The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre to respond to a petition demanding accessible TV content for visually impaired and hearing-impaired viewers. The plea says lack of audio description, captions and sign language violates disability rights under the RPwD Act.
The Supreme Court has issued a notice regarding an appeal challenging the limited reservation benefits for individuals with disabilities, applicable only during direct recruitment. The Delhi High Court previously ruled in favor of broader promotion benefits, but this decision is now under review. Key observations by Justice Surya Kant emphasize the importance of seniority for specially-abled candidates.
Today, On 7th March, The Supreme Court issued a notice on a petition seeking proper accommodations for persons with disabilities (PwDs) in prisons. The plea highlights the lack of specialized facilities, forcing PwDs to stay in the same conditions as non-disabled inmates without necessary support. It cites the cases of G.N. Saibaba and Stan Swamy, raising concerns over the treatment of disabled prisoners. The petition calls for reforms to ensure humane and accessible conditions for PwDs in custody.
New Delhi, Feb 4: The Delhi High Court given a final opportunity to the Delhi government to submit a status report on a case filed by several blind students who are seeking accommodation to continue their education. On Tuesday, Justice Sachin Datta remarked that the Delhi government’s social welfare department had been ordered to file the report, but had failed to do so.
The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a PIL regarding inadequate representation of women, queer individuals, persons with disabilities, and marginalized communities in the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils. The petitioner urged recognition and addressed disproportionate representation, emphasizing the need for proportional representation in these councils for a more equitable legal profession.
