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Build permanent ramps in routine poll booths: HC to ECI

TNN / May 17, 2026, 01:10 (IST)

Over 50 PwDs offer prayers at Puri temple, demand for permanent accessibility measures

TNN / May 13, 2026, 23:17 (IST)

More than fifty persons with disabilities visited the Jagannath Temple in Puri together. This event renews calls for permanent accessibility and inclusive pilgrimage facilities. Many participants experienced the temple for the first time. Special arrangements were made for their visit. The collective entry highlights both joy and past exclusion. Disability rights groups advocate for equal access to the shrine.

Ahmedabad: BSNL asked to pay salary to employee with disability till superannuation

TNN / May 07, 2026, 02:09 (IST)

Biopic on Para Cricketer Amir Hussain Lone Announced

TNN / May 15, 2026, 11:24 (IST)

Lone, the inspirational cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir who rose to prominence as the captain of the Jammu and Kashmir para cricket team, has become a symbol of resilience and determination through his remarkable journey in the sport despite severe physical challenges.

'Son of the nation': Paralympic gold medalist Praveen Kumar to be honoured with Padma Shri

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 17, 2026, 20:57 (IST)

Supreme Court asks 8 national law universities to assess implementation of disability rights law

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 07, 2026, 16:14 (IST)

The Supreme Court has initiated an ambitious project, assigning eight National Law Universities the critical task of reevaluating the nationwide application of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. This initiative, known as 'Project Ability Empowerment', seeks to dig deeper than surface-level compliance checks, aiming to pinpoint areas for improvement in implementation.

Cleft affected children get education rights

May 07, 2026, 23:35 (IST)

RBSK 2.0 misses disability lens, experts flag gaps in flagship child screening programme

TNN / May 08, 2026, 09:05 (IST)

Doctors with Disabilities criticize the upgraded child health screening programme, RBSK 2.0, for failing to prioritize disability despite legal mandates. The revised framework omits explicit mention of disability and key conditions like thalassemia, potentially leaving millions of children without early diagnosis and care.

Angels of compassion compensating for absence of biological mothers

May 10, 2026, 01:36 (IST)

Caregivers Who Handhold Motherless Disabled Everyday

NTA CUET UG 2026 exam begins today: Important centre instructions and checklist for candidates

TOI Education / May 11, 2026, 09:07 (IST)

The National Testing Agency (NTA) commenced the CUET UG 2026 examinations today, May 11, with over 1.24 lakh candidates appearing on the first day across 300 Indian and 14 international cities. The computer-based test will continue until May 31, accommodating 15.68 lakh registered students with stringent guidelines for exam day.

Disabled employee alleges harassment at Murthal varsity, writes to PM

May 16, 2026, 23:04 (IST)

Edu experts urge CUET to fill gap, help girl with rare disability achieve dreams

May 13, 2026, 01:30 (IST)

NHAI recruitment 2026: Applications open for 60 Deputy Manager posts, check eligibility, link to apply before last date

TOI Education / May 17, 2026, 12:25 (IST)

The National Highways Authority of India has initiated direct recruitment for 60 Deputy Manager (Technical) positions. Applications are open until June 15, 2026, with vacancies allocated across various categories including Unreserved, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and specific disability reservations. Interested candidates should visit the NHAI official website for detailed eligibility and application procedures.