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Court orders, notifications and rules that affect animals, explained in plain words.
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14 Dec 2025Madurai Customs Foils Major Wildlife Smuggling Attempt: 3,101 Exotic Turtles Seized
Madurai Customs seized 3,101 exotic turtles in a significant wildlife smuggling operation. The incident occurred on December 14, 2025.
Source: PIB
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Judgment · 10 Dec 2025
VINEETA SRINANDAN versus HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT BOMBAY ON ITS OWN MOTION (2025INSC1408)
The Supreme Court of India is reviewing a case involving Vineeta Srinandan and the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, focusing on the validity of the High Court’s judgment regarding…
Source: Supreme Court of India · Indian Supreme Court Judgments dataset (CC BY 4.0) Official document (PDF)
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8 Dec 2025
Gujarat High Court Asks Dwarka Municipality To Inform On Steps Taken To Curb Menace Of Stray Bulls
The Gujarat High Court has requested that the Dwarka Municipality provide information on the measures it has implemented to address the issue of stray bulls. This inquiry was made during…
Source: Live Law
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7 Dec 2025Trichy Customs Foils Attempt to Smuggle Exotic Wildlife Species
Trichy Customs intercepted an attempt to smuggle exotic wildlife species on December 7, 2025. The operation took place at the Trichy airport, where officials confiscated the animals before they could…
Source: PIB
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5 Dec 2025Joint Operation by Wildlife Crime Control Bureau and MP State Tiger Strike Force leads to arrest of an International Wildlife Criminal wanted on INTERPOL Red Notice
A joint operation between the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau and the Madhya Pradesh State Tiger Strike Force resulted in the arrest of an international wildlife criminal who was on an…
Source: PIB
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24 Nov 2025Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying organizes National Consultation Workshop on “Veterinary Bio Waste Management for Sustainable Livestock and Health”
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying conducted a National Consultation Workshop on November 24, 2025. The focus of the workshop was on Veterinary Bio Waste Management for Sustainable Livestock…
Source: PIB
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17 Nov 2025Disclaimer for Payment of Application Fess to AWBI
On 17 November 2025, the Animal Welfare Board of India released a disclaimer concerning the payment of application fees to the Board. No additional information was provided.
Source: Animal Welfare Board of India – Notifications
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17 Nov 2025
Hunting Protected Wildlife Species Has Serious Ecological Impact, Must Be Dealt With Sternly: MP High…
The Madhya Pradesh High Court stated that hunting protected wildlife species has a severe ecological effect and requires strict measures to address it. The court emphasized the importance of protecting…
Source: Live Law
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17 Nov 2025
Supreme Court Directs States To Consider Treating Human-Wildlife Conflict As ‘Natural Disaster’, Orders…
On November 17, 2025, the Supreme Court instructed states to regard human-wildlife conflict as a natural disaster. This directive aims to encourage specific measures and responses to manage such conflicts.
Source: Live Law
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13 Nov 2025
Supreme Court Directs Jharkhand Govt To Notify Saranda As Wildlife Sanctuary, Says Rights Of Forest…
The Supreme Court has ordered the Jharkhand government to officially designate Saranda as a wildlife sanctuary. This decision emphasizes the protection of forest rights in the area.
Source: Live Law
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13 Nov 2025
Supreme court orders Jharkhand to notify Saranda as wildlife sanctuary within three months
The Supreme Court has instructed the Jharkhand government to formalize the designation of Saranda as a wildlife sanctuary. This order must be carried out within three months.
Source: Bar and Bench
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13 Nov 2025
Man moves Gujarat High Court for divorce citing wife’s obsession with stray dogs
A man has filed for divorce in the Gujarat High Court, stating that his wife has an excessive obsession with stray dogs. The case has been registered recently, highlighting the…
Source: Bar and Bench
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12 Nov 2025
Supreme Court Prohibits Mining Within National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries & Within 1 Kilometer Around…
The Supreme Court has issued a ban on mining activities inside national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, as well as within a one-kilometer radius surrounding these protected areas. This decision was…
Source: Live Law
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8 Nov 2025DRI Nagpur Foils Illegal Wildlife Trade: Seizes Leopard Skin with Head Trophy in Bhopal; Three Persons Apprehended
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Nagpur seized a leopard skin along with its head trophy in Bhopal. Three individuals were arrested in connection with this illegal wildlife trade…
Source: PIB
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7 Nov 2025
Supreme Court Orders Removal Of All Stray Animals From Highways Across India; Directs Their Relocation To …
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the removal of all stray animals from highways throughout the country. It has directed that these animals be relocated to designated areas. The…
Source: Live Law
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7 Nov 2025
‘Persistence Of Stray Dogs Imperils Public Safety’ : Supreme Court Flags “Dog Bite Menace”, Says Children …
The Supreme Court has raised concerns about the issue of stray dogs in India, highlighting the danger they pose to public safety, particularly for children. This issue has been described…
Source: Live Law
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7 Nov 2025
2025 LiveLaw (SC) 1072 | IN RE : ‘CITY HOUNDED BY STRAYS, KIDS PAY PRICE’ (November 2025 Order)
In November 2025, a legal order was issued addressing concerns in a city over issues related to stray animals. The situation has reportedly had negative impacts on children in the…
Source: Live Law
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7 Nov 2025
Remove stray animals from highways; fence hospitals, schools, colleges to tackle stray dog menace: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has directed the removal of stray animals from highways and called for fencing around hospitals, schools, and colleges to address the issue of stray dogs. This order…
Source: Bar and Bench
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6 Nov 2025
‘Alarming Rise In Dog Bite Cases’ : Supreme Court Orders Removal Of Stray Dogs From Premises Of Schools,…
The Supreme Court has noted a significant increase in dog bite incidents and has ordered that stray dogs be removed from school premises. This decision was made on November 6,…
Source: Live Law
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2 Nov 2025
Stray Dog Case : Supreme Court To Pass Orders Regulating Feeding Of Dogs In Govt Office Premises
The Supreme Court is set to issue orders regarding the feeding of stray dogs in government office areas. This decision is part of an ongoing case about stray dogs.
Source: Live Law
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