Going back to nature
Saturday, 4 January 2025
This article appeared in Pakistan Armed Forces' Monthly Magazine Hilal (Urdu section) in July 2011 issue.
Labels: Environment, Hilal, Housing, In Print, Urdu Blogs
posted by S A J Shirazi @ Saturday, January 04, 2025,
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The Decline of Urdu Newspapers
Friday, 3 January 2025
Urdu newspapers have long been a staple of Pakistani media, but their quality and relevance have been declining in recent years. While the majority of Pakistani readers still consume news in Urdu, many newspapers struggle with poor design, cluttered layouts, and a lack of engaging content.
One major issue is the excessive use of advertisements, which often dominate the front page and inner pages. This makes it difficult for readers to find the content they are looking for, such as opinion pieces or feature articles. Additionally, the ads themselves are often poorly designed and cluttered, further detracting from the overall reading experience.
Another problem is the lack of innovation in the design and layout of Urdu newspapers. Many newspapers still use traditional formats and styles, even though digital technology has opened up new possibilities for more engaging and visually appealing content.
Urdu newspapers need to change if they are to remain relevant in the modern world. Editors and designers need to prioritize quality content and user experience over advertising revenue. They should also embrace new technologies and formats to create more engaging and visually appealing newspapers.
Ultimately, it is up to readers to demand better quality newspapers. By expressing their dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs, readers can encourage newspapers to make the necessary changes.
Urdu newspapers have a lot of potential, but they need to modernize and improve their quality if they are to survive in the long term. By working together, readers and publishers can create a new generation of Urdu newspapers that are both informative and engaging.
I urge all Urdu newspaper readers to take action and demand better quality newspapers. Let your voice be heard and help to bring about the change we need.
Labels: Print Media
posted by S A J Shirazi @ Friday, January 03, 2025,
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Hazrat Ammar Bin Yasir (RA)
Thursday, 2 January 2025
Labels: Companion of the Prophet (PBUH)
posted by S A J Shirazi @ Thursday, January 02, 2025,
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Blog in haste, repent in leisure
The Internet is a newer platform characterized by a large, open, public network where people interact with people worldwide without any barriers like geography, culture, age, social class, or gender. It is unlike the real world, where people with their own identities come together face to face. Online, users are a little less perceptive about their identities.
Labels: Fine Art of Blogging, Information Technology, Online Identity, Privacy
posted by S A J Shirazi @ Thursday, January 02, 2025,
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Note to Self - 2025
Wednesday, 1 January 2025
No complaints.
No expectations.
No explanations.
No emotions.
No opinions {just observable facts}.
No assumptions.
No self-pity (playing victim).
No unsolicited advice.
No gossip (that is backbiting).
No small lies.
No big lies.
No narcissists and negatives
Walk more than 10,000 steps every day.
And limit screen time (and online discretion).
Who can live within these boundaries?
Labels: Chasing Life, Real Life
posted by S A J Shirazi @ Wednesday, January 01, 2025,
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