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Some Duolingo features for mastering new languages
Duolingo allows user to customise their courses, set realistic daily goals and learn with friends for a fun experience
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Limitations of language
Does language completely fulfil human needs for expression?
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Role of mother tongue in sustainable development
Mother tongue is advocated by experts as indispensable instrument in achieving UN SDGs
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Azerbaijan language, cultural centre set up
Republic of Azerbaijan Ambassador to Pakistan, Azerbaijan Language University Vice Rectors inaugurated the centre
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Experts call for promotion of mother languages
Academics say children should be taught in languages they understand best
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From globalisation to localisation
Purpose of education is to bring out talents and strengths; has little to do with curriculum or speaking a language
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Promoting science in Urdu
With an easy-to-understand local language research can be communicated to a larger audience
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The language controversy
There are many ways and tools a community can use for preserving and promoting its culture besides language
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‘Languages are a symbol of national unity’
The promotion and development of Pakistani languages is our first goal, says PAL Chairman Dr Yousuf Khushk
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Even a Pathan can teach you how to own your language: Yasir Hussain
Actor schools internet user after they reinstate that English is a prerequisite, irrespective of what anyone says.
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Haider Abbas wins language contest
Winner, runner up will now compete in global finals in China
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Khushab: A linguistic melting pot
People in various regions speak distinct dialects of Punjabi
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'Provincial languages deserve national status'
Highlight state's 'disinterest' in preserving, promoting regional languages
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How to mute a single word on Twitter
You can also do this from your desktop
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Bernie Sanders releases new campaign poster in Urdu
His 'Medicare for All' programme covers oral care, as well as issues related to eyesight, hearing
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Istanbul Jews fight to save their ancestral tongue
Ladino is a unique mix of medieval Castilian and Hebrew, with sprinklings of Turkish, Arabic and Greek
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Hindko-Pashto dictionary published
330-page dictionary is the result of research of young writer and poet Ali Awais Khiyal
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German film-maker Till Passow has a solution to Pakistani cinema's woes
Visiting Pakistan every year for the last two decades, Passo has seen the film scene in the country evolve
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Maulana Rumi's poetry therapy for psychiatric patients in Kashmir
Doctors say many patients have reported partial recovery after listening to Sufi music
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‘PU will serve as role model for promotion of local languages’
Governor says promotion of Punjabi language important to spread message of harmony among communities
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‘Urdu helps overcome communication barriers, creates cultural harmony’
Speakers at the 12th International Urdu Conference acknowledge the language’s role in unifying the nation
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BJP proposes replacing occupied Kashmir's language script with Hindi
Highly contentious move comes after the August 5 revocation of occupied Kashmir's autonomy
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Ruckus, use of unparliamentary language disrupt Sindh Assembly session
Energy minister exchanges harsh words with opposition members, fails to answer their questions
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Language remains biggest barrier in enforcing uniform curriculum: Mahmood
Says syllabus needs to be updated, need to take English along besides teaching mother tongues
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Monkey experiments offer clues on origin of language
Somehow, humans learned to move beyond built-in vocabulary and produce new sounds associated with new meanings
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Modi to rope in SRK, Katrina Kaif, Salman Khan to promote Urdu language
Decision comes after the realisation that rival organisations are taking the lead
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Baloch Culture Day celebrated at law college
Baloch urged to make efforts to promote own culture
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Sindh MPAs call for teaching Sindhi language in all private schools
Registration will be cancelled of schools that don’t follow this law, says education minister
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HEC approve BS Hindko programme for universities
The approval was a result of tireless effort made by Gandhara Hindko Academy
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NUML hosts Japanese speech contest
Under the aegis of the Japanese Embassay
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Notification for teaching of Sindhi language creates controversy
Govt asks CIE schools to comply with provincial policy
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Foul play of language
Foul play via use of inappropriate language is as old as Pakistani politics itself
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Petition filed in IHC against Imran for abusive remarks
The court is expected to hear the petition in the next week
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First-ever Urdu software launch likely in August
First-ever Urdu software titled "Harf Kaar" with an advanced programme will be launched in the first week of August
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Morocco sees growing enthusiasm for learning Chinese language
More than 40 Moroccan students sat in the classroom and listened to the Chinese conversation recording carefully
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Language as an instrument: AIOU to hold International moot on Pakistani languages
Academicians will deliberate on ‘Colonial Literature and Pakistani languages’
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Protesters demand mandatory status for Punjabi on International Mother Language Day
Say the government should take steps to promote local languages
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‘Mother Languages Festival’: Speakers call for end to stigmatisation of languages
Linguists call for using mother tongue for initial schooling
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Govt urged to own languages other than Urdu
Writers, activists revive debate around solitary national language as two-day festival kicks off
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Hearing on contempt plea put off
The Pakistan Qaumi Movement chairperson had approached SC to seek contempt proceedings against chief secretary, CM
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8 ways to become a better speaker
Let's make you more articulate!
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'Govt should support deciphering of Indus script'
Experts say writings of Mohen Jo Daro can be deciphered by 2030 with assistance
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The Trumpton follies
By contrast to Trump, there is nothing by way of unseemly language in the public banter of our own politicians
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Shift knowledge to national language, says Mamnoon
Calls for promoting national, regional languages, preserving local dialects
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Language enhancing activity: ‘Students can learn English through access programme’
Speakers say such initiatives vital to boost abilities
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Another futile attempt to switch over to Hindi
How many regional languages will survive 50 years hence is anybody’s guess
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The English Sarkar
Linguistic discrimination is a widely-used tool to reinforce authority, dominance and biases
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Want to change your personality? Try learning a new language
Our persona changes when we start communicating in a different language, research suggests
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‘Cultures, languages on verge of extinction due to globalisation and colonisation’
Linguist believes younger generation is reluctant to learn mother tongue, traditions and cultural practices
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Regional languages fail the technology barrier
All regional languages must be allowed to flourish, say language experts