[AI] Assus laptops

2013-02-14 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Dear Friends How are assus entry point laptops in general? Has anybody used them? One can buy one with windows 7, 500GB HDD, 2GB Ram for around 2K. With thanks and regards (Rajesh Asudani) Assistant General Manager Reserve Bank of India Nagpur Cell: 9420397

Re: [AI] AI] Eyeway TV Serial!

2013-02-15 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Really a wonderful idea. I would be more than happy to contribute in any manner... -Original Message- From: AccessIndia [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of George Abraham Sent: Friday, February 15, 2013 12:08 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI

Re: [AI] Eyeway TV Serial!

2013-02-15 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Yes, really some blind girls have an amazing sense of dressing and personal grooming, which even surprises me, doing it non visually, you know. -Original Message- From: AccessIndia [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Swati Sinha Sent: Friday, February 15, 2013

Re: [AI] PARAVOOR:Mass wedding held for visually challenged

2013-02-25 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
I am compelled to congratulate Himanshu for his scientific approach.. -Original Message- From: AccessIndia [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Himanshu Sahu Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 2:20 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] PARAVOOR:Mass

Re: [AI] PARAVOOR:Mass wedding held for visually challenged

2013-02-25 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
flock in huge numbers to seek spouse via these NGOs? On 2/25/13, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: > I am compelled to congratulate Himanshu for his scientific approach.. > > > -Original Message- > From: AccessIndia [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf > Of Hi

Re: [AI] PARAVOOR:Mass wedding held for visually challenged

2013-02-25 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
mainstream people remain in their > own made standards. We'll find our way one day.. > but no imposition, and bashing please?... > On 2/26/13, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: >> Firstly, I am not comforted by the thought that mainstream is a myth. >> Secondly, marrying a disabled

Re: [AI] Blind man held for raping blind friend's blind wife

2011-11-07 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, blindness should not be construed as an obligation to remain moral, ALTHOUGH it makes committing offences more difficult as in fact it makes life in general more difficult -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia

Re: [AI] Socialising

2011-11-27 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, I was all through very active academically and outstanding. But, sadly, nonetheless was isolated all through. Blindness was at least partly responsible for it, though my introvert nature also played a role. Still, I feel despite whatever we do, an average sighted person does not prefer soci

Re: [AI] Relaxation of scribe norms for IBPS exam

2011-11-28 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, I am yet to read the CCPD order but I wish to know whether the condition regarding lesser marks than the candidate also stands revoked? IBPS should have come out with written corrigendum by now... -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia

Re: [AI] Home Lona

2011-11-28 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Dear A VI is entitled to home loan like any other human being on same terms and conditions without any concessions/limitations... -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Saravanan Sent: Monday, November

Re: [AI] meeting with PM

2011-11-28 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
HAHAHA Stay put in Delhi till he obliges. Anyway, there are hardly any trains/flights from Delhi to return, so he might have thought let them wait in sweet anticipation. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.i

Re: [AI] Calculator.

2011-11-29 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Sorry but I could not get your point. If it displays both input and output, what is interesting in it? In other words, how is it different from calculator which is there in our mobiles already? Yes, mobile does not have scientific calculator, I think, what else? -Original Message- From:

Re: [AI] Home Lona

2011-11-29 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
the above statement as this could be helpful to most of the members. with thanks and regards gufran. hope to here - Original Message ----- From: "Asudani, Rajesh" To: "Saravanan" ; Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 10:28 AM Subject: Re: [AI] Home Lona > Dear > A VI is

Re: [AI] Socialising

2011-11-30 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, I can fully understand rahul's predicament. So, advice to concentrate on studies and so on is too, too moralistic and beside the point. Specifically Rahul, here the third requirement of my theorum about desirability of escorts is being violated, i.e. the constant sighted escort is intrudin

Re: [AI] doubt about talks and c5

2011-11-30 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Please buy the package in Rs. 8450 only from saksham trust delhi. www.saksham.org -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Priyesh.C.U Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 12:01 PM To: accessindia@accessindi

Re: [AI] Socialising

2011-12-01 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
. > In fact, my parents and others who know me say that my main problem > is that I study way too much :P > Studies can only take you so far in life. > Anyway, thank you for your wishes, and I'll keep your suggestions in mind. > > On 01/12/2011, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: >>

Re: [AI] Socialising

2011-12-01 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
I go with my driver only. A driver is more than enough. But the only problem is that I need someone to note down what is taught in the class. On 01/12/2011, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: > Good Rahul. > My theory about escorts says that totally blind person should opt for escort > if the

[AI] FW: November 2011 - CBR Forum - E- News Bulletin

2011-12-01 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
From: Mahesh Chandrasekar [mailto:advocacy.cbrfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 4:03 PM Subject: November 2011 - CBR Forum - E- News Bulletin CBR Forum E-News Bulletin - A Compilation of News, Information and Updates November 2011 - CBR Forum - E- News Bulletin First issue: O

Re: [AI] Socialising

2011-12-01 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
ake a laptop with Jaws > installed and use it in your class, see how many friends you will be > getting. > > > On 12/1/11, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: >> Why don't you use the laptop to take down the notes? >> >> Or record them? >> Maybe, because the teachers

Re: [AI] Query upon Ayurvedic treatment for RP

2011-12-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Oh! fatalism. God has not given, scientists have given whatever miracles of technology we enjoy today. It is the human endeavor and human cooperation which can make life better and not some fanciful mercies of almighty who is conspicuous by his absence. Praise the human, and not some supernatur

[AI] Jabalpur friends

2011-12-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Friends I would be in Jabalpur for world disabled day through this weekend. So, friends in and around, can reach me With thanks and regards (Rajesh Asudani) Assistant General Manager Reserve Bank of India Nagpur Cell: 9420397185 o: +91 712 2806846 R: 2591349

Re: [AI] 2, 000 people with disabilities to get jobs in IT, BPO firms

2011-12-04 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
SSirnivasu Nobody would state so. things are no sosimple or logical as you would have us believe. Dnials and discriminations are too subtle to be easily spotted. Even in government, it is the case. For instance, please read the following extract of advertisement of the great university of Mumbai.

[AI] Her civil services dream yet tied up in red tape

2011-12-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
The Hindu: A visually challenged girl who cracked the Civil Services examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission in 2008 but is still awaiting appointment to one of the most coveted cadre jobs in the country, continues her fight to enter the system even as valuable time flies b

Re: [AI] 2, 000 people with disabilities to get jobs in IT, BPO firms

2011-12-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Could not agree more!!! -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Jairam Balasubramanian Sent: Monday, December 05, 2011 4:49 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] 2, 000 people with dis

Re: [AI] Youtube Accessibility

2011-12-06 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Youtube videos can be played accessibly at: http://www.povidi.com/yourtube/ However, I have not been able to find a good youtube downloader despite queries a couple of months ago in AI, and despite many helpful replies. Maybe, I have not been able to follow properly. Any easy-to-use free youtube

Re: [AI] 2, 000 people with disabilities to get jobs in IT, BPO firms

2011-12-06 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
client get convinced enough to trust you with his matter? Forget about the law and give me the practical solutions. Kanchan Pamnani Advocate & Solicitor 9, Suleman Chambers, Battery Street, Colaba, Mumbai - 400 039. - Original Message - From: "Asudani, Rajesh" To: Sent: Monda

Re: [AI] Descrimination in Private Sector

2011-12-06 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Indian Disability law at present does not provide any remedy. However, the constitution and principles of UNCRPD and equity and fairplay may be invoked to offer some solace/relief. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.or

[AI] MHADA and Mumbai University!!!

2011-12-06 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Kanchan MHADA has again prescribed same old requirements for scribe that of 60% and so on for the exam scheduled for Dec. 11. Shall we have to approach HC for this as always? I have asked the candidate to give them prevalent guidelines in Maharashtra. Mumbai University has also advertised posts w

[AI] BEL the best employer for PWD

2011-12-06 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
The Hindu: The Bangalore unit of Navaratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL) has received the 'National Award for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (2011)' under the Best Employer category. Anil Kumar, BEL Chairman and Managing Director, received the award from Mukul Wasnik, Un

Re: [AI] concession of rail way

2011-12-08 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
No concession in gareeb rath. 25% in Rajdhani for person and escort both. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of manoj cherian Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2011 1:05 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.i

Re: [AI] Of disclosing 'disability' before marriage

2011-12-11 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Good Shadab, Congrats for the right approach and of course for marriage as well. However, you have conveniently chosen to omit the modus operandi of disclosure and the impact on your wife. You have just written a couple of last lines, as if positive decisions do not need any analysis Anyway

Re: [AI] Of disclosing 'disability' before marriage

2011-12-11 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
In most of the cases cheated? Have you conducted any empirical study? Please share the sample size and the results? -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of BHAWANI SHANKAR VERMA Sent: Sunday, December

Re: [AI] Of disclosing 'disability' before marriage

2011-12-11 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, I think we cannot just push disability into oblivion like this. saying that "I feel eyes are the greatest distractions for anyone ." etc. just reinforces false defense mechanisms we all have inbuilt. Love is never unconditional, believe it or not. So, only a person who is able to relevantl

[AI] Tailoring by visually challenged

2011-12-11 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Friends We at BGFI Resource centre for the blind at Nagpur have a friend who was a tailor while sighted. He has gone blind about five years ago and has left his job of tailoring. I know the blind can effectively do the sewing and other tailoring jobs. Now the challenge is to train him do them wit

[AI] Discovering more life

2011-12-12 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
The Hindu Sunday Magazine Discovering more life Jo Chopra Disability challenges our confidence in profound ways, to cope with limitations. Jo Chopra W orld Disability Day has just passed and, as usual, speeches were delivered and promises made. Same as last year, same as the year before. Ye

Re: [AI] Tailoring by visually challenged

2011-12-12 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
: Re: [AI] Tailoring by visually challenged Dear Rajesh, Of course, visually impaired people can do tailoring. I feel he needs confidence and if someone can patiently spend time with him and help wherever he is getting stuck. - Original Message - From: "Asudani, Rajesh" To: Se

Re: [AI] Recorded tutorial on Unicode Hindi Typing

2011-12-12 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Dear Vikas Really a good tutorial... I wonder whether for beginners like me, a phonetic keyboard would be a better choice... -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Vikas Kapoor Sent: Tuesday, December

Re: [AI] Recorded tutorial on Unicode Hindi Typing

2011-12-13 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Input changes from english to Hindi. Any guidance, Please. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Asudani, Rajesh Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2011 12:33 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re

Re: [AI] Recorded tutorial on Unicode Hindi Typing

2011-12-13 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
options, to my understanding, you are presented with multiple choices only if SAFA is installed on your system. Vikas Kapoor, MSN Id: dl_vi...@hotmail.com, Yahoo&Skype Id: dl_vikas, Mobile: (+91) 9891098137. - Original Message - From: "Asudani, Rajesh" To: Sent: Tuesday, December

Re: [AI] A complex problem

2011-12-14 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, a lady is surely equally entitled to a share in the property of her parents at par with a son. However, I believe she cannot press for partitioning a house until it is partitioned. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessi

Re: [AI] Dating

2011-12-14 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
sendspace says the file has been deleted by the uploader Why such files are gone so early with the wind? Smile... -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Rishi Kewalramani Sent: Wednesday, December

Re: [AI] Dating

2011-12-14 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Okay, Okay, Rishi, apologies for earlier hasty mail. Will listen so that I too may be benefited, though the better part of my life is over as already having better half, but as they say, best is yet to come -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto

Re: [AI] Dating

2011-12-14 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well on a serious note, visual ability or otherwise does matter in such matters. So, it would be good if we can discuss it from that angle. I have observed that the fact that we are not hundred percent independent in our outings, and the girl has naturally to assist us, affects social outlook. Fo

Re: [AI] A complex problem

2011-12-14 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
st all sorts of negative > anxieties of his parents. > > wishing good luck for his bright future > > with warm regards, Anirban Mukherjee > > On 12/14/11, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: >> Well, a lady is surely equally entitled to a share in the property of her >> parents at

Re: [AI] Dating.

2011-12-15 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, one has to take many things in one's stride... Actually, just to clarify: dating only means expression of romantic interest in a person and does not mean any commitment. They call the commitment as going steady. But in India, we are not clear in our concepts. So, as soon as a person expres

Re: [AI] Dating

2011-12-15 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well moderator sir, I can assure you the rest of the poem explores the issue of love in the context of visual challenge, so it may not be off the list... Anyway, I will send it to Geetha -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun..

Re: [AI] Need help

2011-12-15 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, try to impress upon them that you can work efficiently by using technology. Please remember section 47 of disabilities act about non-removal of an employee acquiring disability and suitable work. And, spend Rs. 500 and then try to claim TADA. That's all I can say. -Original Message-

[AI] BGFI celebrates international day for persons with disabilities

2011-12-15 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Blind Graduates Forum of India Reg. No. F 11763 (BOM) 700/1986/GBBSD) Press Release Dear Sir / Madam BGFI celebrates international day for disabled-Musical evening by Visually impaired Blind Graduates forum of India, a non government organization working for the empowerment of the visually

Re: [AI] New tools for the blind

2011-12-15 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Really a good effort. Interesting part at least for me was that the tester Brent Gifford is a magician and a hypnotherapist I would love to get in touch with him!!! -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On B

Re: [AI] Accessible Coin in India

2011-12-18 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Good Asif that you have brought this issue of inaccessible coins, (as well as our existence), to the attention of governor. I vividly remember in my childhood all the indian coins used to be perfectly accessible, even down to the five paisa coin. So, they say progress is not always good. I know

Re: [AI] Accessible Coin in India

2011-12-18 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Initiated by RBI governor? Disagree... Initiated by Asif. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Rahul Kelapure Sent: Friday, December 16, 2011 4:56 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re

[AI] BGFI celebrates international day for disabled-Musical evening by Visually impaired

2011-12-19 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Blind Graduates Forum of India Reg. No. F 11763 (BOM) 700/1986/GBBSD) BGFI celebrates international day for disabled-Musical evening by Visually impaired Blind Graduates forum of India, a non government organization working for the empowerment of the visually challenged organized a musical eve

Re: [AI] Job Alerts.

2011-12-19 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Only for low vision? I think Kanchan, one more instance to be cited in omnibus -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of balondhe Sent: Monday, December 19, 2011 10:30 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.or

[AI] Maharashtra omnibus petition-a good order on scribes

2011-12-19 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
This particular order seems particularly clear, and the last few paras outlawing declaration about criminal prosecution are really a step forward. So, thought of sharing it publicly Those interested in scribe issue, Do read on... order dated 8 December 2011.pdf 1 PIL.75.2006(903).sxw mnm I

[AI] Marriage portal

2011-12-21 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Friends I am sure a few days ago, one site was suggested where blind folks may get registered for matrimonial purposes. I cannot recall the site. Please help me out. Lest there be any misunderstanding, let me clarify that a blind friend of mine is interested in getting herself registered.

[AI] FW: Enable Newsletter, November-December 2011

2011-12-21 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
From: United Nations [mailto:ena...@un.org] Sent: Thursday, December 22, 2011 5:07 AM To: Asudani, Rajesh Subject: Enable Newsletter, November-December 2011 ENABLE NEWSLETTER November-December 2011 The Enable Newsletter is prepared by the Secretariat for the Convention on the Rights of

Re: [AI] Professors, assistant Professors and Associate Professors

2011-12-22 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
I would add: Dr. Rajasekhar teaching English in CIEFEL, now called Indian institute of foreign languages, perhaps. And, Mr. Abhijeet Joshi lecturer of Philosophy in Hyderabad Central University, as per my information about three years back. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@a

Re: [AI] Visually impaired Yasmeena singly supports her family

2011-12-22 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well said Vamshi. He must have not only tolerated her errors, but must have realistically but helpfully pointed out them to her, that's why she could perfect them. So, the tolerant but realistically oriented nurturing approach is called for. Well, it's a rarity in employers to say the least. In ou

[AI] FW: December 2011 - CBR Forum - E- News Bulletin

2011-12-23 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
From: Mahesh Chandrasekar [mailto:advocacy.cbrfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, December 23, 2011 4:19 PM To: CBR Forum: Admin Subject: December 2011 - CBR Forum - E- News Bulletin CBR Forum E-News Bulletin - A Compilation of News, Information and Updates December 2011 - CBR Forum - E- News Bullet

Re: [AI] Want MA English material

2011-12-25 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
for IGNOU material, browse www.egyankosh.ac.in and besides, may books can be found on: gutenburg and bartleby. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of megha batra Sent: Sunday, December 25, 2011 12:07 PM

Re: [AI] Stanford Online Study - Win an iPad 2

2011-12-26 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
I did participate in online study, but could not judge what they are conducting study for. What exactly are they testing? Just a few basic details like e mail, name and gender? Is it a spam? That too using the name of stanford. Please, friends, refrain Moderator, please From: mamta [mai

Re: [AI] regarding java access bridge on computer

2011-12-27 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
What is JDK? I am also similarly stuck in installing Java access bridge, due to technical read me file... In addition to being visually challenged, people like me are technologically challenged also!!! So, please elaborate the short forms! Smile!!! Rajesh -Original Message- From: accessi

Re: [AI] New CCPD

2011-12-27 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Really a good news. Hope something would come out of it. But, the first blind person to be a CCPD? What about Mrs. Anuradha Mohit, if I am not wrong? -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of George Abraha

Re: [AI] regarding java access bridge on computer

2011-12-27 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] regarding java access bridge on computer JDk: Java Development Kit Download from this page: http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javaee/downloads/java-ee-sdk-6u3-jdk-7u1-downloads-523391.html Regards, On 12/28/11, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: > What is

Re: [AI] FW: [Blindmath] Version 0.0.20 of SVGDraw01 is now available for download

2011-12-29 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
What does this programme assist us do? -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Pranav Lal Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2011 6:22 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: [AI] FW: [Blindmath] Versio

Re: [AI] Of disclosing 'disability' before marriage

2012-01-01 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well Shadab What I gathered from your original piece on the topic is that yours was not a love marriage, at least not of kind where love precedes marriage. So, your answer appears illogical to me... Perhaps you mean to say that you never felt erotically attracted towards blind women which is the

Re: [AI] My Day on New Years!

2012-01-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, I am baffled to read that it is considered a trick by the blind themselves if a blind person asks for the best seller of the month in a bookstore and intended pestering of the attendant about movie tickets would send wrong signals about the sector as a whole, me thinks. -Original Me

Re: [AI] related to bank account

2012-01-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, I would not say he is outdated... Despite prolonged struggle and RBI/IBA circular, the situation regarding chequebook is the same... I would actually endorse CCPD's suggestion years back that Sign/thumb impression on cheques should be attested by bank official at the time of issue itself,

Re: [AI] Some more questions about dating

2012-01-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
With a sighted person? No Mohit No. Do you trio want to go on a date? Absolutely a counterproductive idea.. Regarding assisting with mobility, sensitize her, and the best way to sensitize is the actual interaction, which dating would offer. If even then your friend is reluctant to assist, forgo

Re: [AI] Some more questions about dating

2012-01-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
thing related to dating or marriage then creat a google group for that and start discussing. RGDS, Phen Varghese On 1/3/12, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: > With a sighted person? > No Mohit No. > Do you trio want to go on a date? > Absolutely a counterproductive idea.. > > Regarding

Re: [AI] Some more questions about dating

2012-01-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
ry 03, 2012 10:33 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] Some more questions about dating We'll see about that. Let's see what the moderator says. On 1/3/12, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: > Dear Mr. Phen Varghese > > I hope moderator has not delegated his discr

Re: [AI] Some more questions about dating

2012-01-02 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] Some more questions about dating The best way is to make a google group. On 1/3/12, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: > Exercise temperance or else I am really a bad tempered person. > Don't adopt a patronizing discourse. > Keep

Re: [AI] Fwd: [New post] Sound Sense

2012-01-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
I believe books from this library would be available as soft copies either to be read out by screen readers or to be read as Braille by Braille displays? -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of pradeep

[AI] Sensory desktop

2012-01-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Friends Here is an interesting piece from www.edge.org Don't know whether it is off topic or not, but I did correlate it with the idea of sensory substitution which may find application in devices like Brainport and functional utility of sensory input rather than its perceive

Re: [AI] Giving exams with JAWS

2012-01-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Dear Rahul I am quoting from your mail: "So, due to this, very few people will be willing to solve my papers for me". Now, please remember writing a paper cannot be equated with solving it. So, please refrain from using inappropriate words... I know you did it unconsciously, but blind themselves

Re: [AI] Giving exams with JAWS

2012-01-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Nowadays of course computer can be used and gradually, the rules are in place for some exams at least. However, it should ultimately depend on individual choice and computer should never be advocated to the exclusion of a writer. I am aware of comparative merits/demerits of both the methods, but

Re: [AI] Discussion on hypnotism.

2012-01-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, I think whether blind can be hypnotized and whether they can hypnotize is an interesting topic. It is true that hypnotism suspends your analytical abilities and makes you highly susceptible to suggestion. The exact mechanism of this is still being debated in Psychological circles. However

[AI] A great medium of public education declines

2012-01-05 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
The Hindu Opinion: A great medium of public education declines Krishna Kumar PTI The radio's characteristics as a medium redefined education, creating the possibility of learning long after childhood had passed. File photo Finding something worth listening to on medium wave in the broadcasts of

Re: [AI] Visually challenged boy pens novel

2012-01-09 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Hats off, not to his younger brother, but his younger sister, Sija... -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of avinash shahi Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 8:05 AM To: accessindia Subject: [AI] Visually

Re: [AI] good news for Visually impeired students !

2012-01-09 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, firstly, graduation does not come within the perview of education boards. Perhaps you meant to say twelfth or higher secondary. Secondly, graduation even in medicine without any practicals? Not desirable.. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:acce

Re: [AI] good news for Visually impeired students !

2012-01-10 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
>> be definitely off the mark. >> >> George >> - Original Message - >> From: "Asudani, Rajesh" >> To: >> Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 10:52 AM >> Subject: Re: [AI] good news for Visually impeired students ! >> >> >>

Re: [AI] good news for Visually impeired students !

2012-01-10 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
dia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] good news for Visually impeired students ! Can a VI go to any college and study enjineering or is there a special one for us? By the way how do we get assistance? On 1/10/12, Asudani, Rajesh wrote: > Computer engineering surely, if she/he has enough determination

Re: [AI] Comparing Apples with Apples

2012-01-10 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
If they don't know of your disability and you did not need any differential ways/things for your work, then I have to say that you are not qualified to answer the question of job appraisals for disabled employees, as the situation is inapplicable to you... Disability surely is a relevant facto

[AI] Arabic screen reader and tts

2012-01-10 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Friends I remember someone had said it exists. So, can anybody inform me about the existence and availability of a screen reader and tts for reading Arabic script. Actually apart from Urdu Sindhi is also written in Arabic script and I would love to read it. With thanks and regards

Re: [AI] thoughts invited on webcast about android phones and their accessibility

2012-01-11 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Of course Prateek, you are welcome. We would all benefit... -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of prateek aggarwal Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2012 3:46 PM To: accessindia; youthRI; rpp-india; aktrust

Re: [AI] Comparing Apples with Apples

2012-01-12 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
g a disabled is just fulfilling obligation , mercy or social > responsibility. > > Cheers, > > Pankaj Kwatra > > -Original Message- > From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in > [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Asudani, > Rajesh >

Re: [AI] Problem of SBI Net Banking for all new visually impaired.

2012-01-12 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
The moment itself when SBI had introduced this special net banking for VI, I had said it's a fool's idea. Now, we are witnessing its exclusivity and VI are only offered this so-called special net banking. I am really at a loss to understand, who among the blind, if anybody, advises these stupid

Re: [AI] About the fire drill

2012-01-20 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, if it is a drill only, Probably I would do nothing!!! Smile... But, escapes without railings? Building should not be permitted to violate such basic safety norms. And, yes, I have been left to my own devices during such drills in office. So, pull up the security officer for not ensuring you

Re: [AI] Friends, I received ISRO Team Excellence Award

2012-01-22 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Congrats Amit for this unusual achievement. However, it would be nice if you describe what was your precise contribution and how you went about it despite blindness? -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf

Re: [AI] About the fire drill

2012-01-22 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
even if you happen to get a wind of it, we must participate in it with all seriousness. Many blind persons got safely evacuated in twin towers on 9 11. Harish Kotian -Original Message- From: Asudani, Rajesh [mailto:rajeshasud...@rbi.org.in] Sent: 20 January 2012 13:55 To: access

Re: [AI] clarification regarding lfc encashment.

2012-01-23 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
No, not at least in RBI. However, one shudders to hear of such retrograde steps, lest they be imitated everywhere. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of selvi Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 10:00 PM T

Re: [AI] Query regarding night’s dreams of totally/born VI, & hearing /speech impaired.

2012-01-23 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Yes, sight is given an undue prominence in dreaming/waking life. Dreams try to recreate impressions of world as it is experienced, sensed and perceived, in different permutations and combinations. dreams fulfill many functions and are related to brainactivity during sleep. Actually recently it ha

Re: [AI] clarification regarding lfc encashment.

2012-01-23 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
It may be upto individual bank management. However, I think they cannot curtail encashment merely because the blind get concession in railfare. Firstly, nobody can compel me to take the concession. Secondly, it in no way diminishes my entitlement to full fare. -Original Message- From: ac

Re: [AI] Query regarding night's dreams of totally/born VI, & hearing /speech impaired.

2012-01-23 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
I wonder how clearly those who have lost sight late in life can have visual perceptions in dreams? Whether clarity diminishes with passage of time? because they don't have visual sensations now in their waking life? -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mail

Re: [AI] Query regarding night's dreams of totally/born VI, & hearing /speech impaired.

2012-01-24 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
t;RS > >-Original Message- >From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in >[mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Asudani, >Rajesh >Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2012 11:09 AM >To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in >Subject: Re: [AI] Query regarding nig

Re: [AI] Query regarding night's dreams of totally/born VI, & hearing /speech impaired.

2012-01-24 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
the brain >>continued to store information with data integrity even long after the >>individual could actually recollect it. I have read about experiments >>where electrical stimulation of brain areas made the person actually >>hear a song long after he had ceased to reme

Re: [AI] Satanic verses

2012-01-24 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
I can send you an average scan of the book, provided I am not pulled up for distributing the banned book by moderator or police, Smile -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of ekinath ekinath Sent: T

Re: [AI] Satanic verses

2012-01-24 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
ld be because a fatwa was released in the name of the author. Regards, Sandeep At 05:10 PM 24-01-12, you wrote: >Hi Rajesh, > >Can you send it to me also? I would like to read it and understand what the >controversy is about. > >Rahul > >On 24 January 2012 17:00, Asudani, Ra

Re: [AI] THE SATANIC VERSES.

2012-01-24 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Well, the import is banned, and not the download etc... You may take a different line of argument about not distributing books without permission etc... Smile -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of

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2012-01-24 Thread Asudani, Rajesh
Sexual experience is also dreamt of in its audio, tactile and olfactory ways. Perhaps, these dimensions of sex are hardly taken into account by the sighted, even though sex is ultimately tactual in its nature. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:acce

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