disability rights
Supreme Court Mandates UPSC to Allow Scribe Changes 7 Days Before Exams and Implement Screen-Reader Software for Visually-Impaired Candidates
Dec 04, 2025 01:33 am CST
The Supreme Court has directed the UPSC to allow eligible candidates to request scribe changes up to seven days before examinations and implement screen-reader software for visually-impaired candidates. This landmark ruling emphasizes constitutional promises of equality and dignity for differently-abled individuals, requiring the commission to submit a comprehensive compliance plan within two months to ensure examination accessibility while maintaining integrity.
Shocking Video: Railway Police Officer Suspended After Assaulting Disabled Man on International Disability Day in Ujjain
Dec 03, 2025 02:25 pm CST
A disturbing incident occurred at Nagda railway station in Ujjain where a GRP head constable was caught on camera assaulting a disabled man sleeping on the platform. The officer was immediately suspended after the video went viral, with the assault tragically taking place on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, raising serious concerns about police treatment of vulnerable citizens.
Supreme Court Directs Centre to Frame Strict Law Protecting Dignity of People with Disabilities
Nov 28, 2025 12:54 am CST
India's Supreme Court has called for stringent legislation similar to the SC-ST Act to criminalize derogatory remarks against people with disabilities and rare genetic disorders. The court directed social media influencers who made insensitive jokes to conduct monthly programs featuring success stories of disabled individuals and raise funds for treatment, particularly for those with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. The bench also emphasized the need for an independent regulatory body to monitor offensive content on digital platforms.
Supreme Court Urges Comedian Samay Raina to Host Show Promoting Dignity and Achievements of Individuals with Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Nov 27, 2025 04:35 pm CST
The Supreme Court has requested comedian Samay Raina to host awareness shows featuring individuals with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, emphasizing dignity over financial compensation. The court highlighted the achievements of those with the condition and called for legislation protecting persons with disabilities from offensive remarks, suggesting that comedy platforms could be used to celebrate accomplishments and generate funds for treatment.
Supreme Court Demands Accountability for Social Media Content, Proposes Regulatory Framework
Nov 27, 2025 04:02 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has called for greater accountability for social media content creators, giving the Centre four weeks to establish regulations for user-generated content. During hearings related to the India's Got Latent case involving several YouTubers, the Court discussed creating an autonomous regulatory body, implementing content warnings, age verification systems, and stronger protections for vulnerable groups. The case highlights the delicate balance between freedom of expression and preventing harmful content in the digital age.
How Gujarat's Ganesh Baraiya Overcame Height Discrimination to Become a Doctor Despite Dwarfism
Nov 27, 2025 03:02 pm CST
Ganesh Baraiya, a three-foot-tall doctor from Gujarat with dwarfism and 72% locomotive disability, successfully fought legal battles against the Medical Council of India to pursue his medical education. After taking his case to the Supreme Court in 2018, he graduated from Bhavnagar Medical College and now dedicates himself to treating underserved rural populations, potentially becoming the world's shortest doctor.
Wheelchair-Bound Taiwanese Singer Forced to Crawl onto Plane at Shenzhen Airport: Accessibility Issue Sparks Outrage
Oct 31, 2025 08:21 pm CST
Taiwanese singer Zheng Zhihua, who is paralyzed from the waist down due to childhood polio, reported being forced to crawl 25 centimeters to board a flight at Shenzhen Airport when the wheelchair lift stopped short of the aircraft door. Following social media backlash, the airport acknowledged the incident, explaining the gap was required by safety regulations, and promised to improve accessibility services for disabled passengers.
Bihar's Youth Voice: Education Reform and Job Creation Top Priorities for Upcoming Elections
Oct 21, 2025 05:16 pm CST
As Bihar prepares for assembly elections on November 6 and 11, approximately 14 lakh first-time voters and 1.63 crore youth voters are focusing on education reform and employment opportunities. College students across Patna University express disillusionment with the current system, citing paper leaks in government exams, deteriorating educational infrastructure, and lack of job prospects forcing graduates to leave the state. These young voters, representing nearly 25% of Bihar's electorate, are evaluating political parties based on practical solutions to reduce migration and improve educational quality.
IndiGo Airlines Damages Disability Advocate Sminu Jindal's Custom Wheelchair During Flight - MP Naveen Jindal Demands Action
Oct 13, 2025 05:38 pm CST
Disability rights advocate Sminu Jindal's custom wheelchair was severely damaged during an IndiGo flight from Goa to Delhi, sparking calls for improved airline protocols for handling assistive devices. Her father, MP Naveen Jindal, condemned the incident as part of a systemic issue affecting travelers with disabilities, while IndiGo has issued an apology and claims to be reviewing their procedures.
Court Orders Google and Meta to Remove Defamatory Videos Targeting Padma Vibhushan Spiritual Leader Rambhadracharya
Oct 12, 2025 10:11 am CST
The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has directed tech giants Google and Meta to remove objectionable videos targeting renowned spiritual leader Jagadguru Rambhadracharya within 48 hours. The court's intervention follows a petition highlighting defamatory content that not only attacked the Padma Vibhushan awardee's reputation but also mocked his visual disability. State authorities have already summoned the content creator responsible for the offensive videos.