A shark that walks instead of swims? Scientists just found a new one in the wild, and it may already be facing extinctionScientists have identified a new species of 'walking' shark in Papua New Guinea, named Hemiscyllium dudgeonae. This unique shark uses its p...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
Quote of the day by Helen Keller: 'Be happy with what you have while...' Life lessons on happiness, contentment, human nature and success by American author and educatorQuote of the day by Helen Keller focuses on happiness, contentment, success and human nature. The quote explains how people can value their...
28 May, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
At 15, Louis Braille began transforming a military night code into the reading system now used worldwideLouis Braille transformed a military code into a revolutionary reading system for the blind. His 6-dot system, developed in Paris, allowed ...
24 May, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
How a 15-year-old boy gave millions of blind people the ability to readLouis Braille, a teenager, created a revolutionary dot-based reading system. This system, based on a six-dot cell, allows blind individuals...
20 May, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
Quote of the day by Helen Keller: 'There is beauty in everything, even in silence and...' Life lessons on peace, human behavior and love by popular American author and educatorQuote of the day by Helen Keller reminds readers about hope, silence, darkness, human behavior, peace and love. The quote highlights meanin...
19 May, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
Who is Dr Anand Nadkarni? Famous Maharashtra psychiatrist who died at 67Dr Anand Nadkarni: Renowned psychiatrist, author and social activist Dr Anand Nadkarni died at 67 after a prolonged illness on Friday. Best...
15 May, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
Born blind, now a school teacher. Kolkata man's inspiring journey proves ‘You can always overcome obstacles.’Sayantan Banerjee, a visually impaired teacher from Kolkata, inspires many. He teaches sighted students at Bikramgarh High School. Banerjee...
07 May, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Helen Keller: 'Although the world is full of suffering, it is...'—Helen Keller’s timeless reminder that strength can rise from sufferingQuote of the Day: Helen Keller's life, marked by blindness and deafness from infancy, became a testament to resilience. Her journey, guided...
05 May, 2026, 02.44 AM IST
Quote of the day by American singer-songwriter Ray Charles: 'Addiction isn’t good or bad, it depends on what you’re addicted to'Legendary musician Ray Charles, "The Genius," revolutionised soul music by mixing genres. Despite early blindness, he achieved global fame....
04 May, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
Deaf, mute and visually impaired Sarah Moin scores 98.7% in ISC Class 12 exams: Here's how Lucknow's 'Helen Keller' scripted her success story againSarah Moin, a Lucknow girl facing blindness, deafness, and muteness, achieved an outstanding 98.7% in her ISC Class 12 exams, topping Chris...
03 May, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
West Bengal Elections 2026 Phase 2: How to find your booth, polling time and key guidelinesWest Bengal Elections 2026 voting: WB gears up for the second phase of polling on April 29, with authorities emphasizing voter turnout and ...
28 Apr, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
UP’s first state-level Braille library inaugurated at Shakuntala Mishra Rehabilitation UniversityUttar Pradesh's first state-level Braille Library section was inaugurated at Dr. Shakuntala Mishra National Rehabilitation University. This...
04 Jan, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Quote of the day on World Braille Day: Louis Braille’ gift to the blind, ‘We do not need pity, nor do we need to be reminded that we are vulnerable…’On World Braille Day, Louis Braille’s powerful words remind the world that disability is not a weakness but a call for equality. His quote ...
04 Jan, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Lego introduces Braille bricks for visually impaired children, promoting interactive learningLego is launching Braille bricks designed for visually impaired children to enhance interactive learning and inclusivity. The set, priced a...
28 Aug, 2023, 03.13 PM IST
World Braille Day 2023: Everything you need to knowOn January 4, the Braille system's creator, Louis Braille, is recognised worldwide for his contributions to the welfare of those who are bl...
04 Jan, 2023, 12.56 AM IST
Meet people who are using Braille to empower the visually challenged!While in the West, Braille prints are a part of medicine boxes, the visually impaired in India are dependent on others for medication.
04 Jan, 2017, 01.11 PM IST
Coach with Braille stickers to be ready by OctoberIn a first, a railway coach is being readied with Braille-embedded signages to facilitate visually-challenged passengers.
16 Aug, 2013, 07.10 PM IST