand Narang Passes Away at 91 “
We are saddened to inform you all about the demise of one of the most respected Urdu critics, theorists and linguists Prof. Gopi Chand Narang. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones- Rekhta
The Wire 13 June 2022
Sanjiv Saraf’s ‘Love Longing Loss’ Takes You on the Journey of Ishq, One Sher at a Time
The book is a tome which could not have been without decades of devotion to the haunting beauty of Urdu poetry and to its startling depiction of entropy through gorgeous rhythmic harmonies.
Network Capital 7 April 2022
“Book Discussion: Love Longing Loss with Rekhta Founder Sanjiv Saraf “
A journey of LOVE through the lens of Urdu poetry based on over 1200 of the best couplets of great poets.
The Morning Standard 3 August 2021
Hindi storytelling is in a happy place
Noted Hindi authors discuss how the west killed the creativity and the multi-dimensional nature of Hindi literature but it has evolved to encompass new voices and styles that still keep it interesting and relevant.
Financial Express 21 May 2022
Story series ‘Kahani Train’ to reach over 1 lakh children in summer, 2022
KAHANI TRAIN is an innovative initiative to engage young children with language and literacy.
Scroll 17 April 2022
Where’s that book of Urdu poetry when the occasion needs a sher? At last we have one
In ‘Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry’, Sanjiv Saraf puts together a collection, in the original and in translation, that’s both comprehensive and imaginative.
ANI 20 May 2022
“Hindi story series ‘Kahani Train’ to reach over 1 lakh children in summer, 2022 A story a day for better literacy”
“With this initiative Rekhta is venturing into the intriguing world of children”- Sanjiv Saraf
Nayi Dhara 22 May 2022
Hindi story series ‘Kahani Train’ to reach over 1 lakh children in summer, 2022 A story a day for better literacy
Nayi Dhara, one of India’s oldest Hindi literary magazines, in collaboration with Pratham Education Foundation and Rekhta Foundation, has produced a series of audio stories for children, KAHANI TRAIN.
Pashyantee Talks 26 May 2022
“Pashyantee Talks: Rekhta founder Sanjiv Saraf in Conversation with Tarika Prabhakar”
A candid talk with ace industrialist and Urdu connoisseur Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of the dynamic and revolutionary platform Rekhta, which has become synonymous with the contemporary Urdu world.
Prabha Khaitan Foundation 19 April 2022
Kitaab Delhi with Sanjiv Saraf – The book launch of “Love, Longing, Loss”
IANS 22 October 2021
Ghalib’s compassion, plurality is critical for our times: Najeeb Jung
The outcome is “DEEWAAN-E-GHALIB – Sariir-e-Khaama” (Rekhta Books), a rendering in English of 235 of Ghalib’s poems along with the originals in the Roman script.
Outlook 14 May 2022
Hate Speech And The Language That Speaks Of Love: An Ode To Urdu
Rekhta has been organising Urdu literary events, including Mushaira, Nashist, Baitbaazi, promotion of young poets, and ghazal, which has successfully managed to create interest in Urdu literature across the country.
The Week 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi is dead
Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of Urdu festival Jashn-e-Rekhta, also condoled the death of “the century’s most iconic figure in the realm of Urdu literature”.
Daijiworld.com 22 October 2021
Ghalib’s compassion, plurality is critical for our times: Najeeb Jung
The outcome is “DEEWAAN-E-GHALIB – Sariir-e-Khaama” (Rekhta Books), a rendering in English of 235 of Ghalib’s poems along with the originals in the Roman script.
Alimi Akhbar 5 May 2021
“ریختہ سہ لسانی ڈکشنری : اردو کے تہذیبی سرمائے کی دنیا,سالم سلیم “
زبانوں کے تہذیبی ذخیرے کی کثیر الجہات معنویت کو محفوظ کرنے میں لغت نویسی نے ہر دور میں ایک اہم کردار ادا کیا ہے
HenryClubs.com 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung translates Ghalib’s Urdu poetry into English
Sanjeev Saraf, founder of Rekhta Foundation, congratulated Jung for “his passion for literature, his emotional depth and aesthetic sensibilities”.
Rashtriyasahara.com 27 April 2021
Trilingual Dictionary: Urdu ki tarakki mein ek aur paaydaan
Navbharat Times 09 October 2021
दिल्ली के पूर्व उपराज्यपाल नजीब जंग ने गालिब की शायरी का अंग्रेजी में अनुवाद किया
रेख्ता बुक्स ने जंग द्वारा अनुदित इस पुस्तक का प्रकाशन किया है । ‘‘दीवान ए गालिब : सरीर ए खामा’’ नामक इस पुस्तक का शुक्रवार की शाम यहां जारी किया गया ।
tribune.com.pk 25 April 2021
Opening Urdu to the world
The Pioneer 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi is dead
The Padma Shri poet was discharged from a hospital in Delhi on November 23 after recovering from coronavirus.
The Tribune 25 December 2020
Month after recovering from Covid, Urdu poet Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies
“He had been insisting to go back to his home in Allahabad. We reached here only this morning and within half an hour he passed away at around 11,” Faruqi’s nephew and writer Mahmood Farooqui told PTI.
News18 Online 25 December 2020
Renowned Urdu Poet and Critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi Dies at 85
Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of Urdu festival Jashn-e-Rekhta, also condoled the death of “the century’s most iconic figure in the realm of Urdu literature”.
The Print 25 December 2020
Urdu poet Shamsur Rahman Faruqi passes away month after recovering from Covid
The 85-year-old Padma Shri poet is credited to have revived ‘Dastangoi’, a 16th century Urdu oral storytelling art form.
Amar Ujala 09 October 2021
दिल्ली: पूर्व एलजी नजीब जंग ने गालिब की उर्दू शायरी का अंग्रेजी में किया अनुवाद
अनुवाद की गई पुस्तक का रेख्ता बुक्स द्वारा दीवान-ए-गालिब: सरीर-ए-खामा नाम से प्रकाशन किया गया है। पु्स्तक में 235 गजलें और एक हजार से अधिक दोहे को शामिल किया गया है।
NewsBytes 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi passes away
“He had been insisting on going back to his home in Allahabad. We reached here only this morning and within half an hour he passed away at around 11,” Faruqi’s nephew and writer Mahmood Farooqui told PTI.
The Mint 25 December 2020
Iconic Urdu writer and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies at 85
Anglophone readers’ got a glimpse of the Urdu writer’s greatness through his 2013 novel ‘The Mirror of Beauty’
Greater Kashmir 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi is dead
Born on September 30, 1935, in Uttar Pradesh, Faruqi is credited to have revived “Dastangoi”, a 16th century Urdu oral storytelling art form.
The New Indian Express 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi passes away
The Padma Shri poet was discharged from a hospital in Delhi on November 23 after recovering from coronavirus.
The Wire 25 December 2020
Legendary Urdu Poet and Critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi Passes Away
The Padma Shri poet had been discharged from a hospital in Delhi on November 23 after recovering from COVID-19.
The Indian Express 2 April 2022
With his latest translation of Urdu love poetry, Sanjiv Saraf aims to demystify the language for the netizen
At a time when the politics of otherisation is occupying the cultural space, it took poet-lyricist Javed Akhtar to speak the language of love and use Urdu as a balm, soothing the core of human emotions.
Times of India 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
The Times Bureau 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
KoiMoi.com 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
The book Javed Akhtar launched was by industrialist Sanjiv Saraf and it is titled ‘Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry’.
Indiatimes.com 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
“My memories are of my time in the Rajya Sabha, where I made an effort to see that the government and the opposition got united to change the laws of the country, and they did,” he said talking about the memories from the capital of nation – Delhi.
HenryClubs.com 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
TeluguStop.com 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
The Tribune 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Jung said that it was his dream for 50 years to bring Ghalib’s work before an audience “who have yearned to know him more”.
Latestly.com 30 March 2022
“It is a work of great competence.”- Javed Akhtar on Love, Longing, Loss In Urdu Poetry
Commenting on the book’s title, Akhtar waxed lyrical. “Love, is finding somebody without whom you feel incomplete. Only that person makes you feel complete. That is love.”
The Week 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Sanjiv Saraf, founder-Rekhta Foundation, congratulated Jung for “his passion for literature, his emotional depth and aesthetic sensibilities”.
Mangalorean 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar recalls how Cong, BJP worked unitedly on copyright law
Lyricist, poet and one-half of Bollywood’s famous Salim-Javed scriptwriter duo, Javed Akhtar, on Wednesday recalled his time in the Rajya Sabha and how the Congress, then in power at the Centre, and the BJP worked together to pass the amendments to the Copyright Act of 1957 that he was championing then.
Nyooz.com 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Published by Rekhta Books, “Deewaan-e-Ghalib : Sariir-e-Khaama” was released on Friday evening here.Jung said that it was his dream for 50 years to bring Ghalib”s work before an audience “who have yearned to know him more”.
GlamSham.com 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar recalls how Cong, BJP worked unitedly on copyright law
Saraf is the founder of the Rekhta Foundation, a non-profit organisation working to preserve and promote Urdu language and literature.
The Indian Express 10 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Published by Rekhta Books, “Deewaan-e-Ghalib : Sariir-e-Khaama” was released on Friday evening here.
FilmyPost24 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Remembers How Congress and BJP Labored Unitedly on Passing the Copyright Act of 1957
On Rekhta, Akhtar mentioned that due to it, the artwork of ‘shayari’ had gained momentum.
Hindustan Times 04 September 2021
Book review: Exploring Aligarh through the prism of Urdu poetry
The Allure of Aligarh: A Poetic Journey into the University City, authored by Huma Khalil, mesmerizes through the poetry it holds within its covers and the beautiful visuals it carries.
Daijiworld.com 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar recalls how Cong, BJP worked unitedly on copyright law
Praising the book, which contains English translations by Saraf of Urdu romantic poetry, Akhtar said: “It is a work of great competence.
The Pioneer 07 August 2021
Preserving our Heritage
With his book, Nava-e-Sarosh, Sanjiv Saraf, founder of Jashn-e-Rekhta festival, furthers his passion for Urdu poetry. He tells Christy Varghese that every regional language could use something like his initiative
ABP Live 20 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
The book Akhtar launched was by industrialist Sanjiv Saraf and it is titled ‘Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry’.
BBC News (Podcast) 31 July 2021
जानिए कैसे हिंदी साहित्य को डिजिटल प्लैटफॉर्म पर ला रहा है ‘हिन्दवी’
‘हिन्दवी’ की सम्पादक अनुराधा ने बताया कैसे साहित्यकारों की रचनाओं को युवाओं तक पहुँचाया
Financial Express 20 March 2022
Spreading the word: A look at some important literature festivals across India
Literature festivals are important destinations where conversations are stirred and prominent works of literature discussed.
India Education Diary 05 August 2021
Hindwi Utsav : Celebrating Golden Age Of Hindi Language And Literature
Hindwi.org, an initiative of Rekhta Foundation, dedicatedly working towards the preservation and promotion of Hindi language, literature and culture celebrated its first year anniversary by organizing an online event ‘Hindwi Utsav’ which streamed on Hindwi Official Facebook page.
GoodReads.com 20 March 2022
Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry
The title says it all: this is a collection of Urdu poetry (nearly all of them couplets, though one or two are somewhat longer) about romantic love.
New Indian Express 07 August 2021
Hindi storytelling is in a happy place
Currently, the most visited pages of Hindwi.org are Kavita and Dohe, and it gets the most international traffic from the US.
Mid-Day Twitter 18 July 2021
Urdu is always in the air for Indians, you just have to feel its tranquillising presence
Mid Day 18 July 2021
Urdu is always in the air for Indians, you just have to feel its tranquillising presence
Rekhta Foundation recently launched a trilingual online dictionary to help people learn Urdu. Its founder, Sanjiv Saraf talks about how all Indians are in some way connected with Urdu’s cultural heritage and shares plans for this and upcoming dictionaries
Free Press Journal 17 July 2021
From Clubhouse to Twitter Spaces: Audio platforms are offering a break from video overdose amid the pandemic
On June 26, Rekhta Foundation, a non-profit organisation operating the world’s largest website and resource for Urdu/Hindustani poetry and literature, held its first-ever mushaira on Clubhouse, an invite-only audio app that was first rolled out for iOS and made its debut on Android on May 21.
The Lallantop 14 March 2022
इंस्टाग्राम पर ‘कच्चा बादाम’ से चट गए? कविताओं की ये वेबसाइट मूड मस्त कर देगी
‘हिंदवी’ दस्तावेज़ी काम है. यह लेख लिखे जाने तक 825 कवियों की 9463 रचनाएं हिंदवी पर उपलब्ध हैं.
The Wire 21 June 2021
Rekhta’s Trilingual Online Dictionary Opens up New Worlds For Urdu Lovers
Rekhta Foundation, which is known for organising an annual Urdu festival named ‘Jashn e Rekhta’ and popularising Urdu poetry using Devanagari, Roman and Urdu scripts, has launched a trilingual online dictionary.
Gandhi Smriti and Gandhi Darshan, New Delhi_Twitter 6 March 2022
Shri Vijay Goel welcomed and felicitated Mr Sanjiv Saraf
Vijay Goel_Twitter 6 March 2022
Vice Chairman, GSDS, Shri Vijay Goel welcomed and felicitated Mr Sanjiv Saraf founder Chairman of PET films & @Rekhta in Gandhi Smriti.
Mentza_Twitter 11 March 2022
“Once there is fulfillment, the separation of lovers is inevitable”- Sanjiv Saraf
ABP Live (YouTube) 12 March 2022
सिनेमा में अभद्र भाषा के इस्तेमाल पर आप क्या कहते हैं?
Sanjiv Saraf with ABP LIVE
Siasat.com 12 March 2022
Love: unfettered longing and beyond
Running into nearly 400 pages, the book seeks to unravel the tantalizing, titillating and poignant story of Love by producing a rhymed translation of more than a thousand couplets.
FirstPost 24 February 2022
With Love Longing Loss, Rekhta founder Sanjiv Saraf attempts to make Urdu couplets and ghazals accessible
Love Longing Loss aims to connect with young readers who may not fully understand Urdu but appreciate its beauty to touch those deep dark corners of the heart that are left bruised and tender by some or the other incident in life.
lifeandmore.in 2 March 2022
Bringing non-Urdu readers closer to the world of Urdu sha’iri
“Urdu poetry has an infectious appeal, finding engagement from an enthusiastic audience of non-Urdu readers.” says Saraf
UNI Urdu 01 June 2021
اردو کو آسانی سےسمجھنے کے لئے ریختہ فاؤنڈیشن کی جانب سے آن لائن ریختہ لغت کی پیشکش
Dainik Jagran 13 May 2021
रेख़्ता ट्राईलिंगुअल डिक्शनरी: उर्दू ज़बान की तरक्क़ी में एक तारीख़ी वाक़या
उर्दू ज़बान डिक्शनरी के मामले में ग़रीब ज़बान रही है। उर्दू ज़बान से मुहब्बत करने वाली बेशतर आबादी उर्दू की लिपि से वाक़फ़ियत नहीं रखती। रेख्ता फाउंडेशन की वर्चुअल डिक्शनरी इस क़िस्म का पहला ऐसा काम है जो तीन ज़बानों और लिपियों में उपलब्ध है।
Economic Times 24 May 2021
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरीः एक क्लिक में उर्दू की दुनिया सामने
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरी. जिसे हम ऊर्दू, हिन्दी और अंग्रेज़ी की डिक्शनरी कह सकते हैं- में किसी भी लफ्ज़ पर महज़ एक क्लिक करने से यूज़र के सामने उस लफ्ज़ की दुनिया खुल जाती है जहां तीन ज़बानों- उर्दू, हिंदी, अंग्रेजी और तीन लिपियों- नस्तालीक़, देवनागरी, रोमन, में उनके मानी उपलब्ध हैं.
Telegraph India 2 February 2022
Not a book review: ‘Love Longing Loss’ by Sanjiv Saraf
Saraf is not just a compiler, he is a patron. In another time and age, there would have been a darbaar at aali-jaan’s residence where shaayar after shaayar would have aspired to recite kalaam in huzoor’s honour in return for a nazar-e-inaayat, asharfis or wazeefa (pension).
Maeshaat.in 31 January 2022
Urdu unparalleled in its expression of the heart’s emotions
Saraf has now raised this several notches with “Love Longing Loss In Urdu Poetry”, a priceless collection of over 1250 ‘shers’ (couplets) of about 120 shaayars (poets), the cover of the book being illustrated by the multi-faceted Muzaffar Ali.
National Herald 31 January 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s offering : Collection of 1250 Urdu couplets on love, longing and loss
Rekhta Foundation started with the goal of presenting selected works of major poets in three different scripts – Urdu, Devanagari and Roman
Dawn 29 January 2022
On literary journals
THIS is with reference to the article ‘Urdu’s literary magazines surviving against all odds’ (Jan 24).
Ummid.com 21 January 2022
Urdu unparalleled in its expression of the heart’s emotions
Rekhta Founder Saraf has now raised this several notches with “Love Longing Loss In Urdu Poetry”, a priceless collection of over 1250 ‘shers’ (couplets) of about 120 shaayars (poets)
IANS 21 January 2022
‘Urdu unparalleled in its expression of the heart’s emotions’
The Rekhta Foundation that he established in 2012 has thus far digitised more than 50,000 e-books that are available online and has taken Urdu to various geographies through a series of events that have opened up a whole new world to the nuances and wonders of the language.
Boom Live 31 December 2021
Akbar Allahabadi, Not Prayagraji: Urdu Poet Who Fought Powers With Satire
The legendary poet’s name came into headlines early this week after it was ‘mistakenly’ changed to Prayagraji.
A city known by its university 2 November 2021
A city known by its university
Author Huma Khalil tells Christy Varghese, after the launch of her illustrated coffee-table book, The Allure Of Aligarh, that no other place can boast of such a rich poetic history
The Times of Israel 31 October 2021
Chasing the Covid Blues Away with Ghazals
At the flick of a button, one can choose to read them at REKHTA in any of the three scripts – Persian, Devanagari, or Roman, for easy access.
Hindustan Times 16 October 2021
Delhiwale: An actor on life’s stage
Glimpsing into an e-book scanner’s dreams
Jansatta 19 September 2021
आखिर अलीगढ़ में क्यों हुई मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय की स्थापना, किताब देती है इसका जवाब
खलील ने अपनी पुस्तक में कहा है, ‘‘अलीगढ़ उत्तर भारत के दोआब क्षेत्र में है। इसकी स्थलाकृति कटोरी के आकार की है और यह दो टीलों के बीच में स्थित है। यह क्षेत्र बहुत उपजाऊ है। जलस्तर और जल की गुणवत्ता भी अच्छी थी।’’
Zee News 17 October 2021
आखिर अलीगढ़ में क्यों हुई मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय की स्थापना? यह किताब देती है इसका जवाब
लेखिका हुमा खलील ने अपनी कॉफी टेबल बुक ‘द एल्लुर ऑफ अलीगढ़ः ए पोएटिक जर्नी इनटू यूनिवर्सिटी सिटी’ में शहर और विश्वविद्यालय के विभिन्न पहलुओं पर चर्चा की है.
Navbharat Times 19 September 2021
आखिर अलीगढ़ में क्यों हुई मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय की स्थापना, किताब देती है उत्तर
Bharat Times 19 September 2021
New book answers why Aligarh was chosen for AMU
New Delhi: Theories abound as to why Sir Syed Ahmed Khan decided to set up an educational institution in Aligarh and not in any other city but a new book attempts to give a definitive response to it.
The New Indian Express 19 September 2021
The Allure of Aligarh review: New book answers why this city was chosen for AMU
The book is also replete with couplets and poetries on the city of Aligarh, the university, its culture and the people.
Times of India 19 September 2021
New book answers why Aligarh was chosen for AMU
Author Huma Khalil brings forth this and several other lesser-known aspects of the city and the varsity in “The Allure of Aligarh: A Poetic Journey into the University City”, a coffee table book published by Hay House and presented by Rekhta Foundation.
Daily Times 18 September 2021
Online global dialogue on prominent Pakistani writers organised
Arts Council President Mohammad Ahmed Shah, Aamer Hussain from England, Shahida Hassan from Canada and Nasir Abbas from Lahore were the speakers
Tribune PK 25 April 2021
Opening Urdu to the world
Presented recently as a test version this is an Urdu dictionary, first of its kind, that provides meanings of Urdu words in Urdu, Hindi and English.
Daily Excelsior 12 September 2021
The Ghazal Queen of India
Rekhta Foundation, instituted in 2012 as the leading public charitable trust to promote Urdu language, literature and culture, describes Dr Radhika Chopra as “the leading exponent of Ghazal singing in India”.
Media India Group 08 March 2021
Mushaira: Poetry, tradition & literary legacy
As the poets complain of the fading mushaira culture in India, Rekhta Foundation, a Delhi based organisation has been working actively with the objective of promoting and disseminating Urdu literature, especially Urdu poetry to an audience beyond those conversant with the Urdu script.
Free Press Journal 12 September 2021
Hindi Diwas 2021: With English taking over the country, what’s on the card for our national language?
Hindwi, an initiative of Rekhta Foundation to preserve and promote Hindi language, literature and culture.
New Indian Express 01 March 2021
Second innings: Guftugu host Syed Mohd Irfan returns to fold with Rekhta Foundation
As popular show Guftagoo takes a leap from Rajya Sabha TV to Rekhta Foundation, its well-known host Syed Mohd Irfan talks about his second innings.
Palpalnews 10 October 2021
Najeeb Jung gave English language to the Kalam of ‘Ghalib’
श्री जंग ने ‘दीवान-ए-ग़ालिब: सरीर-ए-खामा’ पुस्तक संकलित की है जिसमें ग़ालिब के कलाम का अंग्रेज़ी में अनुवाद किया गया है।
ScoopWhoop 04 March 2021
Sirf Irrfan Kar Sakta Tha’: Jaideep Ahlawat Is All Of Us Reminiscing About The Genius Of Irrfan Khan
Recently, during an interview (Guftugu With Jaideep Ahlawat), organized by Jashn-e-Rekhta, Ahlawat spoke about his period of struggle, the difference between theatre and cinema, and actors who inspired him.
The News Men 02 February 2021
Rekhta Foundation Launches New Online Vocabulary Course Alfaaz
Alfaaz would help such people develop deeper insights into Urdu literature by acquainting them with initially 100 most fundamental words which would be their key to a universe of meanings in poetry.
IANSLife.in 01 February 2021
Now, an online course on Urdu vocabulary
The course is by Aamozish, an initiative of Rekhta Foundation for learning and education.
The Shillong Times 24 October 2021
There’s a need for Ghalib’s compassion & plurality
It’s a journey that began when he was four years old but it was only in mid-2010 that the 70-year-old Jung, a former Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and former Vice Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia, found the right “Ustad” to guide him through the translation process.
India Education Diary 01 February 2021
Rekhta Foundation Launches New Online Vocabulary Course Alfaaz
To familiarize Urdu language enthusiasts and budding poetry appreciators with the fundamental vocabulary used in Urdu Poetry and conversations, Rekhta Foundation launched its 2nd online learning course, ‘Alfaaz’ by Aamozish (an initiative of Rekhta Foundation for learning and education) for understanding Urdu Poetry better.
The Pioneer 03 February 2021
Alfaaz for Urdu enthusiasts
“Majority of the people who are enthusiastic towards Urdu poetry and language are the ones whose interests are newfound. The sonic beauty and the discipline of language mesmerise them but their unfamiliarity with Urdu words, the metaphors and the traditions they derive meaning from keeps them from enjoying poetry in its true form.
Hindwi 15 JANUARY 2021
हिंदी साहित्य और भाषा को डिजिटल माध्यम में संरक्षित करने की कोशिश हिंदवी ओआरजी
हिन्दवी हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित एक वेबसाइट है। इस मंच पर 600 से अधिक कवियों की 10000 से अधिक काव्य-रचनाएँ उपलब्ध हैं जिनमें विस्तार जारी है। हिन्दवी ने वेबसाइट तैयार करते हुए यह प्रयास किया है कि सभी तरह के कविता-प्रेमी सहजता से कविता के इस संसार से गुज़र सकें।
Hindustan Times 25 January 2021
Poetry lovers rejoice, here’s something to bring back your rhythm!
Shaam-e-Rekhta aims to celebrate the prominence and lasting impact of Urdu poetry.
The Express tribune 07 December 2020
Urdu world at a loss of words as Shamim Hanafi passes away
Rekhta’s official Twitter handle revealed the unfortunate news last night. “We are saddened to inform you all about the demise of one of the most respected literary critics, playwrights and poets Prof Shamim Hanfi,” it announced. “We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. #Rip“
Tribune India 25 December 2020
Month after recovering from Covid, Urdu poet Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies
“His demise has left us bereaved as an entire generation of literature lovers mourn this loss. I extend heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones,” Saraf said. PTI
Mint Lounge 25 December 2020
Iconic Urdu writer and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies at 85
Anglophone readers’ got a glimpse of the Urdu writer’s greatness through his 2013 novel ‘The Mirror of Beauty’
Hindustan Times 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies of Covid-19 at 85
Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of Urdu festival Jashn-e-Rekhta, also condoled the death of “the century’s most iconic figure in the realm of Urdu literature”.
The Indian Express 31 December 2020
2020: When public events came home through online platforms
To Sanjiv Saraf, founder of Rekhta Foundation, going online seemed like the “best option” at a time when finding art on OTT platforms is the new normal.
The New Indian Express (Source PTI) 30 December 2020
‘Zoom weddings’ to virtual exhibitions: Public events came home through online platforms in 2020
“Of late, entertainment and art have certainly been caged within four walls and finding art within an app or on OTT platform is the new normal. Within the prevailing situation, this is the best option,” Saraf said.
HT City/ Hindustan Times 27 December 2020
Jashn-e-Rekhta cancels annual event in light of Covid-19 pandemic
Late Christmas eve, Rekhta Foundation announced the cancellation of what would have been the seventh edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta, a three-day festival celebrating Urdu language held annually in December in Delhi.
Hindustan Times (PTI) 26 August 2020
Rekhta: From Amir Khusrau to Mirza Ghalib, Sanjiv Saraf’s initiative is saving India’s Urdu heritage, one book at a time
Childhood memories of listening to ghazals on vinyl records kindled love for the language. And then, as he grew up, the strong urge to read the masters of Urdu poetry in the original script inspired Saraf to start learning the ‘rasm ul-khat’ (Urdu script).
Times of India (PTI) 28 August 2020
Saving India’s Urdu heritage, one book at a time
The mission that began in 2012 with the love for Urdu poetry culminated in July with the Rekhta Foundation digitising a colossal 1,00,000 books.
Hindustan Times 27 August 2020
Firaq Gorakhpuri 124th birth anniversary: Immortal couplets on love and life by the legendary Urdu poet
Remembering the Padma Bhushan awardee with some of his Urdu couplets on love and life that are still relevant in 2020
Indian Express 12 August 2020
Gulzar mourns the demise of Rahat Indori: ‘It is an unquantifiable loss’
Noted lyricist-poet Gulzar said the death of Urdu poet Rahat Indori, who passed away following a heart attack on Tuesday, is a loss which cannot be quantified.
Edex Live 5 January 2021
Hindi poetry flows straight from the heart of this 27-year-old Hyderabadi. This is how she charms with words
Hindustan Times 13 August 2020
Rahat Indori’s demise: Poetic tributes pour in from students, followers
Poet Rahat Indori passed away on Tuesday, after testing Covid-19 positive a day before.
Hindustan Times 16 May 2022
Mirza Ghalib 223rd birth anniversary: 20 couplets by the Mughal era Urdu poet that capture the pathos of love
FirstPost 7 November 2020
As Guftagoo goes off air on Rajya Sabha TV, host Irfan weighs in on its historic run and state of film journalism today
This interview was first published days after it was announced that Gufatgoo will go off air on Rajya Sabha TV, on 11 October. It is being republished in view of Rekhta Foundation acquiring the show.
National Herald 10 June 202
Rekhta’s Sufinama to hold virtual Urs to commemorate 716th death anniversary of Sufi Saint Amir Khusrau
Sufinama , a Rekhta Foundation initiative has arranged for an online celebration of the 716th Urs of Amir Khusrau on 11 June to let his followers and devotees not remain devoid of the celebrations
The New Indian Express 10 June 2020
‘While the world is at pause, the world of the Sufis can never end’
While the annual Khusrau Urs at the Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya dargah, in New Delhi, may not be a physical celebration, the Rekhta Foundation brings together Sufi luminaries for a virtual festival today, from 8 pm to 12 midnight
Mid Day 22 January 2021
5 Poetry platforms you need to check out
With a global readership spanning over 150 countries, Rekhta is among the most widely read and appreciated websites promoting Urdu literature.
Mid Day 18 January 2022
Summing up 2021: Seven people from different walks of life pick out their own ‘word of the year’
“Everything is possible in India. Unity is all we need.” – Sanjiv Saraf, founder, Rekhta Foundation
Mid Day 28 January 2021
Hazaaron khwaishein aisi
In recent times it’s undoubtedly businessman and cultural entrepreneur Sanjiv Saraf, who has played a key role.
The New Indian Express 15 November 2021
Safekeeping Urdu depends on the next generation’s zeal to embrace it
Urdu scholars discuss how the revival and preservation of the language depends on the next generation’s zeal to embrace it.
News Summed Up 1 November 2021
Fabindia and Urdu a semantic fallout: Why words without thoughts fail
The phenomenal success of ‘Rekhta’ an online portal dedicated to Urdu and its massively popular annual festival ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’ doesn’t just celebrate Urdu but the language of iconic poets this country has produced.
‘हिन्दवी’: साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाएगा अपना दसूरा स्थापना दिवस
New York Times 18 December 2022
Where Romantic Poetry in a Fading Language Draws Stadium Crowds
Jashn-e-Rekhta: That 300,000 people celebrated Urdu verse during a three-day festival was a testament to the particular reality of the language in India.
Khaleej Times 21 December 2022
Heartfelt odes to a fading language of love
Poetry lovers also took to the footpaths and the spaces in between, turning them into impromptu open-mic platforms.
Business World 14 December 2022
Sponsors Still Shy Away From Supporting Urdu Language Events: Satish Gupta
Jashn-e-Rekhta is a democratic, inclusive and free festival and all of the audience is not Urdu speaking.
CINEINK_YouTube 12 September 2019
Jashn e Rekhta is the world’s largest Urdu Festival: Sanjiv Saraf on his vision for Urdu & Hindi
Sanjiv Saraf, the man behind Rekhta Foundation, a hub of Urdu related activities in Delhi, says rekhta.org has become now the largest website of Urdu content in the world, having regular users from 175 countries.
Times of India 14 December 2022
Javed Akhtar joins Shabana Azmi at the Jashn-e-Rekhta stage in Delhi
Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi were back on the Jashn-e-Rekhta stage in Delhi.
Dainik Tribune 11 December 2022
फिर लौटी कला-सृजन के मेलों की गहमागहमी
तीन दिनों तक चले इस मेले में फनकारों ने वाहवाही बटोरी और अदब के दीवानों को सुकून मिला कि मेला अपने पुराने अंदाज़ में लौटा है।
The Wire 13 June 2022
Sanjiv Saraf’s ‘Love Longing Loss’ Takes You on the Journey of Ishq, One Sher at a Time
Through Rekhta, Sanjiv Saraf revitalized the great classics of Urdu literature by introducing them to generations of new readers.
Traveldine 17 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation to host Anjas Mahotsav — the first-ever festival devoted to the Rajasthani language
Anjas Mahotsav aims to celebrate and preserve the language and culture of Rajasthan.
Dainik Bhasker 31 October 2022
राजस्थानी भाषा, कला व संस्कृति का पहला महोत्सव:ईला अरुण, गुलाबो और शैलेश लोढा रखेंगे विचार; अंजस महोत्सव का आयोजन
अंजस महोत्सव में लिटरेचर, थियेटर, स्कॉलर, रिसर्चर, म्यूजिक, फिल्म, ट्रेडिशनल गेम, आर्टिस्ट की परफार्मेंस, लोकल फूड, आर्ट एंड क्राफ्ट आदि एक छत के नीचे होगा।
Amar Ujala 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
हिन्दवी उत्सव’ आयोजन के माध्यम से ‘हिन्दवी’ हिंदी साहित्य-संसार में अपनी दूसरी वर्षगाँठ को चिन्हित की ।
The Quint 30 July 2022
Hindwi Utsav: साहित्य अकादमी में लेखक-हजारों सालों के दरवाजे तोड़ रहा दलित लेखन
लेखक श्यौराज सिंह बेचैन ने बाबा साहब भीमराव अंबेडकर का जिक्र करते हुए ‘दलित लेखन में नई करवट’ के विषय पर बात की।
NAVBHARAT TIMES
हिन्दवी: हिन्दवी उत्सव में हुई कहानी पर चर्चा
AMAR UJALA
हिन्दवी: ऑनलाइन मनाया गया ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’
RASHTRIYA SAHARA
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DAINIK JAGRAN
हिन्दवी: सदी की कविताएं सुना रहे कवि
THE TIMES OF INDIA 21st May 2021
Tarannum Riyaz: Urdu poet Tarannum Riyaz dies of Covid
MID-DAY MUMBAI 28th November 2021
Rekhta: Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi
HINDUSTAN TIMES 15th February 2022
Rekhta: 153 years of Ghalib: An ode to his legacy, way with words
TIMES OF INDIA
Aamozish: Online courses spark a new Ishq for Urdu
यूनीवार्ता 23 September 2020
यूनीवार्ता
Dainik Jagran4
Ghazal, Romance and Rekhta – Dainik Jagran
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Dainik Jagran
Rekhta’s First Anniversary
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Rekhta Website Launch
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Dainik Jagran
Rekhta: An effort to preserve Urdu literature
Striving for excellence in preserving Indian languages and nourishing the cultural…
Dainik Jagran
Rekhta: Lighting torches with the candle of Urdu
Striving for excellence in preserving Indian languages and nourishing the cultural…
Dainik Jagran
Rekhta: The largest website of Urdu poetry
Striving for excellence in preserving Indian languages and nourishing the cultural…
Dainik Jagran
Ghazal, Romance and Rekhta – Dainik Jagran
Striving for excellence in preserving Indian languages and nourishing the cultural…
Dainik Jagran
Rekhta: A mission to conserve Urdu
Striving for excellence in preserving Indian languages and nourishing the cultural…
The Times of India 30 October 2022
Minister BD Kalla proposes ‘No Vote’ movement for inclusion of Rajasthani in eighth Schedule
“I do not know why the Centre has been sitting on this Bill. It is an insult to us and the language”, said Kalla urging the people to begin a ‘No Recognition, No Vote’ movement till Rajasthani was included in 8th schedule.
ETV Bharat 30 October 2022
अंजस महोत्सव: पुरानी जड़ों से जुड़े रहने के साथ नई चीजों का अवलोकन भी जरूरी- इला अरुण
जोधपुर के गढ़ गोविंद में आयोजित अंजस महोत्सव में अभिनेत्री और गायिका इला अरुण ने (Anjas Mahotsav 2022 in Jodhpur) राजस्थानी भाषा और लोक गीतों को जिंदा रखने की बात करते हुए कहा कि राजस्थानी उच्चारण जानने से आज भी लोक गीतों की रचना की जा सकती है.
Festivals From India October 2022
2022- Festivals From India: Anjas Mahotsav, Jodhpur Rajasthan
The inaugural edition of the Anjas Mahotsav, presented by the Rekhta Foundation, will celebrate the language, literature, music and culture of Rajasthan.
Fashion Network 10 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthani crafts in Jodhpur
The Rekhta Foundation will celebrate and promote Rajasthani language, culture, and crafts at its first ever ‘Anjas Mahotsav’.
NewsDrum Desk 22 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s culture, art begins on October 29
More than 100 speakers, artists, celebrities and litterateurs including Ila Arun, Shailesh Lodha, Ravi Jhankal, Arjun Deo Charan, Mame Khan,….
Traveldine 17 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation to host Anjas Mahotsav — the first-ever festival devoted to the Rajasthani language
Anjas Mahotsav, scheduled to be held in the last week of October this year in Jodhpur, is Rekhta Foundation’s latest initiate to the Rajasthani language, literature, and traditions.
The Week 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage tradition
During the Anjas Mahotsav, Rekhta Foundation will also formally launch a first-of-its-kind digital repository of Rajasthani language’s textual and oral literary tradition – Anjas.org.
The Print 22 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s culture, art begins on October 29
Anjas is the first and the most comprehensive online repository of its kind in Rajasthani.
Everything Experiential 10 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation Announce “Anjas Mahotsav” To Revive and Rejuvenate Rajasthani Language
The festival will be on 29 and 30 October 2022, in the Jodhpur of Rajasthan
IBC 24 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
राजस्थान की समृद्ध परंपराओं और संस्कृति का जश्न मनाने और उसे संरक्षित करने के लिए, अंजस महोत्सव का पहला संस्करण अक्टूबर के अंतिम सप्ताह में आयोजित किया जाएगा।
Devdiscourse 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage, tradition
Folk artistes, craftspersons and literary personalities including famous singers Ila Arun, Ustad Anwar Khan Manganiyar, Mame Khan, and Mukhtiyar Ali, Rajasthani poets Arjun Deo Charan, Madhu Acharya, Aidan Singh Bhati, and Chandra Prakash Deval among others will take part in Anjas Mahotsav.
Nyoooz 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage, tradition
The two-day gala is likely to be inaugurated by Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and Maharaja of Jodhpur Gaj Singh on October 29-30 at Garh Govind in Jodhpur.
Navbharat Times 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
दो दिन तक चलने वाले इस महोत्सव का उद्घाटन राजस्थान के मुख्यमंत्री अशोक गहलोत और जोधपुर के महाराज गज सिंह द्वारा जोधपुर के गढ़ गोविंद में किये जाने की उम्मीद है।
The Print 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthans cultural heritage, tradition
To celebrate and preserve the rich traditions and culture of Rajasthan, the first edition of Anjas Mahotsav will be organised in the last week of October, organiser Rekhta Foundation announced on Thursday.
Traveldine 17 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation to host Anjas Mahotsav — the first-ever festival devoted to the Rajasthani language
Anjas Mahotsav aims to celebrate and preserve the language and culture of Rajasthan.
Dainik Bhasker 31 October 2022
राजस्थानी भाषा, कला व संस्कृति का पहला महोत्सव:ईला अरुण, गुलाबो और शैलेश लोढा रखेंगे विचार; अंजस महोत्सव का आयोजन
अंजस महोत्सव में लिटरेचर, थियेटर, स्कॉलर, रिसर्चर, म्यूजिक, फिल्म, ट्रेडिशनल गेम, आर्टिस्ट की परफार्मेंस, लोकल फूड, आर्ट एंड क्राफ्ट आदि एक छत के नीचे होगा।
ETV Bharat 30 October 2022
अंजस महोत्सव: पुरानी जड़ों से जुड़े रहने के साथ नई चीजों का अवलोकन भी जरूरी- इला अरुण
जोधपुर के गढ़ गोविंद में आयोजित अंजस महोत्सव में अभिनेत्री और गायिका इला अरुण ने (Anjas Mahotsav 2022 in Jodhpur) राजस्थानी भाषा और लोक गीतों को जिंदा रखने की बात करते हुए कहा कि राजस्थानी उच्चारण जानने से आज भी लोक गीतों की रचना की जा सकती है.
Festivals From India October 2022
2022- Festivals From India: Anjas Mahotsav, Jodhpur Rajasthan
The inaugural edition of the Anjas Mahotsav, presented by the Rekhta Foundation, will celebrate the language, literature, music and culture of Rajasthan.
Fashion Network 10 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthani crafts in Jodhpur
The Rekhta Foundation will celebrate and promote Rajasthani language, culture, and crafts at its first ever ‘Anjas Mahotsav’.
NewsDrum Desk 22 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s culture, art begins on October 29
More than 100 speakers, artists, celebrities and litterateurs including Ila Arun, Shailesh Lodha, Ravi Jhankal, Arjun Deo Charan, Mame Khan,….
Traveldine 17 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation to host Anjas Mahotsav — the first-ever festival devoted to the Rajasthani language
Anjas Mahotsav, scheduled to be held in the last week of October this year in Jodhpur, is Rekhta Foundation’s latest initiate to the Rajasthani language, literature, and traditions.
The Week 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage tradition
During the Anjas Mahotsav, Rekhta Foundation will also formally launch a first-of-its-kind digital repository of Rajasthani language’s textual and oral literary tradition – Anjas.org.
The Print 29 October 2022
राजस्थानी भाषा को आठवीं अनुसूची में शामिल करने के लिए केंद्र पर दबाव बनाने की जरूरत: कल्ला
राजस्थान के मंत्री बी. डी. कल्ला ने शनिवार को कहा कि राजस्थानी भाषा को संविधान की आठवीं अनुसूची में शामिल करने के लिए केंद्र सरकार पर दबाव बनाया जाना चाहिए।
The Print 22 October 2022
Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s culture, art begins on October 29
Anjas is the first and the most comprehensive online repository of its kind in Rajasthani.
Everything Experiential 10 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation Announce “Anjas Mahotsav” To Revive and Rejuvenate Rajasthani Language
The festival will be on 29 and 30 October 2022, in the Jodhpur of Rajasthan
News 18 1 October 2022
राजस्थानी साहित्य और भाषा को संरक्षित करेगा ‘अंजस’, रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन की अनूठी पहल
राजस्थानी भाषा में मौखिक और लिखित साहित्य, कला और परंपरा की अनमोल धरोहर जीवंत है.
IBC 24 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
राजस्थान की समृद्ध परंपराओं और संस्कृति का जश्न मनाने और उसे संरक्षित करने के लिए, अंजस महोत्सव का पहला संस्करण अक्टूबर के अंतिम सप्ताह में आयोजित किया जाएगा।
Devdiscourse 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage, tradition
Folk artistes, craftspersons and literary personalities including famous singers Ila Arun, Ustad Anwar Khan Manganiyar, Mame Khan, and Mukhtiyar Ali, Rajasthani poets Arjun Deo Charan, Madhu Acharya, Aidan Singh Bhati, and Chandra Prakash Deval among others will take part in Anjas Mahotsav.
Nyoooz 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthan’s cultural heritage, tradition
The two-day gala is likely to be inaugurated by Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and Maharaja of Jodhpur Gaj Singh on October 29-30 at Garh Govind in Jodhpur.
Navbharat Times 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
दो दिन तक चलने वाले इस महोत्सव का उद्घाटन राजस्थान के मुख्यमंत्री अशोक गहलोत और जोधपुर के महाराज गज सिंह द्वारा जोधपुर के गढ़ गोविंद में किये जाने की उम्मीद है।
The Print 29 September 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s Anjas Mahotsav to celebrate Rajasthans cultural heritage, tradition
To celebrate and preserve the rich traditions and culture of Rajasthan, the first edition of Anjas Mahotsav will be organised in the last week of October, organiser Rekhta Foundation announced on Thursday.
Traveldine 17 October 2022
Rekhta Foundation to host Anjas Mahotsav — the first-ever festival devoted to the Rajasthani language
Anjas Mahotsav aims to celebrate and preserve the language and culture of Rajasthan.
Dainik Bhasker 31 October 2022
राजस्थानी भाषा, कला व संस्कृति का पहला महोत्सव:ईला अरुण, गुलाबो और शैलेश लोढा रखेंगे विचार; अंजस महोत्सव का आयोजन
अंजस महोत्सव में लिटरेचर, थियेटर, स्कॉलर, रिसर्चर, म्यूजिक, फिल्म, ट्रेडिशनल गेम, आर्टिस्ट की परफार्मेंस, लोकल फूड, आर्ट एंड क्राफ्ट आदि एक छत के नीचे होगा।
National Herald 10 June 202
Rekhta’s Sufinama to hold virtual Urs to commemorate 716th death anniversary of Sufi Saint Amir Khusrau
Sufinama , a Rekhta Foundation initiative has arranged for an online celebration of the 716th Urs of Amir Khusrau on 11 June to let his followers and devotees not remain devoid of the celebrations
The New Indian Express 10 June 2020
‘While the world is at pause, the world of the Sufis can never end’
While the annual Khusrau Urs at the Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya dargah, in New Delhi, may not be a physical celebration, the Rekhta Foundation brings together Sufi luminaries for a virtual festival today, from 8 pm to 12 midnight
Times of India 25 October 2021
Online courses spark a new Ishq for Urdu
The use on English and pop culture references is making learning the language affordable, accessible and fun for young and old
The News Men 02 February 2021
Rekhta Foundation Launches New Online Vocabulary Course Alfaaz
Alfaaz would help such people develop deeper insights into Urdu literature by acquainting them with initially 100 most fundamental words which would be their key to a universe of meanings in poetry.
IANSLife.in 01 February 2021
Now, an online course on Urdu vocabulary
The course is by Aamozish, an initiative of Rekhta Foundation for learning and education.
India Education Diary 01 February 2021
Rekhta Foundation Launches New Online Vocabulary Course Alfaaz
To familiarize Urdu language enthusiasts and budding poetry appreciators with the fundamental vocabulary used in Urdu Poetry and conversations, Rekhta Foundation launched its 2nd online learning course, ‘Alfaaz’ by Aamozish (an initiative of Rekhta Foundation for learning and education) for understanding Urdu Poetry better.
The Pioneer 03 February 2021
Alfaaz for Urdu enthusiasts
“Majority of the people who are enthusiastic towards Urdu poetry and language are the ones whose interests are newfound. The sonic beauty and the discipline of language mesmerise them but their unfamiliarity with Urdu words, the metaphors and the traditions they derive meaning from keeps them from enjoying poetry in its true form.
TIMES OF INDIA
Aamozish: Online courses spark a new Ishq for Urdu
Jagdarpan 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Avadhnama 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Dainik Bhaskar 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Dainik Jagran 31 July 2023
साहित्य में निवेश धन का सर्वोत्तम उपयोग: शिवमूर्ति
Desh ki Roshni 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Desh Pratidin 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
DNA 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Hindustan 31 July 2023
इस दौर में साहित्य काग़ज़ तक सीमित नहीं: शिवमूर्ति
Hindustan Times 1 August 2023
Hindwi Anniversary Celebrations
Home News 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Janmadhyam 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
Jansandesh Times 31 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर उत्सव का आयोजन
Loksatya Lucknow 31 July 2023
साहित्य में निवेश धन का सर्वोत्तम उपयोग
Navbharat Times 31 July 2023
साहित्य अब काग़ज़ों तक सीमित नहीं रहेगा
Nav Satta 31 July 2023
आने वाले समय में साहित्य अब काग़ज़ तक सीमित नहीं रहेगा: शिवमूर्ति
Rashtriya Sahara 31 July 2023
आने वाले समय में साहित्य अब काग़ज़ तक सीमित नहीं रहेगा
Rashtriya Swaroop 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का भव्य आयोजन
The Mridul Express 30 July 2023
‘Hindwi Utsav’ celebrates Third Anniversary with Resounding Success
Spast Awaz 31 July 2023
तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव आयोजित
Voice of Lucknow 31 July 2023
साहित्या अब काग़ज़ तक ही सीमित नहीं रहेगा: शिवमूर्ति
Wahid Bharat Times 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव काभव्य आयोजन
Everyday News 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
DNA 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Janmadhyam 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी के तीसरे वर्षगाँठ पर हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन
Navbharat Times 30 July 2023
हिन्दवी उत्सव 30 जुलाइ को
The Pioneer 30 July 2023
Hindwi Utsav to Be Celebrated Today
Times of India 28 July 2023
Poetry to Meet Live Music at Hindwi Utsav
News85 31 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का भव्य आयोजन
संगीत नाटक अकादमी में आयोजित कार्यक्रम में हिंदी के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकार शिवमूर्ति ने हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रचार के महत्व पर अपनी बहुमूल्य अंतर्दृष्टि साझा की और कहा कि आने वाले समय में साहित्य अब काग़ज़ तक ही सीमित नहीं रहेगा, तकनीक बहुत आगे जा चुकी है।
ETV Bharat 31 July 2023
हिंदी भाषा को किसी सहारे की आवश्यकता नहीं, अभिभावक भी बच्चों को करें प्रोत्साहित
हिंदी न सिर्फ हमारी मातृभाषा है बल्कि ‘हिंदी है हम वतन है हिंदुस्तान हमारा’. हिंदी भाषा अपने आप में अपनी स्थान बनाने के लिए पर्याप्त है. हिंदी भाषा को किसी भी प्रकार की बैसाखी की आवश्यकता नहीं है. अगर अभिभावक अपने बच्चों को हिंदी भाषा का ज्ञान दें तो वह दिन दूर नहीं जब हर […]
Jan Jagran 31 July 2023
बढ़ती तकनीक के दौर में साहित्य अब काग तक सीमित नहीं: शिवमूर्ति
रेख्ता फाउण्डेशन के हिन्दी साहित्य के उपक्रम हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगांठ साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव के रूप में संत गाडगे जी महराज प्रेक्षागृह में मनाई गई।
TV Live India 31 July 2023
‘Hindwi Utsav’ Celebrates Third Anniversary with Resounding Success
The event witnessed a vibrant congregation of Hindi-speaking communities, literary enthusiasts, and distinguished personalities, making it an unforgettable affair that highlighted the brilliance of Hindi literature and culture.
Telescope Today 30 July 2023
हिंदवी उत्सव : धन का सर्वोत्तम उपयोग है साहित्य में निवेश
रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन के हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम ‘हिन्दवी’ ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया।
Hindustan 30 July 2023
बढ़ती तकनीक के दौर में साहित्य अब काग तक सीमित नहीं: शिवमूर्ति
रेख्ता फाउण्डेशन के हिन्दी साहित्य के उपक्रम हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगांठ साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव के रूप में संत गाडगे जी महराज प्रेक्षागृह में मनाई गई। इसमें देश के विभिन्न भागों से आए हिंदी साहित्य की विभूतियों ने साहित्य संरक्षण और प्रचार पर अपनी बात रखी।
UNI Varta 30 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी’ की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का भव्य आयोजन
लखनऊ, 30 जुलाई (वार्ता) हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम ‘हिन्दवी’ ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर रविवार को भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया जिसमें देश के जानेमाने साहित्यकारों और बुद्धिजीवियों ने अपने विचार प्रस्तुत किये।
Voice of Lucknow 30 July 2023
साहित्य अब कागज तक ही सीमित नहीं रहेगा : शिवमूर्ति
रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन के हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम हिन्दवी ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर आज लखनऊ के प्रतिष्ठित संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम हिन्दवी उत्सव का आयोजन किया।
instant khabar 30 July 2023
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ में दिखा हिंदी साहित्यिक जगत की प्रतिष्ठित हस्तियों का अद्भुत संगम
रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन के हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित उपक्रम ‘हिन्दवी’ ने अपनी स्थापना की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ के अवसर पर आज लखनऊ के प्रतिष्ठित संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य साहित्यिक-सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया।
Arya TV 29 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिन्दवी ने भाषिक सजगता को प्रोत्साहित किया है और साहित्य प्रेमियों के लिए एक ऐसा प्लेटफॉर्म बनाने का प्रयास किया है जहाँ हिंदी संस्कृति के विविध पहलुओं पर संवाद से लेकर नई खोज की जा सके, उत्सव मनाया जा सके। इस प्रक्रिया में हिन्दवी, जो कि ग़ैर-लाभकारी पहल है, ने ‘हिन्दवी डिक्शनरी’ की घोषणा की […]
24 Ghante Online 28 July 2023
नवाब नगरी में 30 जुलाई को लगेगा हिन्दी साहित्यकारों का जमावड़ा
उत्तर प्रदेश की राजधानी लखनऊ में आगामी 30 जुलाई को देश के जानेमाने साहित्यकार ( Hindi Writers) और बुद्धजीवी हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रोत्साहन के लिए विचार विमर्श करेंगे।
Lucknow Tribune 28 July 2023
Classical fusion band Shadaj to headline Third Anniversary celebration of Hindwi.org
The event, which will take place on July 30, 2023, at the vibrant Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow, promises to be a remarkable affair. Adding to the significance of the occasion, the celebrated writer and novelist, Shivmurti will grace the event as the Chief Guest, bestowing its divine presence upon the festivities.
UNI Varta 28 July 2023
नवाब नगरी में 30 जुलाइ को लगेगा साहित्यकारों का जमावड़ा
लखनऊ 28 जुलाई (वार्ता) उत्तर प्रदेश की राजधानी लखनऊ में आगामी 30 जुलाई को देश के जानेमाने साहित्यकार और बुद्धजीवी हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रोत्साहन के लिए विचार विमर्श करेंगे।
Economy Post 28 July 2023
Lucknow to host Hindi literary fest ‘Hindwi Utsav’
Hindwi.org under the aegis of Rekhta Foundation, which is dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindi literature, will celebrate its 3rd anniversary with ‘Hindwi Utsav’. The event, on July 30, will be organised at the vibrant Sangeet Natak Akademi premises.
Capital of Uttar Pradesh 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिन्दवी का उद्देश्य है कि वह अपने इस प्रयत्न को निरंतर जारी रखे और हिंदी भाषा को सुंदर और प्रामाणिक रूप में प्रस्तुत कर पाए।
Huzaifa 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिन्दवी की वेबसाइट पर 1200+ कवियों, 14000+ कविताओं, 1300+ छंदों, 3000+ दोहों और 300+ लोकगीत उपलब्ध हैं। हिन्दवी का उद्देश्य है कि वह अपने इस प्रयत्न को निरंतर जारी रखे और हिंदी भाषा को सुंदर और प्रामाणिक रूप में प्रस्तुत कर पाए।
Sawi Awareness 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ के पिछले संस्करण में साहित्य प्रेमियों की उत्साहपूर्ण भागीदारी से प्रेरित होकर इस वर्ष यह उत्सव अधिक बड़ा और भव्य होगा, जिसमें हिंदी साहित्य से जुड़ी प्रमुख हस्तियाँ और कलाकार एकसाथ एक मंच पर आएँगे।
Bharat Manjari 27 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
उद्घाटन समारोह के बाद पहला सत्र चर्चा-परिचर्चा का होगा जिसमें साहित्यकार शिवमूर्ति, शालिनी माथुर और अखिलेश जैसे प्रतिष्ठित लेखक विचारोत्तेजक विषय ‘कठिन समय में कटाक्ष’ पर चर्चा करेंगे। इसके बाद उत्सव में काव्यात्मक अभिव्यक्ति के लिए कविता संध्या(कविता पाठ) का आयोजन होगा।
Desh Pratidin 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिंदुस्तानी कला, साहित्य एवं संस्कृति के संरक्षण और प्रचार के लिए प्रयत्नशील रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन, हिंदी भाषा के विभिन्न रंगों का जश्न मनाने के लिए ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन कर रहा है जो भारतीय दर्शन और जीवन शैली की रीढ़ है।
Divya Sandesh 28 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] का वार्षिक साहित्यिक आयोजन है, जिसका उद्देश्य हिंदी भाषा और साहित्य की समृद्ध विरासत का जश्न मनाना और हिंदी-भाषी समुदायों तथा साहित्य-संस्कृति प्रेमियों को करीब लाना है।
News 18 Hindi 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की वर्षगांठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन, लखनऊ में जुटेंगे देशभर के साहित्यकार
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ के पिछले संस्करण में साहित्य प्रेमियों की उत्साहपूर्ण भागीदारी से प्रेरित होकर इस वर्ष यह उत्सव अधिक बड़ा और भव्य होगा, जिसमें हिंदी साहित्य से जुड़ी प्रमुख हस्तियां और कलाकार एकसाथ एक मंच पर आएंगे.
Times Now 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] का वार्षिक साहित्यिक आयोजन है। यह उत्सव साहित्य एवं संवाद को बढ़ावा देने और हिंदी साहित्य के अमूल्य योगदान को रेखांकित करने का एक मंच प्रदान करता है।
instant khabar 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ 30 जुलाई को लखनऊ में
‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] का वार्षिक साहित्यिक आयोजन है, जिसका उद्देश्य हिंदी भाषा और साहित्य की समृद्ध विरासत का जश्न मनाना और हिंदी-भाषी समुदायों तथा साहित्य-संस्कृति प्रेमियों को करीब लाना है।
Suman Suprabhat 26 July 2023
हिन्दवी की तीसरी वर्षगाँठ पर ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन
हिंदी साहित्य के संरक्षण और प्रोत्साहन के लिए समर्पित रेख़्ता फ़ाउंडेशन के उपक्रम, हिन्दवी [hindwi.org] ने अपने तीन वर्ष सफलता के साथ पूरे कर लिए हैं। अपनी तीसरी वर्षगांठ पर हिन्दवी ने ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ के रूप में 30 जुलाई, 2023 को लखनऊ के संगीत नाटक अकादमी में एक भव्य आयोजन की घोषणा की है।
Amar Ujala 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट का लोकार्पण कोरोना काल में—31 जुलाई, 2020 को—प्रेमचंद-जयंती पर, नोबेल शांति पुरस्कार विजेता कैलाश सत्यार्थी द्वारा इस उद्देश्य से किया गया कि हिंदी साहित्य सुंदरतम, व्यवस्थित और प्रामाणिक रूप में भावी पीढ़ी के लिए सुलभ हो।
Quint Hindi 30 July 2022
साहित्य अकादमी में लेखक-हजारों सालों के दरवाजे तोड़ रहा दलित लेखन
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के उपक्रम हिन्दवी डॉट ओआरजी (hindwi.org) के बैनर तले दिल्ली के साहित्य अकादमी (Sahitya Akademi) के रवींद्र भवन में वेबसाइट के 2 साल पूरे होने पर शनिवार, 30 जुलाई को ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया गया.
India Education Diary 05 August 2021
Hindwi Utsav : Celebrating Golden Age Of Hindi Language And Literature
Hindwi.org, an initiative of Rekhta Foundation, dedicatedly working towards the preservation and promotion of Hindi language, literature and culture celebrated its first year anniversary by organizing an online event ‘Hindwi Utsav’ which streamed on Hindwi Official Facebook page.
‘हिन्दवी’: साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाएगा अपना दसूरा स्थापना दिवस
Amar Ujala 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
हिन्दवी उत्सव’ आयोजन के माध्यम से ‘हिन्दवी’ हिंदी साहित्य-संसार में अपनी दूसरी वर्षगाँठ को चिन्हित की ।
The Quint 30 July 2022
Hindwi Utsav: साहित्य अकादमी में लेखक-हजारों सालों के दरवाजे तोड़ रहा दलित लेखन
लेखक श्यौराज सिंह बेचैन ने बाबा साहब भीमराव अंबेडकर का जिक्र करते हुए ‘दलित लेखन में नई करवट’ के विषय पर बात की।
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Sexi News 31 July 2022
Famous Literature Forum Hindwi Celebrating Second Foundation Day | ‘Hindvi’ celebrated its second foundation day in Delhi along with famous litterateurs of Hindi literature
At present, more than 10000 poems, 1200 verses, 1800 couplets and more than 400 folk songs of more than 900 new and old poets including all the prominent poets of Hindi poetry-tradition and unsung poets are available on Hindavi website.
Patrika 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन के प्रमुख उपक्रम हिन्दवी ने आज अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस समारोह राजधानी दिल्ली में मनाया।
Amar Ujala 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट का लोकार्पण कोरोना काल में—31 जुलाई, 2020 को—प्रेमचंद-जयंती पर, नोबेल शांति पुरस्कार विजेता कैलाश सत्यार्थी द्वारा इस उद्देश्य से किया गया कि हिंदी साहित्य सुंदरतम, व्यवस्थित और प्रामाणिक रूप में भावी पीढ़ी के लिए सुलभ हो।
Quint Hindi 30 July 2022
साहित्य अकादमी में लेखक-हजारों सालों के दरवाजे तोड़ रहा दलित लेखन
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के उपक्रम हिन्दवी डॉट ओआरजी (hindwi.org) के बैनर तले दिल्ली के साहित्य अकादमी (Sahitya Akademi) के रवींद्र भवन में वेबसाइट के 2 साल पूरे होने पर शनिवार, 30 जुलाई को ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’ का आयोजन किया गया.
The Morning Standard 3 August 2021
Hindi storytelling is in a happy place
Noted Hindi authors discuss how the west killed the creativity and the multi-dimensional nature of Hindi literature but it has evolved to encompass new voices and styles that still keep it interesting and relevant.
BBC News (Podcast) 31 July 2021
जानिए कैसे हिंदी साहित्य को डिजिटल प्लैटफॉर्म पर ला रहा है ‘हिन्दवी’
‘हिन्दवी’ की सम्पादक अनुराधा ने बताया कैसे साहित्यकारों की रचनाओं को युवाओं तक पहुँचाया
India Education Diary 05 August 2021
Hindwi Utsav : Celebrating Golden Age Of Hindi Language And Literature
Hindwi.org, an initiative of Rekhta Foundation, dedicatedly working towards the preservation and promotion of Hindi language, literature and culture celebrated its first year anniversary by organizing an online event ‘Hindwi Utsav’ which streamed on Hindwi Official Facebook page.
New Indian Express 07 August 2021
Hindi storytelling is in a happy place
Currently, the most visited pages of Hindwi.org are Kavita and Dohe, and it gets the most international traffic from the US.
The Lallantop 14 March 2022
इंस्टाग्राम पर ‘कच्चा बादाम’ से चट गए? कविताओं की ये वेबसाइट मूड मस्त कर देगी
‘हिंदवी’ दस्तावेज़ी काम है. यह लेख लिखे जाने तक 825 कवियों की 9463 रचनाएं हिंदवी पर उपलब्ध हैं.
Free Press Journal 12 September 2021
Hindi Diwas 2021: With English taking over the country, what’s on the card for our national language?
Hindwi, an initiative of Rekhta Foundation to preserve and promote Hindi language, literature and culture.
Hindwi 15 JANUARY 2021
हिंदी साहित्य और भाषा को डिजिटल माध्यम में संरक्षित करने की कोशिश हिंदवी ओआरजी
हिन्दवी हिंदी साहित्य को समर्पित एक वेबसाइट है। इस मंच पर 600 से अधिक कवियों की 10000 से अधिक काव्य-रचनाएँ उपलब्ध हैं जिनमें विस्तार जारी है। हिन्दवी ने वेबसाइट तैयार करते हुए यह प्रयास किया है कि सभी तरह के कविता-प्रेमी सहजता से कविता के इस संसार से गुज़र सकें।
‘हिन्दवी’: साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाएगा अपना दसूरा स्थापना दिवस
Amar Ujala 31 July 2022
‘हिन्दवी’ वेबसाइट साहित्य-संसार के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यकारों के साथ मनाया अपना दूसरा स्थापना दिवस
हिन्दवी उत्सव’ आयोजन के माध्यम से ‘हिन्दवी’ हिंदी साहित्य-संसार में अपनी दूसरी वर्षगाँठ को चिन्हित की ।
The Quint 30 July 2022
Hindwi Utsav: साहित्य अकादमी में लेखक-हजारों सालों के दरवाजे तोड़ रहा दलित लेखन
लेखक श्यौराज सिंह बेचैन ने बाबा साहब भीमराव अंबेडकर का जिक्र करते हुए ‘दलित लेखन में नई करवट’ के विषय पर बात की।
NAVBHARAT TIMES
हिन्दवी: हिन्दवी उत्सव में हुई कहानी पर चर्चा
AMAR UJALA
हिन्दवी: ऑनलाइन मनाया गया ‘हिन्दवी उत्सव’
RASHTRIYA SAHARA
हिन्दवी: हिन्दवी की नई पेशकश ‘इसक’
DAINIK JAGRAN
हिन्दवी: सदी की कविताएं सुना रहे कवि
यूनीवार्ता 23 September 2020
यूनीवार्ता
Outlook Hindi 1 June 2021
उर्दू को आसानी से समझने के लिए रेख्ता फ़ाउंडेशन ने की रेख्ता शब्दकोश की रचना
रेख्ता फ़ाउंडेशन ने उर्दू सीखने और समझने को आसान करने के लिए रेख्ता शब्दकोश की रचना की है जो तीन भाषाओं उर्दू, हिंदी और अंग्रेज़ी में है और इसे दुनिया के किसी भी जगह निःशुल्क प्रयोग किया जा सकता है।
Economics.indiatimes 24 May 2021
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरीः एक क्लिक में उर्दू की दुनिया सामने
रेख़्ता फ़ाउन्डेशन जो उर्दू की तरक़्क़ी के लिए सात आठ सालों से डटा हुआ है, ने तीन भाषाओं की डिक्शनरी तय्यार करके लोगों के लिए बिना मुआवज़ा खोल दी.
Navbharat Times 1 May 2021
Rekhta ne banai Urdu ki teen bhasha wali virtual dictionary
Dainik Savera Times 27 May 2021
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरी में पढ़ सकेंगे उर्दू भाषा, अर्थ हिंदी व अंग्रेज़ी में भी साझा
The Wire 21 June 2021
Rekhta’s Trilingual Online Dictionary Opens up New Worlds For Urdu Lovers
The dictionary has a database of over three lakh words and their meanings in Urdu, Hindi and English.
jagran.com 13 May 2021
रेख़्ता ट्राईलिंगुअल डिक्शनरी: उर्दू ज़बान की तरक्क़ी में एक तारीख़ी वाक़या
उर्दू ज़बान डिक्शनरी के मामले में ग़रीब ज़बान रही है। उर्दू ज़बान से मुहब्बत करने वाली बेशतर आबादी उर्दू की लिपि से वाक़फ़ियत नहीं रखती। रेख्ता फाउंडेशन की वर्चुअल डिक्शनरी इस क़िस्म का पहला ऐसा काम है जो तीन ज़बानों और लिपियों में उपलब्ध है।
Aalmi Akhbar 5 May 2021
ریختہ سہ لسانی ڈکشنری : اردو کے تہذیبی سرمائے کی دنیا,سالم سلیم
زبانوں کے تہذیبی ذخیرے کی کثیر الجہات معنویت کو محفوظ کرنے میں لغت نویسی نے ہر دور میں ایک اہم کردار ادا کیا ہے۔
Jang.com.pk 9 April 2021
اردو زبان کا عجوبہ
اردو کی دنیا میں ایک بڑا کام بڑی ہی خاموشی سے ہوگیا۔ اس زبان کو فروغ دینے کے کام میں سات آٹھ برس سے مصروف ریختہ فاؤنڈیشن نے تین زبانوں کی لغت ترتیب دے کر دنیا کے لئے بلا معاوضہ کھول دی۔لغت بھی ایسی کہ اگر کوئی پوچھے کہ اس میں کیا ہے تو جواب […]
Punjab Kesari 31 May 2021
Urdu premiyon ke liye “Rekhta Dictionary”
Mumbai Urdu News 13 April 2021
Urdu zabaan ka ajooba
Alimi Akhbar 5 May 2021
“ریختہ سہ لسانی ڈکشنری : اردو کے تہذیبی سرمائے کی دنیا,سالم سلیم “
زبانوں کے تہذیبی ذخیرے کی کثیر الجہات معنویت کو محفوظ کرنے میں لغت نویسی نے ہر دور میں ایک اہم کردار ادا کیا ہے
Rashtriyasahara.com 27 April 2021
Trilingual Dictionary: Urdu ki tarakki mein ek aur paaydaan
tribune.com.pk 25 April 2021
Opening Urdu to the world
The Wire 21 June 2021
Rekhta’s Trilingual Online Dictionary Opens up New Worlds For Urdu Lovers
Rekhta Foundation, which is known for organising an annual Urdu festival named ‘Jashn e Rekhta’ and popularising Urdu poetry using Devanagari, Roman and Urdu scripts, has launched a trilingual online dictionary.
UNI Urdu 01 June 2021
اردو کو آسانی سےسمجھنے کے لئے ریختہ فاؤنڈیشن کی جانب سے آن لائن ریختہ لغت کی پیشکش
Dainik Jagran 13 May 2021
रेख़्ता ट्राईलिंगुअल डिक्शनरी: उर्दू ज़बान की तरक्क़ी में एक तारीख़ी वाक़या
उर्दू ज़बान डिक्शनरी के मामले में ग़रीब ज़बान रही है। उर्दू ज़बान से मुहब्बत करने वाली बेशतर आबादी उर्दू की लिपि से वाक़फ़ियत नहीं रखती। रेख्ता फाउंडेशन की वर्चुअल डिक्शनरी इस क़िस्म का पहला ऐसा काम है जो तीन ज़बानों और लिपियों में उपलब्ध है।
Economic Times 24 May 2021
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरीः एक क्लिक में उर्दू की दुनिया सामने
रेख़्ता डिक्शनरी. जिसे हम ऊर्दू, हिन्दी और अंग्रेज़ी की डिक्शनरी कह सकते हैं- में किसी भी लफ्ज़ पर महज़ एक क्लिक करने से यूज़र के सामने उस लफ्ज़ की दुनिया खुल जाती है जहां तीन ज़बानों- उर्दू, हिंदी, अंग्रेजी और तीन लिपियों- नस्तालीक़, देवनागरी, रोमन, में उनके मानी उपलब्ध हैं.
Khaleej Times 30 November 2023
Dubai speaks ‘language of love’: How the city became world’s go-to hub for Urdu poetry
Amid the city’s impressive array of world records, it’s easy to overlook a lesser-known achievement — it hosts more mushairas (poetic symposiums) than any other place on the globe.
Mix Plate January 2024
Jashn-e-Rekhta Festival Dubai 2024
The largest Urdu language, literature, and cultural festival in the world will take place in Dubai, and notable Pakistani figures including Samina and Usman Peerzada, Bee Gul, and Mahira Khan will be in attendance.
Khaleej Times 14 January 2024
Sanjiv Saraf, Huma Khalil on preserving, promoting Urdu language and culture
Described by its patrons as the sweetest language, Urdu is loved for its elegance, formality and flow, and Jashn-e-Rekhta is a celebration of its natural beauty.
Khaleej Times 2 January 2024
Dubai to host world’s largest Urdu literary fest, featuring Javed Akhtar, Mahira Khan
After enchanting audiences in India for eight years and making its international debut in London just three months ago, the celebrated literary fest, Jashn-e-Rekhta, is poised to captivate Dubai.
Hi Dubai Deals
Zabeel Park Amphitheatre: Jashn-e-Rekhta Festival Dubai 2024
The world’s largest Urdu language, literature and cultural festival will be held in Dubai for the first time. Jashn-e-Rekhta Dubai 2024 is a two-day cultural festival celebrating Urdu language, literature and culture.
Curly Tales 3 January 2024
Jashn-E-Rekhta, An Urdu Festival From India Is Coming To Dubai This Jan With Javed Akhtar & More
Regarded as the largest Urdu Literary Fest, Jashn-E-Rekhta will be taking over Dubai on January 27 and 28 at Zabeel Park.
Business Recorder 30 January 2024
Dubai provides platform for India-Pakistan cultural exchange at Jashn-e-Rekhta
Javed Akhtar, Mahira Khan and Samina Peerzada among attendees highlighting importance of Urdu language
ARY News 3 January 2024
Jashn-e-Rekhta: Javed Akhtar, Bee Gul to headline largest Urdu literary fest in Dubai
Celebration of the richness of the language, the World’s largest Urdu literary festival, ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’, is set to be hosted by Dubai this year, with eminent names from Pakistan, including Samina and Usman Peerzada, Bee Gul and Mahira Khan, to grace the event.
Arab News 28 January 2024
Pakistani artistes, poets and writers grace the stage during two-day ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’ festival in Dubai
After winning hearts in London and India, the two-day weaved the essence of the Urdu language, its literature, and culture into the cosmopolitan fabric of the UAE on Jan. 27-28. The event featured soul-stirring ‘ghazals,’ ‘qawwalis,’ ‘dastangoi,’ engaging panel discussions, and a grand ‘mushaira,’ or poetic symposium.
India Today 18 December 2023
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता 2023 | उर्दू के लिए एक कविता
वार्षिक जश्न-ए-रेख्ता उत्सव के आठवें संस्करण में चार चरणों, 60 से अधिक कार्यक्रमों और 150 से अधिक कलाकारों के साथ एक शानदार कार्यक्रम शामिल है।
Awaz-The Voice
Jashn-e-Rekhta 2023: तीन दिवसीय महफिल तैयार, आज से बहेगी अदब की बयार
2023 में आगामी जश्न-ए-रेख्ता 8 दिसंबर से 10 दिसंबर तक दिल्ली में होने वाला है. जश्न ए रेख्ता तीन दिवसीय त्यौहार है. इस आयोजन में उर्दू भाषा को संरक्षित करने का प्रयास किया जाता है. रेख्ता फाउंडेशन पिछले कई वर्षों से कई भाषाओं के संरक्षण और संवर्धन में लगा हुआ है.
Awaz-The Voice
Jashn-e-Rekhta, capital largest literary festival opens at an enchanting note
Jashn-e-Rekhta (Festival of Urdu) is an annual festival celebrating the language that emerged from India and evolved as a language of culture and sophistication.
Forbes India 3 January 2024
An Equal Music
When Rekha and Vishal Bhardwaj speak about their work it is an effortless ebb and flow of ideas and words, their sentences complementing the thought of the other, their pauses like unspoken cues for the other to speak.
The Indian Express 9 December 2023
Around Town: This weekend in Delhi, immerse in Jashn-e-Rekhta, catch a play or experience blue comedy
The Jashn-e-Rekhta festival will witness over 200 artistes and host more than 50 sessions and performances over three days.
India Today 12 December 2023
An Ode to Urdu
For most people, a love affair with Urdu is linked with their fascination for Shayari or poetry. After all, poets like Mirza Ghalib, Faiz Ahmad Faiz, and Mir Taqi Mir were instrumental in contributing to the literary richness of the language.
Hindustan 11 December 2023
कलाकारों ने संगीत से समा बांधा
उर्दू अदब और हिन्दुस्तानी तहज़ीब के सबसे बड़े उत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता के आखिरी दिन कलाकारों ने संगीत और कविता से समां बांध दिया।
Navbharat Times 11 December 2023
जैसा सिनेमा चाहते हो, उसके लिए थिएटर जाना होगा: अनुराग कश्यप
अनुराग कश्यप बॉलीवुड के सबसे संवेदनशील फिल्मकारों में से एक माने जाते हैं। अनुराग कश्यप बॉलीवुड के सबसे संवेदनशील फिल्मकारों में से एक माने जाते हैं। हाल ही में उन्होंने फिल्ममेकर सुधीर मिश्रा के साथ दिल्ली में चल रहे जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता कार्यक्रम में हिस्सा लिया जहां सिनेमा की भाषा और बिज़नेस को लेकर बात की।
Hari Bhoomi 11 December 2023
दिल्ली सरकार के जश्न -ए-रेख़्ता कार्यक्रम में उमड़े संगीत व उर्दू प्रेमी
दिल्ली सरकार के पर्यटन विभाग द्वारा मेजर ध्यानचन्द नेशनल स्टेडियम में आयोजित ‘जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता’ के वेसंस्करण के अंतिम दिन रविवार को संगीत और उर्दू भारती संख्या में पहुंचे।
Millenniumpost December 11, 2023
Delhi’s weekends to see cultural fests till Xmas
As winter creeps into the Capital, so does the festive air. Delhi’s weekend has been scheduled for cultural fests till the Christmas celebrations take over, spanning across the city.
Hindustan Times 11 December 2023
Delhi gets a dose of varied cinematic views and hues
The jugalbandi of Hindi cinema and Urdu has been a timeless love affair.
The Times of India 11 December 2023
Urdu had great influence on Hindi cinema lyricists
Participating in several sessions at the ongoing Jashn-e-Rekhta, Javed Akhtar narrated his poetry and discussed the influence of Urdu on everyday language, especially in Hindi cinema.
The Times of India 10 December 2023
Vishal and Rekha Bhardwaj’s musical date with Delhi
Sangeet se bada koi nasha nahi hai: Vishal Bhardwaj
Hindustan Times 10 December 2023
Phir le aaye Rekha, Vishal and Javed sa’ab, to a suhani shaam in Dilli
When filmmaker-musician Vishal Bhardwaj and singer Rekha Bhardwaj took the stage at the opening night of the 8th edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta, mellifluous ghazals and Sufi tunes delighted the audience.
Hindustan Times 8 December 2023
An ode to the language of love, art and culture
What most of you know today as Urdu language was once called Rekhta.
Outlook Hindi 16 April 2023
इंटरव्यू – संजीव सराफ : ‘‘विदेश में भी होगा जश्न ए रेख्ता का उत्सव”
आज हर किसी के फोन तक उर्दू शायरी की पहुंच है। लोग उर्दू शायरी को वाट्सएप स्टेटस पर शेयर करने से लेकर उस पर इंस्टाग्राम रील्स और यूट्यूब शॉर्ट्स बना रहे हैं।
Indiaeducationdiary.com 17 February 2021
‘Guftugu’ To Continue The Art Of Unhurried Interviews
The longest running personality based talk show ‘Guftugu’ is all set to return on a new screen with its exclusive premiere on Rekhta Foundation’s YouTube channel @jashnerekhtaofficial from 21st February 2021 onwards, with new episode to be streamed every Sunday at 10pm.
India Today 30 December 2019
Body of language
Delhi’s Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium turned into a melting pot of Indian culture and literature over three days, December 13 to 15 – The annual Jashn-e-Rekhta festival left the crowds spellbound.
Hindustan Times 13 December 2019
Jashn-e-Rekhta: For the love of Urdu, a language that defines a composite culture
Over the last five years, this cultural festival has sought much interest from specifically the younger generation.
The Indian Express 13 December 2017
For the Record
A dancer goes in search of a nautch girl and finds the legend of Nawab Jaan — a representation of the country’s famed courtesans – Kathak performance at Jashn-e-Rekhta
Hindustan Times 9 December 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta: Meet the man whose passion project is now a celebration of Urdu
Sanjiv Saraf, 59, launched the Rekhta website in January 2013. He started the festival Jashn-e-Rekhta in 2015.
Times of India 12 December 2017
Nandita Das on Padmavati controversy: I had faced this with my films, this has become a part of life now
Actress-director Nandita Das, who has made a film on the life of playwright and author Saadat Hasan Manto, says that she is not afraid of the flak, if any, that the film may receive.
Hindustan Times 10 December 2017
Truth is never easy, but it always triumphs in the end: Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui believes that he should have avoided sharing so much ‘truth’ in his memoir
DNA 28 November 2017
Urdu festival returns to serenade Delhi from December 8
The three-day event that celebrates the creative richness and timeless glory of the Urdu language will host over 40 poets, authors and artistes at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium here
The Hindu 9 December 2017
The jashn Urdu at Jashn-e-Rekhta begins
Over 100 distinguished writers, poets, artists, littérateurs and singers will gather at the event
The Hindu 27 November 2017
Festival to celebrate the ‘timeless glory’ of Urdu
Three-day Jashn-e-Rekhta will begin from December 8
Times of India 10 December 2017
Urdu dying? Festival shows it’s not just zinda but rocking
There was a time when Urdu was defined only by well-loved familiar faces like Javed Akhtar and Gulzar — and they still pull massive crowds — but what is remarkable is the rise of new names pushing the cause of the language.
The Hindu 12 December 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta: Celebrating a common heritage
With youngsters embracing Urdu in a big way, the fourth edition of “Jashn-e-Rekhta” saw an eclectic mix of literary discussions and festal sessions
Telegraph India 19 December 2017
An ode to Urdu and its survival
One expected that the fourth Jashn-e-Rekhta edition in Delhi – an event celebrating the Urdu language – would have been yet another congregation apologetic about its identity and complaining about its marginalisation.
Mumbai Mirror 16 December 2017
In one voice
A celebration of Urdu reveals why the lyrical language is here to stay
News Nation 17 February 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta 2017: Celebrate timeless eloquence of Urdu in Delhi
The Unique Festival Of Jashn-e-Rekhta 2017 Will Be A Three-day Event To Eulogise Urdu And Will Begin In Delhi On February 17. It Is The Third Edition Of The Festival And Will Be Inaugurated By Gulzar And Ustad Amjad Ali.
The New Indian Express 16 December 2017
‘Sufi Music is Getting Commercialised’
The Nizami Bandhu, who performed at the Jashn-e-Rekhta—the largest festival celebrating various facets of Urdu—in Delhi early this month, boast a 700-year-old legacy.
Jagran 9 December 2017
…आज फिर जीने की तमन्ना है, सुरों के दरिया में नहीं रह गया तेरा-मेरा
होली के रंगों में, दिवाली के दीयों में, ईद की सेवइयों में मिठास घोलती उर्दू का ही यह असर था कि लोग कुर्सियों पर न सिर्फ जमे रहे बल्कि उर्दू की शोख गुफ्तगू का लुत्फ लेते रहे।
Navbharat Times 10 December 2017
इश्क की जुबान उर्दू का जश्न
दिसंबर की गुलाबी ठंड में गुड़ सी मिठास घोलने वाला उर्दू का सबसे बड़ा फेस्टिवल मेजर ध्यानचंद स्टेडियम में चल रहा है। रेख़्ता फाउंडेशन की ओर से आयोजित …
Dainik Bhasker 11 December 2017
उर्दू जबान को मजहब से जोड़ना गलत: शबाना आजमी
हिंदुस्तान में 60 के दशक तक 90 फीसदी लोग उर्दू जबान बोलते थे, लेकिन उसके बाद इसे मजहबी रंग दे दिया गया और यह मुसलमानों की भाषा बन कर रह गई। यह पूरे हिंदुस्तान की भाषा है, सिर्फ मुस्लिमों की नहीं।
Jagran 10 December 2017
सुरों की सुरीली गाथा से सजा शहर रेख्ता
राजधानी की आपाधापी के बीच मेजर ध्यानचंद स्टेडियम में उर्दू के रंगो-नूर से शहर रेख्ता रोशन हुआ। जहां जुबां पर गालिब का तराना था।
Jagran 9 December 2017
उर्दू से मोहब्बत के इजहार के लिए जश्न ए रेख्ता पहुंचे लोग
मेजर ध्यान चंद स्टेडियम परिसर में आयोजित इस उत्सव में महफिल-खाना, बज्म ए खयाल, दयार ए इजहार और कुंज ए सुखन में आयोजित सभी कार्यक्रमों में दर्शक खचाखच भरे थे।
Jagran 8 December 2017
रंगकर्मी दानिश इकबाल ने कहा- युवा मन में हरारत की खुराक है जश्न-ए-रेख्ता
प्रो. दानिश इकबाल बताते हैं कि युवा मन में जब हरारत सी होती है तो दवा की नहीं कविता की जरूरत होती है
Aaj Tak 9 December 2017
सच बोलना भारी पड़ रहा है, नवाज बोले- मुझे किताब के लिए माफी मांगनी पड़ी
बॉलीवुड के दिग्गज अभिनेता नवाजुद्दीन सिद्दीकी ने एक बार फिर अपनी बायोग्राफी ‘An Ordinary Life’ को लेकर बयान दिया है. उन्होंने कहा, आजकल सच बोलना भारी पड़ रहा है. थोड़ा बोलो ज्यादा नहीं. मैंने सच पर आधारित एक किताब लिखी. लोगों को पसंद नहीं आई मुझे माफी मांगनी पड़ी.
Gaon Connection 10 December 2017
पति-पत्नी के झगड़े की जड़ पति का खुद को कायनात का सितारा समझ लेना है : जावेद अख्तर
यहां उर्दू जबान के उत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख्ता में शामिल होने आए अख्तर ने कुछ इश्क किया, कुछ काम किया सत्र में कहा, ”पति-पत्नी के बीच सारे झगड़े की जड़ पति की वह सोच है जिसमें वह अपने आप को सारी कायनात (ब्रह्मांड) का सितारा समझ लेता है। सारे लोग उसके आस-पास बाकी ग्रहों की तरह चक्कर […]
HT City 11 December 2017
Urdu was like music to my ears
At Jashn-e-Rekhta, veteran actor Shabana Azmi reminisces about her growing up years and her love for the Urdu Language.
Times of India 12 December 2017
Javed Akhtar’s shaadi tips and shayari for Shabana at this Delhi event
While talking in a session titled ‘Kuch ishq kiya, kuch kaam kiya’, he spoke about completing 33 years of marriage. “Meri aur Shabana ki dosti itni gehri hai, itni achhi hai aur itni mazboot hai ki shaadi bhi uska kuch nahi bigaad saki,”
The Hindu 15 December 2017
Understanding Rekhta
The three-day Jashn-e-Rekhta (Rekhta Festival) that concluded on Sunday drew our attention to the shared linguistic, literary and cultural traditions that have evolved over the centuries.
Times of India 9 December 2017
Urdu fest ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’ to light up weekend
The three-day festival began on Friday evening, with luminaries like Waheeda Rehman, Pandit Jasraj and a performance by Ustad Rashid Khan. London-born singer Tanya Wells, famous for her ghazals, is the special guest this year.
The Hindu 11 December 2017
Jashn-e-Rekhta ends on a musical note
The three-day witnessed multiple panel discussions, music and dance performances, open poetry recitation, mushairas , ghazal sarai and dastangoi sessions, calligraphy workshops, film screenings, book launches and live music performances.
The Hindu 11 December 2017
A passion born out of love for Urdu
At the 4th edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta here, dastango Nadeem Shah Suharwardy and Shankar Musafir adapted a three-page dastaan by Rajasthan’s famous storyteller Vijaydan Detha and delivered it in a semi-theatrical hour-long performance.
Hindustan Times 8 December 2017
Romancing verses: Jashn-E-Rekhta is back, all for the love of Urdu language
Javed Akhtar, Waheeda Rehman, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Nandita Das, Imtiaz Ali are among the Bollywood celebs who will be present at Jashn-E-Rekhta – a three-day Urdu language festival at Delhi’s Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium.
The New Indian Express 3 December 2022
For the love of Urdu
Replete with poetry sessions, discourses by celebrities, and other such events, Jashn-e-Rekhta’s seventh edition is aiming to turn the spotlight on Urdu literature
HT City 7 February 2016
Dilli shows some love for Urdu
The city is gearing up to profess love for Urdu language with the second edition of the three-day festival, Jashn-e-Rekhta.
Times of India 15 December 2019
Celebrating dissent and unity in troubled times
As Jashn-e-Rekhta progressed, participants celebrated dissent, advocated unity, lamented the loss of language and reminisced the bygone age of revolutions. The common thread that tied these themes, however, was humanity’s shared hope for a better future.
Indian Express 13 December 2019
A life in music
Ut Bade Ghulam Ali Khan from Kasur-Patiala gharana will be remembered by his grandson Ut Raza Ali Khan at the sixth edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta at the sixth edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta
Times of India 16 December 2019
Anubhav Sinha: ‘Mulk’ ke baad bhi bass main ‘Mulk’ hi bana raha hoon
While interacting with the audience at Jashn-e-Rekhta, Anubhav Sinha, who has received death threats and been a punching bag for trolls on social media, said that he believes in not thinking about consequences when there is a story that needs to be told.
Times of India 20 December 2019
Piyush Mishra: Must stand by what you believe in
At the recently concluded Jashn-e-Rekhta, Piyush Mishra talked about how Anurag Kashyap was completely broke, but he was ready to fight for what he felt was right for his film, ‘Black Friday’.
Times of India 20 December 2019
Divya Dutta: I broke down after shooting a marital rape scene
Speaking at a session at the recently concluded Jashn-e-Rekhta, Divya Dutta shared the trauma of doing a rape scene in a film.
Prabhat Khabar 14 December 2019
विरोधाभासी व्यक्तित्व वाले शख्स थे साहिर लुधियानवी : जावेद अख्तर
कवि एवं गीतकार जावेद अख्तर ने‘जश्न ए रेख्ता’ उत्सव में कहा कि अपनी कविताओं के जरिए सच्चाई बयां करने और सही बात के लिए लड़ते समय अपने उग्र रवैये के लिए जाने जाने वाले साहिर लुधियानवी निजी जिंदगी में बिल्कुल विपरीत थे.
Jagran 15 December 2019
छोटी-छोटी बातों की भी मां से इजाजत लेते थे साहिर : जावेद अख्तर
जश्न ए रेख्ता के दूसरे दिन साहिर लुधियानवी पर आयोजित सत्र ‘पल दो पल का शायर हूं’ में गीतकार जावेद अख्तर ने कहा कि अपनी कविताओं के जरिये सच्चाई बयां करने और सही बात के लिए लड़ते समय कई बार उग्र रवैये के लिए पहचाने जाने वाले साहिर असल जिदगी में बिल्कुल विपरीत थे।
Live Hindustan 14 December 2019
हर्षदीप के सूफी गीतों पर झूमे दर्शक
जश्न-ए-रेख्ता के दौरान गुरुनानकदेव की 550वीं जयंती, महात्मा गांधी की 150वीं जयंती और मिर्जा गालिब की 150वीं पुण्यतिथि मनाई जाएगी।
Live Hindustan 15 December 2019
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता में बोले जावेद अख्तर, बदलाव से इंकलाब होगा
दुनिया में किसी कविता और गजल ने इंकलाब नहीं किया है। ये सिर्फ नारे हैं, जिनका इस्तेमाल किया जा सकता है। इंकलाब परिवर्तन से होगा, जिसके लिए जोश और कोशिश होनी चाहिए।
Live Hindustan 8 December 2019
दिल्लीवालों पर छाएगी उर्दू की खुमारी, 13 दिसंबर से शुरू होगा जश्न-ए-रेख्ता
हिदुस्तानी भाषा को समर्पित मशहूर उत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख्ता का आगाज नई दिल्ली स्थित मेजर ध्यानचंद स्टेडियम में 13 दिसंबर से शुरू होगा, जो तीन दिनों तक चलेगा।
News 18 25 November 2019
कब से शुरू हो रहा है जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता, जानें इस बार क्या होगा ख़ास
रेख़्ता बजार में हाथ से बने पुराने जमाने की कलाकृतियां, सामानों की भी खरीद फरोख्त होगी. साथ ही अगर आप किताबों के शौक़ीन हैं तो बता दें कि यहां पर बुक फेयर भी लगता है. यहां Aiwan-i-Zaiqa पर लजीज पकवानों का भी आप लुत्फ़ उठा सकते हैं.
Times of India 18 December 2019
Javed Akhtar: Sad that Sahir Ludhianvi’s ‘Jinhe Naaz Hai Hind Par Woh Kahan Hain’ is still relevant today
At the recently Jashn-e-Rekhta festival, Javed Akhtar discussed the life and work of Sahir Ludhianvi in a session titled ‘Main Pal Do Pal Ka Shayar Hoon’.
The Wire 21 February 2017
हम ज़बान की ख़िदमत कर रहे हैं, इसका सियासत और मज़हब से कोई लेना-देना नहीं
उर्दू है जिसका नाम हमीं जानते हैं दाग़, हिन्दोस्तां में धूम हमारी ज़बां की है, दाग़ देहलवी का ये शेर उर्दू ज़बां से प्यार करने वालों को बेहद अज़ीज़ है. किसी भाषा से प्रेम की मिसाल देखनी हो तो उर्दू और उसके चाहने वालों का नाम शायद सबसे ऊपर आएगा.
Millenium Post 24 December 2019
Art from the heart
Indian artsist Wajid Khan, who specialises in carving canvas with nails, recently showcased the art form of Urdu talisman Ghalib Mirza at the much-popular Urdu Literature Festival, ‘Jashn-e-rekhta’ 2019.
Millenium Post 13 December 2019
Jashn-e-Rekhta to highlight women’s role in arts
The festival will begin on December 13 with a performance by Harshdeep Kaur and conclude on December 15 with Jaspinder Narula’s performance.
The Indian Express 13 December 2019
A language has to reach people
In its sixth edition, Jashn-e-Rekhta will celebrate the richness of Urdu
Dainik Bhaskar 23 November 2022
जश्न-ए-रेख्ता : 3 साल बाद सातवें संस्करण के साथ होगी दिल्ली में वापसी
हिंदुस्तानी संस्कृति का महोत्सव जश्न-ए-रेख्ता तीन साल के महामारी विराम के बाद दिल्ली के धरातल पर फिर से लौट रहा है। पिछली बार यह आयोजन दिसंबर 2019 में हुआ था।
News 18 Hindi 22 November 2022
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता: 2 दिसंबर से दिल्ली में जुटेंगे जावेद अख़्तर, नसीरूद्दीन शाह और कुमार विश्वास जैसे फनकार
हिंदुस्तानी तहज़ीब के इस जश्न का आगाज़ 2 दिसम्बर की शाम को जावेद अख़्तर करेंगे. इसके बाद सुरों के सरताज हरिहरन गज़ल सराई से समा बांधेंगे. कार्यक्रम का समापन 4 दिसम्बर की शाम को मशहूर गायिका ऋचा शर्मा के सूफ़ी संगीत के साथ होगा.
Business World 18 November 2022
The Largest Urdu Language Fest ‘Jashn-E-Rekhta’ Is Back In The Capital City
In a three-day fest from December 2nd to 4th, over two lakh visitors are expected
Outlook India 18 November 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta Set To Be Back For Its 7th Edition: All You Need To Know
The three-day festival is organized annually in Delhi under the aegis of the Rekhta Foundation
The Print 17 November 2022
`Jashn-e-Rekhta` to return after gap of three years
“I am delighted that the 7th edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022 is being held after a period of three full years. I invite one and all to join us as we celebrate our cultural heritage and oneness and make the Jashn an unforgettable experience,” Sanjiv Saraf, founder of Rekhta Foundation, told PTI.
Rediff 17 November 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta’ festival to be held in Delhi from Dec 2
Spread across three days, with more than 150 artistes, the festival will see ghazals, sufi music, qawwali, dastangoi, panel discussions, mushaira, and poetry recitations.
Nyoooz 17 November 2022
“Jashn-e-Rekhta” to return after three years
It was last celebrated in December 2019 after which COVID disrupted life as we know it.
Times of India 20 January 2023
Poetry, music and stories galore at Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022
From Shilpa Rao and Hariharan’s melodious renditions to poetic discussions with Javed Akhtar, Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi and more, here’s what the festival that celebrates Urdu had to offer in its seventh edition
Awaz The Voice 22 January 2023
How Urdu united two Japanese friends in matrimony
Jashn-e-Rekhta rekindled their love for Urdu, a language that forged their friendship and united them in matrimony.
Bangkok Post 8 January 2023
Ancient poetry draws stadium crowds
“In our effort to get on the gravy train, we left a lot behind on the platform,” Javed Akhtar, a prominent poet and lyricist, said at the festival.
Festivals From India 6 January 2023
Festivals to look forward to in 2022
Gather your friends and family and get ready to share experiences and make memories for a lifetime.
DW Asia_Twitter 9 December 2022
Urdu-language literary festival draws crowds in India
After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Urdu-language literary festival “Jashn-e-Rekhta” is back in Delhi.
The Indian Express 2 December 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta returns: Poetry as the language of love
With celebrity conversations, master classes with poets on ghazal-writing and appreciation workshops on Hindustani languages, the seventh edition speaks to a new generation, says Sanjiv Saraf, founder, Rekhta Foundation
Times of India 13 December 2022
Naseeruddin Shah: I’d like to play Ghalib again
Naseeruddin Shah at Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022 opened up about how Ghalib introduced him to Urdu Poetry.
Outlook Traveller 17 November 2022
Jashn-e-Rekhta Set To Be Back For Its 7th Edition: All You Need To Know
The festival has drawn more than 1,50,000 visitors in the past.
News 18 29 November 2022
ऋचा शर्मा, हरिहरन और प्रतिभा बघेल के सुरों से गुलजार होंगी ‘जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता’ की शाम
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता में भारतीय फिल्मों के मशहूर पार्श्वगायक और गज़ल गायक हरिहरन गीत और गज़ल प्रस्तुत करेंगे.
Times of India 30 November 2022
Delhi: Over 50 sessions of qawwalis, ghazals, poetry & more at Jashn-e-Rekhta 2022
Talking about the event, Saraf said, “We have interesting speakers & events such as an Urdu play on Lord Ram’s life. There is food and merchandise too.”
21 December 2022
A packed festival calendar
While some festivals went digital in the last two years, others went on a hiatus. This year, they’ve all returned
Navjeevan 5 December 2022
अज्ञानता और अफवाहों के अंधेरे को सूरज की किरन की तरह खत्म करने का उत्सव था जश्न-ए-रेख्ता
जश्न-ए-रेख्ता जहां उर्दू जुबान का जश्न था तो वहीं समाज के हर धर्म और हर तबके को एक मंच पर लाने का जरिया भी साबित हुआ।
Whats Hot 4 July 2022
Jashn-E-Rekhta Has Finally Announced Its Dates For Its 7th Edition In Delhi This Year!
Jashn-e-Rekhta celebrates Urdu and its culture through a three-day festival!
News 18 21 November 2022
जश्न-ए-रेख़्ता: 2 दिसंबर से दिल्ली में जुटेंगे जावेद अख़्तर, नसीरूद्दीन शाह और कुमार विश्वास जैसे फनकार
हिंदुस्तानी तहज़ीब के इस जश्न का आगाज़ 2 दिसम्बर की शाम को जावेद अख़्तर करेंगे.
Financial Express 20 March 2022
Spreading the word: A look at some important literature festivals across India
Literature festivals are important destinations where conversations are stirred and prominent works of literature discussed.
Mentza_Twitter 11 March 2022
“Once there is fulfillment, the separation of lovers is inevitable”- Sanjiv Saraf
Media India Group 08 March 2021
Mushaira: Poetry, tradition & literary legacy
As the poets complain of the fading mushaira culture in India, Rekhta Foundation, a Delhi based organisation has been working actively with the objective of promoting and disseminating Urdu literature, especially Urdu poetry to an audience beyond those conversant with the Urdu script.
HT City/ Hindustan Times 27 December 2020
Jashn-e-Rekhta cancels annual event in light of Covid-19 pandemic
Late Christmas eve, Rekhta Foundation announced the cancellation of what would have been the seventh edition of Jashn-e-Rekhta, a three-day festival celebrating Urdu language held annually in December in Delhi.
New York Times 18 December 2022
Where Romantic Poetry in a Fading Language Draws Stadium Crowds
Jashn-e-Rekhta: That 300,000 people celebrated Urdu verse during a three-day festival was a testament to the particular reality of the language in India.
Khaleej Times 21 December 2022
Heartfelt odes to a fading language of love
Poetry lovers also took to the footpaths and the spaces in between, turning them into impromptu open-mic platforms.
CINEINK_YouTube 12 September 2019
Jashn e Rekhta is the world’s largest Urdu Festival: Sanjiv Saraf on his vision for Urdu & Hindi
Sanjiv Saraf, the man behind Rekhta Foundation, a hub of Urdu related activities in Delhi, says rekhta.org has become now the largest website of Urdu content in the world, having regular users from 175 countries.
India Narrative 22 June 2023
Defying prophecy of doom, Urdu is blooming in India
World’s largest collection of Urdu shayari, poetry & poets has one web address – Rekhta.
Zee Salaam 20 May 2023
Majaz Lakhnawi: कान्स फिल्म समारोह में शायर मजाज़ लखनवी की बायोपिक का प्रदर्शन
कान्स मार्चे डू फिल्म 2023 में उर्दू अदब के मशहूर शायर मजाज लखनवी पर फिल्म ‘मजाजः ए लाइफ इन पोएट्री’ दिखाई गई. इस फिल्म का निर्माण रेख्ता फाउंडेशन ने किया है
Times of India 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023. “Majaz: A Life in Poetry
The Print Hindi 20 May 2023
उर्दू शायर मजाज लखनवी पर बनी फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव-2023’ में दिखाई गई
कान, 20 मई (भाषा) उर्दू कवि मजाज लखनवी के जीवन और समय पर आधारित एक फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव 2023’ की भारतीय प्रविष्टियों में शामिल है।
The New Indian Express 21 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
Ghazal singer Amrish Mishra, in his first acting assignment, plays Majaz in the film, which sees the poet’s life is seen through the eyes of a research scholar.
Republic World 21 May 2023
Film On Urdu Poet Majaz Lakhnawi Screened At Cannes Marche Du Film 2023
Majaz: A Life in Poetry, written and directed by Huma Khalil, was screened at Cannes on May 20. The two-hour film is the first in the series.
PTI 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023. “Majaz: A Life in Poetry”
News Drum 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023. “Majaz: A Life in Poetry
LatestLY 20 May 2023
Entertainment News | Film on Urdu Poet Majaz Lakhnawi Screened at Cannes Marche Du Film 2023
A new film on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is among the Indian entries at the Cannes Marche du Film 2023.
Janta se Rishta 21 May 2023
उर्दू शायर मजाज लखनवी पर बनी फिल्म कांन्स मार्चे डू फिल्म 2023 में दिखाई गई
हुमा खलील द्वारा लिखित और निर्देशित ‘मजाज: ए लाइफ इन पोएट्री’ का शनिवार को यहां प्रदर्शन किया गया।
IBC24 20 May 2023
उर्दू शायर मजाज लखनवी पर बनी फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव-2023’ में दिखाई गई
कान, 20 मई (भाषा) उर्दू कवि मजाज लखनवी के जीवन और समय पर आधारित एक फिल्म ‘कान फिल्म महोत्सव 2023’ की भारतीय प्रविष्टियों में शामिल है।
East Coast Daily 22 May 2023
Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
New film based on the life and times of Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi is one of India’s submissions to the Cannes Marche du Film 2023.
Devdiscourse 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
Huma Khalil says, “What drew me to Majaz is the fact that he was the first Urdu poet to speak of women as equals and not just for their beauty and charm.”
Deccan Herald 20 May 2023
Film on Urdu poet Majaz Lakhnawi screened at Cannes Marche du Film 2023
‘Majaz: A Life in Poetry’, written and directed by Huma Khalil, was screened on Saturday
Bolly Inside 21 May 2023
Cannes Marche Du Film 2023 Showcases Film Based on Urdu Poet Majaz Lakhnawi in the Entertainment News
The film is the first in a series that will use the audiovisual medium to tell stories about poets and writers who contributed to the growth of the Urdu language.
Outlook Hindi 1 April 2023
आवरण कथा/सोशल मीडिया: लोकप्रिय बनाम अदबी शायरी
www.rekhta.org ने इस धारणा को चरम पर पहुंचा दिया कि अच्छी और प्रतिनिधि शायरी वह है जिससे आनंद उठाने के लिए लिपि का जानना जरूरी नहीं, उर्दू शायरी को रोमन या देवनागरी में भी पढ़ा-समझा और सराहा जा सकता है।
Outlook Hindi 16 April 2023
इंटरव्यू – संजीव सराफ : ‘‘विदेश में भी होगा जश्न ए रेख्ता का उत्सव”
आज हर किसी के फोन तक उर्दू शायरी की पहुंच है। लोग उर्दू शायरी को वाट्सएप स्टेटस पर शेयर करने से लेकर उस पर इंस्टाग्राम रील्स और यूट्यूब शॉर्ट्स बना रहे हैं।
Outlook Hindi 1 April 2023
आवरण कथा/नजरिया: उर्दू दिलों को जोड़ती है
आज भी जो उर्दू भाषा का रंग है, हुस्न है, मोहब्बत है, वह किसी साहित्यिक संस्था के कारण नहीं है
Forbes 10 March 2023
Sanjiv Saraf: A saviour of languages
By setting up Rekhta Foundation, a not-for-profit, businessman Sanjiv Saraf has played a pivotal role in the revival of Urdu in the past decade
Indiaeducationdiary.com 17 February 2021
‘Guftugu’ To Continue The Art Of Unhurried Interviews
The longest running personality based talk show ‘Guftugu’ is all set to return on a new screen with its exclusive premiere on Rekhta Foundation’s YouTube channel @jashnerekhtaofficial from 21st February 2021 onwards, with new episode to be streamed every Sunday at 10pm.
HT City 11 October 2021
A poetic tribute to Ghalib
For Delhi’s former LG Najeeb Jung ,a dream he lived with for 50 years came true with the recent launch of his book Deewaan-e-Ghalib: Sariir-e-Khaama ,a translation and compilation of Ghalib’s Urdu kalaam to English.
The Quint 3 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature, 90,000 titles digitised in 6 years
“Without archiving, an ageless language with its long due recognition and respect would have died long ago, depriving our future generations from cherishing the rich heritage of Urdu,” -Sanjiv Saraf
The Indian Express 28 April 2019
As times get tougher, Urdu publishers find it increasingly tough to stay afloat
Rekhta, a non-profit organisation, has revived interest in the language among young and old Indians, who have begun to bond over Urdu. Besides, it has a large collection of Urdu e-books including some rare texts.
The New Indian Express 9 November 2019
Ummeed for Urdu
In October, Rekhta Foundation of the famed Jashn-e-Rekhta of Delhi organised Shaam-e-Rekhta at Jawahar Bal Bhavan, Public Gardens which brought together ‘Nasr Goi’ and ‘Mushaira’.
The New Indian Express 3 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature, 90,000 titles digitised in six years
The 90,000 e-books – a staggering 19 million pages – are classified into diverse categories including children’s literature, banned books, diaries and translations and can then be accessed by people.
Republic 4 December 2019
Urdu Literature Receives A Boost As Over 90 Thousand Titles Digitised In 6 Years
Saraf’s e-book portal ‘rekhta.org’ documents 90,000 Urdu literary pieces in the quest for conserving rich heritage to make it available to the future generation
Times of India 19 May 2019
A Pak techie is trying to revive Punjabi poetry
Inspired by what Rekhta has done for Urdu in India, Sohail Abid has set up a platform to digitise works of legendary poets like Bulle Shah and Baba Farid
The Indian Express 27 December 2019
Urdu and the young poets
It is not past that’s on the young Urdu poets’ minds; it’s the future. They reflect on the state of the nation, talk of lighting candles amid darkness.
The Siasat Daily 4 December 2019
Rekhta claims digitising 90,000 Urdu titles
Rekhta.org portal also offers a collection of ‘shers’ and ‘shayaris’ and an essential collection of iconic poets, all this for free!
Devdiscourse 8 October 2019
Finding rhyme and verse with Qaafiya Dictionary, first online Urdu poetry tool
The dictionary, which is available on the official Rekhta website and went online in August, is the world’s first online Urdu rhyming dictionary, claims the Rekhta Foundation, dedicated to the promotion of the language.
The Week 8 October 2019
Finding rhyme and verse with Qaafiya Dictionary first online Urdu poetry tool
Aspiring English poets have multiple online resources telling them how to write a sonnet, haiku or limerick but those aspiring to pen Urdu verse have just the Qaafiya Dictionary to help them write a poem that qualifies to be a ‘ghazal’ by finding the right rhyming words.
NDTV 8 October 2019
Finding Rhyme And Verse With Qaafiya Dictionary, First Online Urdu Poetry Tool
The dictionary, which is available on the official Rekhta website and went online in August, is the world’s first online Urdu rhyming dictionary.
The New Indian Express 8 October 2019
Finding rhyme and verse with Rekhta Foundation’s Qaafiya Dictionary, first online Urdu poetry tool
Vishal Bhardwaj, filmmaker, music composer and frequent dabbler in verse, said he often wondered when Urdu would have its own rhyming library’.
Daijiworld.com 3 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature, 90,000 titles digitised in 6 years
Some 90,000 titles in Urdu – including the Mahabharata and the Quran, as also autobiographies, fiction, travelogues, translations, manuscripts and pop magazines – have been digitised and made available online.
Ummid.com 3 December 2019
Rekhta claims digitising 90,000 Urdu titles
The project has been running successfully in its attempt to virtually reincarnate Urdu literature
The Sentinel 5 December 2019
A virtual Urdu library for free
Rekhta’s virtual library where some 90,000 titles in Urdu have been digitised and made available on an internet portal for academicians, scholars and researchers to benefit from.
Millenium Post 5 December 2019
Leg up for Urdu literature
90,000 e-books are classified into diverse categories which can be accessed by students, scholars, researchers, litterateurs of the language anytime from around the world
Counter Currents 17 February 2023
Poetry needs to be recited, not just read
Sanjiv Saraf started Rekhta.org to make Urdu poems accessible by presenting each in three different scripts: in the original Urdu; in Devanagari, the script of Hindi; and in English transliteration. Readers could click on any word to get a pop-up of its meaning.
The Wire 19 February 2023
Remembering Amjad Islam Amjad, the Poet of Love and Danger
Amjad was a poet, dramatist, columnist, translator and travelogue writer. With his poetry’s focus firmly on love, it was always interesting how Amjad negotiated the idea of nation.
The Wire 21 February 2017
हम ज़बान की ख़िदमत कर रहे हैं, इसका सियासत और मज़हब से कोई लेना-देना नहीं
उर्दू है जिसका नाम हमीं जानते हैं दाग़, हिन्दोस्तां में धूम हमारी ज़बां की है, दाग़ देहलवी का ये शेर उर्दू ज़बां से प्यार करने वालों को बेहद अज़ीज़ है. किसी भाषा से प्रेम की मिसाल देखनी हो तो उर्दू और उसके चाहने वालों का नाम शायद सबसे ऊपर आएगा.
The Tribune 22 January 2023
10 years of Rekhta
What began as a hobby project is the largest online repository of Urdu literature.
Punjab Kesari 29 September 2022
रेख्ता फाउंडेशन के अंजस महोत्सव में राजस्थान की विरासत, परंपरा का जश्न
अंजस महोत्सव में प्रसिद्ध गायिका इला अरुण, उस्ताद अनवर खान मंगनियार, मामे खान, और मुख्तियार अली, राजस्थानी कवि अर्जुन देव चरण, मधु आचार्य, ऐदन सिंह भाटी, और चंद्र प्रकाश देवल सहित लोक कलाकार, शिल्पकार और साहित्यकार भाग लेंगे।
Hindustan Express _Urdu 2 June 2021
Urdu ko aasaani se samajhne ke liye Rekhta Foundation ki jaanib se online Rekhta lughat ki peshkash
freepressjournal.in 24 June 2021
Scripting flourishes: How Urdu is blossoming in these turbulent times
Dawn 26 June 2022
POETRY: THE GENIUS OF MIR TAQI MIR
Mir Taqi Mir (1722-1810), known by the mononym ‘Mir’, remains a towering figure in Urdu literature and distinguished scholar Gopi Chand Narang, who passed away on June 15, considers him “Urdu’s first complete poet.”
News Room 16 June 2022
Great Urdu scholar Gopi Chand Narang passes away at 91
Prof Narang has received both Padma Bhushan in India and Sitara-i-Imtiaz in Pakistan.
The Wire 15 June 2022
“Eminent Urdu Scholar Gopi Chand Narang Passes Away at 91 “
We are saddened to inform you all about the demise of one of the most respected Urdu critics, theorists and linguists Prof. Gopi Chand Narang. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones- Rekhta
Financial Express 21 May 2022
Story series ‘Kahani Train’ to reach over 1 lakh children in summer, 2022
KAHANI TRAIN is an innovative initiative to engage young children with language and literacy.
ANI 20 May 2022
“Hindi story series ‘Kahani Train’ to reach over 1 lakh children in summer, 2022 A story a day for better literacy”
“With this initiative Rekhta is venturing into the intriguing world of children”- Sanjiv Saraf
Nayi Dhara 22 May 2022
Hindi story series ‘Kahani Train’ to reach over 1 lakh children in summer, 2022 A story a day for better literacy
Nayi Dhara, one of India’s oldest Hindi literary magazines, in collaboration with Pratham Education Foundation and Rekhta Foundation, has produced a series of audio stories for children, KAHANI TRAIN.
Pashyantee Talks 26 May 2022
“Pashyantee Talks: Rekhta founder Sanjiv Saraf in Conversation with Tarika Prabhakar”
A candid talk with ace industrialist and Urdu connoisseur Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of the dynamic and revolutionary platform Rekhta, which has become synonymous with the contemporary Urdu world.
Outlook 14 May 2022
Hate Speech And The Language That Speaks Of Love: An Ode To Urdu
Rekhta has been organising Urdu literary events, including Mushaira, Nashist, Baitbaazi, promotion of young poets, and ghazal, which has successfully managed to create interest in Urdu literature across the country.
The Week 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi is dead
Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of Urdu festival Jashn-e-Rekhta, also condoled the death of “the century’s most iconic figure in the realm of Urdu literature”.
The Pioneer 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi is dead
The Padma Shri poet was discharged from a hospital in Delhi on November 23 after recovering from coronavirus.
The Tribune 25 December 2020
Month after recovering from Covid, Urdu poet Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies
“He had been insisting to go back to his home in Allahabad. We reached here only this morning and within half an hour he passed away at around 11,” Faruqi’s nephew and writer Mahmood Farooqui told PTI.
News18 Online 25 December 2020
Renowned Urdu Poet and Critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi Dies at 85
Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of Urdu festival Jashn-e-Rekhta, also condoled the death of “the century’s most iconic figure in the realm of Urdu literature”.
The Print 25 December 2020
Urdu poet Shamsur Rahman Faruqi passes away month after recovering from Covid
The 85-year-old Padma Shri poet is credited to have revived ‘Dastangoi’, a 16th century Urdu oral storytelling art form.
NewsBytes 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi passes away
“He had been insisting on going back to his home in Allahabad. We reached here only this morning and within half an hour he passed away at around 11,” Faruqi’s nephew and writer Mahmood Farooqui told PTI.
The Mint 25 December 2020
Iconic Urdu writer and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies at 85
Anglophone readers’ got a glimpse of the Urdu writer’s greatness through his 2013 novel ‘The Mirror of Beauty’
Greater Kashmir 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi is dead
Born on September 30, 1935, in Uttar Pradesh, Faruqi is credited to have revived “Dastangoi”, a 16th century Urdu oral storytelling art form.
The New Indian Express 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi passes away
The Padma Shri poet was discharged from a hospital in Delhi on November 23 after recovering from coronavirus.
The Wire 25 December 2020
Legendary Urdu Poet and Critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi Passes Away
The Padma Shri poet had been discharged from a hospital in Delhi on November 23 after recovering from COVID-19.
Times of India 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
The Times Bureau 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
KoiMoi.com 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
The book Javed Akhtar launched was by industrialist Sanjiv Saraf and it is titled ‘Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry’.
Indiatimes.com 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
“My memories are of my time in the Rajya Sabha, where I made an effort to see that the government and the opposition got united to change the laws of the country, and they did,” he said talking about the memories from the capital of nation – Delhi.
HenryClubs.com 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
TeluguStop.com 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
Mangalorean 31 March 2022
Javed Akhtar recalls how Cong, BJP worked unitedly on copyright law
Lyricist, poet and one-half of Bollywood’s famous Salim-Javed scriptwriter duo, Javed Akhtar, on Wednesday recalled his time in the Rajya Sabha and how the Congress, then in power at the Centre, and the BJP worked together to pass the amendments to the Copyright Act of 1957 that he was championing then.
GlamSham.com 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar recalls how Cong, BJP worked unitedly on copyright law
Saraf is the founder of the Rekhta Foundation, a non-profit organisation working to preserve and promote Urdu language and literature.
FilmyPost24 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Remembers How Congress and BJP Labored Unitedly on Passing the Copyright Act of 1957
On Rekhta, Akhtar mentioned that due to it, the artwork of ‘shayari’ had gained momentum.
Daijiworld.com 30 March 2022
Javed Akhtar recalls how Cong, BJP worked unitedly on copyright law
Praising the book, which contains English translations by Saraf of Urdu romantic poetry, Akhtar said: “It is a work of great competence.
The Pioneer 07 August 2021
Preserving our Heritage
With his book, Nava-e-Sarosh, Sanjiv Saraf, founder of Jashn-e-Rekhta festival, furthers his passion for Urdu poetry. He tells Christy Varghese that every regional language could use something like his initiative
ABP Live 20 March 2022
Javed Akhtar Recalls How Congress, BJP Worked Unitedly On Copyright Law
The book Akhtar launched was by industrialist Sanjiv Saraf and it is titled ‘Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry’.
Mid-Day Twitter 18 July 2021
Urdu is always in the air for Indians, you just have to feel its tranquillising presence
Mid Day 18 July 2021
Urdu is always in the air for Indians, you just have to feel its tranquillising presence
Rekhta Foundation recently launched a trilingual online dictionary to help people learn Urdu. Its founder, Sanjiv Saraf talks about how all Indians are in some way connected with Urdu’s cultural heritage and shares plans for this and upcoming dictionaries
Free Press Journal 17 July 2021
From Clubhouse to Twitter Spaces: Audio platforms are offering a break from video overdose amid the pandemic
On June 26, Rekhta Foundation, a non-profit organisation operating the world’s largest website and resource for Urdu/Hindustani poetry and literature, held its first-ever mushaira on Clubhouse, an invite-only audio app that was first rolled out for iOS and made its debut on Android on May 21.
Gandhi Smriti and Gandhi Darshan, New Delhi_Twitter 6 March 2022
Shri Vijay Goel welcomed and felicitated Mr Sanjiv Saraf
Vijay Goel_Twitter 6 March 2022
Vice Chairman, GSDS, Shri Vijay Goel welcomed and felicitated Mr Sanjiv Saraf founder Chairman of PET films & @Rekhta in Gandhi Smriti.
ABP Live (YouTube) 12 March 2022
सिनेमा में अभद्र भाषा के इस्तेमाल पर आप क्या कहते हैं?
Sanjiv Saraf with ABP LIVE
Dawn 29 January 2022
On literary journals
THIS is with reference to the article ‘Urdu’s literary magazines surviving against all odds’ (Jan 24).
Boom Live 31 December 2021
Akbar Allahabadi, Not Prayagraji: Urdu Poet Who Fought Powers With Satire
The legendary poet’s name came into headlines early this week after it was ‘mistakenly’ changed to Prayagraji.
The Times of Israel 31 October 2021
Chasing the Covid Blues Away with Ghazals
At the flick of a button, one can choose to read them at REKHTA in any of the three scripts – Persian, Devanagari, or Roman, for easy access.
Hindustan Times 16 October 2021
Delhiwale: An actor on life’s stage
Glimpsing into an e-book scanner’s dreams
Daily Times 18 September 2021
Online global dialogue on prominent Pakistani writers organised
Arts Council President Mohammad Ahmed Shah, Aamer Hussain from England, Shahida Hassan from Canada and Nasir Abbas from Lahore were the speakers
Tribune PK 25 April 2021
Opening Urdu to the world
Presented recently as a test version this is an Urdu dictionary, first of its kind, that provides meanings of Urdu words in Urdu, Hindi and English.
Daily Excelsior 12 September 2021
The Ghazal Queen of India
Rekhta Foundation, instituted in 2012 as the leading public charitable trust to promote Urdu language, literature and culture, describes Dr Radhika Chopra as “the leading exponent of Ghazal singing in India”.
Media India Group 08 March 2021
Mushaira: Poetry, tradition & literary legacy
As the poets complain of the fading mushaira culture in India, Rekhta Foundation, a Delhi based organisation has been working actively with the objective of promoting and disseminating Urdu literature, especially Urdu poetry to an audience beyond those conversant with the Urdu script.
New Indian Express 01 March 2021
Second innings: Guftugu host Syed Mohd Irfan returns to fold with Rekhta Foundation
As popular show Guftagoo takes a leap from Rajya Sabha TV to Rekhta Foundation, its well-known host Syed Mohd Irfan talks about his second innings.
ScoopWhoop 04 March 2021
Sirf Irrfan Kar Sakta Tha’: Jaideep Ahlawat Is All Of Us Reminiscing About The Genius Of Irrfan Khan
Recently, during an interview (Guftugu With Jaideep Ahlawat), organized by Jashn-e-Rekhta, Ahlawat spoke about his period of struggle, the difference between theatre and cinema, and actors who inspired him.
Hindustan Times 25 January 2021
Poetry lovers rejoice, here’s something to bring back your rhythm!
Shaam-e-Rekhta aims to celebrate the prominence and lasting impact of Urdu poetry.
The Express tribune 07 December 2020
Urdu world at a loss of words as Shamim Hanafi passes away
Rekhta’s official Twitter handle revealed the unfortunate news last night. “We are saddened to inform you all about the demise of one of the most respected literary critics, playwrights and poets Prof Shamim Hanfi,” it announced. “We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. #Rip“
Tribune India 25 December 2020
Month after recovering from Covid, Urdu poet Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies
“His demise has left us bereaved as an entire generation of literature lovers mourn this loss. I extend heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones,” Saraf said. PTI
Mint Lounge 25 December 2020
Iconic Urdu writer and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies at 85
Anglophone readers’ got a glimpse of the Urdu writer’s greatness through his 2013 novel ‘The Mirror of Beauty’
Hindustan Times 25 December 2020
Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies of Covid-19 at 85
Sanjiv Saraf, the founder of Urdu festival Jashn-e-Rekhta, also condoled the death of “the century’s most iconic figure in the realm of Urdu literature”.
The Indian Express 31 December 2020
2020: When public events came home through online platforms
To Sanjiv Saraf, founder of Rekhta Foundation, going online seemed like the “best option” at a time when finding art on OTT platforms is the new normal.
The New Indian Express (Source PTI) 30 December 2020
‘Zoom weddings’ to virtual exhibitions: Public events came home through online platforms in 2020
“Of late, entertainment and art have certainly been caged within four walls and finding art within an app or on OTT platform is the new normal. Within the prevailing situation, this is the best option,” Saraf said.
Hindustan Times (PTI) 26 August 2020
Rekhta: From Amir Khusrau to Mirza Ghalib, Sanjiv Saraf’s initiative is saving India’s Urdu heritage, one book at a time
Childhood memories of listening to ghazals on vinyl records kindled love for the language. And then, as he grew up, the strong urge to read the masters of Urdu poetry in the original script inspired Saraf to start learning the ‘rasm ul-khat’ (Urdu script).
Times of India (PTI) 28 August 2020
Saving India’s Urdu heritage, one book at a time
The mission that began in 2012 with the love for Urdu poetry culminated in July with the Rekhta Foundation digitising a colossal 1,00,000 books.
Hindustan Times 27 August 2020
Firaq Gorakhpuri 124th birth anniversary: Immortal couplets on love and life by the legendary Urdu poet
Remembering the Padma Bhushan awardee with some of his Urdu couplets on love and life that are still relevant in 2020
Indian Express 12 August 2020
Gulzar mourns the demise of Rahat Indori: ‘It is an unquantifiable loss’
Noted lyricist-poet Gulzar said the death of Urdu poet Rahat Indori, who passed away following a heart attack on Tuesday, is a loss which cannot be quantified.
Edex Live 5 January 2021
Hindi poetry flows straight from the heart of this 27-year-old Hyderabadi. This is how she charms with words
Hindustan Times 13 August 2020
Rahat Indori’s demise: Poetic tributes pour in from students, followers
Poet Rahat Indori passed away on Tuesday, after testing Covid-19 positive a day before.
Hindustan Times 16 May 2022
Mirza Ghalib 223rd birth anniversary: 20 couplets by the Mughal era Urdu poet that capture the pathos of love
FirstPost 7 November 2020
As Guftagoo goes off air on Rajya Sabha TV, host Irfan weighs in on its historic run and state of film journalism today
This interview was first published days after it was announced that Gufatgoo will go off air on Rajya Sabha TV, on 11 October. It is being republished in view of Rekhta Foundation acquiring the show.
Mid Day 22 January 2021
5 Poetry platforms you need to check out
With a global readership spanning over 150 countries, Rekhta is among the most widely read and appreciated websites promoting Urdu literature.
Mid Day 18 January 2022
Summing up 2021: Seven people from different walks of life pick out their own ‘word of the year’
“Everything is possible in India. Unity is all we need.” – Sanjiv Saraf, founder, Rekhta Foundation
Mid Day 28 January 2021
Hazaaron khwaishein aisi
In recent times it’s undoubtedly businessman and cultural entrepreneur Sanjiv Saraf, who has played a key role.
The New Indian Express 15 November 2021
Safekeeping Urdu depends on the next generation’s zeal to embrace it
Urdu scholars discuss how the revival and preservation of the language depends on the next generation’s zeal to embrace it.
News Summed Up 1 November 2021
Fabindia and Urdu a semantic fallout: Why words without thoughts fail
The phenomenal success of ‘Rekhta’ an online portal dedicated to Urdu and its massively popular annual festival ‘Jashn-e-Rekhta’ doesn’t just celebrate Urdu but the language of iconic poets this country has produced.
Business World 14 December 2022
Sponsors Still Shy Away From Supporting Urdu Language Events: Satish Gupta
Jashn-e-Rekhta is a democratic, inclusive and free festival and all of the audience is not Urdu speaking.
THE TIMES OF INDIA 21st May 2021
Tarannum Riyaz: Urdu poet Tarannum Riyaz dies of Covid
MID-DAY MUMBAI 28th November 2021
Rekhta: Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi
HINDUSTAN TIMES 15th February 2022
Rekhta: 153 years of Ghalib: An ode to his legacy, way with words
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Aaj Tak 12 June 2023
उपन्यास ‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ को प्रथम ‘बैंक ऑफ़ बड़ौदा राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान’; लेखक, अनुवादक को मिले 21 लाख और 15 लाख रुपए
प्रथम ‘बैंक ऑफ़ बड़ौदा राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान’ में उर्दू से हिंदी में अनूदित उपन्यासों की धूम रही. पहला सम्मान जहां उर्दू उपन्यास ‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ के लेखक मोहसिन खान और हिंदी अनुवादक सईद अहमद को दिया गया. वहीं सम्मान के लिए चुनी गई अंतिम 6 कृतियों में उर्दू भाषा की 3 कृतियां शामिल हैं.
APN News 12 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana wins the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Mohsin Khan, the author of the Urdu novel and Saeed Ahmad, the translator of the book in Hindi, won the award for the novel Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana.
Awaz The Voice 12 June 2023
मोहसिन खान की किताब अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना को मिला बैंक ऑफ बड़ौदा का राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान, सईद अहमद हैं अनुवादक
हिंदी में अनुवाद के क्षेत्र में सबसे बड़े पुरस्कार की घोषणा हो गई है. रविवार को बैंक ऑफ बड़ौदा राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान के विजेता के रूप में मोहसिन खान की किताब अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना के इसी नाम के हिंदी अनुवाद को यह पुरस्कार दिया गया. इस उर्दू उपन्यास का अनुवाद सईद अहमद ने किया है.
City Air News 12 June 2023
The ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ has been established to acknowledge and celebrate acclaimed novels published in different Indian languages and their translated and published Hindi versions.
Further, five novels – Abhipreta Kaala, Cheeni Kothi, Ghar Palano Chhele, Nadeesht and Nemat Khana received the runners up prize at this year’s edition.
Global Prime News 11 June 2023
BoB Announces ‘Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana’ as the Winner of ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
The ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ has been established to acknowledge and celebrate acclaimed novels published in different Indian languages and their translated and published Hindi versions.
IND Today 12 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana Wins The ‘Bank Of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector bank, today announced the winner of the first edition of the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023.
News 18 Hindi 12 June 2023
‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ को 36 लाख रुपये का पुरस्कार, उर्दू लेखक मोहसिन खान को मिला ‘राष्ट्रभाषा सम्मान’
हिंदी साहित्य में अनुवाद की दुनिया में अब तक की सबसे बड़ी नकद राशि का पुरस्कार उर्दू के मशहूर लेखक मोहसिन खान को मिला है. उनके उपन्यास ‘अल्लाह मियां का कारखाना’ के हिंदी अनुवाद को इस सम्मान के लिए चुना गया.
Orissa Diary 12 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana Wins The ‘Bank Of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Mohsin Khan, the author of the Urdu novel and Saeed Ahmad, the translator of the book in Hindi, won the award for the novel Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana.
Pipa News 12 June 2023
Urdu novel allah miyan ka karkhana by mohsin khan gets bank of baroda rashtrabhasha samman | rekhta publication
Published in association with Rekhta Publications and Raj Kamal Prakashan, this book attempts to show the world from a child’s point of view.
Pro IQRA 12 June 2023
Urdu novel allah miyan ka karkhana by mohsin khan wins bank of baroda rashtrabhasha samman | rekhta publication
Renowned Urdu writer Mohsin Khan has received the world’s largest monetary award for translation in Hindi literature to date. The Hindi translation of his novel ‘Allah Mian Ka Karkhana’ was selected for this honour.
Sujatawde.com 11 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana wins the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector bank, today announced the winner of the first edition of the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023.
The Business Bytes 11 June 2023
Mohsin Khan’s “Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana” wins the ‘Bank of Baroda Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
The original author of the novel received a cash award worth Rs 21 lakh while the translator received Rs 15 lakh as prize money.
The Northlines 13 June 2023
Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana wins the ‘BoB Rashtrabhasha Samman’ 2023
Mohsin Khan,the authorof the Urdu novel and Saeed Ahmad,the translator of the book in Hindi, won the award for the novel Allah Miyan Ka Karkhana.
The Hindu 29 June 2022
Lines and love
Sanjiv Saraf’s book shows how emotions can be best expressed through Urdu couplets
The Wire 13 June 2022
Sanjiv Saraf’s ‘Love Longing Loss’ Takes You on the Journey of Ishq, One Sher at a Time
The book is a tome which could not have been without decades of devotion to the haunting beauty of Urdu poetry and to its startling depiction of entropy through gorgeous rhythmic harmonies.
Network Capital 7 April 2022
“Book Discussion: Love Longing Loss with Rekhta Founder Sanjiv Saraf “
A journey of LOVE through the lens of Urdu poetry based on over 1200 of the best couplets of great poets.
Scroll 17 April 2022
Where’s that book of Urdu poetry when the occasion needs a sher? At last we have one
In ‘Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry’, Sanjiv Saraf puts together a collection, in the original and in translation, that’s both comprehensive and imaginative.
Prabha Khaitan Foundation 19 April 2022
Kitaab Delhi with Sanjiv Saraf – The book launch of “Love, Longing, Loss”
IANS 22 October 2021
Ghalib’s compassion, plurality is critical for our times: Najeeb Jung
The outcome is “DEEWAAN-E-GHALIB – Sariir-e-Khaama” (Rekhta Books), a rendering in English of 235 of Ghalib’s poems along with the originals in the Roman script.
Daijiworld.com 22 October 2021
Ghalib’s compassion, plurality is critical for our times: Najeeb Jung
The outcome is “DEEWAAN-E-GHALIB – Sariir-e-Khaama” (Rekhta Books), a rendering in English of 235 of Ghalib’s poems along with the originals in the Roman script.
HenryClubs.com 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung translates Ghalib’s Urdu poetry into English
Sanjeev Saraf, founder of Rekhta Foundation, congratulated Jung for “his passion for literature, his emotional depth and aesthetic sensibilities”.
Navbharat Times 09 October 2021
दिल्ली के पूर्व उपराज्यपाल नजीब जंग ने गालिब की शायरी का अंग्रेजी में अनुवाद किया
रेख्ता बुक्स ने जंग द्वारा अनुदित इस पुस्तक का प्रकाशन किया है । ‘‘दीवान ए गालिब : सरीर ए खामा’’ नामक इस पुस्तक का शुक्रवार की शाम यहां जारी किया गया ।
Amar Ujala 09 October 2021
दिल्ली: पूर्व एलजी नजीब जंग ने गालिब की उर्दू शायरी का अंग्रेजी में किया अनुवाद
अनुवाद की गई पुस्तक का रेख्ता बुक्स द्वारा दीवान-ए-गालिब: सरीर-ए-खामा नाम से प्रकाशन किया गया है। पु्स्तक में 235 गजलें और एक हजार से अधिक दोहे को शामिल किया गया है।
The Indian Express 2 April 2022
With his latest translation of Urdu love poetry, Sanjiv Saraf aims to demystify the language for the netizen
At a time when the politics of otherisation is occupying the cultural space, it took poet-lyricist Javed Akhtar to speak the language of love and use Urdu as a balm, soothing the core of human emotions.
The Tribune 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Jung said that it was his dream for 50 years to bring Ghalib’s work before an audience “who have yearned to know him more”.
Latestly.com 30 March 2022
“It is a work of great competence.”- Javed Akhtar on Love, Longing, Loss In Urdu Poetry
Commenting on the book’s title, Akhtar waxed lyrical. “Love, is finding somebody without whom you feel incomplete. Only that person makes you feel complete. That is love.”
The Week 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Sanjiv Saraf, founder-Rekhta Foundation, congratulated Jung for “his passion for literature, his emotional depth and aesthetic sensibilities”.
Nyooz.com 09 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Published by Rekhta Books, “Deewaan-e-Ghalib : Sariir-e-Khaama” was released on Friday evening here.Jung said that it was his dream for 50 years to bring Ghalib”s work before an audience “who have yearned to know him more”.
The Indian Express 10 October 2021
Former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung Translates Ghalib`s Urdu Poetry in English
Published by Rekhta Books, “Deewaan-e-Ghalib : Sariir-e-Khaama” was released on Friday evening here.
Hindustan Times 04 September 2021
Book review: Exploring Aligarh through the prism of Urdu poetry
The Allure of Aligarh: A Poetic Journey into the University City, authored by Huma Khalil, mesmerizes through the poetry it holds within its covers and the beautiful visuals it carries.
The Pioneer 07 August 2021
Preserving our Heritage
With his book, Nava-e-Sarosh, Sanjiv Saraf, founder of Jashn-e-Rekhta festival, furthers his passion for Urdu poetry. He tells Christy Varghese that every regional language could use something like his initiative
GoodReads.com 20 March 2022
Love, Longing, Loss in Urdu Poetry
The title says it all: this is a collection of Urdu poetry (nearly all of them couplets, though one or two are somewhat longer) about romantic love.
Siasat.com 12 March 2022
Love: unfettered longing and beyond
Running into nearly 400 pages, the book seeks to unravel the tantalizing, titillating and poignant story of Love by producing a rhymed translation of more than a thousand couplets.
FirstPost 24 February 2022
With Love Longing Loss, Rekhta founder Sanjiv Saraf attempts to make Urdu couplets and ghazals accessible
Love Longing Loss aims to connect with young readers who may not fully understand Urdu but appreciate its beauty to touch those deep dark corners of the heart that are left bruised and tender by some or the other incident in life.
lifeandmore.in 2 March 2022
Bringing non-Urdu readers closer to the world of Urdu sha’iri
“Urdu poetry has an infectious appeal, finding engagement from an enthusiastic audience of non-Urdu readers.” says Saraf
Telegraph India 2 February 2022
Not a book review: ‘Love Longing Loss’ by Sanjiv Saraf
Saraf is not just a compiler, he is a patron. In another time and age, there would have been a darbaar at aali-jaan’s residence where shaayar after shaayar would have aspired to recite kalaam in huzoor’s honour in return for a nazar-e-inaayat, asharfis or wazeefa (pension).
Maeshaat.in 31 January 2022
Urdu unparalleled in its expression of the heart’s emotions
Saraf has now raised this several notches with “Love Longing Loss In Urdu Poetry”, a priceless collection of over 1250 ‘shers’ (couplets) of about 120 shaayars (poets), the cover of the book being illustrated by the multi-faceted Muzaffar Ali.
National Herald 31 January 2022
Rekhta Foundation’s offering : Collection of 1250 Urdu couplets on love, longing and loss
Rekhta Foundation started with the goal of presenting selected works of major poets in three different scripts – Urdu, Devanagari and Roman
Ummid.com 21 January 2022
Urdu unparalleled in its expression of the heart’s emotions
Rekhta Founder Saraf has now raised this several notches with “Love Longing Loss In Urdu Poetry”, a priceless collection of over 1250 ‘shers’ (couplets) of about 120 shaayars (poets)
IANS 21 January 2022
‘Urdu unparalleled in its expression of the heart’s emotions’
The Rekhta Foundation that he established in 2012 has thus far digitised more than 50,000 e-books that are available online and has taken Urdu to various geographies through a series of events that have opened up a whole new world to the nuances and wonders of the language.
A city known by its university 2 November 2021
A city known by its university
Author Huma Khalil tells Christy Varghese, after the launch of her illustrated coffee-table book, The Allure Of Aligarh, that no other place can boast of such a rich poetic history
Jansatta 19 September 2021
आखिर अलीगढ़ में क्यों हुई मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय की स्थापना, किताब देती है इसका जवाब
खलील ने अपनी पुस्तक में कहा है, ‘‘अलीगढ़ उत्तर भारत के दोआब क्षेत्र में है। इसकी स्थलाकृति कटोरी के आकार की है और यह दो टीलों के बीच में स्थित है। यह क्षेत्र बहुत उपजाऊ है। जलस्तर और जल की गुणवत्ता भी अच्छी थी।’’
Zee News 17 October 2021
आखिर अलीगढ़ में क्यों हुई मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय की स्थापना? यह किताब देती है इसका जवाब
लेखिका हुमा खलील ने अपनी कॉफी टेबल बुक ‘द एल्लुर ऑफ अलीगढ़ः ए पोएटिक जर्नी इनटू यूनिवर्सिटी सिटी’ में शहर और विश्वविद्यालय के विभिन्न पहलुओं पर चर्चा की है.
Navbharat Times 19 September 2021
आखिर अलीगढ़ में क्यों हुई मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय की स्थापना, किताब देती है उत्तर
Bharat Times 19 September 2021
New book answers why Aligarh was chosen for AMU
New Delhi: Theories abound as to why Sir Syed Ahmed Khan decided to set up an educational institution in Aligarh and not in any other city but a new book attempts to give a definitive response to it.
The New Indian Express 19 September 2021
The Allure of Aligarh review: New book answers why this city was chosen for AMU
The book is also replete with couplets and poetries on the city of Aligarh, the university, its culture and the people.
Times of India 19 September 2021
New book answers why Aligarh was chosen for AMU
Author Huma Khalil brings forth this and several other lesser-known aspects of the city and the varsity in “The Allure of Aligarh: A Poetic Journey into the University City”, a coffee table book published by Hay House and presented by Rekhta Foundation.
Palpalnews 10 October 2021
Najeeb Jung gave English language to the Kalam of ‘Ghalib’
श्री जंग ने ‘दीवान-ए-ग़ालिब: सरीर-ए-खामा’ पुस्तक संकलित की है जिसमें ग़ालिब के कलाम का अंग्रेज़ी में अनुवाद किया गया है।
The Shillong Times 24 October 2021
There’s a need for Ghalib’s compassion & plurality
It’s a journey that began when he was four years old but it was only in mid-2010 that the 70-year-old Jung, a former Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and former Vice Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia, found the right “Ustad” to guide him through the translation process.
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