Born blind, Kunal Shastri mastered devotional storytelling, won a national award, and now uses his kathas to fund hostels and support for 70 disabled children. Discover his inspiring journey.
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.
Delhi Police collect DNA samples to identify charred bodies after a deadly fire in Sangam Vihar. Two victims remain unknown as families search for missing kin. Read the full investigation details.
Meet Vikas Kinjale, a Pune-based Zomato delivery partner with 63% paralysis who inspires with his dedication. From a ₹1.25 lakh salary to a life-changing accident, discover his journey of resilience on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Cyclone Ditwah's devastating floods and landslides have claimed 355 lives in Sri Lanka, with 366 still missing. Read the latest updates on the rescue efforts and the nation's worst disaster in a decade.
Dozens of internally displaced persons gathered near Raj Bhavan in Imphal protesting the Sangai Festival and demanding immediate resettlement. Learn about their demands and government response.
Indonesia faces devastating floods and landslides with death toll reaching 442. Rescue operations continue as 402 remain missing. Read about the ongoing disaster response.
Aligarh-based activist Shazia Siddiqui receives UP government award for developing innovative products for persons with disabilities. Recognition ceremony on December 3, 2025.
Hong Kong fire tragedy updates: Missing persons reduced to 150, confirmed deaths remain at 128. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the devastating incident.
Displaced people in Manipur clash with security forces while attempting to return home after months in relief camps. Latest updates on the ethnic violence aftermath.
Union Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt visits Belgadia township to assess rehabilitation progress for families displaced by Jharia underground fires. New facilities inaugurated.
Central Railway's RPF rescued two adults and one minor in separate incidents across Nagpur division. Missing persons reunited with families following coordinated efforts under Operation Dignity.
Nagpur bench directs Maharashtra govt & CSTPS to respond to petition by 85 Project Affected Persons alleging denial of regular jobs & benefits. Hearing set for December 5.
Hong Kong's deadliest fire claims 128 lives with 200 still missing. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the tragic inferno that engulfed multiple buildings.
Supreme Court proposes a stringent law akin to the SC/ST Act to prevent ridicule of disabled persons. Govt raises concerns over impact on creative artists. Comedians directed to host SMA achievers.
Supreme Court directs Centre to consider legislation addressing derogatory remarks against persons with disabilities. Landmark judgment emphasizes dignity and equality.
Supreme Court questions absence of stringent law like SC/ST Act for disability rights after comedians mock disabled person. Read the landmark case details.
Tragic Hong Kong apartment fire claims 44 lives, leaves hundreds missing. Police arrest three as investigation into deadly incident continues. Latest updates on rescue operations.
Disability Rights Association of Goa objects to disabled parking spots being denied at IFFI venues despite collector's notification. Read about the rights violation.
Odisha government authorizes 14 medical colleges to issue disability cards, addressing significant application backlog. New system promises faster processing for persons with disabilities.
Displaced persons protest against Manipur's Sangai Festival, raising concerns about renewed ethnic conflict. Authorities deploy security amid tensions.
Internally displaced people in Manipur clash with security forces while attempting to return to native homes from relief camps. Latest updates on the tense situation.
Baloch activist group raises emergency over enforced disappearances in Balochistan after minor girl's abduction in Hub. Human rights crisis demands immediate action.
Bodies of forest official's wife and two children discovered buried near their Bhavnagar home after 10 days missing. Husband identified as prime suspect in murder case.
Pakistani authorities intensify state repression as enforced disappearances of Baloch men surge. Families demand justice amid growing international concern over human rights violations.
Karnataka High Court mandates qualified appointments to state-owned companies after Upalokayukta report reveals massive losses at MySugar. Read the full story.
Torrential rains trigger devastating landslides in Central Java's Cilacap regency. Two confirmed dead, 21 missing as rescue operations intensify. Stay informed about this developing situation.
Balochistan faces ongoing human rights crisis as enforced disappearances continue amid Pakistan's silence. Families demand justice and international attention.
The Philippines faces unprecedented crisis as Typhoon Kalmaegi claims 114 lives with 127 missing, compounding devastation from recent earthquake. Rescue operations intensify amid widespread destruction.
The Philippines faces catastrophic aftermath as Typhoon Kalmaegi claims 85 lives, leaves dozens missing, and causes widespread destruction across northern regions.