Urdu literature, hitherto created in an undivided British India, was to be written now in two different countries with their own ideals, credos and convictions. Events that took place before ...

When Muslims from Afghanistan and Central Asia invaded India in the 12th century and made it their home, Urdu language grew out of the necessity of communication between the new comers and the ...

Discover some surprising facts about Urdu, including how much it has in common with other languages. Also available in Urdu with audio.

A supple and expressive language, Urdu has been the preferred choice for some of India's most famous poets and writers. Some of India's most acclaimed writing has come from Urdu writers like ...

Kishanganj: The District Education Department in Kishanganj, Bihar has made teaching of Urdu compulsory in the private ...