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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Govt should ensure disabled-friendly infra in public places, rules Kerala HC
Kochi: High court, in a significant judgment, held that the state govt must ensure that infrastructure facilities in public places are accessible to persons with disabilities, and observed that if the govt fails to provide such facilities, a govt servant cannot be compelled to work in a manner that goes against their physical ability. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The court was considering a petition filed by the state challenging the Kerala Administrative Tribunal's (KAT) order allowing an interdepartmental transfer to T Rajeev, a senior grade typist in the motor vehicles department (MVD), Thrissur, on account of his physical disability, and dismissing the decision to reduce his salary. Rajeev had sought a transfer to the irrigation department, citing his inability to climb the upper floor of the building where the MVD office is located. He requested to be appointed as an LD typist in the irrigation department's Thalappilly subdivision office, which functions from the ground floor of the same building. The govt rejected his application, prompting him to approach the KAT, which in 2020 directed consideration of his request in light of the provisions under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. While the govt subsequently permitted the transfer, it reduced his salary from that of a senior grade typist to that of an LD typist, despite his claim to the higher scale. This led to further litigation, and the tribunal held that Rajeev was entitled to retain his original salary, and any reduction would violate the provisions of the Disabilities Act. The state then moved HC against the tribunal's orders. Examining the matter, HC observed that it was the govt's statutory duty to provide a physical environment conducive to Rajeev's abilities. Instead of addressing the issue, it was Rajeev who found a practical solution by seeking an interdepartmental transfer. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now HC emphasised that the govt cannot abdicate its responsibility under the Disabilities Act. The division bench set aside the interdepartmental transfer. It clarified that Rajeev cannot be forced to take the staircase to the upper floor and must be provided with a working environment suitable to his condition. The court also directed the state to issue appropriate orders within a month and continue paying Rajeev the salary he is entitled to.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
'Knicks Wouldn't Reach ECF Without KAT': Ex-NBA Player Defends Karl-Anthony Towns Amid Criticism
'Knicks Wouldn't Reach ECF Without KAT': Ex-NBA Player Defends Karl-Anthony Towns Amid Criticism originally appeared on Fadeaway World. The New York Knicks saw a massive shift in their roster when they made a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves to acquire Karl-Anthony Towns. Although Towns' impact was largely positive, the big man has faced a lot of criticism, bearing the blame for New York's exit from the playoffs. In light of this, former NBA player Lou Williams had to step in to defend the forward. While speaking on "Run It Back", he said: Advertisement "Get off KAT's back. We also gotta stop allowing X and Instagram to be our GMs... There ain't a lot of KATs lying around that you can just get rid of and feel like you're going to have a better opportunity to win." "If you've got an opportunity to get a Giannis or somebody, sure. You take a look at everything. But that was his first season as a New York Knick, and they got to the ECF. There's a lot of adjustments to be made." Williams acknowledged Towns' defensive shortcomings, a point of concern for the Knicks, but he added that this was one among many mistakes that accumulated, eventually resulting in a loss. He then added to his statement by saying, "If it wasn't for KAT, y'all would've been sent home 72 hours earlier anyways. So give these guys credit and give them an opportunity to get better and grow." Advertisement Towns' performance in the ECF could be considered consistent. His ability to stretch the floor, along with his sustained offensive output in the paint during Game 5 of the ECF, was crucial in keeping their playoff hopes alive. The Knicks' big man recorded 24 points and 13 rebounds for the game while shooting 50% from the field, attempting only four shots from beyond the arc. The 29-year-old practically reinvented himself with the Knicks. While he was already considered one of the best sharpshooting big men in the league, Towns showcased an aggression that was highly beneficial for the team during the ECF series. Towns notched an average of 24.4 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game in the regular season. Although these numbers did take a bit of a hit in the playoffs, the change wasn't drastic enough to garner the kind of scrutiny that he has. Advertisement Regardless, the Knicks find themselves in a strange position heading into the offseason. After a commendable run through the playoffs, New York will still be looking to shake things up to improve. The Knicks are rumored to be making some personnel changes. While head coach Tom Thibodeau seems to have the support of the franchise, the team may see some major adjustments. With links to superstars in trade rumors forming the narrative of the offseason, the organization will attempt to build a roster that can secure a championship for the city. Related: NFL Legend Comes Under Fire For Claiming Jalen Brunson Is Better Than Stephen Curry This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jun 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Knicks rumors: Teammates frustrated by Karl-Anthony Towns' defensive execution
The post Knicks rumors: Teammates frustrated by Karl-Anthony Towns' defensive execution appeared first on ClutchPoints. After watching their favorite team drop a brutal Game 6 effort against the Indiana Pacers, New York Knicks fans were not particularly happy with Karl-Anthony Towns. Advertisement Once expected to be the missing piece of an NBA Finals-winning roster, KAT was instead a big reason why the team came up short, so much so that multiple personalities were already mocking him in trades for the offseason. And to make matters worse for the KAT camp, James L. Edwards III and Fred Katz of The Athletic dropped a massive article on what went wrong with the Knicks' playoff run that painted the stretch big in a not-so-pleasant light. 'Publicly, Knicks players made veiled comments all season about poor communication causing their inconsistencies,' Edwards III and Katz wrote. 'Behind the scenes, they and coaches expressed frustration with Towns' defensive habits — less concerned with his talent level and more with his process on that end. Too often, Towns executed incorrect coverages without communicating why he did it. After it became a theme, players worried Towns didn't grasp the importance of the matter.' While Towns wasn't exactly known for his ability to play solid defense during his run with the Timberwolves, he was targeted often during the Knicks' playoff run, to the point where games often came down to how many shots he made versus how many he gave up. While some hurt feelings could ease with time, one has to wonder if the Knicks and KAT can continue together without some serious changes. © Soobum Im-Imagn Images PJ Tucker weighs in on the Knicks' dysfunction Elsewhere in The Athletic's breakdown, PJ Tucker commented on the Knicks' issues, noting that communication between teammates is key to executing a successful offense and defense. Advertisement 'They all talk to me. But they didn't talk to each other in real-time, in those situations,' Tucker told The Athletic. 'The situations to get stops, to have help, you know what I'm saying? That, to me, we have talent, but that's 80 percent of everything else – being able to communicate, be able to get stops, to be on the same page on offense, and be able to read each other. We needed to do those things instead of putting our hands up and looking at each other. It's changed. Do I think it needs to get better? One hundred percent. But it's come a long way since I've got here, for sure.' While these comments might not have read as an indictment on KAT's play at the time, there's a reason why Edwards III and Katz included it during their story immediately after commenting on his lack of defensive effort. If the Knicks are going to blast past the Eastern Conference Finals and return to the NBA Finals for the first time this century, it will need to be addressed one way or another.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
NBA rumors: Suns' Kevin Durant trade desires could hint at Karl-Anthony Towns
The post NBA rumors: Suns' Kevin Durant trade desires could hint at Karl-Anthony Towns appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Phoenix Suns are working on finding a Kevin Durant trade this summer after a disastrous 2024-25 season resulted in the departure of head coach Mike Budenholzer and a need to shake things up. As the Suns try to retool their roster in what's expected to be a post-Durant world, Matt Moore reports on his Hardwood Paroxysm Substack that they 'have indicated to teams that center is at a premium for them in any KD talks.' Advertisement While Moore notes there's still a chance Durant sticks around, he says fixing the center 'disaster' left behind when Deandre Ayton left is a major priority. This echoes recent reporting from The Stein Line's Jake Fischer, who said upgrading at center is a priority regardless of a Durant trade. Is Karl-Anthony Towns an option? Knowing Phoenix wants to upgrade at center, the mind immediately wanders to New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns. In the aftermath of the Knicks' Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Indiana Pacers, the KAT trade chatter began immediately. While Towns and Jalen Brunson just led New York to its first ECF appearance since 2000, many have questions about if those two can actually win a championship together due to their defensive shortcomings. Bill Simmons opined on a KD-KAT trade earlier this week, citing Towns' close friendship with Devin Booker as a reason for the Suns to pursue the option. KAT and Book played together at Kentucky, nearly pulling off an undefeated season before losing to Wisconsin in the Final Four. If Phoenix truly has no interest in rebuilding, giving Booker a star running mate with whom he has a good relationship makes some sense, even considering Towns' flaws. Advertisement For the Knicks, this would be a drastic move given Towns is so much younger than KD and did just help get this team two wins short of the NBA Finals. Perhaps the thought is this run was a fluke and New York just needs to get out of the KAT business, which is essentially what Simmons argues. Durant isn't what he once was, but he's still a high-level scorer who could take pressure off Brunson, and Mitchell Robinson could potentially be the starting center. (Whether Robinson could hold up without getting hurt is another question, and that goes for KD as well.) The Suns will surely consider all options when it comes to a Kevin Durant trade. If the Knicks are actually serious about trading Karl-Anthony Towns, maybe we see some fireworks.
New York Post
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Former NBA star defends Karl-Anthony Towns after Knicks loss as criticism mounts
Sweet Lou wants no more KAT attacks. Social media has been ablaze with controversy as Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns has received loads of criticism for his uneven performance during the Eastern Conference finals against the Pacers. Towns, whom the Knicks acquired shortly before training camp, has been the center of potential trade rumors as fans clamor for a big move to put the team over the top. But former three-time Sixth Man of the Year Lou Williams wants fans to ease up. 'They gotta get off KAT back,' Williams said on 'Run it Back' recently. 'We also gotta stop allowing X and Instagram to be our GMs. Ain't a lot of KATs laying around where you can just get rid of him and feel like you're going to have a better opportunity to win basketball games. 'If you got an opportunity to go get a Giannis (Antetokounmpo) or somebody, sure, you take a look at everything. But other than that, that was his first season as a New York Knick and they got to the Eastern Conference finals. There's a lot of room for adjustments to be made … If it wasn't for KAT, y'all would've been sent home 72 hours earlier anyways.' 3 Karl-Anthony Towns walks off the court after being eliminated. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post Towns averaged 21.4 points per game and 11.6 rebounds in the playoffs, a steady increase from the year prior when he was a member of the Timberwolves and tallied 19.1 points and nine rebounds per game. However, this series highlighted his defensive deficiencies and some have questioned whether he and Jalen Brunson he is the co-star to work alongside Jalen Brunson. Some are calling for Towns, a 29-year-old who just made third team All-NBA, to be traded for pennies on the dollar. 3 Lou Williams says there's too much chaos surrounding the Knicks. X, @RunItBackFDTV The same can be said for coach Tom Thibodeau, who may be looking for a new job despite bringing the team to their first conference finals appearance since 2000. There had been some speculation that Towns could be included in a trade for Antetokounmpo, although it is unclear if the Bucks' star will be traded this offseason. Williams seems to believe in this group of Knicks. 'So give these guys credit and give them an opportunity to get better and grow,' Williams said. 'When you get to the Eastern Conference finals, and you feel really confident about the group you've put together and the coaching staff you have, you don't rattle the fence because it didn't go your way. You rebuild, you make adjustments and you give yourself another shot next season.' 3 Karl-Anthony Towns could be on the trade block this offseason. NBAE via Getty Images The Post's Stefan Bondy points out that if the Knicks wanted to control this situation, they could have by having media availability like every other team in the league when their seasons ends. However, the lack of comments from a front office executive opens the door for chatter about Towns' future in New York. 'This would be a good time for Leon Rose to reemerge and publicly accentuate the positives of the season while backing Towns, his former client when Rose was a power agent,' Bondy wrote. 'It'd be an opportunity to take back a narrative that's gone too far negative after a spirited run. Unfortunately, the Garden policy is no media availability when it's not mandated by the NBA.'
