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Deccan HeraldBengaluru: Pet Practitioners’ Association of Karnataka condemn alleged animal cruelty by veterinarians
The Pet Practitioners’ Association of Karnataka, a Bengaluru‑based group of pet professionals, issued a statement on 13 September 2026 condemning alleged animal cruelty by veterinarians. The association said the accusations involve mistreatment of animals by some veterinary practitioners.
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Free Press JournalMumbai Animal Welfare NGO Launches Microchipping Project For Pets To Permanently Store Identity Digitally
A Mumbai-based animal‑welfare NGO started a project on 7 September 2026 to microchip pets, allowing their identity information to be stored digitally. The initiative aims to provide a permanent record of each animal’s details.
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ThePrintIntroducing PAWTALKS: India’s Trusted Platform for Conversations on Pet & Animal Healthcare
On September 4, 2026, a new platform named PAWTALKS was announced in India as a dedicated space for discussions about pet and animal healthcare. The service is presented as a trusted forum for such conversations.
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India's News.NetIntroducing PAWTALKS: India’s Trusted Platform for Conversations on Pet & Animal Healthcare
On September 4, 2026, a new platform named PAWTALKS was launched in India. It is intended to provide a space for discussions about pet and animal health care.
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The Statesman30 women veterinarians, entrepreneurs honoured at Indian Pet Industry Awards
On August 30, 2026, thirty women veterinarians and entrepreneurs were recognized at the Indian Pet Industry Awards. The awards acknowledged their contributions to the pet industry in India.
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The Hans IndiaStray dog shot dead with unlicensed gun for attacking pet in Karnataka, man booked
In Karnataka, a stray dog that attacked a pet was shot dead by a man using an unlicensed firearm. Police have arrested the man and filed a case against him. The incident was reported on August 28, 2026.
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The New Indian Express863 birds, animals rescued in raids on pet shops at Kabootar Market
On August 13, 2026, officials raided pet shops in Kabootar Market and rescued a total of 863 birds and other animals. The operation resulted in the removal of these animals from the shops.
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The Times of IndiaAbandoned pedigree dogs burden shelters
In India, animal shelters are facing increased pressure because many pedigree dogs are being abandoned. The surge in these dogs is straining shelter resources.
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The Times of India
JMC makes registration of pets must by Sept 30
The Jaipur Municipal Corporation announced that all pet owners must register their animals by 30 September 2026, making registration compulsory. Owners are required to complete the process before that deadline.
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The Times of India
Man sets shanty on fire after row over affair; 3 pet cats burned to death
On July 12 2026, a man set fire to a shanty after a dispute involving an affair. The blaze killed three pet cats that were inside the shanty. The incident occurred in India.
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The Indian ExpressAfter dogs, registration of pet cats a must in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad has introduced a compulsory registration system for pet cats, extending the existing requirement that applied to dogs. The new rule obliges cat owners in the city to register their animals with the municipal authorities.
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Guwahati Plus NewsDog Theft Cases Across Assam Reveal Suspected Organised Illegal Network
A number of dog theft cases in Assam have indicated the presence of a suspected organized illegal network involved in these incidents. The situation has raised concerns about the safety of pets in the region. Investigations are ongoing to identify…
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The New Indian Express
India’s growing exotic pet trade exposes regulation gaps
In 2026, the trade in exotic pets is expanding throughout India. This growth is highlighting shortcomings in the country’s existing regulations that oversee the trade.
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