Over 500 officer cadets disabled during training since 1985 receive ECHS health benefits after Supreme Court intervention. They continue their battle for disability pension and ex-serviceman status. Read their story of hope and struggle.
A 32-year-old disabled woman set herself on fire at Salem collectorate after alleged harassment by officials over her petition for a free housing plot. Read the shocking details.
A 32-year-old disabled woman attempted self-immolation at Salem collectorate after alleged official harassment over a free housing plot petition. She was rescued and promised action.
Armed forces veterans and NCC cadets will walk Gandhi's 387 km Dandi March route from Jan 3, 2026, covering 25-30 km daily. A tribute to perseverance and fitness. Read the full story.
Special educators in Punjab continue their 127-day strike, protesting new hires and demanding job regularisation after 18-20 years of service. Read their story.
A 21-year-old and a minor arrested in Chennai for sexually assaulting an intellectually disabled woman for months, leaving her pregnant. The Kelambakkam police acted on the mother's complaint.
Tamil Nadu's first government-funded para-badminton academy opens in Chennai's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, offering dedicated training space for athletes. Read about the inspiring players and their Paralympic dreams.
Sainik School Nalanda welcomed 109 new cadets with a cultural ceremony. Separately, International School's ICSE wing held a farewell for outgoing students. Read more.
A contingent of 127 NCC cadets from Odisha has been selected for the prestigious Republic Day camp in New Delhi. Discover their journey and the state's plans to boost NCC participation.
A 22-year-old disabled woman was allegedly raped in Odisha's Puri district. Police have registered a case and launched a search for the accused. Read the latest updates.
12 NCC cadets from Amravati begin a 21-day, 1,680-km cycling expedition from Pune to Delhi, retracing Peshwa Bajirao I's historic route to promote national unity and awareness ahead of PM Rally 2026.
The Karnataka State Wheelchair Basketball Association celebrates a decade of growth, empowering players with disabilities. From 9 members to 17, the journey inspires. Read more about their story.
Kerala's Social Justice Minister R Bindu announces inclusion of 22,700 more caregivers in Aswasakiranam scheme, providing Rs 600 monthly aid. Financial assistance till October released.
Disabled individuals face severe health risks as pollution policies overlook their essential need for outdoor mobility. Medical visits and errands can't wait, forcing exposure to toxic air. Read more on this critical oversight.
R2D2's innovative assistive technology, driven by user-centric design, is transforming lives for people with disabilities in India. Discover the breakthrough devices bridging the gap between labs and real-world impact.
R2D2's user-centric designs are creating innovative mobility solutions, helping disabled individuals in India lead more independent lives. Discover the future of assistive technology.
A doctor couple in Kolkata's Salt Lake returned from a trip to find their home burgled. Thieves disabled 9 CCTV cameras and stole household items. Police are investigating.
Nagpur political parties push for home voting for 80+ & disabled in NMC polls. Municipal Commissioner forwards proposal to State Election Commission for final decision. Read more.
Tamil Nadu's Human Rights Commission orders ₹3 lakh compensation to the mother of a deceased disabled lawyer harassed by a police inspector. The state must recover the amount from the officer.
Maharashtra government announces Rs 2.5 lakh financial aid for marriages where one partner is disabled. Support also extended for inter-caste marriages. Learn about the new scheme's details and eligibility.
Discover how Chennai's Margazhi season goes beyond classical concerts. Artists like Sudha Ragunathan, OS Arun, and Bombay Jayashri are driving social change, supporting disabled artists, and redefining inclusivity. Explore the philanthropic spirit of the
Opener Wasim Iqbal smashed an unbeaten 85 off 45 balls as India Seniors chased down 143 with ease against India A at Wankhede Stadium. Captains hail the historic initiative by DCCI and MCA.
The Supreme Court has granted the Centre six more weeks to finalise its response on rehabilitating officer cadets discharged due to disabilities. The case, initiated based on Indian Express reports, will now be heard on January 28, 2026.
The Supreme Court has allowed the Centre six more weeks to finalize its response on rehabilitating officer cadets disabled during training. The bench expects 'sufficient progress' by Jan 28, 2026.
Massive youth-led protests erupt across Germany against the plan to revive compulsory military service. Students walk out, calling it 'recruitment of death'. Details inside.
The Institute for the Blind in Chandigarh's Sector 26 kicked off its annual sports meet at Sector 7 Complex. 168 athletes are competing across 30 events, with Sports Director Saurabh Kumar Arora promising upgraded facilities.
A GRP head constable in Ujjain was suspended after a viral video showed him assaulting a physically challenged youth at Nagda railway station. The action followed a complaint by a BJP leader. Read the full story.
Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Kolkata activists debate terminology: 'disabled' vs 'specially abled'. Experts stress better access and dignity. Read more.
Following a judicial directive, Gujarat launched a major drive in 2025 to fill reserved posts for Persons with Disabilities, leading to a recruitment surge. NGOs report positive private sector trends too.
Jharkhand faces a severe crisis in inclusive education with a staggering shortage of over 4,400 special teachers for 47,920 disabled students. Infrastructure gaps persist. Read the full report.