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Amritsar's 200-Year-Old Banyan Tree Faces Axe - Local Activist Battles to Save Living Heritage

200-yr-old Amritsar banyan tree faces axe, activist fights back

A heritage banyan tree in Amritsar's Ranjit Avenue, believed to be over two centuries old, faces demolition for road expansion. Social activist Rohit Mehra leads the fight to preserve this natural monument that holds historical and environmental significa

Supreme Court Questions Ladakh Administration Over Activist Wangchuk's Detention | Legal Battle Intensifies

SC Questions Ladakh Admin Over Wangchuk Detention

India's Supreme Court demands answers from Centre and Ladakh UT regarding the controversial detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk. Get the latest developments in this high-profile legal case.

Dyscalculia: The Math Learning Disability You Need to Know About

Dyscalculia: The Math Learning Disability Explained

Discover everything about dyscalculia - the math learning disability affecting millions. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and support strategies for children and adults struggling with numbers.

UN Proves Its Mettle: Championing Disability-Inclusive Development in the 21st Century

UN Champions Disability-Inclusive Development

Discover how the United Nations is transforming its approach to champion the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities in global development agendas, proving its continued relevance.

Chandigarh Families Stage Candlelight March Demanding Group Homes for Persons with Disabilities

Chandigarh candlelight march for disability homes

Families in Chandigarh organized a poignant candlelight vigil, pressing authorities to establish dedicated group homes for adults with disabilities facing admission barriers in existing facilities.

Retired NYPD Chief's Massive $295K Disability Pension Approved - Taxpayers Foot the Bill

Ex-NYPD Chief Gets $295K Disability Pension

Former NYPD Chief John Chell secures controversial $295,000 annual disability pension for line-of-duty injuries. The generous payout raises questions about pension system fairness.

Pimpri-Chinchwad Shocker: Social Activist Brutally Murdered, Wife Arrested After Calling Police

Social activist murdered, wife arrested in Pimpri-Chinchwad

In a shocking twist in Pimpri-Chinchwad, a prominent social activist was found murdered in his home. His wife, who initially alerted authorities, has been arrested as the prime suspect in this chilling crime that has stunned the community.

Who Is Jimmy Lai? The Jailed Hong Kong Media Tycoon Trump Wants Freed | Mint Explains

Jimmy Lai: Jailed Hong Kong Tycoon Trump Wants Freed

Discover the compelling story of Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul whose arrest has drawn international attention and calls for release from Donald Trump. Learn why his case matters.

Punjab Shock: Social Activist Brutally Attacked, 8 Accused Booked for Trespass and Assault

Punjab: 8 Booked for Attacking Social Activist

In a disturbing incident from Punjab's Tarn Taran district, eight individuals have been charged with trespassing and violently assaulting a prominent social activist. The accused allegedly forced their way into the victim's home, issuing threats and launc

Orissa High Court Mandates Accessibility Overhaul at Shailabala Women's College | Disability Rights Win

Orissa HC Orders College Accessibility Improvements

The Orissa High Court has issued strict directives to Shailabala Women's Autonomous College in Cuttack, demanding immediate infrastructure improvements to ensure equal access for students with disabilities. Discover the court's landmark intervention.

Sonam Wangchuk's Wife Alleges 'Close Surveillance' by Rajasthan Police & IB | Exclusive Report

Sonam Wangchuk's Wife Alleges Police Surveillance

In a shocking revelation, Rebecca Navalam, wife of renowned Ladakhi activist Sonam Wangchuk, claims she's under intense police monitoring in Rajasthan. The climate activist's spouse speaks out about the alleged surveillance tactics.

Mahmoud Khalil's Legal Battle: Palestinian Activist Fights Trump-Era Deportation from US

Palestinian Activist Fights Trump-Era Deportation Case

Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil faces deportation from the US in a high-stakes legal battle stemming from the Trump administration era. Learn about his case, activism, and the ongoing fight for his right to remain in America.

Maharashtra Government Admits Faulty E-Rickshaws Fail Special Needs Commuters | Bombay HC Hearing

Faulty E-Rickshaws Fail Disabled in Maharashtra

Maharashtra government body confesses to Bombay High Court that defective e-rickshaws are failing persons with disabilities, exposing critical gaps in accessible public transport infrastructure.

Haryana Rights Panel Chief Meets Governor, Presents Annual Report on Human Rights Initiatives

Haryana Rights Panel Chief Meets Governor, Presents Report

Haryana State Human Rights Commission Chairperson Justice Vijay Bishnoi met Governor Bandaru Dattatreya to present the annual report, highlighting key achievements and ongoing human rights protection efforts across the state.

Punjab & Haryana HC Orders Reinstatement of Disabled Bank Employee in Landmark Victory for Disability Rights

HC orders bank to reinstate disabled employee

In a significant judgment, Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed a nationalized bank to reinstate a visually impaired employee who was wrongfully terminated, setting a strong precedent for disability rights in the workplace.

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