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Meta Can Fire Staff Who Sued It For AI Discrimination, US Judge Rules
US District Judge William Orrick in Oakland, California, in a written order said he would not stop Meta from carrying out the layoffs beginning July 22 while the merits of the workers' novel legal claims are decided in private arbitration.
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Meta Used AI To Target Workers With Medical Conditions For Layoffs: Lawsuit
Meta laid off 10 per cent of its global workforce in May, or nearly 8,000 people, and was planning more job cuts later this year.
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'Pay 3 Lakhs, Will Add One More 0...': Top Court Warns Comedian Samay Raina
Samay Raina's lawyer appealed for leniency. The top court then brought down the fine from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 3 lakh, warning that it will slap Rs 30 lakh fine if it is not satisfied in the next hearing.
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UGC Lists Special Facilities For Students With Disabilities In Colleges
The UGC states that teachers and other stakeholders should be sensitised to the needs of persons with disabilities. To achieve this, institutions are advised to conduct orientation programmes and adopt several support measures.
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Government Orders Removal Of BAT-BMS, E-Rickshaw Disabling Apps After Viral Videos
BAT-BMA, Lossigy, and Epoch-i-ion apps were allegedly being used to disable e-rickshaws.
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Woman Fired By Company Because Of Her Onion Allergy, Lawsuit Alleges
EEOC sues Paycom for firing an employee with a severe onion allergy without proper accommodations
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'You Had A Hand Up': US Cop To Disabled Woman Without Right Hand, Video Viral
A disabled woman had charges dropped against her after a police officer wrongly cited her for distracted driving.
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Delhi Government Plans Rs 13 Lakh Health Insurance Cover For Children With Disabilities
In a significant move, the Delhi government is planning a health insurance scheme that could provide coverage of up to Rs 13 lakh for children with disabilities, helping thousands of parents manage the soaring costs of treatment, surgeries and assist
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Work-From-Home Refusal Can Trigger Lawsuits, Rules UK Tribunal In Anxiety Case
The tribunal found the council failed to make reasonable adjustments for her mental health condition, setting a significant legal precedent for remote-working rights.
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Specially-Abled Bihar Girl's School Struggle Sparks Outrage After Tricycle Breaks Down
The incident has triggered criticism online, with many questioning the quality of support provided to vulnerable beneficiaries.
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This Company Proved Hiring Persons With Disabilities Is Smart Business, Not Charity
Lemon Tree Hotels' inclusive hiring model, which employs persons with disabilities, has gone viral, showcasing a successful business strategy with low attrition rates and national recognition.
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From Braille To Bench: Thanya Nathan to Become Kerala's First Visually Impaired Judge
When the Supreme Court last year allowed persons with disabilities to enter the judicial service, 24-year-old Thanya Nathan saw a new opportunity open up.
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Crackdown On Fake Disability Papers Creates Ripples In Maharashtra
In a major crackdown on a racket of issuing fake disability certificates, the primary education department of the Nanded zilla parishad has suspended seven teachers in the first phase of its disciplinary action.
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"Disability Inclusion Not An Act Of Charity": Top Court Judge
Supreme Court judge Justice Vikram Nath on Wednesday said disability inclusion was "not an act of charity" but affirmation of "equal personhood".
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Zomato Teaches Sign-Language 'Thank You' On International Day Of Persons With Disabilities
As of October 2025, Zomato reports onboarding over 5,000 delivery partners with disabilities, including more than 1,000 individuals with hearing and speech impairments.
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Meta Can Fire Staff Who Sued It For AI Discrimination, US Judge Rules
US District Judge William Orrick in Oakland, California, in a written order said he would not stop Meta from carrying out the layoffs beginning July 22 while the merits of the workers' novel legal claims are decided in private arbitration.
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Meta Used AI To Target Workers With Medical Conditions For Layoffs: Lawsuit
Meta laid off 10 per cent of its global workforce in May, or nearly 8,000 people, and was planning more job cuts later this year.
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'Pay 3 Lakhs, Will Add One More 0...': Top Court Warns Comedian Samay Raina
Samay Raina's lawyer appealed for leniency. The top court then brought down the fine from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 3 lakh, warning that it will slap Rs 30 lakh fine if it is not satisfied in the next hearing.
-
UGC Lists Special Facilities For Students With Disabilities In Colleges
The UGC states that teachers and other stakeholders should be sensitised to the needs of persons with disabilities. To achieve this, institutions are advised to conduct orientation programmes and adopt several support measures.
-
Government Orders Removal Of BAT-BMS, E-Rickshaw Disabling Apps After Viral Videos
BAT-BMA, Lossigy, and Epoch-i-ion apps were allegedly being used to disable e-rickshaws.
-
Woman Fired By Company Because Of Her Onion Allergy, Lawsuit Alleges
EEOC sues Paycom for firing an employee with a severe onion allergy without proper accommodations
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'You Had A Hand Up': US Cop To Disabled Woman Without Right Hand, Video Viral
A disabled woman had charges dropped against her after a police officer wrongly cited her for distracted driving.
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Delhi Government Plans Rs 13 Lakh Health Insurance Cover For Children With Disabilities
In a significant move, the Delhi government is planning a health insurance scheme that could provide coverage of up to Rs 13 lakh for children with disabilities, helping thousands of parents manage the soaring costs of treatment, surgeries and assist
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Work-From-Home Refusal Can Trigger Lawsuits, Rules UK Tribunal In Anxiety Case
The tribunal found the council failed to make reasonable adjustments for her mental health condition, setting a significant legal precedent for remote-working rights.
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Specially-Abled Bihar Girl's School Struggle Sparks Outrage After Tricycle Breaks Down
The incident has triggered criticism online, with many questioning the quality of support provided to vulnerable beneficiaries.
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This Company Proved Hiring Persons With Disabilities Is Smart Business, Not Charity
Lemon Tree Hotels' inclusive hiring model, which employs persons with disabilities, has gone viral, showcasing a successful business strategy with low attrition rates and national recognition.
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From Braille To Bench: Thanya Nathan to Become Kerala's First Visually Impaired Judge
When the Supreme Court last year allowed persons with disabilities to enter the judicial service, 24-year-old Thanya Nathan saw a new opportunity open up.
-
Crackdown On Fake Disability Papers Creates Ripples In Maharashtra
In a major crackdown on a racket of issuing fake disability certificates, the primary education department of the Nanded zilla parishad has suspended seven teachers in the first phase of its disciplinary action.
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"Disability Inclusion Not An Act Of Charity": Top Court Judge
Supreme Court judge Justice Vikram Nath on Wednesday said disability inclusion was "not an act of charity" but affirmation of "equal personhood".
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Zomato Teaches Sign-Language 'Thank You' On International Day Of Persons With Disabilities
As of October 2025, Zomato reports onboarding over 5,000 delivery partners with disabilities, including more than 1,000 individuals with hearing and speech impairments.
