Durriya Kazi

ARTSPEAK: IN MIGRATION'S WAKE

ARTSPEAK: IN MIGRATION'S WAKE

Migration from the country has been a steady theme across Pakistan for the past few decades. But what is the social, Published 16 Mar, 2025 06:33am
ARTSPEAK: THE OLD AND THE YOUNG

ARTSPEAK: THE OLD AND THE YOUNG

Childhood and old age not only mirror each other as stages of life at opposite ends of the spectrum, they also remind us of the Published 02 Mar, 2025 06:12am
ARTSPEAK: REVOLUTION OF THOUGHT

ARTSPEAK: REVOLUTION OF THOUGHT

Some revolutions may begin with visionaries, but their success depends on their being adopted as everyday acts of courage and Published 16 Feb, 2025 06:13am
ARTSPEAK: INK OF THE SCHOLAR

ARTSPEAK: INK OF THE SCHOLAR

A famous hadith says that the ink of the scholar is superior to the blood of the martyr. Why then did Muslim societies lose their Published 02 Feb, 2025 07:53am
ARTSPEAK: CHANGING THE NARRATIVE

ARTSPEAK: CHANGING THE NARRATIVE

From personal nicknames to national identities, narratives shape how we see ourselves and how the world sees us. But can some Published 19 Jan, 2025 07:37am
ARTSPEAK: COMFORTABLE CITIES

ARTSPEAK: COMFORTABLE CITIES

City spaces should be designed in a manner that resonates emotionally and aesthetically with the citizens and reflects the ident Published 05 Jan, 2025 07:39am
ARTSPEAK: HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?

ARTSPEAK: HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?

In a world where amassing more money, power and prestige is seen as a barometer for ‘success’, how can one learn to quell Published 22 Dec, 2024 07:08am
ARTSPEAK: EXHAUSTED NATIONS

ARTSPEAK: EXHAUSTED NATIONS

Amidst the turmoil and polarisation that has defined this year, hope lies in slowing down, introspection and finding new Published 08 Dec, 2024 06:55am
ARTSPEAK: TRAPPED IN THE 19TH CENTURY

ARTSPEAK: TRAPPED IN THE 19TH CENTURY

The rapid progress and development that underpinned much of the 20th century was a direct consequence of the advancements Published 24 Nov, 2024 07:46am
ARTSPEAK: IN DEFENCE OF THE TANGIBLE

ARTSPEAK: IN DEFENCE OF THE TANGIBLE

As artificial intelligence and online interactions increasingly define our relationship with the world and other people, Published 10 Nov, 2024 07:08am
ARTSPEAK: FABRICATING STORIES

ARTSPEAK: FABRICATING STORIES

From ancient myths to modern political symbolism, there exists an intricate relationship between textiles and storytelling Published 27 Oct, 2024 09:29am
ARTSPEAK: SEEKING COMPASSION AND UNITY

ARTSPEAK: SEEKING COMPASSION AND UNITY

Although the spirit of charity and giving is baked into the central ethos of Islam, Muslims today seem more interested in individ Published 13 Oct, 2024 08:58am
ARTSPEAK: STEP BACK TO MOVE FORWARD

ARTSPEAK: STEP BACK TO MOVE FORWARD

Western powers justified colonisation as a ‘civilising mission.’ Now, as global voices reclaim their real histories, new narrati Updated 01 Oct, 2024 08:42am
ARTSPEAK: JUSTICE OR JUDGEMENT

ARTSPEAK: JUSTICE OR JUDGEMENT

All major religions, civilisations and societies have stressed the importance of enacting true justice. But seeking justice is Published 15 Sep, 2024 09:46am
ARTSPEAK: LEADING DOUBLE LIVES

ARTSPEAK: LEADING DOUBLE LIVES

Most people try to keep their public and private lives separate from one another but, for some, their private passions come to Published 01 Sep, 2024 06:30am
ARTSPEAK: DEEP HATE

ARTSPEAK: DEEP HATE

Manufacturing hate and violence serves as a potent tool to ensure those in power maintain their control and economic interests Published 18 Aug, 2024 08:11am
ARTSPEAK: FEAR OF HAPPINESS

ARTSPEAK: FEAR OF HAPPINESS

For some countries, national happiness is a goal worth striving for. The Pakistani state has ignored the importance of a happy Published 04 Aug, 2024 07:55am
ARTSPEAK: SEEKING COMMUNITIES

ARTSPEAK: SEEKING COMMUNITIES

People have naturally always formed communities based on shared interests and mutual trust in one geographic space. The internet Published 21 Jul, 2024 07:59am
ARTSPEAK: DEFINED BY SLOGANS

ARTSPEAK: DEFINED BY SLOGANS

Across history, slogans have served as imagined futures aiming to become realities. They can define national identity, political Published 07 Jul, 2024 07:35am
ARTSPEAK: REINVENTING LIBRARIES

ARTSPEAK: REINVENTING LIBRARIES

Many libraries across the world have been transformed into community spaces that offer much more than books — unfortunately, the Published 23 Jun, 2024 08:07am