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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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Live LawGrowing Stray Dog Population Root Of Problem, Aggressively Implement Sterilisation Programme: Bombay High …
The Bombay High Court stated that the increasing number of stray dogs is a primary cause of related issues and directed authorities to carry out an intensive sterilisation program. The order was issued on 14 August 2026.
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Path to a Rabies-Free State: Jharkhand Animal Husbandry Department Pledges to Eradicate Dog Bites & Rabies by 2029
The Jharkhand Animal Husbandry Department announced a plan to eliminate dog bites and human rabies cases in the state by 2029. The initiative aims to achieve a rabies‑free status across Jharkhand.
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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 Assam TribuneWorld Elephant Day: Vantara expands its elephant welfare outreach across India & globally
Vantara announced that it is extending its elephant‑welfare programs throughout India and to other countries. The expansion was publicised on World Elephant Day. The news was released on 13 August 2026.
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ANI NewsWorld Animal Protection Appeals to Chief Minister of Rajasthan to End Elephant Rides on Occasion of World Elephant Day
World Animal Protection sent a request to Rajasthan’s chief minister asking for a ban on elephant rides. The appeal was made on World Elephant Day, reported on 12 August 2026.
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WIONChiyaan Vikram in legal trouble over Lar gibbon video? Wildlife department launches probe
Actor Chiyaan Vikram is facing legal trouble after a video featuring a lar gibbon was publicised. The wildlife department has opened an investigation into the matter. The case was reported on 11 August 2026.
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Republic WorldVIDEO | Ghaziabad Dog Beaten, Buried Alive; FIR Registered After PETA India Intervention
A video from Ghaziabad shows a dog being beaten and then buried alive. After PETA India raised the case, police registered a first‑information report on the incident.
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Bar and BenchKarnataka HC allows police to file chargesheet on disappearance of 21 stray dogs from DRDO township
On August 11, 2026, the Karnataka High Court ruled that police can submit a chargesheet about the disappearance of 21 stray dogs from a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) township. The order permits the investigation into the missing animals…
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YourStory.comFrom lockdown feeding to saving 2,000+ animals: Varsha Raj’s story
Varsha Raj began feeding animals during the COVID‑19 lockdown and has subsequently rescued more than 2,000 animals. The story about her efforts was published on 10 August 2026.
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The Times of IndiaStray dogs in Bengaluru north corporation limits to check-in at new shelter this week
Stray dogs located within the north corporation limits of Bengaluru are being moved to a newly opened shelter. The check‑in of the dogs is scheduled to start this week.
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Guwahati PlusWho Speaks for the Voiceless? Guwahati’s Beltola Dog Deaths Raise Questions on Animal Cruelty
In the Beltola neighborhood of Guwahati, several dogs were found dead, leading to concerns about possible animal cruelty. The deaths were reported on 8 August 2026.
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The Times of India
Animal welfare norms end ‘zoo’ morning walks
In August 2026, new animal‑welfare regulations required a zoo to discontinue its morning walk sessions for visitors. The change was made to comply with the updated welfare standards.
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World Animal NewsSeven Endangered Golden Langurs Returned To The Wild After Wildlife Trafficking Rescue In India
On August 7 2026, seven endangered golden langurs were released back into their natural habitat in India after being rescued from a wildlife‑trafficking operation. The animals were returned to the wild following the successful intervention.
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