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  "id": 9274460,
  "title": "Vaikom Vijayalakshmi’s National Award follows journey through blindness and freedom",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/vaikom-vijayalakshmis-national-award-follows-journey-through",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-23T04:05:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/women/voices-of-power/when-they-ask-why-you-are-unhappy-i-behind-vaikom-vijayalakshmis-national-award-is-a-journey-through-blindness-insensitive-questions-and-choosing-freedom-on-her-own-terms/articleshow/134425428.cms"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Vaikom Vijayalakshmi has been honored with the National Award for Best Female Playback Singer, a remarkable achievement in her music career. Despite her visual impairment, she champions inclusivity and understanding. As she navigates through her treatment and the aftermath of a challenging marriage, she embraces independence, showcasing her resilience. Her inspiring journey demonstrates how…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}