‘When I’m not working, we walk in the Finnish countryside. You wouldn’t believe the pleasure I get from the sun on my face’
Month: November 2019
November 29, 2019 Technology is changing the way we interact with companies like Domino’s, for sure. The US Supreme Court last week to weigh in…
At-risk teenagers are being helped with a pioneering new approach to care that’s turning young lives around
GWL 01- A retrofitted bike that looks stylish & is great to drive for people with & without disabilities
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Shaken by a near accident while riding a retrofitted bike, Faisal Ashraf, who is physically disabled, decided to actively look at designing a more stable…
Balloon wheelchairs at Chennai’s Marina beach is the big draw this year on International Day of Disabled Persons
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Greater Chennai Corporation along with NGO’s recently did a trial test run of balloon wheelchairs at Marina beach ahead of International Disabilities Day. Every year,…
Kerala government honour for empowering disabled people gets mixed reviews from activists
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Recently, Kerala government won the ‘Best State in Promoting Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities’ award for year 2019 from the central government. Though the state…
Accessible taxi service Ezy Mov ties up with Indian Railways’ to offer services at Mumbai stations
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Trains remain the most preferred means for long distance transport in India due to the vast railway network across the country. Travelling can be challenging…
DfT refuses to say who made decision as it would breach election ‘purdah’ rules
For voters with disabilities in Delhi, the assembly elections next year will be more inclusive. The Election Commission has agreed to provide postal ballots facility…
As a person with disability, Dr Anita Sharma knows firsthand how important it is to feel empowered and confident. Through her initiative On My Own,…