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Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Youth with muscular dystrophy set to be co-op sr inspector
Pudukottai: For 22-year-old R Gobinath, stepping outside after five long years is not just about fresh air — it's about stepping into a new life. Battling muscular dystrophy since his school days, the young boy has now cleared Group 2A combined civil services exam mains Feb 2025, and is set to join the cooperative department as a senior inspector. In the last five years, he had hardly gone out except for writing exams. Diagnosed with the condition while studying in Class VIII, Gobinath lost the ability to commute on his own. "Since then, I had to drop him off at the campus," says his father K R Raja who had quit his job to take care of his son. After completing Class XII, Gobinath cleared NEET in 2020 but could not secure a medical seat through counselling. "He was devastated. The boy is intelligent and has a good academic track record, but he lost his confidence," Raja recalls. But his family encouraged him to continue his education through distance learning. Gobinath went on to earn a BA in History from Alagappa University and is now pursuing his MA there. His perseverance paid off when he secured a rank of 977 in the TNPSC exams, qualifying under the specially-abled category in the first attempt. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like For the chosen ones! 4&5 Bed Condominiums at Financial District, Hyd Sumadhura Group Learn More Undo His father said Gobinath studied using TN books, and did not get coached. Gobinath had requested the district administration to be posted in his home district of Pudukottai. "It will be better if the govt along with the posting can also arrange for a battery operated wheel chair for him," Raja said. "While I was confined to my home, there were times I felt life had closed all doors on me, but my parents kept reminding me that one success can change everything. Clearing this exam has brought back my confidence. I want to serve people with the same dedication my family showed in standing by me," Gobinath said. Gobinath had not taken much treatment ever since he was diagnosed with the condition, except for a few physiotherapy sessions. "Treatment for this costs a fortune and not everyone can afford it. Steps should be taken to ramp up efforts to extend as many special wheelchairs, assistance, and special beds" he said. Gobinath has been receiving Rs2000 monthly in welfare assistance from the govt. While muscular dystrophy has a few limited treatments to manage quality of life and symptoms, there is no permanent cure for the condition as yet. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Yoga day celebrations in educational institutions
Alagappa University, under the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' celebrated 11th International Day of Yoga on Saturday. The importance of celebrating International Yoga Day is to create an awareness about yoga among individuals across the world. In his presidential address, G. Ravi, Vice-Chancellor, emphasised the holistic value of yoga highlighting that it nurtures not only the body but also sharpens the mind and enhances social harmony. 'Yoga is part of our ancient culture, dating back over 2,000 years. Practicing it daily for at least 20 to 50 minutes leads to peace of mind, productive work and community well-being,' he said. He added that since 2016, the university has been offering yoga training to university fraternity and general public. In 2018, the university established the Centre for Yoga Education which offers Yoga Course. Mepco Schlenk Matric Higher Secondary School commemorated the yoga day by practicing yoga and speaking about its importance. A. Subash, one of the staff members, appealed to the students to practice yoga regularly for the betterment of physical and mental health.
Gulf Today
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Indian teenage boy speaks, writes and reads 400 languages
Gulf Today Report Nineteen-year-old Indian Muslim boy, Mahmood Akram, has astonished the world with his linguistic abilities and achieved what many consider impossible. With the ability to write, read and type in 400 languages and speak 46 fluently, the Chennai-based Muslim teenager's journey into languages began at an early age, guided by his father, Shilbee Mozhippriyan, who himself speaks 16 languages, according to media reports. The young Indian boy believes English isn't enough for global communication & wants to inspire people of Tamil Nadiu to learn more languages. Akram's extraordinary talent became evident when he learned the English alphabet in just six days and Tamil's 299-character script in three weeks—a feat that typically takes months. Encouraged by his father, a linguistics expert, he continued to explore languages, surpassing even his mentor's knowledge by the age of six. At just eight years old, Akram set a world record as the youngest multilingual typist. By 12, he had impressed German linguists by demonstrating fluency in 400 languages, securing another world record. 'I had struggled because I did not know the language of a particular state or country when I had to move to places like Israel, Spain, due to my job,' shares Shilbee, who also owns a doctorate in cognitive psychology among other degrees. Akram's journey continues to inspire linguists, educators, and students worldwide, proving that dedication and passion can break barriers in education and learning. His passion for languages led him beyond conventional schooling. Unable to find suitable programmes in India, he pursued online studies through an Israeli institution, focusing on Arabic, Spanish, French, and Hebrew. Inspired by his growing social media following, Akram began teaching languages at 14 through YouTube. By 2024, he had conducted language workshops in Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand, and Indonesia, sharing his expertise with students worldwide. He is pursuing a BA in English Literature and a BSc in Animation at Chennai's Alagappa University while also studying linguistics at the UK's Open University. Despite his academic commitments, he remains dedicated to refining his fluency across languages. As Akram recalls, 'My journey started at the age of four.' 'My parents began teaching me Tamil and English alphabets, and I mastered the English alphabet in six days. They were astonished.' His aptitude didn't stop there. He learnt the 299 alphabets of Tamil in just three weeks, a task that typically takes months.
Express Tribune
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
19-year-old Muslim boy sets record by being fluent 400 languages
Listen to article Nineteen-year-old Mahmood Akram from India has astonished the world with his linguistic abilities, mastering 400 languages while simultaneously pursuing multiple university degrees. The Indian Muslim teenager's journey into languages began at an early age, guided by his father, a linguistics expert. Akram's extraordinary talent became evident when he learned the English alphabet in just six days and Tamil's 299-character script in three weeks—a feat that typically takes months. Encouraged by his father, he continued to explore languages, surpassing even his mentor's knowledge by the age of six. Breaking records in linguistics At just eight years old, Akram set a world record as the youngest multilingual typist. By 12, he had impressed German linguists by demonstrating fluency in 400 languages, securing another world record. His passion for languages led him beyond conventional schooling. Unable to find suitable programmes in India, he pursued online studies through an Israeli institution, focusing on Arabic, Spanish, French, and Hebrew. Balancing teaching and higher education Inspired by his growing social media following, Akram began teaching languages at 14 through YouTube. By 2024, he had conducted language workshops in Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand, and Indonesia, sharing his expertise with students worldwide. Now at 19, he is enrolled in multiple degree programmes. He is pursuing a BA in English Literature and a BSc in Animation at Chennai's Alagappa University while also studying linguistics at the UK's Open University. Despite his academic commitments, he remains dedicated to refining his fluency across languages. Akram's journey continues to inspire linguists, educators, and students worldwide, proving that dedication and passion can break barriers in education and learning.
