A major fire broke out at a 14-storey residential building in Mumbai's Goregaon West, leading to the rescue of 40 people. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. Read for details on the incident and response.
A major fire broke out at a residential building in Mumbai's Andheri area. Prompt action by firefighters led to the safe rescue of 40 people. Read the full details of the incident and response.
Cinephiles voice concerns over accessibility and higher costs at the new Bangalore International Film Festival venue. Will the festival experience change? Read more.
UP cabinet clears new regulations allowing Noida Authority to directly approve building maps on exchanged land, cutting court delays. Read how this benefits landowners.
A 19-year-old girl fell to her death while exploring the abandoned Briarcliff Building, famous as Hawkins Lab in Stranger Things. Police investigate the tragic incident.
Michaela Benthaus, a German engineer, made history as the first wheelchair user to travel to space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard. Her journey marks a giant leap for accessibility in space tourism. Read her inspiring story!
Ludhiana adopts Punjab's unified building rules, enabling self-certification for structures up to 21m via eNaksha. Deemed approval in 10 days slashes red tape. Architects face strict accountability.
A leopard entered a residential building in Bhayandar East on Friday, injuring three. Fire brigade and police are on the scene. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
A young child lost their life after concrete blocks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru's Chinnappanahalli. Police cite lack of safety measures. Read the full report.
A 4-year-old girl died and her two siblings were injured when hollow bricks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru. Read the full report on the tragic accident and the safety lapses involved.
Michaela Benthaus becomes the first wheelchair user in space aboard Blue Origin's NS-37 on Dec 18. Watch the live stream and meet the crew. #SpaceForAll
Svayam participates in Divya Kala Mela 2025 at India Gate with an Accessibility Simulation Zone. Experience the challenges and solutions firsthand from Dec 13-21. Learn why inclusive design is India's urgent need.
For the first time in Chennai, over 200 children, including deaf and disabled performers, joined a unified sign-language choir at Margazhi Matram. Discover how this multisensory concert is redefining inclusivity in Indian classical music.
Gurgaon MCG cancels a former councillor's building plan approval for concealing a property dispute. The plan, approved via HOBPAS, was revoked after a complaint. Details inside.
Medha's stage III cervical cancer diagnosis reveals systemic gaps in India's oncology. With 2M new cases yearly, only 30% are caught early. Discover how decentralized care, tech, and patient-centric models can transform outcomes.
A six-storey building in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar was demolished by JDA for lacking its permission. Owners claim JMC sanctioned the plan for Rs 1.25 lakh, highlighting a major coordination failure between civic bodies.
ICAI launches a ₹34 crore green building in Nagpur to train future CAs. President Nanda says India needs 30-35 lakh CAs by 2047. Read about Project Vanijya's record.
Panic in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar as an under-construction 5-storey hotel tilts dangerously. Cracks appear after illegal basement digging. Authorities evacuate area. Read the full report.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation takes action against illegal construction, partially demolishing three buildings in Guru Nanak Pura. Details on the crackdown and future plans.
Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru introduces India's first mechanical mobility assist system, enhancing accessibility for children and passengers with reduced mobility during boarding and deplaning.
Kempegowda International Airport introduces a first-of-its-kind assistive transfer system, inspired by a passenger's struggle, to ensure dignified travel for those with reduced mobility. Discover the innovation.
Vijayawada's Building Penalisation Scheme 2025 sees weak response with only 160 applications. Officials target 700 unauthorised structures for revenue. Read more on the regularisation drive.
Apple's latest campaign showcases how its accessibility features on iPhone, iPad, and Mac empower students with disabilities to learn, socialize, and succeed. Discover the tech making a difference.
Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation demolished an illegal G+4 building in Loharpatty after it caused a woman's death. Read about the safety violations and public outcry.
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Mumbai's wheelchair users and deaf citizens reveal the city's accessibility failures. Discover the gaps between legal promises and ground reality.
Explore Delhi-NCR's first accessibility museum in Gurgaon, where immersive exhibits and assistive tech foster empathy and champion universal design. A must-visit for inclusive awareness.
Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Kolkata activists debate terminology: 'disabled' vs 'specially abled'. Experts stress better access and dignity. Read more.
A German delegation visited Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation to review 'Dhwani Spandana-OnBoard', an innovative audio navigation system enhancing bus accessibility for the visually impaired. Discover how this initiative is setting new standards.
Andhra Pradesh govt amends Fire Services Act, introduces online NOCs, third-party audits, and strict penalties to boost building safety in urban areas. Read the key reforms.
Greenpeace India's City Rising Campaign proposes a model street near AIISH Mysuru to improve accessibility for people with disabilities and create climate-resilient urban spaces.