January 08, 2026 12:22 pm (IST)
Pakistani writer Bano Qudsia passes away
Islamabad, Feb 4 (IBNS): Pakistani novelist Bano Qudsia has passed away in Lahore, media reports said.
He was 88.
Renowned novelist and playwright Bano Qudsia, 88, passed away in Lahore on Saturday, DawnNews reported.
The writer wrote Urdu novels and short stories.
Bano is best known for her novel Raja Gidh.
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