Karnataka HC holds animals are sentient beings and not mere chattels, quashes magistrate’s order returning nine rescued dogs to owner accused of cruelty, and allows them to remain under animal welfare care pending trial.
Read Full ArticleThe Supreme Court directed Kerala to take custody of captive elephant Raman after holding the respondent guilty of contempt for violating a court-recorded undertaking.
Calcutta High Court Refuses To Stay WB Cattle Slaughter Rules Ahead Of Eid, Says Cow Sacrifice Not Essential Religious Practice Under Islam
Delhi Karkardooma Court orders NGO to return pet dogs, flags misuse of authority, and says animal welfare must operate within the rule of law.
CJI Gavai refers stray dog menace case to a fresh 3-judge SC bench amid conflicting orders; hearing set for Aug 14 amidst ongoing public backlash.
A woman was arrested for drowning her dog in an airport restroom after being denied boarding with the pet. The shocking case has sparked outrage and legal debate.
After Karnataka High Court, the Delhi High Court has set aside a Government circular banning 23 'ferocious' dog breeds.
In South Korea, the slaughter and sale of dogs for their meat are set to become illegal by 2027 due to growing concerns about animal rights, despite being neither explicitly banned nor legalized. ...
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