Ismat Chughtai’s new short story collection, “Kanyadaan: Ismat Chughtai”, published by Rekhta Publications, comprises a selection of her well-known stories along with new and previously unpublished short stories. The collection includes notable stories such as “Jaal”, “Chhui-Mui”, “Do Haath”, “Lihaaf”, “Kanyadaan”, “Zehr Ka Pyala”, “Ghoonghat”, “Charpai”, “Kaamchor”, “Kaisi Biwi Kaisa Shohar”, and “Chhoti Aapa”. These stories vividly depict women’s emotions, the suffocation of social constraints, and their defiance against them, making this collection highly worth reading. Famed for her novel “Tedhi Lakeer” and short story “Lihaaf”, Ismat Chughtai was one of Urdu literature’s most prominent fiction writers, novelists, and playwrights. She was born on August 21, 1915, in Badayun (Uttar Pradesh). Chughtai portrayed women’s lives, emotions, and societal restrictions with bold realism. Associated with the Progressive Writers’ Movement, her writings gave women in Urdu literature a new identity and voice. She passed away on October 24, 1991.

The book “Mujh Ko Meri Yaad Aa Rahi Hai: Farhat Ehsaas,” published by Rekhta Publications, is also significant because it includes his poetic works from 1973 to 2023. It contains both ghazals and poems that vividly reflect life's unevenness, human psychology, emotions and feelings, personal anguish, social deviations, societal changes, and a clear spirit of rebellion against tradition. Farhat Ehsaas was born on 25 December 1950 in Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh). After completing his education at Aligarh Muslim University, he became associated with the urduweekly newspaper “Hujuum.” He has proficiency in Urdu, Hindi, Biraj, Awadhi, and various other Indian languages, as well as in English and Western literature. The poetry of Farhat Ehsaas is poetry of life itself. Every aspect of human psychology, emotions, and feelings appears to breathe within it. Rebellion against long-standing and worn-out traditions is an important characteristic of his poetry. His poetry collections “Main Rona Chahta Hoon,” “Shaayari Nahin Hai Yeh,” and “Qashqa Kheencha Dair Mein Baitha” are significant links in this continuum.

अहमद मुश्ताक़ की ग़ज़लों में नाजुकी, बारीकियाँ और जुनून की तीव्रता बहुलता से देखने को मिलती हैं। प्रस्तुत किताब में अहमद मुश्ताक़ की चुनिन्दा रचनाओं का संकलन है| यह किताब उर्दू लिपि में प्रकाशित हुई है और पाठकों के बीच ख़ूब पसंद की गई है|

This book (Mera Kaha Hua: Shariq Kaifi) is a collection of his poetrys from 1978 to 2025, comprising both his ghazals and nazms. Journeying through these poetrys, one can experience and understand every aspect of life and every relationship in its depth. Shariq Kaifi is among the most prominent contemporary poets of the Indian subcontinent. He was born on June 01, 1961, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India. Shariq Kaifi has an equal command over both ghazals and nazms. His poetry is not just poetry—it strikes deeply at the complexities of life, human relationships, and social attitudes.

मोई'द रशीदी हमारे अह्द के ताज़ा-फ़िक्र शाइ'र हैं| उनका जन्म 1988 में काँकीनारा (नॉर्थ कोलकाता) में हुआ| 2013 में उन्हें साहित्य अकादमी (दिल्ली) द्वारा युवा लेखक के लिए राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार से सम्मानित किया गया| उन्होंने "जदीद ग़ज़ल की शे'रियात" पर पीएचडी की उपाधि प्राप्त की है| फ़िलहाल, वो उर्दू विभाग, अ'लीगढ़ मुस्लिम विश्विद्यालय में असिस्टेंट प्रोफ़ेसर हैं|

The book “Mujh Ko Meri Yaad Aa Rahi Hai: Farhat Ehsaas,” published by Rekhta Publications, is also significant because it includes his poetic works from 1973 to 2023. It contains both ghazals and poems that vividly reflect life's unevenness, human psychology, emotions and feelings, personal anguish, social deviations, societal changes, and a clear spirit of rebellion against tradition. Farhat Ehsaas was born on 25 December 1950 in Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh). After completing his education at Aligarh Muslim University, he became associated with the urduweekly newspaper “Hujuum.” He has proficiency in Urdu, Hindi, Biraj, Awadhi, and various other Indian languages, as well as in English and Western literature. The poetry of Farhat Ehsaas is poetry of life itself. Every aspect of human psychology, emotions, and feelings appears to breathe within it. Rebellion against long-standing and worn-out traditions is an important characteristic of his poetry. His poetry collections “Main Rona Chahta Hoon,” “Shaayari Nahin Hai Yeh,” and “Qashqa Kheencha Dair Mein Baitha” are significant links in this continuum.

This book published by Rekhta Publications, "Sadiyon ka Raqs: Shaista Yusuf", is her first novel, which takes the reader on a journey from a magical and ancient world to a digital universe. The novel clearly reflects themes of spirituality, materialism, politics, ethics, economics, and media behavior. It is worth reading also because it encompasses all the aspects of conflict, contradiction, and reconciliation between the individual and society—elements that directly influence human life. This work by Shaista Yusuf is a valuable gift for any novel reader. Shaista Yusuf is a renowned personality in the world of Urdu. Besides being a well-known poet, she is also recognized as an active contributor in educational, social, and cultural spheres of the urducommunity. Three of her poetry collections have been published: "Gul-e-Khud-Rau" (1984) which includes nazms and ghazals; "Sooni Parchhaiyaan" (2011); and "Aab-e-Aaina" (2022)—both consisting of nazms. Her writings are also included in the state curriculum textbooks. Shaista Yusuf wrote a monograph on Mahmood Ayaz in 2010. In 2013, she translated “Vachanas” from Kannada into Urdu, and in 2019, she translated "Tales of Tomorrow" under the auspices of Sahitya Akademi.

Rahat Indori's poetic style is known for its boldness, simplicity, and emotional intensity. His poetry often deals with themes of love, heartbreak, social issues, patriotism, and personal identity. His work is deeply emotional and connects with the common person, making it relatable and widely appreciated. His poetry was accessible, yet impactful, blending deep meaning with straightforward expressions. Rahat Indori wrote primarily in the traditional ghazal form, a classical genre of urdupoetry, but he brought a contemporary twist to it. His ghazals were often modern in their approach, dealing with contemporary issues while maintaining the classical structure and emotional depth of ghazal. His work continues to inspire readers and listeners around the world. "Rahat Indori" was born as Rahtullah Qureshi on 01/01/1950 in Indore. His father's name was Rif'at Ullah Qureshi and his mother's name was Maqbool-un-Nisa Begum. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in urdufrom Devi Ahilya University, Indore, his Master of Arts in urduliterature from Awadh University, and his Ph.D. (in urduon Mushaira) from M.P. Bhoj University. Dr. Rahat Indori worked as a professor of urduliterature at I.K. College, Devi Ahilya University, Indore, for 16 years. He was the editor of the urduquarterly magazine "Shaakhein" for 10 years, published from Indore. Many researchers have earned their Ph.D. degrees on the life and works of Dr. Rahat Indori at various Indian and Pakistani universities. Dr. Rahat Indori's ghazals are included in the urdusyllabus of Class 9 and 11 of the Maharashtra State Board.

रेख़्ता हर्फ़-ए-ताज़ा सीरीज़' की शक्ल में 'रेख़्ता बुक्स' की पहली पेशकश। उर्दू शाइ'री की नवोदित प्रतिमाओं में से एक सालिम सलीम की शाइ'री का इन्तिख़ाब। ISBN 9788193440926

Instead of limiting poetry to the mere expression of heartfelt emotions, Fahmi Badayuni has made it an object of mental exercise. This book is a collection of his poetry which also includes some of his fresh ghazals. Zamaan Sher Khan or Puttan Khan was born on 4 January 1952 in Bisauli town of Badaun district and is famously known as Fahmi Badayuni. Necessity brought him to the job of an accountant at a young age. When fate turned him away from the job, his interest in Maths and Science opened the doors of coaching classes. He was interested in Shayari and its criticism from a very young age. Around 1980, he started publishing his poetry in some magazines. Till then, two of his poetry collections, “Panchvi Samt” and “Dastaken Nigahon Ki” had been published.

Ghazaliyat-e-Zamin (Ghazals by Zamin) consists of works by her father, Professor S.M. Zamin Ali, that she published after his death. Professor Ali was the founder and head of the urduDepartment at Allahabad University and an illustrious poet, author, thought leader and educator. "An accomplished author, Begum Fatima Hasan (1940-1998), published six books in addition to numerous works broadcast as urduprogramming by All India Radio, Lucknow and published in popular urdumagazines. These collected works include three books of short stories: Chauthaa Shauhar (The Fourth Husband), Awaraa Bagule (Wanderer Egrets), and Gul-o-Khar (Flowers & Thorns) as well as a book of stories for children, Qabaili Kahaniyan (Tribal Tales). Two of her books, Ghazaliyat-e-Zamin (Ghazals by Zamin) and Majmua-e-Qasaid-o-Salaam (Anthology of Odes and Blessings) consist of works by her father, Professor S.M. Zamin Ali, that she published after his death. "

Saleem Mohiuddin hails from the land of saints and seers — Tangabad (Deccan) — where he was born on February 23, 1963, in the culturally rich region of Parbhani. His poetic temperament carries a certain depth and complexity. His work reflects not only poetic subtleties and aesthetics but also a keen awareness of the breakdown of human relationships and the decline of values. His first collection of poetry, titled "Wabasta", was published long ago. Since then, several of his prose works have also been published. Now, after nearly twenty-five years, his second collection of poetry is in your hands.

Industrialist, investor, and social entrepreneur Sanjiv Saraf juggles many roles, but his passion for urdupoetry is what is closest to his heart. He set up the Rekhta Foundation—which hosts the world’s largest and most popular resource for urdulanguage and literature—apart from doing extensive work for the preservation of texts and propagation of the language among youth through festivals and events. An alumnus of the Scindia School (1975) and a graduate from IIT Kharagpur (1980), Sanjiv was involved in business and industry for over thirty years during which he founded Polyplex Corpn. Ltd., an Indian multinational, Manupatra, India’s leading legal database, and other ventures in the green energy space. Thereafter, he turned his energies towards urduliterature and is now fully involved in what he considers ‘the most satisfying work of my life, so far. Sanjiv is a recipient of several awards and honours, including the distinguished Doctor of Letters (D. Litt.) degree by Maulana Azad National urduUniversity Hyderabad in 2016, the National Sir Syed Excellence Award 2018 by Aligarh Muslim University for his contribution to the cause of preserving and promoting urduand the Madhav Award as an Old Boy of Eminence for the year 2020 by the Scindia School for his outstanding work through Rekhta Foundation.

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“Udaas Rehne Lage” is the third poetry collection by the renowned poet Iqbal Ashhar, bringing together a rich selection of his ghazals and nazms, along with the verses that have been widely loved and applauded at poetry gatherings (mushairas). Iqbal Ashhar is regarded as one of the most prominent contemporary poets who has brought freshness, grace, and renewed energy to modern urdupoetry, especially to the ghazal. Through his distinctive literary voice, he has earned a strong reputation not only across the country but also internationally, where his work continues to captivate audiences and contribute to the success of major mushairas. Known for his simple yet refined style, his poetry carries a soft musical rhythm and a smooth, engaging tone that keeps listeners and readers deeply connected. Prior to this collection, his acclaimed poetry books “Dhanak Tere Khayal Ki” and “Ratjage” received widespread appreciation and praise. Iqbal Ashhar is regarded as one of the most prominent contemporary poets who has brought freshness, grace, and renewed energy to modern urdupoetry, especially to the ghazal. Through his distinctive literary voice, he has earned a strong reputation not only across the country but also internationally, where his work continues to captivate audiences and contribute to the success of major mushairas. Known for his simple yet refined style, his poetry carries a soft musical rhythm and a smooth, engaging tone that keeps listeners and readers deeply connected. Prior to this collection, his acclaimed poetry books “Dhanak Tere Khayal Ki” and “Ratjage” received widespread appreciation and praise.

"Udaas Hain Hum" is the third poetry collection by the renowned poet Ameer Imam. In this collection, Ameer Imam explores life through fresh perspectives and new dimensions, presenting unique themes in his verses with great finesse. He is well-versed in expressing original ideas in an engaging and meaningful way. The apt use of similes and metaphors in his poetry reflects his creative and individualistic mind. This collection not only carries intellectual freshness but also introduces the reader to a new world of emotions. ये किताब अमीर इमाम की कविताओं का तीसरा मज्मूआ है। इनकी शायरी में ज़िन्दगी के नए पहलुओं और ज़ावियों की तरफ़ इशारा मिलता है। अशआर में अनोखे विषयों को कलमबंद करने और नई बात कहने के हुनर से वो बख़ूबी वाक़िफ़ हैं। उपमाओं और रूपकों का भरपूर इस्तेमाल भी उनके सृजनात्मक, व्यक्तिवादी ज़ेहन का दर्पण है।

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This book 'Yeh jo Zindagi ki Kitaab hai' is filled with Rajesh Reddy's own writing style which is simple yet elegant. His shayari shows the complexities of life in a very simple and easy to understand language, which enables the readers to connect with it and feel relatable. This book will serve as a mirror for the readers, which shows the reflections of their own experiences with life. Born in 1952, Rajesh Reddy was raised in Jaipur, Rajasthan. He served as the sub-editor of 'Itvaari Patrika', the Sunday edition of 'Rajasthan Patrika' for 3 years after completing his M.A. in Hindi Literature from Rajasthan University. He did theatre for 10 years in Jaipur and wrote and directed dramas. He started songs and ghazal writing in college. His ghazals have been sung by famous singers such as Jagjit Singh, Pankaj Udhas, Bhupendra Singh, Raj Kumar Rizvi, and Chhaya Ganguli. He joined All India Radio in 1980 and then retired as the station director of AIR's 'Vividh Bharati Seva'.

The poems in this book are lively and melodious while being free. The language is simple. This book has a lot to say that touches the heart of it's readers. This attitude of exploring new themes and presenting them in a new way guarantees the bright future of this kind of poetry. Dr. Abdullah belongs to an honorable family of Azamgarh. He started his educational journey from Shibli National College, Azamgarh. He then received his B.Sc. & M.Sc. degrees from Aligarh Muslim University and served as a lecturer in the departments of Mathematics and Statistics. He also has a PhD in M.S. and Biostatistics from SUNY Buffalo and George Washington University.

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