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Animal-welfare news from across India, summarised, with a link to every source.
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The Times of IndiaMumbai: 1 lakh animal lovers speed post SC, to save the stray dogs from Nov 7 order
On December 1, 2025, approximately 100,000 animal lovers in Mumbai sent letters to the Supreme Court. This action was in response to a court order concerning stray dogs issued on November 7. The letters were sent via speed post.
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The New Indian ExpressAnimal lovers spam Supreme Court with letter petitions, urge rollback of stray dog removal order
Animal advocates have submitted numerous letter petitions to the Supreme Court, requesting the reversal of an order concerning the removal of stray dogs. This action took place on November 30, 2025.
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The Times of India
The Tihar gaushala: Small facility, big questions
The Tihar gaushala is a small facility located in Tihar Jail, India. It raises concerns regarding its capacity and management. The issues surrounding this gaushala have prompted discussions about its operations.
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Deccan HeraldNationwide campaign urges citizens to write to SC for animal welfare; over 10,000 letters sent
A nationwide campaign has encouraged citizens to send letters to the Supreme Court concerning animal welfare. This effort has led to the dispatch of over 10,000 letters. The campaign aims to raise awareness and support for animal rights.
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OpIndiaAWBI issues SOP on removal of stray dogs from insitutions on Supreme Court’s directions
The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has released a standard operating procedure for the removal of stray dogs from institutions. This follows directives from the Supreme Court. The guidelines aim to ensure that the process is conducted properly.
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Deccan ChronicleAnimal Lovers Launch Letter Drive To Revisit SC Stray Dog Order
Animal lovers have started a letter campaign to urge a review of a Supreme Court order related to stray dogs. This initiative is taking place as concerns grow over the implications of the ruling.
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Deccan Chronicle
Telangana’s First Animal-inclusive Disaster Risk Conference Held
A conference focused on disaster risk management for animals was held in Telangana on November 27, 2025. This event marked Telangana’s first initiative to include animal welfare in disaster preparedness discussions.
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PETA IndiaAnimal Sacrifice Prevented and FIR Registered Against Illegal Ram Fight in Bagalkot Following PETA India Complaint
An animal sacrifice was stopped and a police report was filed regarding an illegal ram fight in Bagalkot. This action followed a complaint made by PETA India on November 27, 2025.
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Deccan Herald
Assam amends animal cruelty Act to allow buffalo fight, PETA India calls it ‘regressive’
The Assam government has amended its animal cruelty law to permit buffalo fighting. This change has been criticized by PETA India, which described it as a setback for animal welfare.
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ThePrintPune donkey incident is another reminder Indians hand out medieval treatment to animals
An incident involving a donkey occurred in Pune, highlighting the treatment of animals in India. The event raised concerns about the welfare of animals and their treatment by humans.
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India Today NEAssam moves to exempt traditional buffalo fight ‘Moh Juj’ from animal cruelty law
Assam is proposing an exemption for the traditional buffalo fight known as ‘Moh Juj’ from the animal cruelty law. This move is aimed at preserving the cultural practice in the state. The exemption is being discussed as of November 2025.
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The New Indian Express
Chennai man arrested for online harassment of women animal welfare activists
A man from Chennai has been arrested for harassing women who are animal welfare activists online. The incident occurred recently and involved multiple victims.
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The HinduAnimal welfare volunteers say pet abandonment on the rise as GCC’s licensing deadline nears
Animal welfare volunteers have reported an increase in the abandonment of pets. This trend is attributed to the upcoming licensing deadline set by the GCC, which is causing concern among animal advocates.
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