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Visually, hearing-impaired students achieve 100 per cent pass in Odisha board exams

Visually, hearing-impaired students achieve 100 per cent pass in Odisha board exams

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Disability has not deterred the visually and hearing impaired students from the path of success as all 25 students from the two special schools in Odisha’s Ganjam district cleared the annual Std X state board examination this year, officials said on Monday. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Punjab and Haryana HC fines defence secretary, Army chief ₹2 lakh after delay in ex-Major’s disability pension: Report

Punjab and Haryana HC fines defence secretary, Army chief ₹2 lakh after delay in ex-Major’s disability pension: Report

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The Punjab and Haryana High Court has imposed a penalty of ₹2 lakh on Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi for failing to implement orders granting disability pension to a retired Army Major, despite repeated judicial directions. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has imposed a penalty of ₹2 lakh on Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi. (HT_PRINT) The action came in a case involving Major Rajdeep Dinkar Pandere (retd), who underwent 24 surgeries and developed a kidney-related ailment during his military service, according to a report by The Tribune. Why the penalty against Defence Secretary and Army chief? Major Pandere, a resident of Pune, was commissioned into the Army on September 15, 2012, in a physically fit condition. He served with 4 Ladakh Scouts in Leh and held field, peace, special action group and high-altitude postings. In June 2017, he developed a medical condition while on duty and was examined at the Delhi Cantonment Base Hospital, where he was diagnosed with cystitis cystica glandularis. …

Disability percentage can’t determine capability for public employment: Supreme Court| India News

Disability percentage can’t determine capability for public employment: Supreme Court| India News

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The Supreme Court has held that the percentage of disability cannot be treated as determinative of a candidate’s capability or suitability for public employment, underlining that the State carries a positive obligation to ensure equal opportunity and provide reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities. Disability percentage can’t determine capability for public employment: Supreme Court A bench of justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta made the observation while ordering the Himachal Pradesh government to appoint a lawyer with 90% permanent locomotor disability as an assistant district attorney (ADA), setting aside the state’s decision to deny him the post despite his success in the selection process. The court also imposed costs of ₹5 lakh on the state, noting that the candidate, Prabhu Kumar, had been “unjustly denied appointment” despite being meritorious and was forced to undergo prolonged litigation. “The percentage of disability, by itself, cannot be treated as determinative of a candidate’s capability or suitability for public employment,” held the bench in a judgment released on Tuesday, emphasising that the statutory framework under the Rights of Persons …

Smoking 10 Bidis A Day: Supreme Court Rejects Ex-Army Man’s Disability Pension Plea | India News

Smoking 10 Bidis A Day: Supreme Court Rejects Ex-Army Man’s Disability Pension Plea | India News

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Last Updated:February 18, 2026, 18:21 IST The top court examined the First Medical Report and the opinions of the Medical Board, which noted that the ex-soldier had a habit of smoking about 10 bidis daily After the Armed Forces Tribunal rejected his plea, the ex-soldier approached the Supreme Court challenging the decision (AI Image) In a ruling that could influence future claims related to military disability pensions, the Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by a former Army personnel seeking compensation for a brain stroke, holding that the condition was caused by lifestyle issues rather than military service, as reported by Bar & Bench. A Bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and PB Varale upheld an earlier decision of the Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT), finding no merit in the claim that the illness was attributable to, or aggravated by, service conditions. The case, Sarvesh Kumar vs Union of India, has sparked renewed discussion around the balance between personal responsibility and entitlement to benefits under military pension rules. According to Bar & Bench, the appellant, Sarvesh Kumar, …

Meet Thanya Nathan, Kerala’s First Judge With Visual Disability: ‘Will Be Challenging Career’ | India News

Meet Thanya Nathan, Kerala’s First Judge With Visual Disability: ‘Will Be Challenging Career’ | India News

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Last Updated:February 09, 2026, 22:26 IST Thanya Nathan from Kannur is the first visually challenged candidate to clear Kerala Judicial Service Exam 2025, inspired by SC ruling and aided by technology. Thanya Nathan earned her LLB degree with first-rank honours and subsequently enrolled as an advocate, Mathrubhumi reported. She was the only student with a visual disability in the college. (X) A year after the Supreme Court allowed visually impaired to enter the judicial service, 24-year-old Thanya Nathan has become the first visually challenged candidate to cleared the Kerala Judicial Service Examination, 2025, securing a place in the Civil Judges (Junior Division) cadre. As she eagerly waits for her appointment letter, PTI quoted Nathan saying she is ready to face the challenges of the profession. “I know it will be a challenging career. But technology has advanced to a stage where most judicial work can be handled using assistive tools such as screen readers and dictation software,” she said. She, however, pointed out that infrastructure accessibility would be the biggest challenge ahead. “Our systems are …

Ayodhya GST deputy commissioner withdraws resignation; defends disability certificate

Ayodhya GST deputy commissioner withdraws resignation; defends disability certificate

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GST deputy commissioner Prashant Kumar Singh withdrew his resignation and said he had resumed work, asserting that there was no pressure on him and that the decision was entirely personal. Ayodhya GST deputy commissioner withdraws resignation; defends disability certificate He had resigned from service on Tuesday, stating he was protesting against what he described as “objectionable” remarks made by Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand against chief minister Yogi Adityanath. Soon after, his brother Vishwajeet Singh accused him of securing his job under the disability quota using a fake disability certificate. Acting on the complaint, principal secretary Kamini Ratan Chauhan sought a report from state tax commissioner Nitin Bansal. Responding to allegations, Prashant claimed that Vishwajeet was involved in criminal activities and had subjected him to extortion and threats. He explained that the certificate was issued by the same office and that the Mau chief medical officer had confirmed its authenticity in writing. Vishwajit had also accused his sister, Jaya Singh, of obtaining a fake disability certificate. Jaya Singh, who is currently posted as Tehsildar in Hata tehsil of …

UP Man Cuts Off His Own Leg, Stages Fake Attack To Claim Disability Quota Benefits | India News

UP Man Cuts Off His Own Leg, Stages Fake Attack To Claim Disability Quota Benefits | India News

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Last Updated:January 23, 2026, 18:38 IST Suraj Bhaskar from Khalilpur, Jaunpur, staged a fake attack and self-inflicted injury to falsely claim disability benefits, prompting police to launch further legal action During sustained questioning and scrutiny of medical evidence, police established that there had been no external attack. (AI-Generated Image) A startling case of deception has emerged from Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur district, where police probing an alleged attempted murder uncovered a shocking act of self-harm staged to mislead investigators and secure government benefits. The incident was reported from Khalilpur village under the Line Bazar police station limits. Last Sunday, police received information that a 28-year-old man, identified as Suraj Bhaskar, had been attacked by unknown assailants. According to the initial complaint filed by his family, the attackers allegedly assaulted him with sticks and severed his foot before fleeing, triggering panic in the area. Taking the complaint seriously, police registered a case of attempted murder and launched an intensive investigation. For nearly four days, officers treated the matter as a grave criminal offence, questioning around a dozen …

Malappuram lifts State Disability Award for unique initiatives

Malappuram lifts State Disability Award for unique initiatives

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Malappuram District Collector V.R. Vinod with the recipients of the State Disability Award in different categories soon after receiving the award in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday. The Malappuram district administration has won the State Disability Award 2025 for its outstanding and varied initiatives in the disability sector. The district secured six State awards, including the best district administration award, which carries a cash prize of ₹1 lakh and a citation. District Collector V.R. Vinod, District Social Justice Officer Sameer Machingal, Social Justice department assistant director Sheeba Mumtaz, Social Security Mission district coordinator Abdul Azeez, and Social Initiative on Disabilities (SID) coordinators Jinsha and K.C. Aboobacker received the awards from Minister for Higher Education and Social Justice R. Bindu in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday. The award for the best government employee in the State in the disability category was presented to Riyasuddeen, a lab assistant at a school at Vengara. Shabna Ponnad received the literary award in the disability sector. The Ability Foundation, Pulikkal, was honoured as a disability-friendly organisation while its officials, Fousiya and Anilkumar, received the …

VA benefits: Veterans disability compensation set to rise in 2026, how much will you receive? All on rating system

VA benefits: Veterans disability compensation set to rise in 2026, how much will you receive? All on rating system

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Veterans who are receiving disability compensation will experience a slight rise in their payments for the year 2026, attributed to the verified 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), which will be officially enacted on December 1, 2025. Veterans’ disability payments will rise by 2.8% in 2026 due to a cost-of-living adjustment effective December 1, 2025, with various monthly increases based on disability ratings.(Unsplash) While the precise figures will not be finalized until that date, the current estimates already provide a clear indication of what the majority of veterans can anticipate. These tax-exempt benefits are provided to former service members whose injuries or illnesses are linked to their period of military service. This encompasses conditions that originated during their service, health problems that deteriorated while they were on duty, and disabilities that may manifest later but can be attributed to their military responsibilities. Veterans who have dependents, a spouse with a disability, or significant injuries such as the loss of a limb may be eligible for additional compensation beyond the standard rating. Also Read: SSI payment: Social …

Did You Know Ibrahim Ali Khan’s hearing disability at birth impacted his speech? Actor reveals he’s still working ‘really hard’

Did You Know Ibrahim Ali Khan’s hearing disability at birth impacted his speech? Actor reveals he’s still working ‘really hard’

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Saif Ali Khan and actor Ibrahim Ali Khan recently made his acting debut with Nadaaniyan alongside Khushi Kapoor which is currently streaming on Netflix. Soon after the film was released, fans noted that it was dubbed and some even claimed that it was done to hide Ibrahim’s lisp. Now, Ibrahim opened up on his speech issue and revealed how it was impacted after his hearing disability at birth. He also revealed he is working ‘really hard’ on it. In an interview with GQ India, Ibrahim Ali Khan revealed that shortly after his birth, he was diagnosed with ‘very bad’ jaundice, which affected his brainstem and resulted in significant hearing loss. He shared, “I went on to lose quite a bit of my hearing, and that impacted my speech. My speech is something that I’ve had to work hard on since I was a child, with coaches and therapists.” Ibrahim further added, “It’s not perfect; I’m still working really hard on it.” Meanwhile, Ibrahim Ali Khan, who made his acting debut with Nadaaniyan, recently opened up …