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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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The ConversationWhat can free-living Indian street dogs teach us about how to care for pet dogs?
An article published on 12 October 2026 examines how observations of free‑living street dogs in India might inform the care of pet dogs. It discusses the behaviors and health characteristics of these street dogs that could be relevant to managing…
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DD NewsIndia’s cheetah count reaches 53 as ‘Project Cheetah’ shows strong progress, Centre plans further expansion
India’s cheetah population increased to 53 through ongoing conservation efforts. The central government announced plans to further expand the initiative.
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Hindustan TimesExplained: Will it get easier to experiment on animals in India? What the draft rules propose | HT Explainers
Proposed draft rules in India outline potential changes to animal experimentation procedures. These regulations examine whether the process for conducting research on animals will become easier.
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The Economic TimesTrain stopped in nick of time: Forest staffer’s quick thinking averted possible tragedy when elephant herd
On October 12, 2026, a forest department employee intervened to halt a train just before it struck a group of elephants. The prompt alert prevented a potential disaster on the tracks.
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Ommcom NewsCheetah Asha’s Eight-Month-Old Cub Found Dead At Kuno
On October 12, 2026, an eight-month-old cheetah cub died at Kuno. The young animal was the offspring of a cheetah named Asha. Authorities discovered the deceased cub within the sanctuary grounds.
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Nicobar TimesClassical Swine Fever Confirmed in Pigs in Car Nicobar; Deaths Also Reported in Sri Vijaya Puram, 20,000
Classical Swine Fever has been confirmed among pigs in Car Nicobar, alongside reported fatalities in Sri Vijaya Puram. The affected region involving approximately 20,000 animals is currently experiencing these disease outbreaks.
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Asianet NewsableBengal Forest Officials Stop Vehicles To Let Elephant Herd Cross Busy Road (WATCH)
On October 12, 2026, forest department personnel in West Bengal halted traffic on a busy roadway. They paused the vehicles so that a group of wild elephants could safely traverse the tarmac.
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India's News.Net“Cities cannot just be for us”: Conservation Biologist Neha Sinha calls for wildlife-friendly urban planning
On October 12, 2026, conservation biologist Neha Sinha urged for urban planning that accommodates animals. She stated that metropolitan areas should not be designed exclusively for human populations.
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Free Press JournalMPs Kuno Refuses To Disclose Cheetah Autopsy Reports Citing Foreign Relations, Wildlife Activist Questions
On October 12, 2026, authorities at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh declined to release post-mortem reports for deceased cheetahs. Officials cited potential impacts on foreign relations as the reason for withholding the documents. A local wildlife activist has publicly…
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Mid-DayTiger translocation, sanctuary expansion plans mark Wildlife Week culmination in Kota
Kota concluded Wildlife Week celebrations with announcements regarding the relocation of tigers. Authorities also revealed plans to enlarge the local animal sanctuary.
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www.thehawk.inGujarat seals four warehouses over suspected cattle-feed adulteration; stock worth Rs 25 crore under scrutiny
On October 12, 2026, authorities in Gujarat locked four warehouses following suspicions of tainted animal feed. Officials are currently investigating stored products valued at 25 crore rupees found at these locations.
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The TribuneHimachal: Shimla census finds 280 aggressive dogs
An animal survey took place in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, on October 12, 2026. The municipal census recorded a total of 280 aggressive dogs in the area.
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Deccan HeraldBCC designates 26 feeding zones for stray dogs
On October 12, 2026, local authorities established 26 specific areas for providing meals to community dogs. These designated locations were created to manage stray animal feeding within the region.
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