GU Convocation: Visually impaired student wins 7th gold medal
At Gujarat University's 74th convocation, Dhairya Mankand, with only 10% vision, won her 7th gold medal. Over 40,000 degrees awarded. Read this inspiring story of resilience.
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UoM Convection: Students from Humble Backgrounds Shine
The 106th University of Mysore convocation celebrated academic excellence. Students from daily wage families, a bus conductor's daughter, and a visually challenged scholar won multiple gold medals, showcasing grit and dedication. Read their inspiring stor
Blind Boy's Determined Stair Walk with Cane Goes Viral
A video of Simon, a visually impaired boy, confidently navigating stairs with a cane and his mother's guidance has inspired millions. Watch this heartwarming story of independence and trust.
First Braille Library in UP Opens at DSMNRU, Lucknow
Dr Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University inaugurates a state-first braille library with 4000 books, aiding visually impaired students in higher education. Explore this landmark initiative.
Prayagraj celebrates World Braille Day, honors Louis Braille
Prayagraj celebrated World Braille Day and Louis Braille's 217th birth anniversary. Retired banker Om Prakash Singh, a triple Guinness record holder, unveiled a Braille book on the city's history.
Telangana to Provide Braille Textbooks for Higher Education
Telangana minister Adluri Laxman Kumar announced a GO for Braille textbooks in intermediate & degree colleges, ensuring access for visually impaired students. The state also launched its first Braille calendar.
Uttar Pradesh Inaugurates First Braille Library in Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh launches its first state-level Braille library in Lucknow, offering over 500 books and digital resources to empower the visually impaired community.
Louis Braille's Legacy: Seeing the World Through Touch
On Louis Braille's 215th birth anniversary, we explore his revolutionary tactile script that empowered millions of visually impaired individuals with literacy and independence. Discover his inspiring story.
Blind Students in Ahmedabad Opt for Maths, Aim for Tech Jobs
In Ahmedabad, visually impaired students are breaking barriers by choosing mathematics, aided by innovative labs and new exam rules. Discover how tactile models and policy changes are creating new opportunities.
Karnataka Board Permits Computers for Visually Challenged in Exams
KSEAB will allow visually impaired students to use computers for SSLC and II PU exams from 2025-26, following CBSE guidelines. Learn about the new rules and how it empowers students.
Major Reforms Reshape Indian School Education in 2025
India's school education undergoes a multi-faceted transformation in 2025 with a new 5+3+3+4 structure, two board exams, and a push for skills. Explore the key changes and challenges.
Patna Targets 500 Child Cochlear Implants by Mid-2026
Patna DM announces ambitious 'Shravan Shruti' mission to perform 500 cochlear implant surgeries for hearing-impaired children under six by mid-2026. Learn how the district plans to achieve this.
Kolhapur PHC Helps Hearing-Impaired Woman Deliver Baby
A team of six healthcare workers at a Kolhapur PHC successfully delivered a baby for a hearing and speech-impaired woman using gestures and clinical analysis. Read this inspiring story of inclusive healthcare.
UNESCO Hails Odisha's Mother Tongue Education for Tribal Kids
UNESCO's 2025 report lauds Odisha's mother tongue-based multilingual education for tribal students as a national model, showing improved learning outcomes. Discover how the state's pioneering approach works.
Blind Women's Cricket World Cup Winners Visit BCCI Headquarters
The triumphant Indian blind women's cricket team, fresh from their T20 World Cup victory in South Africa, visited the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai for a celebratory felicitation ceremony.
PGI's Braille Artificial Eye Wins National Award
PGIMER's innovative Braille-embedded ocular prosthesis helps a visually impaired child gain independence, winning first prize at a national conference. Discover this groundbreaking patient-centric solution.
Sign Language Testimonies Key in School Assault Conviction
A Mumbai court convicts a former principal and teacher for assaulting speech & hearing-impaired girls. Expert sign language interpretation proved crucial. Read the full report.
President Murmu honours visually-impaired student Tamanna
President Droupadi Murmu felicitated Tamanna, a visually-impaired Class 12 student, for her academic excellence. Discover her inspiring journey and the recognition at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Tendulkar Meets Historic Women's Blind Cricket Team
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar met the triumphant Indian women's blind cricket team, calling them history-makers who have inspired a generation. Read about their incredible journey.
Visually impaired Muskan Negi earns PhD, becomes HP's first
Muskan Negi, an Election Commission Youth Icon, creates history as Himachal Pradesh's first fully visually impaired woman to earn a PhD. Discover her inspiring journey of determination.
BMTC's 'Onboard' Assistive System Wins Prestigious Award
Bengaluru's BMTC wins an award for its 'Onboard' system, designed to assist visually impaired passengers with bus arrivals, boarding, and route guidance. Read about this inclusive innovation.
Chandigarh Institute for Blind Holds Annual Sports Meet
The Institute for the Blind in Chandigarh's Sector 26 kicked off its annual sports meet at Sector 7 Complex. 168 athletes are competing across 30 events, with Sports Director Saurabh Kumar Arora promising upgraded facilities.
Visually Impaired Couple Defrauded in Kanpur Plot Scam
A visually impaired couple in Kanpur's Rawatpur was cheated of Rs 90,000 in a land deal. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fraud. Read the full story.
Kanpur: Blind man killed by brother, friend over drinking
In a shocking incident in Kanpur, a 42-year-old visually impaired man was murdered by his younger brother and a friend. The crime occurred after he opposed their drinking habit. Police have arrested one accused.
German Team Lauds KSRTC's Accessibility System
A German delegation visited Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation to review 'Dhwani Spandana-OnBoard', an innovative audio navigation system enhancing bus accessibility for the visually impaired. Discover how this initiative is setting new standards.
Talking Book Library Empowers Visually-Impaired Students
Berhampur University's new 'talking book library' converts texts to audio, aiding visually-impaired students in independent research. Discover how this initiative promotes inclusive higher education.
Andhra's Karuna Kumari, 15, Triumphs at Blind T20 World Cup
P. Karuna Kumari, a 15-year-old visually impaired cricketer from Andhra Pradesh, overcomes isolation to score crucial runs in India's Blind Women's T20 World Cup victory. Read her inspiring journey.
Odisha CM honours blind women T20 World Cup winners
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi honoured four blind women cricketers from the state, part of India's T20 World Cup winning team, with Rs 11 lakh each. Read about their inspiring journey and the call for government jobs.
Chennai's Blind Football Program Fosters Dreams & Confidence
Meet T Manivasagam & B Sheik Irfan, visually impaired footballers in Chennai. Discover how TNBFA's 'Acham Thavir' program is breaking barriers and building an Olympic culture. Read their inspiring journey.
Bengaluru IT Corridor Gets First Tactile Footpaths
Bengaluru's Brookefield area gets first brushed-concrete footpaths with tactile tiles for visually impaired. 200-meter pilot project launched by East City Corporation promises better accessibility.
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