PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti lost her cool at a journalist who asked her to speak in Urdu. She defended Kashmiri, drew parallels with lynchings in Bangladesh, and called for safety of Kashmiris. Read the full report.
As Jashn-e-Rekhta enters its 10th year, its massive growth to over 100,000 attendees collides with criticism over tiered tickets and commercialism. Can the Urdu festival scale without losing its soul? Read the full analysis.
Karnataka's legislature passed the pioneering Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025. The Congress defends it as necessary, while the BJP calls it draconian. Read about the fierce debate.
An Oxford Union debate video goes viral as Indian student Viraansh Bhanushali reveals he wrote the speech for Pakistani president Moosa Harraj. Watch the controversy unfold.
Y8, a major online gaming platform, adds Farsi, Urdu, and Ukrainian to its multilingual support, now covering 32 languages. This strategic move aims to tap into new user markets and enhance accessibility for millions of gamers worldwide.
Hyderabad-based actor-director Mohammad Ali Baig's Urdu play 'Sunset...Sunrise' deeply resonated with audiences at Kolkata's ICCR, highlighting universal family themes and challenging stereotypes about vernacular theatre.
A viral video shows BJP councillor Renu Chaudhary berating a foreign national in a Delhi park for not speaking Hindi. The footballer, coaching underprivileged kids, says he is scared. The incident ignites a fierce language debate across India.
Explore why India's focus on English overlooks its rich bhasha literature. The real issue is neglect of Indian languages, not colonial mindset. Read more.
Urdu poet Wasim Barelvi captivated a Diwali-like crowd in Lucknow, defining shayari as a journey between words and emotion. Read about his profound musings at the Repertwahr festival's finale.
Saudi Arabia introduces a unique commemorative stamp for World Arabic Language Day, available at major travel hubs. Discover this cultural initiative celebrating Arabic heritage.
Singer Rahul Vaidya's social media takeaway from Messi's India tour, urging Indians to own their language, backfires as netizens point out his English post. Read the full story.
Cadet Ayush Raj of Sainik School Nalanda clinched the Best Speaker's Trophy at the Nalanda District Inter-School English Debate. The school also secured first position. Read about other educational events in Patna.
Chhattisgarh Assembly witnessed a heated debate on Vande Mataram's 150th anniversary. Speaker Raman Singh called it the freedom movement's life-force, while the Opposition cautioned against distorting history. Read the full debate details.
Activists condemn Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation for closing 20 schools citing low enrolment, warning of permanent student dropouts. Details inside.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticizes the use of Hindi words in official bills, calling it disrespectful to India's linguistic diversity. Read his full statement and the political debate.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticizes the use of Hindi words in parliamentary bill titles, calling it an affront to non-Hindi speaking people. He urges the government to use only English for titles.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has accepted AICC General Secretary K C Venugopal's challenge for a public debate. Read the full story on the latest political developments.
A woman from Delhi living in Bengaluru explains the practical benefits of learning Kannada, from easier auto rides to better market deals. Watch her story and see how language bridges gaps.
A fabricated quote pitting Ice Cube against LeBron James in the Michael Jordan GOAT debate went viral. Discover how the rapper shut down the misinformation and what it reveals about online debates.
A play at Jashn-e-Rekhta unveils the remarkable story of Urdu writer Razia Sajjad Zaheer and her husband Sajjad Zaheer, highlighting her literary achievements and their progressive partnership. Discover this hidden chapter of Indian literary history.
A bride's viral video playing a Shah Rukh Khan classic on guitar while in ghunghat ignites social media debate on tradition and talent. Watch the clip and join the discussion.
A 19-year-old student died by suicide after being assaulted for speaking Hindi on a Mumbai local train. The incident ignites the city's language debate. Read the full report.
Explore the crucial public discussions from DH Speak Out on December 4, 2025, covering political accountability, economic policies, and social justice. Read the full analysis.
Union Minister L Murugan claims he was denied the right to learn Hindi due to Tamil Nadu's political climate. He learned 'broken Hindi' only after moving to Delhi. Read his full statement.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan invites TN CM Stalin to Varanasi, emphasizes cultural unity at Kashi Tamil Sangamam. Read about the 'Learn Tamil' theme and the political backdrop.
Urdu dailies highlight the Election Commission's SIR controversy, BLO fatalities, a Hindu neighbour's land gift in Jammu, and Karnataka's CM transition. Read the full analysis.
Experts warn of a decline in academic language skills among Indian students. Learn about the causes, consequences, and solutions proposed by educators to revive scholarly communication.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasizes that promoting Hindi should not undermine India's diverse linguistic heritage. He notes a visible shift in government language use over the past decade.
Poet Chandra Prakash Verma advised young writers in Lucknow to use simple language and focus on shared emotions. Discover how to make your poetry resonate with a wider audience today!
Three-language committee concludes Maharashtra tour with public hearing. Key demands include compulsory Marathi until Class 12 and Hindi from Class 5. Panel considers online language options.