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Sarthak Educational Trust to launch 'Sarthak Global Resource Centre' at th
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], November 28: Sarthak Educational Trust, a pioneering NGO committed to mainstreaming and empowering Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) across India is launching "Sarthak Global Resource Centre", India's one-stop-solution for Divyangjan from across the country. The GR
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Delhi airport launches Sunflower initiative to facilitate people with hidd
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Aligned with the globally recognised Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative, DIAL has transformed Delhi Airport into a Sunflower Airport and sensitised all passenger-facing partners through this programme with a globally developed framework.
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Delhi HC issues notice to Rapido on a plea seeking direction to make its a
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued notice to Rapido and others on a plea seeking a direction to ensure disabled-friendly access on the mobile application that provides bike taxis and logistics services. This petition has been moved by a lawyer and a banker who are people with disabiliti
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Global Leaders Unite at D-30 Summit to Champion Drug-Free World & Disa
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], November 7: "Representatives from 30 countries gathered at the Lalit Hotel in New Delhi for the D-30 program organized by the Kashiyana Foundation, aiming to create a drug-free world and promote equality for people with disabilities.
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New Horticulture Center at Correctional Institutions Complex Promotes Incl
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], November 7: An Inclusive Sustainable Horticulture Centre has been inaugurated for the residents of the Correctional Institutions Complex, Bengaluru on Friday, November 3. A facility that houses individuals with diverse needs, including those with intellectual d
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Air pollution may have adverse effects on foetus, warns top expert
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
As air quality continues to remain severe in Delhi NCR, experts warn of ill effects on the foetus while alerting to a massive health emergency situation.
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Autism, ADHD genetic risks may increase screen time in children
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
A study led by Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan evaluated screen time in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The amount of time spent on a screen device, such as a smartphone, computer, television, or video g
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J-K: Digital literacy workshop empowers visually impaired students in Srin
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The workshop titled "Digital Literacy Programme for Persons with Disabilities" was organized by the Jammu and Kashmiri handicapped association in collaboration with the help foundation J&K Voluntary Medicare Society and Enable India at Voluntary Medicare Society (VMS) Bemina a non-profit
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Bhutan: National Council adopts Convention on Rights of Persons with Disab
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
"The adoption of the convention would enable persons with disabilities to have access to fundamental rights, health and education, economic independence and civil and political rights," said Tshering Tshomo, Chairperson of the Social and Cultural Affairs Committee.
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Visually impaired Afghans complain of limited access to education, unemplo
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
People in Afghanistan with disabilities have complained about lack of education, unemployment, and healthcare issues under the Taliban regime, according to Khaama Press.
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Thalamus regulates adult brain plasticity: Study
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Scientists discovered that the thalamus, which acts as a relay station for incoming sensory and motor information, plays an unexpected role in this process. The cortex is commonly regarded to have a significant part in the adult brain's ability to adapt.
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Adult brain's plasticity is controlled by thalamus: Study
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
A recent study revealed that the thalamus, which serves as a relay station for incoming sensory and motor information, really plays a surprising function in this process.
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