Bhashini’s multilingual translation at Maha Kumbh Prayagraj 2025 ensures seamless communication, lost/found registration, and real-time assistance through AI-powered solutions. The Ministry of Electronics and Information...

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has detected two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka through routine surveillance aimed at monitoring respiratory illnesses. Both cases were identified as part of ICMR's ongoing nationwide surveillance efforts. HMPV is a globally circulating respiratory virus, and its presence in India is not unusual. According to data from ICMR and the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), there is currently no significant surge in Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) or Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) cases in the country. Details of the Cases: A 3-month-old female infant diagnosed with HMPV at Baptist Hospital, Bengaluru, after presenting with bronchopneumonia. The infant has been discharged and is stable. An 8-month-old male infant tested positive...

World Braille Day, observed annually on January 4th, marks the birthday of Louis Braille, the inventor of the Braille system. This day emphasizes the critical role Braille plays in enabling visually impaired individuals to access education, information, and equal opportunities, empowering them to participate fully in society. Understanding Braille: Braille is a tactile script using six-dot patterns to represent alphabets, numbers, and even symbols for music, math, and science. Developed by Louis Braille in 19th-century France, it serves as a bridge to literacy and independence for blind and partially sighted people. Significance of Braille: As per the 2011 Census, India has over 50 lakh visually impaired individuals. Globally, persons with disabilities face barriers to healthcare, education, and...