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disability news

Business case for getting accessibility rights

Wheelchair
Updated on Jul 12, 2026 05:42 pm IST

Reframing disability funding in India

Funding
Updated on Jul 03, 2026 04:23 pm IST

Knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication needed to support natural speech: Educators

Knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication needed to support natural speech: Educators
Published on May 17, 2026 04:45 pm IST

Can gene therapy restore hearing in children with deafness? About FDA approval

Regeneron said it plans to offer the therapy free of cost to patients in the United States.
Published on Apr 24, 2026 03:15 am IST

ICE deports deaf child and family to Colombia without assistive devices

The deportation has prompted calls from Tony Thurmond, California’s superintendent of public instruction.
Updated on Mar 07, 2026 11:25 pm IST

Health inspector, contractor booked for harassing man with disability in Katraj

Based on his complaint, police have booked health inspector Raju Dullan and contractor Ashok Shelke under provisions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Feb 24, 2026 04:00 am IST

10 years of RPWD Act: What has changed for persons with disabilities in India?

Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPWD Act) (SOURCED)
Published on Feb 18, 2026 04:15 pm IST

70% VA disability benefits in 2026: How much is the monthly pay?

A 70% VA rating in 2026 pays over $1,808 monthly
Updated on Feb 14, 2026 07:14 pm IST

Child with cerebral palsy barred from playing at Sunder Nursery: ‘Iska dimaag…'

The incident, captured in a video, has since gone viral, prompting conversations about respect and inclusivity in public spaces.
Updated on Feb 12, 2026 07:26 pm IST

Priority listing of disability matters

Supreme Court
Published on Jan 12, 2026 02:49 pm IST

Short Stream | Smile Please by Bakul Matiyani

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Set in a small-town household on the cusp of a life-altering move, the understated film centres on Ali, a teenager living with his parents .
Updated on Jan 16, 2026 03:28 pm IST

VA disability payments in December: When will you get paid? Key details here

VA disability benefits for December 2025 are officially set to be disbursed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Published on Dec 02, 2025 09:18 pm IST

SSC updates disability certificate formats after DEPwD guidelines

These two updated formats will replace the three older forms—Form V, Form VI and Form VII—which were previously used by the Commission across several recruitment notices. (Representational image)
Updated on Nov 17, 2025 09:47 pm IST

Pain physician shares 5 everyday habits that are damaging the spine

Dr Zawar said that typical human behaviour is to treat back pain and other spinal issues as a nuisance, and this attitude neglects the long-term consequences associated with untreated spinal diseases. (Freepik)
Updated on Nov 02, 2025 12:24 pm IST

Sumit Antil happy to be the most decorated para athlete at world championships

Sumit Antil poses with his Gold medal at the World Para athletics championship 2025 in Delhi
Updated on Oct 06, 2025 04:31 pm IST

Orthopaedic surgeon shares 3 things you must avoid to ease lower back pain

Dr Rahman warns that poor sitting positions worsen lower-back pain, a leading global disability issue.
Published on Sept 24, 2025 03:03 pm IST

SC seeks Centre's response on plight of cadets suffering disability during military training

SC seeks Centre's response on plight of cadets suffering disability during military training
Updated on Oct 07, 2025 07:10 am IST

A woman in Wisconsin is making dolls that look like the child they’re meant for

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Julia with her doll. Each doll is designed to mirror the special abilities as well as the personality, hairdo and fashion choices of its recipient. (A Doll Like Me)
Updated on Jul 12, 2025 02:45 pm IST

Person with disability found dead in Manipur; Arambai Tengol members held

Nine people, including six Arambai Tengol members, were arrested. (Shutterstock)
Published on Jun 17, 2025 11:17 am IST

Chinese cobbler with no legs learns English from radio, shares Harvard dream

“What does not kill me makes me stronger. This is the perfect illustration of my life,” Huang said.
Updated on Jun 01, 2025 04:02 pm IST

Disability rights in India need a cultural push

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Children (HT Photo)
Published on May 12, 2025 07:14 pm IST

The Vietnam war ended 50 years ago, but the aftermath of Agent Orange continues

Today, 3 million people, including many children, still suffer serious health issues associated with exposure to Agent Orange.
Published on Apr 30, 2025 03:22 pm IST

Meet needs of children with learning disabilities with these teaching methods

Children with learning disabilities need special care and attention.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 07:58 pm IST

‘Disabled’ MP govt official seen dancing in viral video; selection questioned

Madhya Pradesh: ‘Disabled’ govt official seen dancing in viral video; students demand inquiry
Published on Feb 15, 2025 01:02 am IST

Junaid Khan's childhood dyslexia inspired Aamir Khan to make Taare Zameen Par?

Was Junaid Khan the inspiration behind Aamir Khan making Taare Zameen Par? Loveyapa actor opens up about being diagnosed with dyslexia as a child
Published on Feb 10, 2025 02:30 pm IST

5 people with disability duped of 50K in fake free-scooter scheme

Based on their complaint, an FIR was registered at the City Police Station under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita on Thursday, police said. (HT File)
Updated on Jan 18, 2025 05:50 am IST

Where to watch Sebastian Stan's A Different Man: His 1st Golden Globe win

A Different Man OTT streaming details: Read on to find out more.
Published on Jan 07, 2025 12:59 pm IST

United effort required to end violence against people with disabilities

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Across India, millions of people with disabilities, especially women and girls, face multiple barriers that prevent them from escaping gender-based violence. (Representational image)
Updated on Dec 18, 2024 01:24 pm IST

United efforts required to end violence against people with disabilities

Women and girls with disabilities are up to ten times more likely to experience violence than their non-disabled peers
Published on Dec 17, 2024 03:21 pm IST