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Has landmark SC order on accessibility for disabled translated on ground? Compliance hearing bares gaps

Original petitioners of landmark Rajive Raturi v. Union of India case cite major hurdles in implementation of SC's 2024 ruling that declared right to accessibility as fundamental right.

Gold medalist Tanisha hid her disability at school for 12 years. Sports freed her

Tanisha has won five medals including three gold, one silver, and one bronze from national to state-level championships. Her hesitation has vanished and she now lives with pride.

After 16 years, SC comes to rescue of visually impaired CSE 2008 candidates, directs appointment

SC was hearing batch of appeals by Union govt challenging judgment by Delhi HC. Respondents were differently abled persons who participated in Civil Services Examination selection process.

UP man who has cracked UPSC exam failed Class 12 once, lost his legs & an arm in train accident

Suraj Tiwari of Mainpuri has scored 917th rank in his second attempt at the UPSC exam. He says persistence is the key to success.

How many people with disabilities have a driving licence in Tamil Nadu?: A story in 79 RTIs

RTOs to medical boards — there are many stigmas people with disability face while getting a driving licence.

‘Sorry, sir. Your child with cerebral palsy can’t study in our school’ is a staple in Jaipur

In 'Unbeatable', Shikhi Sharma documents the stories of parents with children afflicted with cerebral palsy and dyslexia.

Indian federations lack awareness on Paralympics classification of athletes. It shows in Tokyo

Indian para-athletes’ performance at the Tokyo Paralympics 2020 must lead to entry of qualified classifiers so that more para-athletes can compete in future games.

Sign language is a language too. But not when Indian leaders appear on TV

The mandate for the government to act in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disability Act is not a matter of discretion, it's a basic human right.

42.5% Indians with disabilities faced problems accessing healthcare in lockdown, finds study

The study by Indian Institute of Public Health said 81% disabled persons experienced high levels of stress due to factors such as isolation, abandonment and violence.

Survey says 64% Indians with disabilities facing financial difficulties during pandemic

Study also says almost 75% of people with disabilities are living with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts.

On Camera

Indian queers will settle for flower over the bouquet. No marriage equality? Recognise live-in

Live-in relationships are a conundrum for Indian law as courts build the framework case by case, often leading to more questions than answers.

Gen Z prefers betting online, so casinos are reinventing the real-world experience

With Gen Z more likely to gamble online than visit casinos, operators are adding sports, spas, street food and social spaces to turn gaming venues into lifestyle destinations.

India, Japan look at joint naval shipbuilding, technology transfer with pact to deepen defence ties

Maritime security agreement opens avenues for joint development of naval ships and design, greater use of Indian shipbuilding and repair facilities by Japan.

Munir’s latest power grab is proof of his paranoia. Dictatorship and delusion go together

At some point Pakistani dictators begin to show paranoia. That’s the strategic reality most relevant to India since the late fifties. Munir’s case is worse, like some sudden acrophobia.