Author: Beenish Mahmood

RAMADAN

Ramadan comes bearing blessings The month of Ramadan brings with it a fervor and zeal that is unparalleled. It is a month to ask forgiveness for our sins. It is a month of faith, sacrifice and humility. To celebrate the arrival of Ramadan, people throng the bazaars.  To help the under-privileged sect of the society, […]

SIMPLE AT-HOME WINTER BEAUTY ROUTINE WITH MEGA RESULTS!

As winter sets in the need to take care of your skin and hair becomes all the more important. The chilly wind and the cold has a dulling effect on the mind and body. It becomes all the more imperative to follow a daily skin and hair care routine. SIMPLE TIPS WITH BIG RESULTS: How […]

Take a minute to ponder upon the spirit of Eid-ul-Azha

 ‘Meh, meh’, the sound of Bakras resounded in the street of my house, as the neighbours and I, geared up with full vigour to celebrate the scared ritual of Eid-ul-Azha. The spirit of Eid-ul-Azha ha is the Islamic philosophy of sacrifice. Therefore, the act of Qurbaani and the sharing of meat with the poor and […]

Friends: The Reunion- An irresistible episode!

The much awaited Friends: The Reunion after the comedy/romance sitcom Friends ended, released on HBO Max on the 27th May 2021. Hosted by James Cordon, the ‘unscripted’, episode received great appreciation from across the globe. Shot in front of the iconic fountain, Rachel, Ross, Chandler, Monica, Phoebe and Joey recollect their memorable moments. Tears well […]

It will be a Zoom Eid-ul-Fitr 2021 for many!

‘Beta is dafa eid computer par hi kar latay hain.’ (Let’s celebrate eid on the computer this time.) This is what I heard my grand-father say. It is surprising to see how humans adapt to change. IT has turned our lives topsy turvy. Now even our grand-parents are aware of technology. Although the elderly are […]

remember the weddings of the good old simple times?

As I was sifting through old family pictures, I came across my parent’s wedding album. Excited to relive the event, I turned the pictures in the collection trying to let all the traditions and culture of that time seep in. From the colourful Shaadi Mubarak banner at the back of the stage to the delicious […]