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31 Jul 2026
Supreme Court Flags Stray Cattle Menace On Roads, Says States Must Compensate Victims
On July 31 2026, the Supreme Court of India highlighted the problem of stray cattle obstructing roads. It directed every state government to pay compensation to individuals who are injured…
Source: Live Law
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31 Jul 2026
Stray cattle on roads an invitation to death: Supreme Court calls for compensation policy for accident victims
The Supreme Court of India noted that stray cattle on highways pose a serious risk of fatal accidents. It directed that a compensation scheme be established for people injured or…
Source: Bar and Bench
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23 Jul 2026
Delhi High Court registers suo motu PIL on stray dogs issue
The Delhi High Court initiated a suo motu public‑interest litigation concerning stray dogs. The filing was made on 23 July 2026.
Source: Bar and Bench
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22 Jul 2026
‘Common Man Is Really Troubled’: Delhi High Court Initiates Suo Motu PIL On Stray Dogs Management
On July 22, 2026, the Delhi High Court opened a suo motu public‑interest case concerning how stray dogs are managed in the city. The court said that ordinary citizens are…
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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21 Jul 2026
Madras High Court Expresses Displeasure On Lack Of Steps To Curb Stray Dog Menace
The Madras High Court said it was dissatisfied with the absence of actions to address the stray dog problem. The statement was made on 21 July 2026.
Source: Live Law
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21 Jul 2026
No Bar On Trade In Ornamental Fish Species Not Protected Under Wildlife Law: Gauhati High Court
The Gauhati High Court ruled on July 21 2026 that trading ornamental fish species which are not listed as protected under Indian wildlife law is not prohibited. The decision means…
Source: Live Law
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1 Jul 2026
Gujarat High Court Grants Bail To Man Accused Of Coordinating Assault On Society Resident Feeding Stray…
On July 1 2026, the Gujarat High Court released a man on bail. He had been charged with organizing an assault on a resident of a housing society who was…
Source: Live Law
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23 Jun 2026
Kerala High Court Suo Motu Impleads Union, Forest & Wildlife Dept To Consider Improvement Of Kottiyoor…
The Kerala High Court has taken the initiative to include the Union and Forest & Wildlife Departments in discussions regarding the enhancement of the Kottiyoor area. This decision was made…
Source: Live Law
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22 Jun 2026
Madras High Court Directs Tamil Nadu, Puducherry Govts To Report Steps Taken To Remove Stray Dogs From…
The Madras High Court has ordered the governments of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry to submit a report detailing the actions they have taken to manage stray dogs. This directive was…
Source: Live Law
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4 Jun 2026
‘Dignity Extends Beyond Death’: Allahabad HC Steps In As Stray Animals Desecrate Human Remains At Lucknow …
The Allahabad High Court intervened after reports indicated that stray animals were disturbing human remains in Lucknow. The court emphasized the importance of maintaining dignity even after death.
Source: Live Law
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27 May 2026
Calcutta High Court Quashes Case Against Car Driver For Allegedly Killing Stray Dog, Says Mere Accident…
The Calcutta High Court dismissed a case against a car driver who was accused of killing a stray dog, stating that it was merely an accident. The incident occurred in…
Source: Live Law
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25 May 2026
Supreme Court refuses to entertain plea over Punjab CM’s statement on elimination of stray dogs
The Supreme Court declined to consider a petition regarding a statement made by the Chief Minister of Punjab about eliminating stray dogs. The decision was made on May 25, 2026.
Source: Bar and Bench
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23 May 2026
NGO Moves Supreme Court Against ‘Indiscriminate Culling Of Stray Dogs’, Says SC Direction Being…
An NGO has approached the Supreme Court to challenge the widespread culling of stray dogs. They argue that the Supreme Court’s previous directions regarding the treatment of stray dogs are…
Source: Live Law
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22 May 2026
Cattle Smuggling Cases Do Not Warrant Preventive Detention: J&K&L High Court
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court stated that cases involving cattle smuggling do not justify the use of preventive detention. This ruling was made on May 22, 2026.
Source: Live Law
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22 May 2026
Preventive detention law can’t be invoked for cattle smuggling: J&K High Court
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court ruled that the preventive detention law cannot be applied to cases of cattle smuggling. This decision was made on May 22, 2026.
Source: Bar and Bench
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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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21 May 2026
Calcutta High Court Reserves Order On Challenge To Bengal Govt’s Cattle Slaughter Restrictions Ahead Of…
The Calcutta High Court has reserved its decision on a challenge to the West Bengal government’s restrictions on cattle slaughter. This follows a legal challenge regarding the regulations set by…
Source: Live Law
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21 May 2026
Sacrificing cow not part of Eid: Calcutta High Court rejects plea against cattle slaughter restrictions
The Calcutta High Court ruled that sacrificing a cow is not a part of Eid celebrations. The court dismissed a plea that challenged restrictions on the slaughter of cattle. This…
Source: Bar and Bench
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20 May 2026
Stray Dogs Can Be Maintained In Campuses Only If Student Bodies Accept Liability : Supreme Court Allows…
The Supreme Court has ruled that stray dogs can be maintained on campuses. However, this is conditional upon student bodies accepting liability for the animals. This decision was made on…
Source: Live Law
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