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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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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 ExpressIndia’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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Down To EarthExotic pet trade in India booming, caught in the net of legal, illegal and organised crime
The exotic pet trade in India is reportedly expanding, involving both legitimate and illicit activities. The trade is also linked to organized crime networks.
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CTV NewsRobotic elephants draw crowds and controversy in some of India’s Hindu temples
In July 2026, some Hindu temples in India installed robotic elephant displays that attracted large numbers of visitors. The presence of the moving statues has also provoked debate and criticism among certain groups.
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STV NewsRobotic elephants replace live ones at Indian temples to stop ‘animal cruelty’
On July 3 2026, several Indian temples started using robotic elephant models instead of live elephants. The change was made to address concerns about animal cruelty.
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India TodayPet dog left helpless in rain outside Chandigarh house rescued after viral post
A pet dog was left outside a house in Chandigarh and exposed to rain. After the situation was posted online and went viral, the dog was rescued. The incident was reported on 2 July 2026.
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The Times of IndiaRaj HC seeks state’s affidavit on compliance of SC verdict related to stray dogs
The Rajasthan High Court has asked the state government to submit an affidavit stating whether it has complied with a Supreme Court ruling concerning stray dogs. The request was made on 2 July 2026.
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The Times of India
Stray dog bites in Nagpur top 44,000 in five years, eight rabies deaths: Govt
In Nagpur, over 44,000 stray‑dog bite incidents were recorded during the last five years. Government data show that eight of the bite victims died from rabies in that timeframe.
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The Leaflet‘Supreme Court’s stray dogs judgment tried to solve a public health problem by declaring war on a species’, animal law expert Vivek Mukherjee notes
On July 1 2026, animal‑law expert Vivek Mukherjee said the Supreme Court’s recent judgment on stray dogs was intended to address a public‑health concern by taking aggressive action against the species. He described the decision as an attempt to solve…
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ThePrintA magistrate ordered 9 abused dogs to be returned to owner. Then Karnataka HC came to the rescue
On July 1, 2026, a magistrate in Karnataka ordered that nine abused dogs be returned to their owner. The Karnataka High Court later issued a ruling that halted that order, keeping the dogs under protection.
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Live LawGujarat High Court Grants Bail To Man Accused Of Coordinating Assault On Society Resident Feeding Stray…
On July 1 2026, the Gujarat High Court released a man on bail. He had been charged with organizing an assault on a resident of a housing society who was feeding stray animals.
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The Times of India
FIR after pet dog dies in explosive bait blast in Maharashtra’s Karjat
A pet dog was killed by an explosive bait blast in Karjat, Maharashtra. Following the incident, authorities registered a First Information Report. The event was reported on June 30, 2026.
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The Times of India
State govt faces opposition over kambala event at Mysuru Dasara
On 30 June 2026, the Karnataka state government encountered opposition to the inclusion of a Kambala (traditional buffalo race) event in the Mysuru Dasara festival. Critics challenged the government’s decision to host the event as part of the celebrations.
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