The Dangerous Normalisation Of The Language Of Extermination
byThe normalisation of the rhetoric of extermination is not confined to one country, ideology, or faith. Leaders are calling for entire populations to be eliminated.
Language
From Venice To Vijayanagara: The Unlikely Connection Between Italian & Telugu
byDe’ Conti’s discovery of the linguistic similarities between Italian and Telugu was one thread in the intricate tapestry of cultural exchange that spanned centuries.
How English Became A Unifying Force In America & India
byAs much as the history of English in America is fraught with tension, it is also a testament to the resilience of language as a tool for creating shared experiences and defining national identity.
What is the Way Out Of The Delimitation Imbroglio?
byWhat is the point of having more legislators? Is the existing strength not enough? Expansion of legislative bodies may benefit political parties.
Decoding The ‘Great Indian Head Wobble’
byOne may never be able to crack the true meaning of the ‘great Indian head wobble.’ However, this infectious gesture will become a part of one’s response while dealing with it.
Jayanth Pati’s Fool Bahadur Narrates The Tale Of A Place Rife With Endless Intrigues
byThe English translation of Fool Bahadur – a novel by Jayanth Pati, written in Magahi – is a delightful read.
Why It’s Important To Save ‘Dying’ Languages
by‘Once a language dies, the knowledge dies with it.’
The Fascinating History Of Konkani Language
byKonkani, a beautiful language, needs to be preserved. And that can happen only of there is a bottom-up movement from the people of the Konkan region.
Bharatendu: The Man Behind Modern Hindi
byBhartendu wanted the Hindi language that includes the Persian and Sanskrit words.
Tracing The History Of The Word Loot
byHere’s the story of how the word “loot” was looted from Sanskrit and appropriated into the English language.
A Requiem For Genteel Language
byThe mass media, particularly the digital platforms, are normalising the use of expletives and vulgar language.
How Three Linguists Discovered Koro, India’s “Hidden Language”
byIn 2008, three linguists took an expedition to Arunachal Pradesh where they discovered Koro, a hidden language.
What Chimps & Gorillas Tell Us About Human Language
byThe gestures we have in common with chimpanzees are a remnant of the sign-language we share with our ancestors–the apes.
Language: More Than Meets The Mind
byLanguage is not just instinct; it is also a divergent tool that powers our mind.
Cracking the Indus Code: The Last Unknown Ancient Language
bySome of the world’s best minds – human and robot – are at work, trying to decipher the Indus Valley code.