Ten years after the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, India faces a simple question: have the promises of the law translated into the lived reality of the country’s 140–210 million persons with disabilities? The honest answer is: not nearly enough. Last month, I participated in Purple Manthan 2026 at the Indian Institute…
Paralympic athlete Danelle Umstead’s story took a challenging turn with a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis following an unexpected paralysis episode, mere months after her stunning bronze medal win. Despite grappling with progressive blindness since her youth, Umstead’s remarkable journey exemplifies unyielding determination. In late October 2010, Paralympic skier Danelle Umstead noticed something strange after a long…
In Vedic traditions and Vastu Shastra, energy cleansing rituals are believed to bring prosperity and growth and remove negativity and doshas from life. In fact, it is believed that clearing energy blockages from our home can bring wealth and abundance by inviting Goddess Lakshmi’s blessings for positive energy flow and stability.Why is a cleansing ritual…
Laughter Chefs fame Jannat Zubair and her younger brother Ayaan Zubair were reportedly involved in a shocking and disturbing road incident in Panvel (Navi Mumbai) on Monday. The actress shared a statement on her Instagram handle. The statement also said that the siblings are safe and that the police are actively investigating the incident, which…
England head coach Brendon McCullum (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Liam Livingstone has strongly criticised England’s team management, saying he felt a lack of respect and communication after being dropped from the national side in 2025. The England all-rounder revealed that he has not been part of the setup since March last year and now doubts…
Washington, D.C.-area schools shift to early dismissal and remote learning amid severe storm threat. (Getty Images) A looming severe weather system forced several school districts in and around Washington, D.C., to alter their schedules on Monday, with many opting for early dismissals, remote learning, or complete closures to ensure student safety. The decision comes as…
The UK government has unveiled a £53 million emergency support package to help vulnerable households struggling with soaring heating oil costs, as global energy markets remain volatile amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the measure during a press conference at 10 Downing Street, saying the government’s immediate priority is…
Will Smith with wife Jada Pinkett Smith While the glamour of Oscars 2026 is the talk of the town right now, the one name that’s hitting the headlines yet again is Will Smith— the Hollywood actor who is banned until 2032 after he infamously slapped Chris Rock in 2022. The man who charmed us in…
Astrology talks about some things that are true for all zodiac signs, but being kind and caring is not just for one sign. Everyone can be nice and giving, no matter what their birth chart says. Astrology groups still honor these zodiac signs for the warmth and honesty they bring to the lives of those…
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on Monday notified changes in the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy to permit overseas companies with Chinese shareholding of up to 10 per cent to invest in India through the automatic route, subject to sectoral limits and conditions, PTI reported.However, the relaxation will not apply…