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Notification · 7 Oct 2026
The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Control and Supervision of Experiment, Breeding and Trading of Laboratory Animals Rules, 2026
On October 7, 2026, India’s Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying issued updated regulations concerning laboratory animals. These new rules establish official procedures for supervising and controlling the breeding,…
Source: Gazette of India Official document (PDF)
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14 Sep 2026Request to stop illegal transportation and slaughtering of animals, and promotion of humane treatment of animals dated – 14.09.2026
On 14 September 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular requesting an end to the unlawful transport and slaughter of animals. The notification also urged the humane…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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13 Sep 2026
UP Municipalities Act | Nagar Panchayat Has Authority To License Cattle Markets Even On Private Land:…
The Uttar Pradesh Municipalities Act gives Nagar Panchayats the power to issue licenses for cattle markets, even when those markets are held on private land. This authority was clarified in…
Source: Live Law
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9 Sep 2026
Cattle Markets Must Comply With Animal Welfare Rules: Kerala High Court Directs All District Collectors…
On September 9 2026, the Kerala High Court ordered all district collectors in the state to make sure that cattle markets comply with existing animal‑welfare regulations. The directive applies to…
Source: Live Law
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17 Aug 2026
Legal Advisor Vacancy At Animal Welfare Board Of India
The Animal Welfare Board of India announced a legal advisor vacancy on 17 August 2026. The opening is for a position as a legal advisor with the board.
Source: Live Law
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11 Aug 2026Advisory on Rescue and Rehabilitation of Animals Affected by Severe Floods in Assam and Gujarat dated – 11.08.2026
On 11 August 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India released an advisory addressing the rescue and rehabilitation of animals impacted by major flooding across Assam and Gujarat. No additional…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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11 Aug 2026Request to stop illegal transportation and slaughtering of animals, and promotion of humane treatment of animals – dated 11.08.2026
On August 11, 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular regarding the unlawful transport and slaughter of animals. The notice called for an end to these illegal…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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31 Jul 2026Implementation of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Application of Fines) Rules, 1978 read with Section 38(2)(k) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 dated – 31.07.2026
On 31 July 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India published a circular regarding the implementation of the 1978 rules governing the application of fines. The notice references Section 38(2)(k)…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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30 Jul 2026
Stray Dog Attack Victims Can Claim Damages For Panchayat’s Failure To Perform Statutory Duties: Kerala…
Victims of stray‑dog attacks in Kerala may seek compensation if a local panchayat does not fulfil its legal responsibilities for dog control. The provision allows claims for damages caused by…
Source: Live Law
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21 Jul 2026Strict compliance with the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Suo Motu Writ Petition (Civil) No. 5 of 2025, In Re: City Hounded by Strays, Kids Pay Price, the Standard Operating Procedures issued by the Animal Welfare Board of India dated 27.11.2025 and the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023.
On 21 July 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular requiring strict adherence to stray dog management regulations. The notice mandates compliance with Supreme Court orders from…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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14 Jul 2026Request to provide temporary shelter and safeguard stray animals during the monsoon season – dated 14.07.2026
On 14 July 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued an official circular regarding the protection of street animals during the rainy season. The notice requested that temporary housing…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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2 Jul 2026Request to stop illegal transportation and slaughtering of animals, and promotion of humane treatment of animals dated 02.07.2026
On 2 July 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular requesting an end to the unlawful transit and butchering of animals. The notice also called for the…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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20 Jun 2026Government Notifies Expansion of Central Drugs Laboratory Functions at CCS-NIAH, Baghpat for Veterinary Vaccine Testing
The government has expanded the functions of the Central Drugs Laboratory at CCS-NIAH in Baghpat to include veterinary vaccine testing. This notification was issued on June 20, 2026.
Source: PIB
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22 May 2026Request to stop illegal transportation and slaughtering of animals, and promotion of humane treatment of animals dated – 22.05.2026
On 22 May 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular requesting an end to the illegal transit and slaughter of animals. The notice also called for the…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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21 May 2026
Calcutta High Court Refuses To Stall WB Govt’s Cattle Slaughter Rules Ahead Of Eid, Orders State To…
The Calcutta High Court has declined to halt the West Bengal government’s cattle slaughter regulations ahead of Eid. The court has directed the state to proceed with its rules regarding…
Source: Live Law
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19 May 2026
Dogs Don’t Have Absolute Right To Occupy Institutional Premises; ABC Rules Don’t Mandate Their Release At …
A recent ruling asserts that dogs do not have an unconditional right to inhabit institutional properties. It clarifies that the Animal Birth Control (ABC) rules do not require the release…
Source: Live Law
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19 May 2026
Euthanise aggressive, rabid stray dogs if necessary, no FIR against officials acting in good faith: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court stated that euthanizing aggressive and rabid stray dogs is permissible if necessary. Officials who act in good faith while dealing with such cases will not face legal…
Source: Bar and Bench
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4 May 2026Request to ensure care and protection of animals from direct heat during extreme hot weather conditions – 04.05.2026
On May 4, 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular requesting measures to shield animals from direct sunlight and intense heat. The advisory addressed animal safety during…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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8 Apr 2026Request for prevention of illegal transportation and slaughter of animals and promotion of humane treatment of animals dated – 08.04.2026
On April 8, 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular addressing the unlawful transit and slaughter of animals. The document requested measures to stop these illicit activities…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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17 Mar 2026Request to prevent illegal transportation and illegal slaughtering of animals dated 17.03.2026
On 17 March 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular urging action against the unlawful transport and unauthorized killing of animals. Beyond the request to halt these…
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars
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