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Medical Curriculum Revision Sparks Outrage By Activists Over Omission Of Disability And Transgender Rights
The controversy led to widespread media coverage and public backlash, culminating in the withdrawal of the curriculum on Teachers' Day, September 5, 2024.
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Adani Foundation Ensures Employment For 111 Persons With Disabilities
Furthering its commitment to supporting persons with disabilities through livelihood opportunities, the Adani Group organised an employment fair in Mundra ahead of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is observed on December 3.
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These Three iPhone Features Make Technology More Accessible for Persons With Disabilities
Apple recently introduced new accessibility features as part of the iOS 17 update, allowing users to utilise on-device machine learning technology to create a copy of their voice or access a much more simplified interface an iPhone or iPad. Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we take a look at how iOS 17 can simplify the use of...
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World Braille Day 2021: DU To Host Webinar On January 4
World Braille Day 2021: To mark the birth anniversary of Louis Braille -- the inventor of Braille for persons with visual disabilities, World Braille Day is celebrated every year on January 4.
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World Disability Day 2020: Importance Of The Day In Times of COVID-19
The world marks International Day of Disabled Persons as COVID-19 brings in new challenges.
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World Disability Day 2020: Why There's A Need To Talk About Disability Today And Beyond
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities: From physical disabilities and Cerebral Palsy, autism spectrum disorder, persons with disabilities comprise a staggering 2.68 crore people, or 2.21 percent of the population in India.
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"Resilience, Fortitude Of Persons With Disabilities Inspire Us": PM Modi
World Disability Day 2020: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Under the Accessible India initiative, numerous measures have been taken that ensure there is a positive change in the lives of our Divyang sisters and brothers." PM Modi also said we must keep working towards ensuring better future for persons with disabilities by taking steps "in line...
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World Disability Day 2020: UN Calls For Greater Inclusion Amid Covid-19
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities 2020: Ahead of World Disability Day on December 3, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in society, including in COVID-19 response and recovery.
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World Disability Day Should Be Renamed As Day Of Persons With Special Ability: Vice President
'World Disabled Day' should be renamed as 'International Day of Persons With Special Ability' as such people have made immense contributions to the society and proved that nothing could stop them from achieving their goals, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said today.
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World Disability Day: Here's Why Rights Of Persons With Disabilities Are Important For Development Of Society As A Whole
Disability day 2019: The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed World Disability Day in 1992 by resolution 47/3. The day aims at promoting rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society.
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Railways' Rules For Online Ticket Reservation And Cancellation Explained
IRCTC or Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, the e-ticketing arm of Indian Railways, has set certain rules for booking and cancellation of train tickets. Passengers can book a ticket up to 120 days in advance for all classes and trains, according to IRCTC's website - irctc.co.in. IRCTC allows senior citizens, journalists and persons wi...
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Lok Sabha Passes Two Bills Amid Protests By Congress And TDP
The Lok Sabha on Thursday managed to pass two bills before adjourning for the day amid protests by Opposition parties including Congress and TDP on various issues. The two bills passed were - the Consumer Protection Bill, 2018 and the National Trust for Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities (A...
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IIM Bangalore Event Showcases Innovative Assistive Solutions
This event was aligned with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is December 3.
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Disability Knows No Bounds. Kolkata Couple's Story Of Love, Struggle
The world celebrated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Monday. But for a couple in Kolkata, it has been a celebration everyday since June 7 when their adopted daughter came home. The mother, one of India's best know and most vocal disability activists, has cerebral palsy.
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Polio Can't Stop Differently Abled Entrepreneur From Reaching For Stars
Stricken by polio virus at a tender age of two, Radhambika S did not stop reaching for the stars -- she went on to create a company that makes components for India's space programme. On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, NDTV spoke with the owner of Sivavasu Electronics to listen to stories about her outstanding work.
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Medical Curriculum Revision Sparks Outrage By Activists Over Omission Of Disability And Transgender Rights
The controversy led to widespread media coverage and public backlash, culminating in the withdrawal of the curriculum on Teachers' Day, September 5, 2024.
-
Adani Foundation Ensures Employment For 111 Persons With Disabilities
Furthering its commitment to supporting persons with disabilities through livelihood opportunities, the Adani Group organised an employment fair in Mundra ahead of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is observed on December 3.
-
These Three iPhone Features Make Technology More Accessible for Persons With Disabilities
Apple recently introduced new accessibility features as part of the iOS 17 update, allowing users to utilise on-device machine learning technology to create a copy of their voice or access a much more simplified interface an iPhone or iPad. Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we take a look at how iOS 17 can simplify the use of...
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World Braille Day 2021: DU To Host Webinar On January 4
World Braille Day 2021: To mark the birth anniversary of Louis Braille -- the inventor of Braille for persons with visual disabilities, World Braille Day is celebrated every year on January 4.
-
World Disability Day 2020: Importance Of The Day In Times of COVID-19
The world marks International Day of Disabled Persons as COVID-19 brings in new challenges.
-
World Disability Day 2020: Why There's A Need To Talk About Disability Today And Beyond
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities: From physical disabilities and Cerebral Palsy, autism spectrum disorder, persons with disabilities comprise a staggering 2.68 crore people, or 2.21 percent of the population in India.
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"Resilience, Fortitude Of Persons With Disabilities Inspire Us": PM Modi
World Disability Day 2020: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Under the Accessible India initiative, numerous measures have been taken that ensure there is a positive change in the lives of our Divyang sisters and brothers." PM Modi also said we must keep working towards ensuring better future for persons with disabilities by taking steps "in line...
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World Disability Day 2020: UN Calls For Greater Inclusion Amid Covid-19
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities 2020: Ahead of World Disability Day on December 3, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in society, including in COVID-19 response and recovery.
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World Disability Day Should Be Renamed As Day Of Persons With Special Ability: Vice President
'World Disabled Day' should be renamed as 'International Day of Persons With Special Ability' as such people have made immense contributions to the society and proved that nothing could stop them from achieving their goals, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said today.
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World Disability Day: Here's Why Rights Of Persons With Disabilities Are Important For Development Of Society As A Whole
Disability day 2019: The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed World Disability Day in 1992 by resolution 47/3. The day aims at promoting rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society.
-
Railways' Rules For Online Ticket Reservation And Cancellation Explained
IRCTC or Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, the e-ticketing arm of Indian Railways, has set certain rules for booking and cancellation of train tickets. Passengers can book a ticket up to 120 days in advance for all classes and trains, according to IRCTC's website - irctc.co.in. IRCTC allows senior citizens, journalists and persons wi...
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Lok Sabha Passes Two Bills Amid Protests By Congress And TDP
The Lok Sabha on Thursday managed to pass two bills before adjourning for the day amid protests by Opposition parties including Congress and TDP on various issues. The two bills passed were - the Consumer Protection Bill, 2018 and the National Trust for Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities (A...
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IIM Bangalore Event Showcases Innovative Assistive Solutions
This event was aligned with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is December 3.
-
Disability Knows No Bounds. Kolkata Couple's Story Of Love, Struggle
The world celebrated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Monday. But for a couple in Kolkata, it has been a celebration everyday since June 7 when their adopted daughter came home. The mother, one of India's best know and most vocal disability activists, has cerebral palsy.
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Polio Can't Stop Differently Abled Entrepreneur From Reaching For Stars
Stricken by polio virus at a tender age of two, Radhambika S did not stop reaching for the stars -- she went on to create a company that makes components for India's space programme. On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, NDTV spoke with the owner of Sivavasu Electronics to listen to stories about her outstanding work.
