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UP Municipalities Act | Nagar Panchayat Has Authority To License Cattle Markets Even On Private Land:…
The Uttar Pradesh Municipalities Act gives Nagar Panchayats the power to issue licenses for cattle markets, even when those markets are held on private land. This authority was clarified in a statement released.
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20 cats mysteriously die in Mumbai’s Chembur: Head injuries found; ₹50,000 reward for information on the ki…
Officials said that 20 cats were found dead in the Chembur area of Mumbai, and examinations revealed head injuries on the animals. The municipal authorities announced a ₹50,000 reward for information that leads to the identification of those responsible.
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High Court Seeks Delhi Govt Response On Implementing Action Plan To Eliminate Rabies In Stray Dogs
The Delhi High Court has asked the Delhi government to provide a response regarding the execution of its action plan aimed at eradicating rabies among stray dogs. This request was made on September 8, 2026.
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Kolkata Compassion Index Survey reveals strong public support for animal welfare
A survey called the Kolkata Compassion Index was conducted in Kolkata. The results, released on September 3 2026, indicate that a large portion of the public supports animal welfare.
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Delhi Police, PETA India hold session on animal protection laws
On 3 September 2026, Delhi Police and PETA India organized a session about animal protection laws. The meeting covered the legal framework governing the protection of animals.
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Victory: Illegal Bull-and-Horse Races and Buffalo Fight Events Prevented in Solapur, Nagpur, and Dharashiv, Following PETA India Complaint
In August 2026, authorities halted illegal bull‑and‑horse races and buffalo‑fighting events in the districts of Solapur, Nagpur and Dharashiv after a complaint was filed by PETA India. The interventions stopped the planned activities in each location.
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Sterilised or just counted? Questions dog Patna civic body’s ABC programme
The Patna municipal authority’s Animal Birth Control (ABC) programme is being questioned over whether the dogs involved are actually being sterilised or simply recorded.
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Centre gives three gaushalas to Gujarat but no funds
The central government transferred ownership of three gaushalas to the state of Gujarat. No financial assistance was provided with the transfer.
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J&K govt warns against buying shock-emitting ‘dog sticks’, cites arms law
The Jammu and Kashmir government warned people not to buy shock‑emitting sticks marketed for dogs, saying the devices are covered by the region’s arms regulations. The notice cites the applicable arms law as the basis for the prohibition.
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Panchkula 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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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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World 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.
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Stray 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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