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Word of the Day (P-979) Xenomania: जिनोमेनिआ: Noun: A strong liking for foreign things, cultures, or people. Usage: 1. Xenomania is on the rise in India as many people embrace foreign cultures and trends. 2. The rich often show xenomania by frequently making foreign trips and buying imported goods. Paramarsh Education Wishes You a Happy Sunday! Please dial 9810770951 for Spoken English/ Communication Skills classes. #communicationskills #spokenenglish

#eastwestcorridor #EWC2024 #runwalkcycle East West Corridor 2024 Silchar to Porbandar 117/3300 kms Reached Maibang, Assam Maibang ~ mai means “rice”and bang means “lot of” of defining a land of prosperity). Its a town in in Dima Hasao district in the Indian state of Assam. The dominant languages spoken in the Dima Hasao area are Haflong, Hindi, Dimasa, Biate and English. Dimasa, Haflong, Biate all are under #definitelyendangered status . Dimasa language is one of the oldest languages spoken in North East India, particularly in Assam, Nagaland. The word Dimasa etymologically translates to “Son(s) [sa] of the big river [dima]”, i.e. the mighty Brahmaputra. Dimasa language is one of the last languages of North East India to retain its original vocabulary without being compromised by foreign languages Maibang was the capital of the erstwhile Dimasa kingdom, from the 16th to 18th century. The ruins of the kingdom can still be found. Among them the most popular is “Stone House” (In Dimasa it is called “Longthai ni Noh”) situated on the bank of Mahur River on south Maibang. Folklore Dimasa was once again attacked by Koches. A deity arrived in the king of Dimasa’s dream one night during the fight. The monarch asked the goddess to grant him power so that he could protect his kingdom. The deity told the Dimasa monarch to build a stone house in which he would find a weapon with which to fight the Koches. However, the goddess placed a condition that the building be built in a single night using only one piece of stone. According to legend, the monarch carried this large stone from the top of a mountain to this location on his back. He began construction on the home, but the rooster crowed before daylight. The King believed he had failed the deity’s test and walked out of the house unhappy, abandoning everything. #cycling #running #walking #travelstories #languages #endangeredlanguages #ibdianbhasha #savelanguages #stiries #folklore #maibang #dimasa #assam Cheers2Bhasha BIG BUDDY WORLD Nihar Pattanaik

Are you interested in expanding your cultural understanding and gaining valuable skills for the modern workplace? Our Centre for Aboriginal Studies (CAS) offers a free online training course, Nyungar Language and Culture, where you'll gain valuable insights into: 🗣️ Conversational Nyungar words and phrases 🔤 How to incorporate and use Nyungar words within basic conversational sentences 🌿Appreciation and respect for Nyungar spiritual and cultural beliefs 🌏 The importance of boodja (country) to Nyungar people and protocols for respecting boodja 📜 Key historical events shaping Nyungar culture and the impact of colonisation 🎨 Expression of Nyungar culture through art, music, and dance 🌿 Traditional wisdom on bush medicines and foods, reflecting the vast cultural knowledge of boodja Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NXz2Ig #CurtinUniversity #CurtinLife

#Language plays a key role in bringing people together, especially in India’s diverse cities where North and South #Indian cultures blend. For non-Kannadigas living in places like Bangalore, communicating with locals can often be challenging. That’s why this initiative of a poster featuring common Kannada phrases with English translations is so meaningful. This simple yet thoughtful resource helps non-Kannadigas navigate the city while making interactions smoother with #Kannada-speaking auto drivers. By learning a few basic greetings, people can show respect for the local culture and create a more personal connection. What makes this initiative truly special is its ability to bridge cultural gaps. A small gesture like saying #Namaskara can make a world of difference, opening up conversations and even friendships. In a city that might feel overwhelming for newcomers, this poster reminds us that language can build relationships and foster understanding, helping us feel more connected in our everyday lives.

Exploring the vibrant world of Malaysian culture at Jadi Batek! 🎨 From intricate designs to rich traditions, every thread tells a story. #JadiBatek #Malaysia #CulturalExploration #StudentTrip #TextileArt #TraditionalCrafts #GlobalLearning #CulturalHeritage #StudentTravel #DiscoverMalaysia #EducationalExperience #StudyAbroad #CulturalImmersion #ExploreTheWorld #TravelLearning #HandmadeCrafts"

MY HARI MALAYSIA Malaysia is not just a mark on the map; it is our shared home, a place where our children and grandchildren will grow and thrive. The land we know as Malaysia has been a significant region for the last 2000 years, bridging the East and the West since the days of Ptolemy’s Geographica map in the 2nd AD. We have always been a world famous destination, at the crossroads of the old and new - the cusp of a changing world. Let us be clear: where there is hatred, there can be no true happiness. Without equitability, genuine equal opportunities for all citizens will remain out of reach. Mere rhetoric calling for unity will not suffice; we need decisive actions to bridge the divide that threaten to fragment our society. In the present landscape, each segment of society promotes its identity independently. Many define our national identity looking at the mirror, instead of looking out the window to grasp the beautiful landscape that greets us. We have no problems embracing Chinese, Indian and all ethnicities from our hinterlands of Semenanjung, and Borneo. However, admittedly, we bury our beautiful Malay heritage and culture for fear it being too Malay-centric: forgetting the fact that we are in the middle of the Malay Archipelago. Nusantara. Asia Tenggara. We forget the fact that it is this very rich heritage and culture of the Malay World was the unique quality that attracted the world to this part of the world once. Our spice. Our gold. Our seafaring people who plied the ocean and traded with all people globally. Craftmanship. Philosophy. Our beautiful architecture. Literature and legends from the Malay Manuscripts. We witness a society increasingly segregated along racial and economic lines. and a highly urbanised population. To make matters worst, education, once a beacon of hope for unity, now finds itself divided among different school systems, perpetuating social disparities. Increasingly divided through the co-existence (as opposed to integration) of national, international and vernacular schools, we can no longer rely on our schools to be the breeding grounds for instilling unity. Reflecting on our past, we find remnants of colonial strategies aimed at dividing us along racial lines for easier manipulation. During the Colonial masters era, they were determined to keep us apart. They fed us narratives of the lazy native who should stay in the Kampung. Chinese in the cities because they were industrious. Indians in the rubber plantation. We see lately suggestions on the relocation of public housing to the outskirts - this mirrors exactly what the penjajah wanted to do to deepen the divide, pushing the less fortunate to the fringes of society. Our diversity is our strength, and only by standing together as one nation can we build a brighter tomorrow for all Malaysians. #alifeinspiredbyhikayat #hikayatfandom #selamatharimalaysia

Sinhala is another Indo-Aryan language spoken in Sri Lanka. This language is spoken by 16 million people. If you want to visit Sri Lanka, learn this language with our help: https://lnkd.in/dZQn4rKV #sinhala #srilanka #languagejourney

Kiswahili: not just a language, but a passport to a continent's soul. Kiswahili, a sun-kissed language on the East African coast, weaves a tapestry of ancient trade, diverse cultures, and rhythmic history. Born from Bantu and Arabic influences, it became a spice-laden language of commerce crossing the Indian Ocean. From Arabic merchants to Bantu storytellers, each left their mark, enriching its vocabulary and melody. Beyond scrolls, Kiswahili thrives on Nairobi's streets, in savannas, and in the laughter of children. It unifies tribes, fuels independence movements, and resonates in vibrant Swahili film. More than communication, it's a cultural inheritance with proverbs guiding conduct, poems of love, and folktales revealing ancestral secrets. Speaking Kiswahili connects us to wisdom and tradition, honoring those who came before. Its future is dynamic, embraced by artists, educators, and a new generation. From markets to digital platforms, Kiswahili evolves, adding new threads to its millennia-old tapestry. Listen closely to market calls, feel the rhythm in conversation—Kiswahili is more than a language; it's a celebration of diversity, a cultural bridge, and a rhythmic tapestry shimmering with possibilities in the East African sun. #kiswahiliculture #eastafrica #linguisticdiversity #traderoutes #CulturalTapestry #SwahiliWisdom #DiverseTraditions #africanlanguages #heritagecelebration #LanguageEvolution #africakonnect

As a Muslim-majority nation, the beautiful concept and teaching of Silahturahmi is well-known to most Indonesians from all backgrounds. Originating from the Arabic “Shilat al-rahim,” where “Shilat” means ‘to connect or establish or link,’ and “al-rahim” denotes ‘compassion,’ the term embodies a profound message. Kompas, 2022. This teaching truly resonates with me, serving as a beautiful reminder to maintain compassionate ties with everyone in our lives. It aligns with the essence of what “networking” should be—connecting and reconnecting with genuine intention to those beyond our immediate circle, whether at work or in our personal lives. During this joyous Eid Fitr celebration, it prompts us to reconnect those bonds of compassion towards all—a long-lost friend, a distant family member, former clients, colleagues, and everyone else around us. “Networking” shouldn’t be limited to times of need, but rather something we maintain regularly and genuinely, with or without any personal agenda. By embracing the spirit of Silahturahmi, we can build authentic relationships that go beyond transactional interactions. It encourages us to approach networking with empathy, care, and a desire to uplift one another. Wishing all my friends here a blessed Eid-ul-Fitr that fills your heart with joy and your home with happiness. May this occasion strengthen the ties that bind us together in compassion and inspire us to foster meaningful connections in all aspects of our lives. #Idulfitri2024 #Hunthirerecruitment #Executiverecruitment #Receuitmentconsultant