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Live Law2026 LiveLaw (SC) 867 | WILDLIFE RESCUE AND REHABILITATION CENTRE AND ORS. v. UNION OF INDIA AND ORS.
The Supreme Court of India recorded case number 2026 LiveLaw (SC) 867. The petition was filed by the Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre and other petitioners against the Union of India and additional respondents. No further details about the proceedings…
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‘Public Utility’ No Licence To Override Forest, Wildlife Laws: Rajasthan High Court Quashes NHAI…
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 required the project to…
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Hindustan TimesPanchkula MC tender mandates SC compliance,GPS tracking for stray dog catching | Hindustan Times
The Panchkula Municipal Corporation issued a tender that requires contractors to follow Supreme Court directives when capturing stray dogs. The tender also obliges the use of GPS devices to monitor the dogs during the catching process.
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Karnataka High Court Closes DRDO Officers’ Quash Plea In Case Over Disappearance Of 21 Stray Dogs;…
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a petition by Defence Research and Development Organisation officers that sought to quash a case concerning the disappearance of 21 stray dogs. The ruling leaves the investigation into the missing dogs to proceed.
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The TribuneHC issues notice on PIL challenging ‘administrative takeover’ of Chandigarh SPCA
The Punjab and Haryana High Court issued a notice on a public‑interest litigation that questions the administrative takeover of the Chandigarh Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The filing seeks judicial review of the takeover.
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India LegalSupreme Court mandates periodic health checks, medical records for all captive elephants
India’s Supreme Court ordered that all captive elephants must undergo regular health examinations and have their medical histories recorded. The directive applies nationwide and was issued on 18 August 2026.
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Legal Advisor Vacancy At Animal Welfare Board Of India
The Animal Welfare Board of India announced a legal advisor vacancy. The opening is for a position as a legal advisor with the board.
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Growing 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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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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The Times of IndiaHC notice to govt on PIL over Rs 2.2cr fraud in gaushala
The High Court issued a notice to the government after receiving a public interest litigation that alleges a fraud of roughly 2.2 crore rupees in a gaushala (cow shelter). The case concerns alleged financial misconduct related to the operation of…
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Gujarat High Court Suggests Area-Wise Sterilisation, Vaccination & Geo-Tagging Of Stray Dogs
On August 4, 2026, the Gujarat High Court recommended that stray dogs be sterilised, vaccinated and fitted with geo‑tags on an area‑wise basis. The suggestion is intended to manage and monitor stray dog populations throughout the state.
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Stray Dogs Issue: Delhi High Court Directs Launch Of Pilot Sterilisation Camp, Says Dogs Won’t Be Sent To …
On August 3 2026, the Delhi High Court ordered the establishment of a pilot camp to sterilise stray dogs in the city. The court also specified that the dogs involved in the program would not be relocated to other facilities.
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SCC OnlineDeaths due to stray animals: SC Issues recommendations | SCC Times
The Supreme Court issued recommendations on how to address fatalities caused by stray animals. The recommendations aim to provide a framework for preventing such deaths.
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