Obsolescence Woven in Silver: The Decline of Pakistani Craftsmanship

Moons in metalworks. Puppets in makeshift cinemas. Woven carpets slipped on wooden floors. The grandeur of calligraphy. In our modern world, we find our centuries-old traditional craftsmanship transforming into a testament of the past. Where the craftsman sits on the street, the metal laden at his feet, the world loses itself in the digital universe. Once, decades ago, his shop bristled with gatherings and purchasers, … Continue reading Obsolescence Woven in Silver: The Decline of Pakistani Craftsmanship

Elections and Outlaws: The Scandalous Mise-en-scèneof Pakistan’s Politics

As the unfettered reign of the caretaker government comes to an end (much to the dismay of the power-deprived individuals who make up the dynamics of Pakistan’s political backdrop), there are quite a few things that I — as an inevitable observer and a frustrated nationalist —  have to say. Before we leave our houses on the morning of February 8, 2024, we must remember … Continue reading Elections and Outlaws: The Scandalous Mise-en-scèneof Pakistan’s Politics