News for 'Blind'

Blind Side: A Sandra Bullock vehicle

Blind Side: A Sandra Bullock vehicle

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

Bullock finally gets a character that she can sink her teeth into. And she does her part commendably.

She Is Blind. And She Takes Photographs

She Is Blind. And She Takes Photographs

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

Take a look at the pics to see how visually-impaired photographer Israa Ismail sees the world.

EPL: What Blind lacks in height he makes up with clever play

EPL: What Blind lacks in height he makes up with clever play

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

Daley Blind may lack the height and power but the Manchester United midfielder insists he possesses the footballing intelligence to flourish as a centre-back.

Blind Chinese dissident Chen gets US visa

Blind Chinese dissident Chen gets US visa

Rediff.com16 May 2012

Getting ready to travel to the United States on a fellowship, blind Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng spoke to American lawmakers for the second time in a week and gave a detailed account of his alleged persecution and that of his family by Chinese authorities.

Blind doctor set to practise

Blind doctor set to practise

Rediff.com26 Mar 2004

Anka Toppo is right now gathering information about what spheres doctors suffering from visual impairment have chosen.

Rajkot fire: 3 top officials shifted; HC 'doesn't trust' state machinery

Rajkot fire: 3 top officials shifted; HC 'doesn't trust' state machinery

Rediff.com28 May 2024

The Gujarat high court on Monday said it does not have faith in the state machinery which gets into action only after innocent lives are lost, as it pulled up the Rajkot civic body over the purported lapses in functioning of the game zone facility where a massive fire killed 27 persons.

Bihar: Youth blinded for asking for flood relief

Bihar: Youth blinded for asking for flood relief

Rediff.com25 Aug 2007

The village head's husband and his henchmen poured acid into the man's eyes.

Blind girl reminds PM of his promise

Blind girl reminds PM of his promise

Rediff.com12 Aug 2003

The prime minister had failed to send a cassette of his poems, which he had promised her when she tied a rakhi to him last year.

When Bhagat Singh Asked Rajguru To Shoot Him

When Bhagat Singh Asked Rajguru To Shoot Him

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

On Bhagat Singh's 117th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recounts fascinating incidents from the legend's life.

Diabetes Drug Linked To Vision Loss?

Diabetes Drug Linked To Vision Loss?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Study suggested that constant use of Semaglutide may be linked to development of a condition called non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy.

The blind CEO who built a 50 crore company

The blind CEO who built a 50 crore company

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Visually impaired Srikanth Bolla is the CEO of Hyderabad-based Bollant Industries, an organisation that employs uneducated disabled employees to manufacture eco-friendly, disposable consumer packaging solutions.

Srikanth Review: Flimsy Biopic

Srikanth Review: Flimsy Biopic

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Rajkummar Rao does the best with what he is given and he ably elevates the generic story-telling. Too bad that his performance remains the only takeaway from such an inspiring real-life story, notes Mayur Sanap.

Washout Time For India Down Under

Washout Time For India Down Under

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

This period saw big stars of the likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev fade into the sunset while it was witness to the birth of slew of young Indian cricketers that made their mark home and abroad.

T20 World Cup for Blind: India thrash Australia by 128 runs

T20 World Cup for Blind: India thrash Australia by 128 runs

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

India's run of wins continued unabated, as they posted a massive 128-run victory over Australia in the T20 World Cup for Blind at the RajagiriCollege in Kochi on Sunday.

Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?

Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

When it comes to the Congress and Wayanad, the only way the scepticism in the minds of some in Kerala may be addressed is by the Gandhi family proving that they are more than a passing caravan in town, reports Shyam G Menon.

Mehbooba 'horrified' after meeting 14-yr-old blinded by pellets

Mehbooba 'horrified' after meeting 14-yr-old blinded by pellets

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

Mehbooba assured Insha's parents that the state government would ensure best possible treatment, within or even outside the country, for their daughter.

The blind street vendor who founded a million dollar company

The blind street vendor who founded a million dollar company

Rediff.com23 Apr 2015

The inspiring story of how Bhavesh Bhatia turned his blindness into his strength.

Ratan Tata, Dreamer And Ideas Executor

Ratan Tata, Dreamer And Ideas Executor

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

There were certainly qualities adhering to the Tata Group, which emanated from the persona of Ratan Tata. Most notable of these would be the low profile he maintained, which sharply contrasted the in-your-face celebrity status, celebration of wealth and pursuit of importance many of liberalised India's rich, love, notes Shyam G Menon.

'Death Was Flying Around Us'

'Death Was Flying Around Us'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

'The odds were stacked against us.' 'Through it all, we were determined to overcome and prevail we did!' Wing Commander Shailesh Singh on the high-risk flying mission for which he was awarded the Shaurya Chakra.

Pant or Samson? Who will keep wickets in Sri Lanka T20 series?

Pant or Samson? Who will keep wickets in Sri Lanka T20 series?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

In terms of sheer numbers there is not much to choose between the two wicketkeepers.

'India one of the best travelling teams at present'

'India one of the best travelling teams at present'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin said India have produced excellent results, especially in Test cricket, around the world in the last few years.

Jasprit Bumrah Beyond Numbers

Jasprit Bumrah Beyond Numbers

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

159 dismissals in 36 Tests, 149 dismissals in 89 ODIs, and 89 dismissals in 70 T20s are very good by any standards. And yet they don't speak to Bumrah's true value and his special appeal, notes Sreehari Nair.

Injury Updates: Blind, Falcao injury blows for Man United

Injury Updates: Blind, Falcao injury blows for Man United

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Manchester United suffered a double blow on Thursday with Daley Blind ruled out for a 'long' spell due to a knee problem and Radamel Falcao receiving a "new injury" that will keep him out for at least two more weeks.

What's Sonam Doing In Paris?

What's Sonam Doing In Paris?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Sonam Kapoor makes a fashion statement at Christian Dior's autumn-winter show in Paris, as the Paris Haute Couture Week kicks off.

Vote! Who plays the blind girl best?

Vote! Who plays the blind girl best?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

Deepika Padukone tries it out for the first time in Lafangey Parindey.

It's a miracle! Blind woman sees again after falling over

It's a miracle! Blind woman sees again after falling over

Rediff.com8 May 2016

Mary Ann Franco, gradually became blind after injuring her spine in a car accident in 1993.

Why India Will Like Shigeru Ishiba

Why India Will Like Shigeru Ishiba

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Shigeru Ishiba is expected to prioritise strengthening Japan's military capabilities and fostering deeper international partnerships, particularly with India, with whom Japan shares significant strategic interests, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

Inspiring story of a blind Indian MBA

Inspiring story of a blind Indian MBA

Rediff.com17 Dec 2010

How, Asish Goyal, a blind Indian trader who did his MBA from NMIMS in Mumbai and Wharton University, talks about his definition of success and how he overcame the odds to achieve it.

Rahul displaying Chinese Constitution at rallies: Himanta

Rahul displaying Chinese Constitution at rallies: Himanta

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Several social media users said that the red-bound Constitution is a coat pocket edition, which has been presented to top Indian leaders, including the President and the Union Home minister.

Blind Pak player 'under observation' after drinking phenyl

Blind Pak player 'under observation' after drinking phenyl

Rediff.com8 Dec 2012

A cricket player from Pakistan, who is partially visually impaired, accidentally drank diluted phenyl, which was kept in a plastic bottle on a table where usually mineral water bottle is kept at his hotel in Bangalore on Saturday, official sources said.

'EVMs are 100% safe, 100% sure'

'EVMs are 100% safe, 100% sure'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

'There are many smaller parties, which in the age of ballot paper, might not have come into existence'

Maharaj Review: Much Ado About Nothing

Maharaj Review: Much Ado About Nothing

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Maharaj's mediocre social drama lacks the spine and spunk to recreate the relevance of revolutionary decisions in the face of religious fanaticism, observes Sukanya Verma.

When Fenerbahce striker Van Persie was nearly blinded!

When Fenerbahce striker Van Persie was nearly blinded!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Fenerbahce striker Robin van Persie, who suffered a horrific eye injury in his side's latest win against Akhisar Belediyespor in the Turkish Super Lig, calmed fears of his eyesight saying his eye is 'undamaged'.

'Sudden Hearing Loss Can Happen At Any Age'

'Sudden Hearing Loss Can Happen At Any Age'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

'The earlier you get your treatment done, the better the chance of recovery.'

India take on arch-rivals Pakistan in final of T20 WC for Blind

India take on arch-rivals Pakistan in final of T20 WC for Blind

Rediff.com11 Feb 2017

Pakistan set up a clash with India in the final of the T20 Cricket World Cup for Blind after beating England by 147 runs in the second semifinal at the KSCA Ground in Alur, Karnataka, on Saturday.

Manipur: Hmar apex body says peace deal 'null and void'

Manipur: Hmar apex body says peace deal 'null and void'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Just a day after an agreement was signed between Hmar and Meitei representatives to restore peace in ethnic violence-hit Jiribam district of Manipur, the apex body of the Hmar community said that the pact stood 'null and void'.

Maliwal case: Kejriwal's aide fails to appear before NCW

Maliwal case: Kejriwal's aide fails to appear before NCW

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar did not appear before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on Friday in connection with alleged assault on Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal.

Did Big Three ignore ICC's study to save Test cricket?

Did Big Three ignore ICC's study to save Test cricket?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Hockley, when asked about the report, denied suggestions that the powerful nations were turning a blind eye to Test cricket, saying he had met Snedden during the New Zealand-Australia first Test in Wellington and conveyed to him that Australia was very much committed to help ICC ensure all the three formats flourish.