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Stories by Muhammad Omar Iftikhar

CULTURE: KARACHI’S MEMORY MAP

CULTURE: KARACHI’S MEMORY MAP

Karachi’s history lives in the names of its neighbourhoods, each reflecting an episode in the city’s long and layered past. Updated 25 Mar, 2026 01:28pm
FICTION: SATIRE AND COSMIC STAKES

FICTION: SATIRE AND COSMIC STAKES

The sequel to The Light Blue Jumper has deeper themes and more ambitious worldbuilding, while retaining the sci-fi novel’s trad Published 27 Apr, 2025 06:44am
CULTURE: WHAT’S IN A NAME?

CULTURE: WHAT’S IN A NAME?

Behind every city and town name in Pakistan lies a tale — of empires, saints and historical evolution. Muhammad Omar Iftikhar Published 09 Feb, 2025 07:45am
Power of the written word

Power of the written word

Book reading is not just a habit. When pursued with dedication and interest, it becomes a lifestyle that integrates... Published 01 Feb, 2025 05:30am
Science fiction that made an impact

Science fiction that made an impact

Science fiction narratives have been mesmerising readers for decades. The futuristic worlds, unique settings,... Published 07 Jan, 2023 07:02am
FICTION: THE SOCIAL DIVIDE

FICTION: THE SOCIAL DIVIDE

A well-written debut novel casts an eye at the ugly realities of the lives of minorities in Pakistan and the exploitation of Published 06 Nov, 2022 07:08am
FICTION: LEARNING TO FLY

FICTION: LEARNING TO FLY

A sophomore novel explores the relationships individuals have with others and the mental disturbances and emotional baggage... Published 10 Oct, 2021 06:36am
Let’s build Pakistan

Let’s build Pakistan

This year we are celebrating Pakistan’s 73rd Independence Day. Updated 16 Aug, 2020 05:19pm
How countries got their names

How countries got their names

Do you ever wonder why Norway is called Norway and France is called France? Do you know how our country got its name? Published 05 Oct, 2019 07:10am
How to craft the draft

How to craft the draft

Do you know why books such as the Harry Potter and Lords of the Rings series... Published 18 May, 2019 07:07am
Excel in your exams

Excel in your exams

Examinations are always a cause of anxiety for students. Published 24 Nov, 2018 06:21am
There is a friend in your teacher

There is a friend in your teacher

Staying attentive during class will earn you good grades in your quizzes, assignments and in examinations. Published 08 Sep, 2018 07:05am