[AI] Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2015 : APP-ATHON; 21st May @Bangalore

BarrierBreak in association with NASSCOM Foundation are organizing an 'APP-ATHON' to celebrate 'Global Accessibility Awareness Day' ( http://gaad.strikingly.com/ ) for developer teams in companies with mobile apps as products on 21 May, at YOGISTHAAN (http://www.yogist

[AI] Be a part of the accessibility in India Community Group @w3c

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Re: [AI] Be a part of the accessibility in India Community Group @w3c

Please click on the log in tab above and request or an account to join the group. Alternatively, there is a join this group button to your right hand side in the page. Hope this helps Regards Ramya -Original Message- From: AccessIndia [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Be

Re: [AI] Be a part of the accessibility in India Community Group @w3c

I will ask my colleague Amit to help you on this tomorrow. Thanks Ramya -Original Message- From: AccessIndia [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of timy sebastian ettumanoor Sent: Thursday, July 16, 2015 9:06 PM To: AccessIndia: a list for discussing accessibility an

Re: [AI] Be a part of the accessibility in India Community Group @w3c

Hi, I just confirmed with my colleague Amit. He was easily able to join the group. There is a join this group link to the right of the page when you scroll down a bit. Please do try again. https://www.w3.org/community/accessibilityinindia/ Also, there is a mailing list wherein you would receive m

Re: [AI] Be a part of the accessibility in India Community Group@w3c

Thanks Bhavesh. Since I do not use a screen reader, I think I was unable to explain well. Sorry friends Thanks once again Regards Ramya -Original Message- From: AccessIndia [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Bhavya shah Sent: Saturday, July 18, 2015 5:42 PM To:

[AI] BarrierBreak ebook Grant

Hello Friends, Are you an NGO or do you know of any who is working in the space of disability and has released printed books to create awareness. Barrierbreak is looking to support a few NGOs by converting their printed book as accessible ebooks, so that the content can reach a larger audience.

[AI] Announcing Techshare India 2016 - Towards Digital Inclusion

Glad to announce the 5th edition of Techshare India 2016 to be held on 3rd & 4th March, 2016 at New Delhi which will focus on implementing equal access through the theme "Towards Digital Inclusion". The call for papers for Techshare India 2016 is now open. Want to share your knowledge on acc

Re: [AI] Announcing Techshare India 2016 - Towards Digital Inclusion

On Thu, Jul 30, 2015 at 6:15 PM, Ramya Venkitesh wrote: > Glad to announce the 5th edition of Techshare India 2016 to be held on 3rd > & > 4th > > March, 2016 at New Delhi which will focus on implementing equal access > through > > the theme "Towards Digital

[AI] Gentle Reminder: Call for papers for Techshare India 2016 is now open.

Dear Friends, This is a gentle reminder that the call for papers for Techshare India 2016 is now open. We would like to hear from you. The theme for 2016 is 'Towards Digital Inclusion'. The last date for submission of your abstract is 15th September 2015.

[AI] Registration for Techshare India 2016

Dear Friends, Wishing you all a very Happy 2016! The registration for Techshare India 2016 is on full swing and we have some very interesting presentations lined up for both the days i.e. 3rd and 4th March 2016. Check out the draft agenda http://techshare.barrierbreak.com/techshare-india-20

Re: [AI] Registration for Techshare India 2016

, avinash shahi wrote: > Interesting list of speakers and the sessions; looking forward to the > conference. > > On 1/13/16, Ramya Venkitesh wrote: >> Dear Friends, >> >> >> >> Wishing you all a very Happy 2016! >> >> >> >> The registrat

Re: [AI] Announcing the launch of Accessible Menu reading app - GoodFood Talks

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[AI] Free Skype Training - Reading Books & Documents for Visually Impaired on a Computer

Struggling to read ebooks, newspapers and online documents! Now learn to use EasyReader, an accessible eBook reader for students with dyslexia, low vision or blindness. * Browse and read millions of books and newspapers * Supports English & Hindi language content * Listen and rea

Re: [AI] Free Skype Training - Reading Books & Documents for Visually Impaired on a Computer

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Re: [AI] Free Skype Training - Reading Books & Documents for Visually Impaired on a Computer

hould I register please guide me I > want to attend this workshop. > > > On 2/1/16, Ramya Venkitesh wrote: >> Struggling to read ebooks, newspapers and online documents! Now learn >> to use EasyReader, an accessible eBook reader for students with >> dyslexia, low vis

[AI] Register for Free skype training

Dear Friends, Few tickets remaining for FREE Skype Training on Reading Books & Documents for Visually Impaired on a Computer. Register now to join this training https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reading-books-documents-for-visually-impaired-o n-a-computer-tickets-21196149253 Warm Regards Ramya

[AI] Launch of NewzHook - Accessible Android Mobile App

BarrierBreak is proud to launch NewzHook, an Accessible Mobile Android App for everyone with News in Sign Language. NewzHook aims to provide simple and clear news that matters to everyone of us, but differently. NewzHook is the first news app that is accessible to visually impaired users, deaf

Re: [AI] Launch of NewzHook - Accessible Android Mobile App

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[AI] Walk- In Interviews - Accessibility Tester

BarrierBreak Solutions Pvt Ltd is conducting walk-in interviews for Visually Impaired candidates for ' Trainee Accessibility Tester' profile at Delhi on 2nd March between 2pm to 5 pm and on 5th March between 10:30 am to 3pm. Venue for walk-in interviews: Score Foundation 17 / 107, Lower Gr

[AI] Exhibition at Techshare India 2016

Hello Everybody, As you all know, the 5th edition of Techshare India 2016 would be held on 3rd and 4th March, 2016 at India Habitat center New Delhi. The 2 day event will also have exhibition that would be FREE for all to visit and explore the latest in accessibility and assistive technology pr

Re: [AI] Talking ATM Locator runner-up - Global Elevate Awards 2016

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[AI] Simple and Short News App Accessible with ScreenReader

Dear All, Have you downloaded the NewzHook app - Simple and Short News App Accessible with ScreenReader? Or you also have the option to view it in high contrast with different text sizes. Don't have time, just want a summary of the key happening in the world. We write simple and easy to und

[AI] 3 Myths about living independently with Low Vision!

Dear All, Sharing an article from Linkedin published by Shilpi Kapoor, BarrierBreak I have been working with the visually impaired for the last 18 years and find that people don't understand the challenges of low vision. The assumption is always that you have lost your total sight! So not t

[AI] Supernova Magnifier & Speech - Technology Donation for NGOs working with Low Vision & Employment

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[AI] Freelance Job: Blind Movie Critic

Do you enjoying watching movies or films ? Do you have lot of thoughts on every movie that you watch? Then we need you! Get FREE tickets and watch a Hollywood/Bollywood movie every Friday along with one of your friend. Write a review on the same day. So if you are a movie fanatic, apply for the

[AI] Magnify on the Go - Easy Reading Solution for People with Low Vision!

Continuing our study on assistive technology for people with visual impairment BarrierBreak has realized that people with low vision very often face issues while reading from printed material in day to day circumstances such as reading from letters and documents in office, reading a newspaper at ho

Re: [AI] Magnify on the Go - Easy Reading Solution for People with Low Vision!

techshare india conference. hearty congratulations to the entire team involved in it for this event, thanks, On 2/27/14, Ramya Venkitesh wrote: > Continuing our study on assistive technology for people with visual > impairment BarrierBreak has realized that people with low vision very

[AI] Job Vacancy - Accessibility Tester

Thanks & Regards Ramya Venkitesh Register at the dedicated AccessIndia list for discussing accessibility of mobile phones / Tabs on: http://mail.accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/mobile.accessindia_accessindia.org.in Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.c

[AI] Invitation for 'ASES 2014' - India's only leadership event dedicated to the Education & Training sector

INDIA DIDACTICS ASSOCIATION CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO ASIAN SUMMIT ON EDUCATION & SKILLS 10 - 12 September 2014 | New Delhi INDIA'S ONLY LEADERSHIP EVENT DEDICATED TO THE EDUCATION AND TRAINING SECTOR Greetings! India Didactics Association is delig

[AI] Training Program on Web Accessibility Testing

uate Venue: BarrierBreak Office, Mumbai To enroll yourself for this program please send us a mail at h...@n-syst.com and you can also reach us at 022-26860485 or 7738085715. Please Note: No Accommodation will be provided to any participant. Regards Ramya Venkitesh Clean India Camp

[AI] Learn and get job - Web accessibility testing

BarrierBreak is organizing a Training Program on Web Accessibility Testing. Training Dates: 15th of November, 2014 to 15th of December, 2014 in Mumbai at BarrierBreak office. Duration: 40hrs of training on Web Accessibility Testing and 20hrs of Practice. Fees: Rs.2, 000/- per person. Eligibilit

[AI] How we inspire Accessibility Professionals at BarrierBreak!

By Shilpi Kapoor, CEO, BarrierBreak As an entrepreneur, one of the three P's of growing an organization is People. BarrierBreak aims to create a limitless future for people with disabilities by using technology as an enabler. Our aim is to assist organizations to make their technology accessible

[AI] Being Albino - A first person account by Prashant Naik

Being Albino - A first person account by Prashant Naik Yes, I have low vision and am very nearsighted because of oculocutaneous albinism, which is the name given to a group of conditions that affect the colouring of the hair, skin and eyes. I look different, with white skin, swinging eyeballs an

Re: [AI] Freelance Job: Blind Movie Critic

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[AI] BarrierBreak is hiring Trainee Accessibility Testers - Walk-in Interview

Walk-in interviews at Barrierbreak on Wednesday 29th June, 2016 from 10am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm. for people with visual impairment for the position of Trainee Accessibility Testers. Looking for an opportunity to learn, grow and excel your career in the Accessibility industry. BarrierBreak, pio

[AI] Radio station that gives voice to people with disabilities - My Take

At Radio Udaan , we believe in reaching out to everyone and we do this by holding workshops that focus on inclusion, and better socialization of people with disabilities. We hold talks in schools and institutions to create better awareness an

[AI] We have hired 3 and are looking out for more: Walk-in Interview

Dear Friends, We have hired 3 people from last walk -in and are looking out for more. Walk-in interviews at Barrierbreak on Tuesday 12th June, 2016 from 10am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm. for people with visual impairment for the position of Tra

[AI] Making travel accessible for all - My Take

NewzHook : Accessible news for all Making travel accessible for all - My Take A few years ago, I needed to travel from Worcester to London and booked a seat on British Rail. I mentioned that I was visually impaired and needed help. I was told to call a certain number as

[AI] Gentle reminder: Walk in interview tomorrow

Walk-in interviews at Barrierbreak on Tuesday 12th July, 2016 from 10am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm. for people with visual impairment for the position of Trainee Accessibility Testers. An opportunity to learn, grow and excel your career in the Accessibility industry. Job Description: -Testing websites

[AI] Call for papers Techshare India 2016 - Last date extended to 30th September

To be considered for a session at Techshare India 2016, please submit your abstract today. <http://techshare.barrierbreak.com/techshare-india-2016-call-for-papers/call -for-paper-2/> Call for papers closes on 30th September 2015! So hurry up!!! Thanks & Regards Ramya Venkitesh

[AI] Last 2 days to submit your paper for Techshare India 2016

To be considered for a session at Techshare India 2016, please submit your abstract today. <http://techshare.barrierbreak.com/techshare-india-2016-call-for-papers/call -for-paper-2/> Warm Regards Ramya Venkitesh Register at the dedicated AccessIndia list for discussing accessibility

[AI] Accessibility in India Community Group

We are doing something interesting in the area of Accessibility and thought we should share this with the group. W3C and its member organisation, BarrierBreak have recently started the 'Accessibility in India Community Group'. The group is formed with the primary objective of spreading awareness ab

[AI] Registration for Techshare India 2016

Hello Everybody, Registration for Techshare India 2016 is now open! Join us in building a digitally inclusive society. Registration link is : http://techshare2016.doattend.com/ Warm Regards Ramya Register at the dedicated AccessIndia list for

Re: [AI] Registration for Techshare India 2016

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[AI] Techshare India 2016 - Special rate for students, educators and parents

Hello Friends, We have special discounted rates for students, educators and parents. Do register for Techshare India 2016. http://techshare2016.doattend.com/ We have speakers from Accenture, PayPal, G3ict, TCS, DAISY Consortium, Ebay, Mobile Manufacturers Forum, Point of View

[AI] Nominate Accessible Innovations

Hope you all are doing well. I wanted to share with you a new initiative of BarrierBreak - Global Elevate Award . We believe that there is innovation that is happening in the accessibility & assistive technology domain, but most of the time the awareness and the mar

[AI] Mumbai Accessibility Meetup - 3rd August

and Sharing Ideas • 7:00 pm Wrap-up Please make sure your RSVP on the Meetup includes your First and Last name. (https://www.meetup.com/a11y_mumbai/events/241839090/) Looking forward to your visit on August 3! Thanks & Regards Ramya Venkitesh | Head New Initiatives BarrierBreak Solutions

[AI] Are you joining us for the First Accessibility Meetup - Mumbai - 3rd August

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[AI] New ‘Daisy’ technology to help blind school kids in exam preparation

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[AI] Click away & win cash prizes - enter the NewzHook PhotoAbility Contest!

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[AI] Last 5 days to submit your entry for the NewzHook Photo Contest

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[AI] Newzhook Special report - Shocking insensitivity by Air Asia

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[AI] Blind swimmer Kanchanmala Pande makes India proud.

Hello, Proud moment for Indian sports at the World Para-Swimming Championships.. https://newzhook.com/story/15120 Regards Ramya The list has now migrated to www.accessindia.inclusivehabitat.in You should now post to the id: a...@accessindia.inclusivehabitat.in Search for old postings at: h

[AI] #NoMoreBarriers Movement – Let’s be a voice for everyone!

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[AI] The Power of Braille Series

4 January is World Braille Day and in our series The Power of Braille, we profile initiatives that are using the language of the blind to inform, empower and entertain India's blind population. We begin with a profile of eye surgeon Dr Shalini Shetty, who is part of the team at the Apollo Group of

[AI] Meet the man behind India's 1st cricket tournament for the blind

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[AI] Huge setback for disability sector - Javed Abidi, pioneer of India's disability rights movement, passes away

Very sad news for the disability sector: Javed Abidi, pioneer of India's disability rights movement, passes away - https://newzhook.com/story/16681 Regards Ramya The list has now migrated to www.accessindia.inclusivehabitat.in You should now post to the id: a...@accessindia.inclusivehabitat.in

[AI] Career Support Activity for Visually Impaired

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[AI] Tell Reserve Bank of India about suggestions made by blind people regarding rupee notes, says Delhi High Court to Centre

The Delhi High Court has directed the central government to place before the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) suggestions made by visually impaired people regarding rupee notes. These are suggestions on the ways to tell the differences between various different rupee notes. https://newzhook.com/story/17

[AI] If you are in Mumbai, do attend this event by Godrej India Culture Lab

Freedom to be Flawed: Awkward Conversations around Disability - https://newzhook.com/story/17557 RSVP: http://indiaculturelab.org/events/special-events/the-freedom-to-be-flawed-aw kward-conversations-around-disability/ Regards Ramya Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-

[AI] Mark your calendar - An evening talking about access, inclusion and disability

BarrierBreak and NewzHook is glad to support "The Freedom to be Flawed - Awkward Conversations around Disability " - an event by

[AI] Amrit Scholarship for Disability Studies announced for masters' level students

* The Amrit Foundation of India aims to promote disability research in India. To start with, Amrit has announced the launch of its scholarship program for masters' level students for 2018-19. * Applicants should complete the Amrit Foundation of India - Scholarship Award for Master

[AI] Lack of vision a blessing in disguise

When Prashant Ranjan Verma lost 90% of his vision at the age of 19 due to a fungal infection, he thought his world had ended. For six years, he stayed inside his home. His family was depressed by what happened to him. Verma even thought of committing suicide. Today Verma, who is 42 years old, cal

[AI] These blind massage therapists can heal your knots with their touch

Source - https://newzhook.com/story/18779 As Lata Sadashiv gently strokes the base of your neck, the phrase 'healing touch' starts to make perfect sense. A blind massage therapist at Sparsh Foot Spa in Mumbai, her fingers seem to know exactly which spot to hit. It is a skill that speaks volu

[AI] Disabled civil service aspirants, all roads lead to Hosabelaku!

disabilities are interested, but find it hard to access coaching centres that can help them. It is this lack that Hosabelaku aims to fill. Read in detail about Hosabelaku: https://newzhook.com/story/19572 Thanks & Regards Ramya Venkitesh BarrierBreak <http://barrierbr

[AI] Launch of 6 by 6 - A toolkit of solutions for the blind and people with visual impairment

7J7Yl0C97lupAk2 or if you would like to send us a note on the experience please feel free to send an email to 6...@barrierbreak.com <mailto:6...@barrierbreak.com> Thanks & Regards Ramya Venkitesh | BarrierBreak Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.c

[AI] Check out Darsana, a virtual assistant for blind & visually impaired people!

uilt it as the ideal solution. Read the full story here https://newzhook.com/story/19732 Regards Ramya Venkitesh www.newzhook.com <http://www.newzhook.com> Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe s

[AI] Cooking classes for the blind and people with visual impairment, every week in Mumbai

oven. Chopping vegetables for salads, etc. For chopping, we will first hold their hands and teach them how far to keep the handle from their fingers." - Shirin Kheriwala, Counsellor/Teacher For more details go to https://newzhook.com/story/19747 Warm Regards Ramya Venkitesh www.ne

[AI] 21 disabilities under RPWD 2016 - Blindness

Today, Newz Hook talks about Blindness, one of the 21 disabilities that is covered under the RPWD ACT 2016. As per law people are considered to be blind or with low vision if they have any of the following conditions . Total absence of sight or . Visual acuity

[AI] CBSE takes a big step towards inclusion, to make it easier for disabled students to take exams

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is being a torchbearer for inclusion. In a remarkable move, this education board is gearing up to provide certain exemptions to disabled students during their board exams. Recently, the Punjab and Haryana High Courts asked the CBSE to prepare a list

[AI] Jyothirgamaya Foundation is empowering blind students with a can do attitude

Tiffany Brar needs no introduction. This blind young woman is walking her own special path as a successful entrepreneur, motivational speaker and teacher. Her organization, Jyothirgamaya Foundation, based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is helping to empower blind people since 2015. Jyothirgamaya a

[AI] Running with a visual disability is about equality, not greatness, says marathoner Vineet Saraiwala

e was introduced to by Reuben, a blind runner from Israel some years ago. Read his inspiring story here: https://newzhook.com/story/19990 Regards Ramya Venkitesh BarrierBreak <http://www.barrierbreak.com/> | Newz Hook <http://www.newzhook.com/> Search for old postings at

[AI] PayTM's growing inaccessibility for blind users throws spotlight on issues with most websites

t of a hit-and-try now. Each time there is a new version, it becomes that much harder to cope with." - George Abraham, Disability rights activist Read the complete story: https://newzhook.com/story/20066 Thanks & Regards Ramya Venkitesh Search for old postings at: ht

[AI] What matters is how we run the race - Guest Column by Vineet Saraiwala, visually impaired marathoner

Like Marathon and Death, everyone completes the race. What matters is how we complete it. As I was crossing the finishing line of the Ladakh Marathon, I was in tears. I had a sense of accomplishment, relief, jubilation and calm. A Zen-like feeling that left me feeling tranquil. Running at high alti

[AI] Browsing the web using Narrator

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[AI] Disability groups fume over Supreme Court order on "reasonable sight, hearing, speech faculties" for judicial officer

challenge the ruling. Read in detail: https://newzhook.com/story/21160 Regards Ramya Venkitesh BarrierBreak Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the s

[AI] Paytm modifies app to make it accessible for blind, low vision users

hat specifically addresses the issues faced by people with visual disabilities. This is thanks to the efforts Mumbai lawyer Amar Jain, who persisted in the face of constant stonewalling from the company. Read in detail https://newzhook.com/story/21158 Regards, Ramya Venkitesh BarrierBreak

[AI] TouchVision brings pictures alive for people with visual disabilities

n alumnus of Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-D) to develop TouchVision. Read on to know more about TouchVision https://newzhook.com/story/21169 Warm Regards Ramya Venkitesh BarrierBreak Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To

[AI] How ableist thy is? - Guest column by Dr Sanjay Jain, disability rights activist & law professor

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[AI] "As my vision grows weaker, the will to try harder grows" - My take by Gaurav Jhunjhunwala

n the blackboard. Continue Reading this inspiring story https://newzhook.com/story/21173 Regards Ramya Venkitesh Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the sub

[AI] On National Voters Day, Karnataka government pledges accessible voting for everyone

Source: Newz Hook National Voter's day on 25 January is a day dedicated to bringing together the youth to vote and take part in the political process. This year the focus was on disabled voters across many states with Karnataka taking the lead to introduce meas

[AI] Naa Mein Naa Hai, No Means No - Guest Column by Nidhi Goyal, Disabled activist & comedian

This week's guest columnist is Nidhi Goyal, the well-known activist and comedian working on disability rights and gender justice. Nidhi is the founder-director of Rising Flame, a Mumbai- based non-profit working on rights of persons with disabilities with a focus on women and youth. Her work spans

[AI] Mumbai's Wilson College's certificate course in disability studies finds widespread support

It was in the year 2008, that residents of St Andrews House, the former hostel of Wilson College and Principal Dr Sam Skariah came up with the idea of setting up the Andrews Vision Centre (AVC). Started with the aim of helping blind and low vision students, the AVC gives them access to the all the

[AI] Move to promote inclusion or mere gimmick? Disability-themed emojis for 2019 get mixed reviews

Source: Newz Hook https://newzhook.com/story/21333 Love them or hate them, but emojis are an integral part of social media and our daily lives. Pretty much every emotion and state of mind has an emoji, barring people with disabilities who have not been so well represented. Well, 2019 will change

[AI] Disabled people are routine targets of abuse by Indian politicians despite laws banning this

Abusive statements about people with disabilities is punishable under Indian law, then why is it that some political leaders get away with making them repeatedly? That is the focus on Story of the Week. "Is he talking about himself? Now he is both chowkidar and chor? Is it schizophrenia?" - Rahul

[AI] Review petition challenging 50% vision, hearing disability limit for judge's post to be filed next week

The Supreme Court bench order stipulating a 50% disability limit in hearing and vision impairment for the post of civil judge is all set to be challenged. Next week, Advocate V Surendra Mohan plans to file a review petition seeking that the order be placed before a larger bench. Advocate Mohan wa

[AI] Chessbase India bats for disabled players at a time when official support is hard to come by

Their travels across India to understand the chess scenario brought home to Sagar Shah, Co-founder, Chessbase India, the country's biggest chess news portal, and wife Samvita the incredible talent that is waiting to be tapped. Starting 2017, the Shahs visited 44 cities and recorded 1,500 videos of

[AI] "After playing for 15 years, I am getting recognition now" - My Take by blind chess champ Kishan Gangolli

In My Take this week, blind Kishan Gangolli, regarded as the greatest blind chess player that India has ever produced, talks about his journey reaching the top of the game and why he nearly quit playing. Growing up in Shimoga, Karnataka, I could never participate in games or play outdoor sports li

[AI] 63 government websites now accessible for disabled people, claims Centre. Not enough, says experts

Many government websites, both of the states and the Centre, remain inaccessible to people with disabilities. This is an issue that the disabled community and experts have raised time and again. In a recent development, the Centre informed the Madras High Court that over 63 government websites hav

[AI] #LovePossible - Newlyweds Shilpa & Danish Mahajan are setting serious couple goals

In our special month-long coverage around Valentine's Day, we bring you the story of newlyweds Shilpa Kashyap and Danish Mahajan. It was her simplicity that struck Danish Mahajan when he met Shilpa Kashyap for the first time over a year ago. Shilpa was a volunteer with an NGO in Delhi, where she w

[AI] Petition challenging new postgraduate medical admission rules to come up in court

Today the Delhi High Court will hear the petition against the recent guidelines of the Medical Council of India (MCI) regarding the upcoming Postgraduate (PG) Counselling 2019 for disabled medical students. Watching the proceedings closely is Mohammed Shaloo, a practicing doctor for two years with

[AI] IIT-Delhi launches Braille laptop DotBook, an India first

IIT-Delhi launches Braille laptop DotBook, an India first https://newzhook.com/story/21530 The Indian Institute of Technology-Delhi (IIT-D) does it again. After the Smart Cane and Smart Board, it has launched another device that aims to empower and enable people who are blind and low vis

[AI] Outrage over PM Modi's insensitive remarks on dyslexia, disability groups demand apology

Source: https://newzhook.com/story/21561 A mocking comment by Prime Minister Narendra Modiregarding dyslexia has disability rights groups in India fuming. The comment was made during a video conference interaction with students at the Smart India Hackathon 2019 organised by the India Inst

[AI] Raised Line Foundation, an IIT-Delhi initiative, is working to bring the power of choice to visually impaired students

Source: Newz Hook https://newzhook.com/story/21559 Imagine learning about a vast and diverse country like India without the aid of a map? Or understanding basic science experiments without access to diagrams? These are real, daily barriers in learning that students with vision impairments face a

[AI] #WonderWoman - Challenges bring out the tough side of Divya Sharma, a visually impaired content writer

Hello Friends, The world celebrates International Women's Day tomorrow. On NewzHook we will celebrate it through the month of March with our series #WonderWoman, where we bring you stories about women with disabilities who have surmounted some tough odds to transform not j

[AI] New accessible coins for visually impaired people launched by Prime Minister Modi

The issue of accessible currency has been a sticking point with people from the visually impaired community in India for over a year now. Now, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has released a series of coins that are accessible for people with vision impairments. The new coins come in different value

[AI] With exams round the corner, visually impaired students struggle for scribes

With exams round the corner, visually impaired students struggle for scribes . Exams are round the corner in many parts of India, a time of anxiety and stress foe many students. For visually impaired students, there is the added tension of finding scribes. A s

[AI] Learn valuable self-defense techniques at this session for disabled women in Mumbai

Learn valuable self-defense techniques at this session for disabled women in Mumbai Safety of women in Mumbai is a burning topic given the significant rise in the number of crimes against women. Women and girls with disabilities are especially vulnerable. It is

[AI] First PM Modi, now Mamata Banerjee shocks & offends with comments about mental disability

First PM Modi, now Mamata Banerjee shocks & offends with comments about mental disability Her anger towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)for asking the Election Commission of India (ECI) to declare West Bengal a "super sensitive state" may be justified but Mam

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