VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Why some dreams feel so real while others make no sense: New study reveals how personality, sleep and COVID-19 shape your dreams ‘No protestor left behind’: CJP claims Centre assured no FIRs in Bihar and Assam after midnight talks | India News ‘Take a tough call’: Ex-India captain wants Abhishek Sharma axed, backs Sanju Samson’s return | Cricket News UP PCS 2026 application deadline extended to August 3 for 500 vacancies; check details and direct link here Kriti Sanon’s rumoured beau Kabir Bahia marks her 36th birthday with sweet ‘Happy K Day’ wish; actress responds with ‘Mi Chico’ song No planes, no problem: India’s ‘no 1 airport’ Khajuraho has zero flights UPPSC GIC Lecturer result 2026 declared for all 13 subjects; main exam qualifiers announced: Check steps to download here Ariana Grande files complaint against 100 people for hacking: Illegal content leak caused ‘substantial and irreparable harm’ After Bihar, Assam withdraws cases against NEET protesters, promises no fresh action over CJP stir National Medical Commission (TNN) NEW DELHI: Every medical college regulated by the National Medical Commission (NMC) will now have to set up an “Enabling Unit” for students with benchmark disabilities, providing a single point of contact for reasonable accommodation, academic and clinical support, and a barrier-free learning environment. The move follows the NMC’s new guidelines on assessing students with benchmark disabilities for MBBS admissions.In a circular issued on Monday, the NMC directed all medical colleges and institutions under its ambit to constitute the Enabling Units in compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and recent Supreme Court directions aimed at ensuring inclusive medical education.According to the circular, the Enabling Unit will function as the single point of contact for students with benchmark disabilities. It will facilitate access to reasonable accommodation, academic and clinical support measures, and barrier-free access within the institution. The unit will also receive and address requests for disability-specific accommodations during the course of study, including clinical training and internship.”Clinical accommodations are reasonable modifications that enable medical students with disabilities to participate in clinical training and patient care without compromising academic standards or patient safety,” said Prof Satendra Singh, coordinator of the Enabling Unit at UCMS and GTB hospital. He added that the Enabling Units are not a matter of charity but a mandatory requirement under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, aimed at providing a level playing field for students with disabilities.Medical colleges have also been asked to publicise the availability of the Enabling Unit through their websites and notice boards, coordinate with Disability Assessment Boards, faculty and hospital administration, and maintain records of requests and accommodations while ensuring confidentiality and non-discrimination.The NMC has directed all medical colleges to ensure that the Enabling Unit is functional, easily accessible and adequately publicised to promote an inclusive educational environment for students with benchmark disabilities. The circular has been issued with the approval of the competent authority.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. 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Be brave and upright that God may thee love…Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong,’ life lesson from the ‘Kingdom of Heaven’ star on courage, truth and honour Gaur Gopal Das Quote: Quote of the day by Gaur Gopal Das: “Things may have gone wrong in the past, and things may have gone right too. But that’s not what matters most…” ; What does the life coach advise on looking back with gratitude and going forward with sincerity American man arrested for wiping his phone during airport search; here’s the Android-based OS that may also get travellers to Europe in trouble National Medical Commission on Monday issued new guidelines NEW DELHI: Students with benchmark disabilities seeking admission to MBBS courses will now undergo an individual assessment of their functional abilities to determine whether they can acquire the essential competencies required for the course with reasonable accommodation. The National Medical Commission (NMC) on Monday issued new guidelines requiring medical boards to evaluate each candidate’s functional ability rather than relying solely on the type or extent of disability.Under the new framework, designated Medical Assessment Boards will carry out an individual assessment of every candidate. The guidelines state that applicants cannot be declared ineligible solely on the basis of their diagnosis or the percentage of benchmark disability. Instead, boards must assess a candidate’s functional abilities, the essential competencies required under the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum, and whether reasonable accommodation can enable them to complete the course.”After the Supreme Court’s constant follow-up and directions, the NMC has finally amended its interim guidelines and issued revised guidelines for MBBS admissions of students with disabilities. The biggest change is the shift from assessing eligibility on the basis of the percentage of disability to evaluating functional competency. Clinical accommodations are reasonable modifications that enable medical students with benchmark disability to participate in clinical training and patient care without compromising academic standards or patient safety,” said Prof Satendra Singh, Coordinator of the Enabling Unit at UCMS and GTB Hospital.The guidelines also require medical boards to consider assistive devices, adaptive technology, communication support and other reasonable accommodations before arriving at a decision. Any finding of ineligibility must be supported by objective medical and functional evidence and recorded in writing.While emphasising inclusion, the NMC has said patient safety will remain an important consideration. However, it has directed that decisions should be based on objective medical and functional assessment rather than assumptions or stereotypes about disability.The regulator has also introduced a uniform assessment process, standard eligibility certificates and an appeal mechanism for candidates aggrieved by the decision of the Medical Assessment Board. The guidelines have been issued under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, read with the Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023, and come into force with immediate effect.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. 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CJP representatives warned that they would be “forced” to resume protests if govt failed to withdraw the cases and provide a written agreement by Tuesday, as promised.Addressing a news conference at senior advocate Kapil Sibal’s residence, CJP spokespersons Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka and Ratna Singh alleged that despite an in-principle agreement that no fresh FIRs would be registered against protesters and existing cases would be withdrawn, police action was continuing in several states.”We are observing a complete breach of the agreement regarding no police action against the protesters,” Ranka said, adding that the organisation had submitted a written draft of the understanding and was awaiting the govt’s written commitment. “If we don’t get this agreement by tomorrow, and if protesters are not released across the country, CJP will be forced to protest again,” he said. The warning comes two days after CJP called off its protest after govt accepted its demands.‘Protesters being surveilled despite govt assurances’We withdrew the protest at Jantar Mantar and the national call in good faith. But we were doubtful that once the momentum of the agitation came down, govt might target people individually. This is a very credible apprehension because the same playbook has been used in previous protests,” Das said.Singh alleged that reports of police action were emerging from across the country. “In Assam, there are 7-8 FIRs. In Kolkata, there are 11 FIRs, of which 10 are against Muslims. Bihar has the highest number of cases. In Siwan, Patna and Chapra, FIRs have been registered naming 144 people and 5,000 unnamed persons. Eighty-six people have been arrested and more arrests are expected,” she said.According to Bihar police, 694 people have been detained across the state following Bihar bandh on July 25. After verification, 339 minors and students were released, while 355 people involved in violence were produced in court.In Lucknow, 10 people have been arrested and an FIR registered against unidentified people for attempted murder. Two more FIRs have also been registered in connection with the protests in the city.Singh alleged that police had invoked serious criminal charges against protesters. “We have received reports that police used AK-47s against protesters and are filing attempt to murder cases, which are non-bailable,” she said.CJP also said protesters in Delhi were being surveilled using facial recognition technology despite assurances from Union ministers. Echoing the charge, Sibal said, “It has come to my knowledge that Delhi Police is going to target people who joined the protest using facial recognition technology and will try to harass their families. It is possible they may try to give it a communal angle while targeting people.”Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorSugandha JhaSugandha Jha is a journalist with over half a decade of experience covering education, social affairs, and current news. With a sharp eye for numbers and a strong grounding in data-driven reporting, she brings clarity and insight to complex issues. Beyond the newsroom, she’s passionate about exploring regional cuisine and the stories behind what we eat. 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