Mangilal, a disabled beggar in Indore's Sarafa Bazaar, earns ₹1000 daily, owns a 3-storey house, a Swift Dzire, and lends money at high interest rates, challenging stereotypes about street life.
Abhishek Soni, a differently-abled youth from Ujjain, watched the India-New Zealand ODI live in Indore after his social media appeal reached CM Mohan Yadav.
A special Pocso court in Amreli sentenced a 25-year-old man to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for abducting and raping a disabled 15-year-old girl. The court also convicted him for kidnapping her 12-year-old sister and ordered Rs 4 lakh compensation.
Mitti Cafe, run by disabled staff, launches at Calcutta High Court to provide jobs and visibility for people with special needs, supported by Chief Justice.
Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi has instructed officers to accelerate processing of Forest Rights Act cases in Shimla district, aiming to resolve most pending claims by March 2026.
Kanpur administration initiates a special campaign to identify and register disabled voters. The drive uses UIDID data and sets key dates for enrollment.
Rajasthan High Court reinstates a differently abled sanitation worker, ruling that government employees cannot be dismissed for offences committed as minors. The landmark verdict emphasizes juvenile justice protections.
Wheelchair-bound comedian Karn Shah was left stranded at Worli metro station for 45 minutes due to a malfunctioning lift, with staff allegedly telling him to 'go home walking'.
A wheelchair user faced a terrifying ordeal at Worli Metro station when a broken lift left him stranded for 45 minutes. Emergency helplines failed, and staff reportedly told him to 'walk home', sparking online outrage over accessibility failures.
The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court expressed strong displeasure over the absence of wheelchair-friendly e-bus services for disabled voters ahead of the NMC polls. The court demanded details of arrangements to ensure their access to polling stations.
A PIL filed in Madras High Court demands 7% reservation for disabled persons in Parliament and state assemblies, citing exclusion from political decision-making despite constitutional guarantees.
Human Rights Watch urges Canadian PM Carney to address human rights violations during his China visit. Read the full details and implications for Canada-China relations.
Actor Vijay Deverakonda shares mixed feelings after a court order forces a booking platform to disable ratings for Chiranjeevi's 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu'. He reveals long-standing concerns about organized attacks on films. Read his full statement.
Gopalpur Beach in Odisha unveils new disabled-friendly amenities including ramps, solar wheelchairs, and a park. Funded by the tourism department, the upgrade aims for a January 22 opening. Read more.
Karnataka simplifies procedures for disabled students through digital forms & clear communication, framing it as justice, not a favour. A step towards true allyship.
Delhi High Court grants interim protection to actor-politician Pawan Kalyan's personality rights, ordering fan pages to add disclaimers. The 'Power Star' and Andhra Deputy CM's plea against unauthorized commercial use is upheld.
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.
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani names Ramzi Kassem, who represented a Guantanamo detainee, as the city's top lawyer. The controversial pick sparks debate. Read the full story.
A Mumbai lawyer urges the Human Rights Commission for an impartial probe into the Bhandup bus tragedy that killed 4. Calls for action against negligence in BEST services.
The Supreme Court issues new SOPs requiring lawyers to submit timelines for oral arguments to ensure effective court management and faster justice delivery. 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.
Amritsar-born Supreme Court lawyer Sameer Sodhi cautions young lawyers against seeking quick money, stressing that success requires 5+ years of patience and ethics. Read his full advice.
Senior Advocate Harshad Nimbalkar unanimously elected Chairman of Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa for a historic third time. Read about his landmark career and recent senior designation.
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.
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.
A US judge has blocked Donald Trump's attempt to strip security clearance from a lawyer who represented whistleblowers. Read the full story on the legal battle.
A CBI court in Ahmedabad sentenced a former DRT inspector and a lawyer to two years' rigorous imprisonment for demanding a Rs 3.5 lakh bribe in a 2009 case. Read the full details of the trap and conviction.