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Computer-savvy visually impaired student scores 486 in Class 12 Board exams

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 10:25 -- geeta.nair

M. Anand is the first visually impaired student to write the State board Class 12 exams on a computer.

Independent and confident — that’s how M. Anand describes his feeling of having written the board exams. The first visually impaired student to write the State board Class 12 exams on a computer, Anand scored 486 out of 600.

Visually impaired musician says ‘Music is God’

Mon, 05/05/2025 - 10:58 -- geeta.nair

For 58-year-old Dr Prem Sagar, “Music is God.” The visually impaired music teacher, who has imparted his teachings to countless students, considers himself a lifelong disciple of music.

With over 33 years in the teaching profession, Dr Sagar is set to retire in two years, but he doesn’t view it as an end. “Mera utsah aur badh gaya hai,” he says. “I will establish a ‘Gurukul’ where the teachings will continue.”

Fun day at sea for visually impaired students

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 10:27 -- geeta.nair

Fun day at sea for visually impaired students
The sound of crashing waves, the feel of cool seawater and the joy of floating in the sea became cherished firsts for 16 visually impaired students from the National Association for the Blind (NAB) during a special beach experience curated by Drishti Marine for students of the Association’s Goa branch.

Lost Vision as a Baby, Now Captains India: 27-YO Footballer’s Story Will Change How You See Disability

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 11:31 -- geeta.nair

Lost Vision as a Baby, Now Captains India: 27-YO Footballer’s Story Will Change How You See Disability
After losing his vision in infancy, Vishnu Vaghela grew up in a small village in Gujarat and found purpose through sport. Today, at 27, he captains both India and Gujarat’s blind football teams, mentors young players the Blind People’s Association (BPA) in Ahmedabad, and continues to break barriers in the world of disability sport — on and off the field.

Ranga Rao Memorial School for Differently Abled Commences Admission for the Academic Year 2025-2026

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 11:09 -- geeta.nair

Ranga Rao Memorial School for Differently Abled Commences Admission for the Academic Year 2025-2026
Mysuru (Karnataka) [India], April 25: Ranga Rao Memorial School for Differently Abled by the NR Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the NR Group, has commenced the admission procedure for this year. The school is inviting applications from Visually Impaired students Karnataka for admission in the 2025-26 academic session.
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1009 अफसरों में सबसे प्रेरणादायक कहानीः ब्रेल लिपि की मदद लिए बिना दृष्टि बाधित युवा दूसरे ही प्रयास में ऐसे बना IAS

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 10:47 -- geeta.nair

Success Story of Visually Impaired Manu: सबसे बड़ी बात ये है कि मनु ने ना सिर्फ परीक्षा क्लीयर की है, जबकि वे टॉप 100 में जगह बनाने में सफल हो गए हैं। परिवार में जश्न का माहौल बना हुआ है।

UPSC glory for Jaipur’s Manu who lost eyesight in Class 9, found light in his mother

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 10:44 -- geeta.nair
UPSC Success Story: Proper use of technology can prove beneficial in life. Jaipur’s 23-year-old visually impaired Manu Garg proved this by achieving 91st rank in the final UPSC result.
Jaipur: Technology, when used correctly, can prove to be invaluable in life. This was proven by 23-year-old visually impaired Manu Garg from Jaipur, who secured 91st rank in the UPSC final results. Manu Garg, a resident of Shastri Nagar, cleared the UPSC exam without knowing Braille. Manu says he doesn’t know Braille, but he used technology to clear the UPSC exam.

AI suitcase for visually impaired to be tested at expo

Fri, 04/11/2025 - 11:11 -- geeta.nair

A demonstration of an artificial intelligence-powered suitcase, designed to assist visually impaired individuals as a robotic alternative to guide dogs, will be conducted at the Osaka Expo, set to open on Sunday.

The latest model incorporates generative AI technology, enabling it to describe the surrounding environment through voice feedback. Equipped with a built-in camera and sensors, the suitcase can analyze its surroundings and provide real-time guidance to users.

 

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