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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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Deccan HeraldAssam’s CWRC catered to 10,000 wildlife rescue cases in 25 years
The Central Wildlife Rescue Centre in Assam reported that it has dealt with 10,000 wildlife rescue cases over the past 25 years. This milestone was highlighted in an article dated August 28, 2026.
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PETA IndiaFIR Registered Against Buffalo Fighting Event In Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Following PETA India Complaint
On 28 August 2026, a First Information Report was lodged in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar regarding a buffalo‑fighting event. The FIR was filed after PETA India submitted a complaint about the event.
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The New Indian ExpressAssam’s CWRC marks 25 years of wildlife rescue
The Centre for Wildlife Rescue and Conservation (CWRC) in Assam celebrated its 25th anniversary of conducting wildlife rescue operations. The milestone event was observed on 28 August 2026.
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The Times of IndiaSterilised or just counted? Questions dog Patna civic body’s ABC programme
The Patna municipal authority’s Animal Birth Control (ABC) programme is being questioned over whether the dogs involved are actually being sterilised or simply recorded. The concerns were raised on August 28, 2026.
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The Times of India
FIR against organisers of buffalo fight in Sambhajinagar
An FIR was filed against the people who organized a buffalo fight in Sambhajinagar. The complaint was lodged on August 28, 2026. No further details are provided.
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The Times of India
Man arrested for shooting stray dog
A man was taken into custody after shooting a stray dog. The arrest was reported on 28 August 2026.
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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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Bio-Economy in Action: Guava Cultivation for Gaushala Financial Freedom
Guava farming is being promoted as a bio‑economy initiative to generate income for gaushalas, which are shelters for cows. The approach aims to give these institutions financial independence.
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The New Indian Express
Centre gives three gaushalas to Gujarat but no funds
The central government transferred ownership of three gaushalas to the state of Gujarat. No financial assistance was provided with the transfer. The move was reported on 25 August 2026.
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PETA India
Bengaluru and Chikkamagaluru Police Training Schools Invite PETA India to Lead Workshops to Combat Cruelty to Animals
Police training schools in Bengaluru and Chikkamagaluru have asked PETA India to conduct workshops focused on preventing animal cruelty. The workshops are intended for police personnel to improve their handling of animal‑related incidents.
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The Times of India
J&K govt warns against buying shock-emitting ‘dog sticks’, cites arms law
On August 24, 2026, the Jammu and Kashmir government warned people not to buy shock‑emitting sticks marketed for dogs, saying the devices are covered by the region’s arms regulations. The notice cites the applicable arms law as the basis for…
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Live Law‘Public Utility’ No Licence To Override Forest, Wildlife Laws: Rajasthan High Court Quashes NHAI…
On 24 August 2026, the Rajasthan High Court set aside a National Highways Authority of India approval for a highway project, stating that labeling the project a “public utility” does not exempt it from forest and wildlife regulations. The ruling…
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Press Trust of IndiaAnimal lovers protest at stray dog shelter in Delhi’s Rohini; police allow inspection
Animal lovers gathered to protest at a stray‑dog shelter in Rohini, Delhi, on 23 August 2026. Police responded by permitting an inspection of the facility.
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