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A Mumbai police officer assists wheelchair users in crossing a crowded street. The Internet applauds him
After assisting some individuals with special needs to cross a crowded road, a Mumbai traffic officer garnered the admiration of online users. Joel Franklin Sunderraj took the photos that were posted on Instagram by the Mumbai Police's official account.
The traffic officers can be s...
Thailand will host the IWBF Men's Under-23 World Championship, which was formerly held in Japan
The IWBF, in collaboration with the Japanese Wheelchair Basketball Federation, confirmed the decision to relocate to Thailand (JWBF).
"Given the COVID-19 pandemic situation and current measures in place in Japan, as well as the difficulties in securing facilities for later dates in...
India’s first Indigenous motorized wheelchair developed by IIT Madras
The Indian Institute of Madras (IIM) has developed India’s first motorized wheelchair. This can be used on roads as well as terrains. This electronic wheelchair can go up to 25 kms on a single charge.
This is called as ‘NeoBolt’, and is developed by Prof. Sujatha Srini...
It’s because they never thought of doing that before
DAMASCUS— Whether it's Salsa, Rumba, or Cha Cha, wheelchair users in Damascus have demonstrated their ability to dance with confidence by breaking the misconceptions of people with disabilities.
A handful of people on wheelchairs took part in a five-day dance course sponsored ...
Legendary actor Kirk Douglas celebrated his 103rd birthday
Legendary actor Kirk Douglas celebrated his 103rd birthday on Dec. 9, 2019, making him perhaps still the oldest celebrity to live.
His brother, actor Michael Douglas, had been urged by the legendary Hollywood icon not to go overboard with party planning for his new birthday bash. It was...