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Two Hojai kids develop suit to aid visually impaired

Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:51 -- geeta.nair

Guwahati: Demonstrating remarkable innovation and a commitment to inclusivity, two student--scientists from Hojai district have developed a path guide suit designed to help visually impaired individuals navigate their surroundings safely and independently.
Class X students Abdul Subur and Ankita Dey designed the wearable device using sensors to detect obstacles and provide real-time guidance to the user.

XRCVC Offline Certification Program: Basic Computer Training for the Visually Challenged

Tue, 09/10/2024 - 14:48 -- geeta.nair

Starting 30th September 2024

XRCVC-Viviana Extension is offering a new offline batch for the “Basic Computer Training for the Visually Challenged” program.

Course Details:

• Eligibility: Good knowledge of English.
• Duration: 48 hours (6 hours per week for 8 weeks).
• Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST.
• Venue: XRCVC-Viviana Extension, 1st floor, Viviana Mall, Thane (W).

Registration:

Personal Assistant, Stenographer, Senior Secretariat Assistant Technical Assistant (Laboratory) (BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS)

Mon, 09/09/2024 - 14:16 -- geeta.nair

BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS
(Department of Consumer Affairs
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Govt of India]
Manak Bhawan,9 Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, 
New Delhi -110002
ADVERTISEMENT NO. 01/2024/ESTT

Highlights of the advertisement are given below, for complete details::https://www.bis.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/advertisement-bilingua...
Last date/time for Online Registration: 30..09.2024

Scholarship Opportunity for Visually Impaired Students in Finance.

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 10:43 -- geeta.nair

Scholarship Opportunity for Visually Impaired Students in Finance.

There is a scholarship opportunity for visually impaired students across India who are pursuing finance-related courses such as B.Com, BBA, Bachelors in Finance, and more. This scholarship is specifically aimed at students who need financial support to continue their education. Selected candidates can earn a scholarship to pursue their education.

Apprentices (Union Bank of India (UBI)

Thu, 09/05/2024 - 10:11 -- geeta.nair

Union Bank of India (UBI)
Human Resource Vertical, 
Manpower Planning and Recruitment Division, 
Central Office, 
Mumbai 

Highlights of the advertisement are given below, for complete details:: https://www.unionbankofindia.co.in/pdf/Engagement_of_Apprentices_under_A...
Last date/time for Online Registration: 17.09.2024

Human Resource Vertical, Manpower Planning and Recruitment Division, Central Office, Mumbai 

Announcement: IBPS Training Classes for Visually Impaired Candidates

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 12:14 -- geeta.nair

Vision-Aid announces the commencement of classes for IBPS Banking services exam preparation. This specialized coaching program is designed exclusively for visually impaired individuals.

Training Details:

- Eligibility: Graduates below 35 years of age
- Start Date: 9th September
- Mode of Training: Online via Zoom
- Duration: 3 months
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Timing: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Daily Hours: 2 hours

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Visually Challenged student finally secures visa to Italy

Mon, 09/02/2024 - 14:18 -- geeta.nair

Visually Challenged student finally secures visa to Italy
Hubballi: Suhas Dharwad, who was denied permission by the Italian embassy, has now received the visa to study at a prestigious university in Italy. Responding to the TOI report dated Aug 18, Union minister Pralhad Joshi sought assistance from the minister of external affairs S Jaishankar. Now, the embassy has sent the visa to the student.

Suhas told TOI that he had received a call from Anuj Nirwal officer on special duty for Italy, Portugal, and San Marino at the ministry of external affairs (MEA), on Aug 21.

Visually-impaired music students to represent India at Paralympics 2024.

Mon, 09/02/2024 - 12:06 -- geeta.nair

Visually-impaired music students to represent India at Paralympics 2024.
Nine visually-impaired music students from India are all set to perform at the closing ceremony of the Paralympics Games Paris 2024 on September 6. Classical musician Pt. Iman Das, who has been training these students for the past several months, says, “Team Sunadha, which comprises visually-challenged vocalists, tabla players, keyboardists and flautists, will represent our music and culture in Paris.

Apprentices (INDIAN OVERSEAS BANK)

Fri, 08/30/2024 - 12:45 -- geeta.nair

INDIAN OVERSEAS BANK
 (A Govt of India Undertaking)
 Central Office, 763, Anna Salai, 
Chennai – 600002
 www.iob.in
Advt No.: HRDD/APPR/01/2024-25

Highlights of the advertisement are given below, for complete details:: https://www.iob.in/upload/CEDocuments/iobApprentices_Web_Ad_Final_280820...

Last date/time for Online Registration: 10.09.2024

Engagement of Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2024-25 

Wearable assistive device called ‘Blind Eye’ invented by Adilabad techie wins international award

Fri, 08/30/2024 - 11:14 -- geeta.nair

The engineering student is going to receive a cash prize of Rs 8.5 lakh under imaGen Ventures award and will also be allowed to trial his device in 10 countries.

Adilabad: Blind Eye, a revolutionary wearable assistive device invented by Tagire Ravi Kiran, an engineering student from the town and the founder of Allien Innovations, was exhibited at Global Incubation Week, held by UNICEF at Istanbul in Turkey from August 24 to 30.

The device is meant for visually challenged persons.

From mobile screens to sports — a positive spin to their lives

Thu, 08/29/2024 - 10:32 -- geeta.nair

Tribune News Service

Jalandhar, August 28

It was November 2023 when sports entered his life. Before that, Lakkshvir Rehal’s life was just a routine affair.

Visually impaired, Lakkshvir (18) was figuring out what he should do so that he could settle and earn well for his family. Lakkshvir can see from one eye. His father is an architect and mother a chocolate maker.

“I used to make v-logs on social media so that I could start earning. But then I was told by my teachers and parents that I should play games,” he said.

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