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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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PETA IndiaOver 300 Birds Rescued From Howrah to CSMT Train by PETA India
On September 28 2026, PETA India rescued more than 300 birds that were found aboard a train traveling between Howrah and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. The birds were removed and taken to safety by the organization.
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The Times of India2,100 birds, 7 cages, 32-hour journey: Mumbai CSMT haul sparks animal cruelty probe
On September 28 2026, a shipment containing roughly 2,100 birds packed in seven cages arrived at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus after a 32‑hour transport. The Times of India reported that the arrival has triggered an animal‑cruelty investigation.
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The Times of India
At 8, Meera Mehta sold chocolates to raise Rs 1 lakh for animal welfare; by 21, Mumbai medical student’s
Meera Mehta started fundraising for animal welfare at the age of eight by selling chocolates and collected one lakh rupees. By the time she turned twenty‑one, she was enrolled as a medical student in Mumbai.
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India TodayYouTuber Gaurav Taneja challenges animal cruelty claims after pet dog Mau’s death
YouTuber Gaurav Taneja has disputed accusations of animal cruelty linked to the death of his pet dog, Mau. The dispute was reported in India on September 27, 2026.
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The Times of India
Goa records zero animal rabies cases despite 39 in neighbouring states
In 2026, Goa reported no animal rabies cases, whereas 39 cases were recorded in neighboring states. This contrast highlights a zero incidence in Goa during that period.
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The News MinuteAnimal welfare or misstep? Proposal to relocate Thiruvananthapuram zoo leads to debate
In late September 2026 a proposal was announced to relocate the zoo in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The suggestion triggered debate over whether the move would improve animal welfare or constitute a misstep.
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Face2NewsSTATES, LOCAL BODIES ADVISED TO OBSERVE WORLD RABIES DAY ON 28TH SEPTEMBER
States and local authorities have been instructed to mark World Rabies Day on 28 September 2026. The guidance calls for observance of the international awareness day on that date.
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Mongabay IndiaNGOs call for permanent moratorium on animal imports to Vantara
A group of NGOs has requested that Vantara impose a permanent ban on importing animals. The appeal was made public on 25 September 2026.
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Mongabay NewsNGOs call on Vantara to end all wild animal imports permanently
On 25 September 2026, several non‑governmental organisations appealed to Vantara to halt every import of wild animals. They requested that Vantara impose a permanent ban on such imports.
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International Business Times UKIndian Oil Heir Who Runs Controversial Mega-Zoo Made Sustainability Professor at Newcastle University
An heir to the Indian Oil family, who operates a large zoo that has faced criticism, was appointed as a professor of sustainability at Newcastle University. The appointment was announced on 25 September 2026. The role will be based at…
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The New Indian ExpressStrays picked up indiscriminately, dumped in Bengaluru North City Corporation dog shelter
In Bengaluru, stray dogs were captured without any selection criteria and placed in a shelter managed by the North City Corporation. The indiscriminate collection was reported on 24 September 2026.
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Free Press JournalMira Bhayandar MBMC’s ₹5,000 Fine For Feeding Stray Dogs Outside Designated Spots Faces Legal Review By
Mira Bhayandar’s municipal corporation has imposed a fine of ₹5,000 on people who feed stray dogs outside the areas approved for feeding. The penalty is currently being examined in a legal review. The report was published on 24 September 2026.
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Hindustan Times‘Flying Beast’ Gaurav Taneja’s dog Mau dies, ex-employee accuses him of neglect, animal cruelty | Trending
Gaurav Taneja’s dog named Mau died, as reported on 24 September 2026. An ex‑employee later alleged that Taneja had neglected the animal and subjected it to cruelty. No further details about the circumstances were provided.
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