News of the month November 2025

News of the Month November 2025 brings a compelling collection of stories, breakthroughs, and inspiring moments from the world of disability inclusion, neurodiversity, healthcare, and education. This News of the month shines a spotlight on children and young adults taking the lead from art exhibitions and kitchen takeovers to national sports championships showcasing their talents, resilience, and creativity.

Alongside these uplifting stories, November also highlights vital research updates, evolving policies, and nationwide initiatives supporting early intervention, inclusive education, mental health, and the rights of individuals with special needs. From community-driven celebrations to transformative medical advancements, November has been a month of awareness, empowerment, and forward-moving conversations shaping a more inclusive future for all.

Serving love on a plate children on the spectrum take over the kitchen at india autism centers childrens day event

Children on the autistic spectrum cooked and served a sit-down dinner on Friday in honor of Children's Day at the India autistic Center (IAC). Over thirty people from the Amrit Somani Memorial Center, Marga Wellness Studio, and WeCan Society attended the event, which took place on November 12 and 13.

The kids prepared the menu, prepared the food, and served it to mentors and parents under the guidance of chef Shashvat Dhandhania.Children on the autistic spectrum cooked and served a sit-down dinner on Friday in honor of Children's Day at the India autistic Center (IAC). Over thirty people from the Amrit Somani Memorial Center, Marga Wellness Studio, and WeCan Society attended the event, which took place on November 12 and 13. The kids prepared the menu, prepared the food, and served it to mentors and parents under the guidance of chef Shashvat Dhandhania.

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Vaccine-Autism Link Needs Fresh Evaluation, Says Updated US CDC Website

America's major public health organization, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC), has subtly adopted an anti-vaccine stance, implying a link between vaccines and autism. Experts, however, rejected the assertions on Friday. The CDC's shift mirrors Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s anti-vaccine stance, which is also supported by President Donald Trump. Kennedy was once a major opponent of the growing anti-vaccine trend around the world.

According to the US CDC website, "the claim that vaccines do not cause autism is not an evidence-based claim because studies have not ruled out the possibility that infant vaccines cause autism." Additionally, the modified page notes that HHS is conducting a "comprehensive assessment of the causes of autism" and states that research showing a relationship "has been ignored by health authorities." But according to the previous webpage, "No links have been found between any vaccine ingredients and ASD."

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When children with autism put up an art exhibition in bengaluru

Bengaluru: "Hello, I'm Rohith. I'm riding a red and yellow dragon in this painting while sporting black jeans and a blue t-shirt. I have to vanquish the magical spirits known as yakshas. "I am Spider-Man and I am digging my nose in another painting," Rohith exclaimed enthusiastically about his artwork. The Com DEALL Trust (TCDT), which celebrated its 25th anniversary on Friday, provided intense early interventions to hundreds of children with autism and autism spectrum disorder.

All of the artwork created by those who underwent interventions is on display at the Bangalore International Center till November 9 in honor of the momentous occasion. At the show, children's artwork as early as three years old is on display and for sale. The artists themselves will receive the sales revenues.

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Covid During Pregnancy May Raise Autism, Motor Disorder Risk In Kids By Age 3

According to new research, children born to moms who contracted COVID-19 during pregnancy may be more likely to experience developmental abnormalities by the time they are three years old, such as autism, speech difficulties, and motor disorders. These could be caused by immunological activation during pregnancy, which interferes with normal fetal brain development, according to researchers from Mass General Brigham in the United States.

According to Andrea Edlow, a Maternal-Foetal Medicine specialist in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mass General Brigham, "these findings highlight that Covid-19, like many other infections in pregnancy, may pose risks not only to the mother, but to foetal brain development. Based on an examination of 18,124 live births within the peak Covid window of March 2020 to May 2021, the findings were reported in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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When children led the kitchen a heartwarming childrens day at india autism center

The India Autism Center celebrated Children's Day with a heartfelt Sit-Down Supper and Kitchen Takeover, complete with the sound of children laughing, the clinking of plates, and the perfume of freshly prepared food. Children on the autistic spectrum put on aprons, took control of the kitchen, and served joy one dish at a time in a celebration based on confidence and inclusivity.

Over thirty young people from Amrit Somani Memorial Center, Marga Wellness Studio, and WeCan Society participated in the project, which took place on November 12 and 13. Under the direction of Chef Shashwat Dhandhania, the kids organized, cooked, and served a healthy dinner for their parents and mentors, turning the kitchen into a lively area of ingenuity, camaraderie, and pride.

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Resplice Autism Research Institute Pioneers India’s First FMT-Based Autism Therapy

Under the direction of Dr. Chandrasekhar Thodupunuri, the Resplice Autism Research Institute in Hyderabad has established the first clinical facility in India that provides Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) therapy to treat autism via the gut-brain axis.

The center, which was founded by physician-parents of autistic children, focuses on prevention and treatment starting in the womb through AI-integrated microbiome research and toxin-free prenatal programs. In order to create a "generation free of autism," Dr. Thodupunuri stressed the importance of early identification and maternal wellness. The institute's Manikonda location in Hyderabad will host a free autism assessment camp from October 29 to November 15.

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Para Swimming National C’ship Me Harshad Goa Ko Represent Karenge

On November 15 and 18, Hyderabad will host the XXV-National Para Swimming Championships in Gachibowli. I, Harshad Satish Sawant Goa, will represent Karenge. I participate in the Harshad Intellectual Impaired Ke Liye S14 category. The Indian Paralympic Committee held a competition. I won a silver medal in the 2024 Sivus India and Down Syndrome National Games competition in Dwara. Vasco is a student in New Deep Asha Dawn High School.

The Goa Paralympic Association would like to congratulate its president, Vishram Naik, secretary, Sudesh Thakur, and other members who attended the National Championships. I'm training at the Fatorda Swimming Pool under the tutelage of Harshad, a SAG coach.

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Schools cant deny admission to a child with special needs new haryana guidelines

Gurgaon: According to recently revised standards, the state's government and private schools must make sure that no child with special needs is turned away. The recommendations are in response to a 2019 order by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, which found that private schools lacked explicit instructions regarding the admission of children with impairments.

It concerned a 13-year-old child with Down syndrome whose enrollment in the special wing of a private school in Panchkula was canceled in the middle of the school year. The child, who had won gold in swimming and skating and represented a well-known clothing business, was expelled due to a "behavioral issue."

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Popcorn brain syndrome the hidden cost of non stop screen time and why your brain struggles to focus and slow down

That lengthy scroll before bed, the need to check every notification, and the fog that follows when you finally look up from your phone are all indicators of a brain that has forgotten how to rest. Popcorn brain syndrome, a contemporary disorder where the mind is overstimulated by continuous screen time and craves fast digital inputs even while offline, is increasingly a concern for scientists. Shorter attention spans, irritability, and an inability to appreciate slower pursuits like reading or deep talks are the results.

According to a peer-reviewed study that was published in Frontiers in Psychiatry (2021), teens and young adults who use smartphones excessively have altered cognitive and emotional regulation, poor attention, and structural brain alterations. This implies that prolonged screen use may literally remodel the brain, affecting behavior, mood, and focus.

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Drishti dispelling darkness of spl kids

Lucknow: Two children rest side by side on a colorful floral mattress in a brightly illuminated room of Drishti Samajik Sansthan (DSS) in Lucknow's Jankipuram Extension. Kanchan, who is twelve months old, breathes quietly and has a slightly swelled head due to hydrocephalus. Akash, who was born with Down syndrome and is six months old, kicks his legs in lazy, dreamy arcs next to her. Akash arrived just two months ago, but Kanchan Rajkiya Bal Grih (government shelter) in Lucknow arrived over a year ago. Their frail bodies convey tales of survival and abandonment, but their presence here tells of much more: hope, dignity, and a shot at life.

They are one of 265 minors with special needs that live at DSS. For children who were left behind, including orphans, abandoned infants, and juveniles with serious impairments, this rehabilitation facility is more than just a refuge; it is a lifeline.

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UT seeks support of schools to make edu disability inclusive

Chandigarh: A comprehensive education strategy for children with disabilities has been announced by the Chandigarh administration. It establishes requirements for identification, placement, support services, and oversight in both government and accredited private schools.

A certain portion of the Right to Education quota for economically disadvantaged and weaker groups is set aside for children with benchmark disabilities, who are guaranteed entrance to neighborhood schools without discrimination and free education up until the age of eighteen. In accordance with CBSE regulations and the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, schools are obligated to offer curriculum modifications, topic substitution when necessary, and accommodations during exams.

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WCD to host adoption awareness conclave, spotlight on children with special needs

New Delhi, Nov. 26 (PTI) On Thursday, the National Adoption Awareness Conclave 2025 will take place in Visakhapatnam, bringing together families, adoption agencies, and legislators to support "non-institutionalized rehabilitation" for children with exceptional needs. The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), a division of the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), is hosting the event as part of the nationwide National Adoption Awareness Month.

This year's conclave, which has as its theme "Non-Institutionalized Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs (Divyaang Children)," seeks to improve India's adoption ecosystem by encouraging family-based care for kids without parental support in accordance with the Juvenile Justice Act and Adoption Regulations, 2022.

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Children need support not stigma experts stress early intervention to reverse dyslexia

Kolkata: At a panel discussion to commemorate Dyslexia Awareness Month, educators and counselors stated that around one in eight Indian children suffer from dyslexia, a disorder that is treatable but frequently not identified and addressed early enough. On Wednesday, hundreds of kids, parents, educators, therapists, and clinical psychologists met at Victoria Memorial to observe and spread awareness about dyslexia, a disorder that affects more than 35 million children in India. It came after the Anjali Dyslexia Association and Victoria Memorial Hall hosted a Walk for Dyslexia, in which a large number of people participated.

On Wednesday night, the Victoria Memorial was illuminated in red, a color associated with dyslexia. The disorder known as dyslexia is brought on by variations in the brain regions responsible for language processing. According to specialists, it causes learning, writing, and reading challenges that, if left untreated, may become irreversible.

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CSR support vital for enhancing education of children with special needs: Arunachal Guv

Itanagar, Nov. 19 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) stated on Wednesday that children with special needs greatly benefit from Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding support, highlighting the critical role such initiatives play in enhancing their access to education and daily learning opportunities. The Oju Welfare Association (OWA) received a NEEPCO (North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited) CSR-sponsored school bus from the Governor, who flagged it off from Raj Bhavan, Itanagar. The state-owned NEEPCO was thanked for its kind donation by the governor, who personally took the initiative to arrange the bus for Oju Mission School under NEEPCO's CSR program.

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