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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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MadhyamamViral video of man biting goat to death sparks FIR in Telangana
A man was filmed biting a goat to death in Telangana, leading to a police complaint being filed. The incident has gained significant attention due to the shocking nature of the video.
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PETA IndiaUS Food And Drug Administration Issues Warning Letter to Telangana-Based Beagle Breeder and Animal Lab Palamur Biosciences for “Serious Violations”; PETA India Urges Action From PMO
On June 15, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration sent a warning letter to Palamur Biosciences, a beagle breeding and animal research facility located in Telangana, citing serious regulatory violations. Following the letter, PETA India appealed to the Prime…
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The Legal AffairSupreme Court Prioritizes Animal Welfare Over Custodial Claims: Captive Elephant Ordered to be Shifted to Rehabilitation Centre – The Legal Affair
On 15 June 2026, India’s Supreme Court ruled that animal welfare outweighs custodial claims and ordered that a captive elephant be moved to a rehabilitation centre. The decision mandates the elephant’s relocation for its care and protection.
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ThePrint‘Thrashed, bagged & dumped’: Mumbai society dog’s suspected killing sparks outrage, police probe
A dog was allegedly killed in a Mumbai society in a brutal manner, prompting public outrage. Authorities have initiated a police investigation into the incident, which occurred on June 14, 2026.
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The HinduYoung activist’s 7,000-km walk highlights climate and animal welfare issues
A young activist walked 7,000 kilometres across India. Reported in June 2026, the trek was intended to highlight climate change and animal‑welfare concerns.
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Awaz The VoiceProtest erupts over relocation of community dogs in Delhi
A protest occurred in Delhi on June 13, 2026, regarding the relocation of community dogs. The demonstration highlighted public opposition to the initiative.
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Telegraph IndiaHundreds rally in Delhi against removal of stray dogs from public spaces
Hundreds of people gathered in Delhi to protest the removal of stray dogs from public areas. The rally took place on June 13, 2026.
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The Times of IndiaMCOCA slapped on cattle smuggling gang
The Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) has been applied to a group involved in cattle smuggling. This action took place in Maharashtra on June 13, 2026.
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WION‘Threads of cruelty’: Caught between heritage, livelihoods and animal welfare – India’s silk dilemma
India’s silk industry faces a conflict between preserving a traditional craft, supporting the incomes of farmers and weavers, and addressing animal‑welfare concerns over the practice of killing silkworms to harvest silk. The issue is being debated across the country as…
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Deccan ChronicleCase Registered Against Beerappa Festival Animal Sacrifice
On June 12, 2026, authorities filed a legal case concerning the sacrifice of animals during the Beerappa festival. The case addresses alleged violations associated with the festival’s animal‑sacrificial practices.
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The Straits TimesWhy are Muslims pushing to make the cow India’s national animal?
On 12 June 2026, reports indicated that some Muslim groups in India are advocating for the cow to be declared the nation’s official animal. The article examines the reasons behind this campaign.
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Deccan HeraldBengaluru activists flag animal cruelty, seek regular meetings for action
Activists in Bengaluru have highlighted instances of animal cruelty and are calling for regular meetings to address these concerns. They aim to develop strategies for better action against such cases. The discussions focus on improving animal welfare in the region.
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The Indian Express‘Can’t be mute spectator’: Supreme Court asks Kerala government to take charge of elephant in ownership row
The Supreme Court has directed the Kerala government to take control of an elephant involved in a dispute over its ownership. The court emphasized that the government should not remain passive in this situation.
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