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[Google DeepMind @GoogleDeepMind]

We're thrilled to announce SignGemma, our most capable model for translating sign language into spoken text. 🧏

This open model is coming to the Gemma model family later this year, opening up new possibilities for inclusive tech.

Share your feedback and interest in early testing → https://t.co/C4rV2be4mL

[Divyang Empowerment @socialpwds]

Purple Talk 2.1: A Step Towards an Inclusive Future with Innovation and Technology

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) organized Purple Talk 2.1 on April 2, 2025, at the National Institute of Social Defence, Delhi. As part of the #PurpleTalkSeries, this significant event facilitated in-depth discussions on inclusivity, innovation, and the impact of technology. Startups, national institutions, and technology experts showcased their latest solutions, marking a milestone in enhancing the lives of persons with disabilities.

Speaking at the occasion, Secretary, DEPwD, Mr. Rajesh Aggarwal, emphasized that technology has brought a revolutionary transformation in our social framework. He highlighted that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other technological innovations are bringing unprecedented advancements in the disability sector. He urged Indian companies, private organizations, and experts to contribute further in this direction.

Several groundbreaking innovations were presented at the event:

TinyBit Cloud - Mobile application for educational interactive acitvities and communication tools to enhance learning and development of Children with disabilities

Project Chetna – QR code-based locket for Alzheimer’s and Dementia patients

Bajaj Finserv - Projects related to Assitive tech, education , early intervention, Social Inclusion of PwDs

Association of People with Disabilities - Accessiblity Audit mobile App

Aural App - App that does real time translation between Indian Sign Language (ISL) and English.

Selco Foundation - Climate Action through Entrepreneurship for PwDs

SSBI Group of Companies - AI based virtual reality and Robotics for Mental Rehabilitation

Ostrich Mobility – State-of-the-art wheelchairs for persons with locomotor disabilities

TRUE Assistive Technology - enhancing mobility and quality of life for senior citizens and persons with disabilities through designing rotating seats, vehicle ramps, and portable ramps, automotive wheelchair lifts, car modifications, and advanced home devices.

SaralX - Empowering individuals with disabilities and seniors through accessible, AI-driven financial management and tax compliance solutions.

Planet Abled – Accessible tourism solutions for persons with disabilities

Spacefelt - QR Code based audio descriptions for persons with Visual Impairment. Also participated in Zero Conference

Aether Biomedical - Healthcare technology and robotics based on human-centred design

Translead Medtech - Enhancing independence and safety for seniors through StandAtEaze, a revolutionary chair simplifying sit-to-stand transitions.

Alien Innovations – Navinut, a modern alternative to the traditional white cane

Cogniable - App for remote assessments, progress tracking, and personalized treatment plans.

Innovations Hub - URead – A standalone book reader for the visually impaired, Eklavya – A learning appliance designed to introduce visually impaired children to the digital world, AUSION – handheld mobility aid that helps visually impaired individuals navigate

Zapura System - Enabelo Apps, a software platform designed to empower visually impaired and other Divyang students by enabling them to appear for examinations independently, without relying on scribes.

The event was graced by the presence of Joint Secretary, Ms. Manmeet Kaur Nanda, Mr. Rajeev Sharma, Deputy Director General, Ms. Richa Shankar along with other senior officials and distinguished guests.

#PurpleTalkSeries #InnovationForInclusion #AccessibleIndia #AIForAccessibility
@Drvirendrakum13
@blvermaup
@rajeshaggarwal
@PIB_India

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[News Algebra @NewsAlgebraIND]

BIG BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Sheikh Hasina’s son says his mother will never return to Bangladesh. He said his family is tired of saving country everytime.

He said "Fundamentalists are atta*cking Hindus & Hindu temples now"

"My mother turned Bangladesh around. When she took over power it was considered a failing & poor country. Until today it was considered one of the rising tigers of Asia"

"My family has been through this three times, 3 coups, after this, WE ARE DONE. The country can now handle its own problems." - SAJEEB JOY

[Dr Satendra Singh, MD @drsitu]

Where are the voices of MPs with disabilities in Parliament?

Why is it so difficult for the Hon'ble @rashtrapatibhvn to nominate role models with disabilities from any field to Parliament?

#NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

#disabilityjustice #disabilityrights #PoliticalParticipation

[in @in25____]

@badaguchhias We are proud to be Deaf. Our Deaf community represents identity, language, culture, and Deaf gain, with our own sign language. 'Deaf' is a positive term.🤟💪

[in @in25____]

@badaguchhias I explained whether you understood clearly that the words 'dumb' and 'mute' are offensive language.

[in @in25____]

@badaguchhias

[in @in25____]

I dislike the terms 'dumb' and 'mute.' It's incorrect to use 'deaf and dumb' or 'deaf mute.' The correct term is 'Deaf,' which is the term used by our Deaf community.

#Deaf
#DeafCommunity
#Awareness
#Aware

[in @in25____]

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[in @in25____]

मुझे 'गूंगा' और 'मूक' शब्द पसंद नहीं हैं। 'बहरा और गूंगा' या 'मूक बहरा' शब्द का प्रयोग करना गलत है। सही शब्द 'बहरा' है, जो हमारे बधिर समुदाय द्वारा इस्तेमाल किया जाने वाला शब्द है।

[in @in25____]

I dislike the terms 'dumb' and 'mute.' It's incorrect to use 'deaf and dumb' or 'deaf mute.' The correct term is 'Deaf,' which is the term used by our Deaf community.

[Dr Satendra Singh, MD @drsitu]

"We need enabling conditions for society to overcome ableism. Excluding individuals from services due to social structures, biases, and inaccessibility is unjust” - Satender Singh Pannu, visually-impaired IAS https://t.co/8rGuK2zMY6

[in @in25____]

@renlikethewind You are a Deaf director and editor. Have you experienced films by Deaf directors?

[in @in25____]

🫡♿️ I agree with you @drsitu. You clearly explained the points about the IAS fake disability certificate fraud, which helps MBM News translate Indian Sign Language so that our Deaf community can understand it better. You are both a doctor and a disability rights activist.

[Dr Satendra Singh, MD @drsitu]

My interview with @RemaNagarajan in Indian Sign Language on fake disability certification.

Thank you Mook Badhir Mandal, Vadodara

https://t.co/RRKXa2TM0Y

[Arman @armanaly]

Happy to meet @HardeepSPuri . Appreciate his efforts towards resolving challenges for disabled people. Sought his advice on multiple ongoing issues such as #UPSC, #Budget #Quota #DisabledPeopIeinPolitics . Looking forward to your continued guidance @ncpedp_india @PMOIndia @ANI

[Karuna Nundy @karunanundy]

@SmitaSabharwal Bigotry isn't "strength of character*, Ms. Sabharwal. As an able bodied IAS officer, your voice didn't shake even a little while speaking against disabled people in ignorance of law, and constitution. Understandably, you're scared after FIR, that doesn't turn you into a hero.

[NCPEDP @ncpedp_india]

https://t.co/pTSGrZ0gOu

[Nipun Malhotra @nipunmalhotra]

Grateful to the Supreme Court of India for creating guidelines on portrayal of Persons with Disabilities in visual media, following my petition against @SonyPicsIndia for lampooning PwDs in 'Aankh Micholi.'
Happy about the distinction made in the judgement between “disability humour” that educates and “disabling humour” that belittles.
Huge thanks to my friend and lawyer @Jai_a_dehadrai and @advsanjoy, Pulkit Agarwal for their unwavering support. #DisabilityRights #Inclusion #Justice