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Video: Russian Forces Use Handheld "Yolka" System To Take Down Drone
The system first came into public attention during Russia’s Victory Day parade in May 2025, when a compact device was seen with a security officer near President Vladimir Putin.
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World Multiple Sclerosis Day: Can Extreme Fatigue Sometimes Be Neurological And Not Lifestyle Related?
While MS is commonly associated with symptoms such as weakness, numbness or difficulty with balance, fatigue is often one of its earliest and most disabling manifestations. Unlike ordinary tiredness, neurological fatigue can appear suddenly and may not be linked to physical activity.
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Prenatal Screening And Down Syndrome: What Expecting Parents Need To Know
Prenatal screening empowers expectant parents with vital knowledge that helps them make informed decisions during a delicate phase of life. Not just intellectual disabilities Down Syndrome can also lead to potential health challenges like heart defec
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Chile Becomes First In The Americas To Eliminate Leprosy, WHO Verifies
Chile has become the first country in the Americas to be officially verified by the World Health Organization for eliminating leprosy as a public health problem. The milestone follows more than 30 years without locally transmitted cases and sustained
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International Day Of Persons With Disabilities 2025: Date, History, Theme And Significance
International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025: The day is observed to promote understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for their rights.
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Understanding The Long-Term Effects Of Meningitis: Rehabilitation And Recovery
In this article, we will explore the long-term effects of meningitis and discuss the rehabilitation and recovery processes crucial for improving outcomes.
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World Head And Neck Cancer Day 2023: Role Of Speech And Swallow Therapy Before And After Treatment
Patients undergoing treatment for head and neck cancer often experience physical and functional impairments including speech and swallow disability, that significantly impact their quality of life.
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World Environment Day 2023: Kiran Bedi Posts Video Of Stork Love Story That Captured The World's Attention
A male stork guards his disabled partner for 20 years and touches the hearts of millions
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World Braille Day 2021: DU To Host Webinar On January 4
World Braille Day 2021: To mark the birth anniversary of Louis Braille -- the inventor of Braille for persons with visual disabilities, World Braille Day is celebrated every year on January 4.
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Cricket Association Bengal Announces Insurance For Differently-Abled Cricketers
The CAB announced that it would be facilitating 30 active cricketers, selected from all three categories, with insurance cover for a year.
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World Disability Day 2020: IGNOU Organizes Sensitization Lecture On Accessibility
World Disability Day 2020: IGNOU organised a sensitisation lecture on accessibility for persons with disabilities today, on December 3.
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World Disability Day 2020: Importance Of The Day In Times of COVID-19
The world marks International Day of Disabled Persons as COVID-19 brings in new challenges.
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World Disability Day 2020: Why There's A Need To Talk About Disability Today And Beyond
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities: From physical disabilities and Cerebral Palsy, autism spectrum disorder, persons with disabilities comprise a staggering 2.68 crore people, or 2.21 percent of the population in India.
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"Resilience, Fortitude Of Persons With Disabilities Inspire Us": PM Modi
World Disability Day 2020: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Under the Accessible India initiative, numerous measures have been taken that ensure there is a positive change in the lives of our Divyang sisters and brothers." PM Modi also said we must keep working towards ensuring better future for persons with disabilities by taking steps "in line...
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World Disability Day 2020: UN Calls For Greater Inclusion Amid Covid-19
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities 2020: Ahead of World Disability Day on December 3, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in society, including in COVID-19 response and recovery.
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Video: Russian Forces Use Handheld "Yolka" System To Take Down Drone
The system first came into public attention during Russia’s Victory Day parade in May 2025, when a compact device was seen with a security officer near President Vladimir Putin.
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World Multiple Sclerosis Day: Can Extreme Fatigue Sometimes Be Neurological And Not Lifestyle Related?
While MS is commonly associated with symptoms such as weakness, numbness or difficulty with balance, fatigue is often one of its earliest and most disabling manifestations. Unlike ordinary tiredness, neurological fatigue can appear suddenly and may not be linked to physical activity.
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Prenatal Screening And Down Syndrome: What Expecting Parents Need To Know
Prenatal screening empowers expectant parents with vital knowledge that helps them make informed decisions during a delicate phase of life. Not just intellectual disabilities Down Syndrome can also lead to potential health challenges like heart defec
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Chile Becomes First In The Americas To Eliminate Leprosy, WHO Verifies
Chile has become the first country in the Americas to be officially verified by the World Health Organization for eliminating leprosy as a public health problem. The milestone follows more than 30 years without locally transmitted cases and sustained
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International Day Of Persons With Disabilities 2025: Date, History, Theme And Significance
International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025: The day is observed to promote understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for their rights.
-
Understanding The Long-Term Effects Of Meningitis: Rehabilitation And Recovery
In this article, we will explore the long-term effects of meningitis and discuss the rehabilitation and recovery processes crucial for improving outcomes.
-
World Head And Neck Cancer Day 2023: Role Of Speech And Swallow Therapy Before And After Treatment
Patients undergoing treatment for head and neck cancer often experience physical and functional impairments including speech and swallow disability, that significantly impact their quality of life.
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World Environment Day 2023: Kiran Bedi Posts Video Of Stork Love Story That Captured The World's Attention
A male stork guards his disabled partner for 20 years and touches the hearts of millions
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World Braille Day 2021: DU To Host Webinar On January 4
World Braille Day 2021: To mark the birth anniversary of Louis Braille -- the inventor of Braille for persons with visual disabilities, World Braille Day is celebrated every year on January 4.
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Cricket Association Bengal Announces Insurance For Differently-Abled Cricketers
The CAB announced that it would be facilitating 30 active cricketers, selected from all three categories, with insurance cover for a year.
-
World Disability Day 2020: IGNOU Organizes Sensitization Lecture On Accessibility
World Disability Day 2020: IGNOU organised a sensitisation lecture on accessibility for persons with disabilities today, on December 3.
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World Disability Day 2020: Importance Of The Day In Times of COVID-19
The world marks International Day of Disabled Persons as COVID-19 brings in new challenges.
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World Disability Day 2020: Why There's A Need To Talk About Disability Today And Beyond
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities: From physical disabilities and Cerebral Palsy, autism spectrum disorder, persons with disabilities comprise a staggering 2.68 crore people, or 2.21 percent of the population in India.
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"Resilience, Fortitude Of Persons With Disabilities Inspire Us": PM Modi
World Disability Day 2020: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Under the Accessible India initiative, numerous measures have been taken that ensure there is a positive change in the lives of our Divyang sisters and brothers." PM Modi also said we must keep working towards ensuring better future for persons with disabilities by taking steps "in line...
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World Disability Day 2020: UN Calls For Greater Inclusion Amid Covid-19
International Day Of Persons With Disabilities 2020: Ahead of World Disability Day on December 3, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in society, including in COVID-19 response and recovery.
