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Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
Talk on gender, language in theatre, cinema
Lucknow: More than 300 scholars, writers and students attended an international discourse titled 'Understanding language and gender through theatre and cinema', at Karamat Husain Muslim Girls' PG College on Thursday. The event was organised by college manager Syed Naved Ahmad and principal Prof Huma Khwaja. Prof Khwaja highlighted the importance of examining cultural productions through the lens of gender and language. Key speakers included Prof Afroz Taj and Prof John Caldwell, both from the University of North Carolina, USA. Prof Taj said, "Any language spoken in any part of the world cannot be said to be pure, as every language is inclusive of various regional, foreign and other languages. As in the subcontinent, the Urdu language totally evolved in the pre-Independence of India. Restricting it to a community cannot be justified as it was a language widely included in Indian culture and tradition. " Prof Caldwell, a linguist and polyglot, drew connections between linguistic structures and social hierarchies. Writer and publisher Atif Haneef also addressed the gathering. The session was followed by a dance drama on the life and poetry of Ameer Khusro. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and s ilver prices in your area.
Time of India
6 days ago
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- Time of India
Fest manifests vegetarian side of Awadhi cuisine
Lucknow: A cultural programme titled 'Dastarkhwan-e-Awadh' was held at Karamat Husain Muslim Girls' PG College on Wednesday, focusing on vegetarian Awadhi cuisine, typically prepared during summer and monsoon. The event was organised by Farheen Iqbal, founder of cloud kitchen Nawabi Zayqa, in collaboration with the college. A panel of judges, including Chef Zulfiqar Hussain (Chef Zulfi), Chef Sadaf Hussain, Sheeba Iqbal and Shoeb Qureshi (owner of Mubeen restaurant), tasted a range of traditional drinks, main course items and desserts. Chef Zulfi appreciated the presentation and flavours, while Sheeba Iqbal noted the students' familiarity with heritage recipes. Shoeb Qureshi recalled food memories from his childhood. Participants were welcomed with potted plants and guests received rose buds. First prize was won by Simran and Bushra (BA II) for Sewandhe, protein bar and mint drink; second prize by Anamika Chauhan, Mahek Singh and Kashish Singh for kadhi chawal, meethi tikiya and a beverage, while third prize was given to Srishti Mishra, Tanu, and Priyanka for veg biryani, lauki ka halwa and mango custard. Principal of Karamat Hussain Girls college, Prof Huma Khwaja, presented the vote of thanks.
