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Reconstitute Animal Welfare Board without delay: Telangana High Court
The Telangana High Court has ordered the immediate reconstitution of the Animal Welfare Board. This decision was made on January 21, 2026.
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Stray Dog Case : Supreme Court Hears Parents Of 6-Year Old Whose Death Triggered Suo Motu Case
The Supreme Court heard a case involving the parents of a six-year-old child who died, prompting a suo motu action related to stray dogs. The hearing took place on January 20, 2026.
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‘Contempt Of Court’ : Supreme Court Flays Maneka Gandhi For Remarks On Stray Dog Case Order
The Supreme Court criticized Maneka Gandhi for her comments regarding an order related to a stray dog case. This incident was labeled as contempt of court.
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Delhi Court Orders NGO to Return Pet Dogs, Holds Animal Welfare Cannot Operate Outside Law [Read Order]
A Delhi court has instructed an NGO to return pet dogs, stating that animal welfare efforts must adhere to legal regulations. The ruling emphasizes that such organizations cannot operate outside the law. The decision was issued on January 19, 2026.
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Buffalo fights held in Assam’s Morigaon during Magh Bihu despite Supreme Court ban
Buffalo fights occurred in Morigaon, Assam, during the Magh Bihu festival on January 16, 2026. These events took place despite an existing ban from the Supreme Court prohibiting such activities.
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Stray Dogs Protect Orphan Children On Streets, Make One Feel Safe: Advocate Tells Supreme Court
An advocate informed the Supreme Court that stray dogs provide protection to orphan children on the streets, helping them feel safe. This statement was made during a hearing.
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DU Law’s Animal Law Cell Submits Before Supreme Court On Stray Dog Relocation, Urges Implementation Of…
The Animal Law Cell of Delhi University Law School presented a submission to the Supreme Court regarding the issue of relocating stray dogs. They are advocating for the implementation of certain measures related to this matter.
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Will Hold Authorities & Dog Feeders Liable For Every Stray Dog Attack, Says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court announced that authorities and individuals who feed stray dogs will be held responsible for any attacks caused by these dogs. This ruling was made on January 13, 2026.
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“No Contest” Between Animal Cruelty, Stray Dog Attacks: Court’s Big Remark
A court made a statement indicating that there is no comparison between animal cruelty and incidents involving stray dog attacks. The remarks were made on January 9, 2026.
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Lot of videos of dogs attacking elderly, kids: SC to animal rights group
The Supreme Court of India addressed several videos depicting dogs attacking elderly individuals and children during a meeting with an animal rights group. The discussion revolved around the safety concerns highlighted by these videos.
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Stray Dogs Case: PETA, Animal Welfare Groups Urge Supreme Court To Permit Release Of Dogs At Place Of…
PETA and various animal welfare organizations have called on the Supreme Court to allow the release of stray dogs at specific locations. This appeal is part of an ongoing case regarding the treatment and management of stray dogs.
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PETA India Files in Supreme Court Opposing Funeral Pyre–Sized Cages for Dogs and Out-of-Sight-Out-of-Mind Treatment of Cows, Submitting Roadmaps for Scientific Stray Animal Population Management
PETA India has filed a petition in the Supreme Court against the use of large cages for dogs and the neglectful treatment of cows. The organization has also proposed plans for managing stray animal populations through scientific methods.
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People dying due to stray dog attacks, authorities have failed to implement rules: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court highlighted that people are dying from attacks by stray dogs and criticized authorities for not enforcing regulations. The court’s remarks were made on January 7, 2026.
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