Purple Think Tank
Get ready for the diverse, insightful Purple Think Tank sessions at Purple Fest 2024, shedding light on pivotal issues impacting Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
EC Orders Political Parties To Not Use Insulting Words For PwDs
EC warns against insulting language toward PwDs in politics, mandates inclusivity measures or face penalties.
Take The Indian Sign Language Pledge
India’s Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has started an initiative to celebrate International Day of Sign Languages. Watch our latest video for all the details.
NAD + SHF Host the Workshop on Draft National Policy for PWD
The National Workshop was conducted by NAD & SHF where Deaf Leaders from different states of India were invited to share their knowledge, opinions and suggestions for the drafting of National Policy f
Museum of Possibilities Opened for Persons With Disability in Chennai
Chief Minister MK Stalin inaugurated the Museum of Possibilities, which has several assistive and adaptive devices that would help persons with disabilities lead a normal life.
Karnataka: Govt Official Hides Money in Water Pipe
Rs 25 lakh unaccounted cash was found from the home of an engineer working for the Public Works Development in Karnataka.
NAD Requests PM Modi to Make ISL an Official Language
The National Association of the Deaf has written an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Watch our latest video to learn all about it.
Supreme Court : PwDs Must Be Given Promotion!
As per the Supreme Court’s verdict people with disabilities must be given promotion inorder encourage career progression. Watch our latest video to learn more!
People with Disabilities Can Use UDID Card on CoWIN
Now, people with disabilities can use a Unique Disability Identification (UDID) Card as a Photo ID to register themselves on the CoWIN platform.
Odisha Govt Declares Rs 2.5 lakh Award For Marrying a PwD
The Odisha Government has announced an incentive of Rs 2.5 lakh for those who marry persons with disabilities.
Indian Sign Language Tableau at 72nd Republic Day Parade
ISH News applauds ISLRTC, MSJE & DEpwd for showcasing a Indian Sign Language tableau at the 72nd Republic Day parade and making it an inclusive event for all Indians.
ISH News x News18 India | Making News Bulletins Accessible
News18 India, one of the most popular Hindi News TV channels’ in India, has partnered with ISH News to carry out the Indian Sign Language (ISL) interpretation of News18 India news bulletins.
Maharashtra Government to Make Promotion Rules for PwDs
Bombay High Court - Nagpur Bench has said that PwDs have the right to be promoted to Group A and B posts and are entitled to 3% reservation.
Voice Vision Hosts Matrimonial Event for the Disabled
Voice Vision is hosting the “Across Disability Matrimonial Get-together” with the aim of enabling people with disabilities to realize their dream of marriage and meet their Special Person.
Tata Mumbai Marathon 2020
Procam International is again ready with the 17th edition of Tata Mumbai Marathon 2020 on Sunday, 19th January 2020. A separate run category is held especially for Persons with Disability (PwD) called
Deaf Girls Cracks UPSC Exam
23-year-old Deaf girl Saumya Sharma cracks the UPSC exam in her first attempt that too without any coaching class.
27 Hospitals in Delhi Can Now Issue Disability Certificates
In Delhi, 27 hospitals are now authorised to issue Disability Certificates. This will ensure a convenient process, without the applicants having to run from one hospital to another.
Inclusive University Education for Persons With Disabilities
Ability Foundation and Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology are organising an inclusive University Education for PWD.
Gold’s Gym Penalised for Disabilty Discrimination
In a path-breaking judgement, the Gauhati High Court has imposed penalties on a gym and the Assam government for discrimination against people with disabilities.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
People with different forms of disabilities are celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Delhi.
