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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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The Times of IndiaFIR against youth for beating dog to death in Etawah
A police complaint was lodged against a young man for fatally beating a dog in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. The FIR was filed on 23 September 2026, accusing the youth of causing the animal’s death.
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Kashmir News ObserverSMC sterilised 15,266 stray dogs, immunised 15,725 from 2023 to 2025: Govt
The Srinagar Municipal Corporation conducted a dog‑population control program in Kashmir. Between 2023 and 2025 it surgically sterilised 15,266 stray dogs and vaccinated 15,725 dogs. These numbers were reported by the government.
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The Times of India
Indian rock python rescued from Telangana procession, used in street performances: Why leaving snakes in
A rock python was taken from a procession in Telangana where it had been used in street performances, and officials rescued the animal. The rescue removed the snake from public display.
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Telangana TribuneIndian Rock Python Rescued from Dance Group During Ganesh Immersion in Hyderabad
An Indian Rock Python was rescued from a dance troupe that was taking part in the Ganesh immersion ceremony in Hyderabad. The rescue took place on 22 September 2026 during the festivities.
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PETA IndiaFIR Registered in Pune for Torturing Pigs, Following PETA India Complaint
On September 22 2026, police in Pune filed a first‑information report alleging that pigs had been subjected to cruelty. The report was lodged after PETA India submitted a complaint about the alleged torture.
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ANI NewsIndia’s Leading Companies Launch Karuna Ethics Alliance – KEA to Raise Animal Welfare Standards Across Food Supply Chains
In September 2026, prominent Indian corporations announced the formation of the Karuna Ethics Alliance. The group aims to improve animal welfare standards across food supply networks in the country.
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ThePrintIndia’s Leading Companies Launch Karuna Ethics Alliance – KEA to Raise Animal Welfare Standards Across Food Supply Chains
In September 2026, a group of prominent Indian companies created the Karuna Ethics Alliance (KEA). The alliance aims to improve animal welfare standards throughout food supply chains in India.
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ANI News
SC to consider NHAI plea seeking clarity on stray animal directions
The Supreme Court will review a petition filed by the National Highways Authority of India that asks for clarification on the court’s orders concerning stray animals. The request concerns how the directions should be applied on highways. The matter is…
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The New Indian ExpressDog shelter in BNCC violates SC guidelines
A dog shelter in BNCC was reported to be breaching Supreme Court guidelines. The report was dated 21 September 2026.
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LatestLYIndia News | SC to Consider NHAI Plea Seeking Clarity on Stray Animal Directions
The Supreme Court of India will hear a petition filed by the National Highways Authority of India that asks for clarification on directives related to stray animals. The request seeks guidance on how the highways authority should implement the court’s…
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LatestLY
Snake CPR Video: Gujarat Rescuer Revives Reptile Found in Industrial ETP Tank
On 21 September 2026, a rescuer in Gujarat recorded a video showing how he performed CPR on a snake that had been found inside a tank of an industrial effluent‑treatment plant. The procedure succeeded in reviving the reptile.
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Telangana TodayIndian Rock Python, broiler chicken rescued during Ganesh procession
On September 21 2026, during a Ganesh procession in Telangana, officials rescued an Indian rock python and a broiler chicken that had become trapped in the procession route. The animals were safely removed from the area.
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Live LawNHAI Urges Supreme Court To Clarify Direction To Remove Stray Animals, Says Primary Responsibility With…
The National Highways Authority of India asked the Supreme Court on 21 September 2026 to clarify a directive that it should remove stray animals from highways. NHAI said the chief responsibility for handling the animals lies with state or local…
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