Delhi Karkardooma Court orders NGO to return pet dogs, flags misuse of authority, and says animal welfare must operate within the rule of law.
Read Full ArticleJharkhand High Court directs the State to frame model regulations for slaughterhouses across all urban local bodies to curb illegal operations.
Madras High Court rules there is no legal right to conduct cock fights, holding that such events are banned under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
Calcutta HC directs steps to prevent mass animal sacrifices at Bolla Raksha Kali Temple, emphasizing animal welfare and compliance with legal guidelines.
Calcutta HC seeks report on animal protection laws enforcement; highlights illegal pet breeding and sales in unregistered shops across West Bengal.
Delhi High Court dismisses plea alleging animal cruelty at Ambani pre-wedding event, emphasizes the need for credible evidence, and warns against frivolous petitions.
Madras HC observes "This cannot be done" on PIL seeking action against DMK cadres for slaughtering a goat with TN BJP chief Annamalai's photo after LS poll defeat.
New Bill in India proposes raising fines for animal cruelty from Rs. 50 to Rs. 1 lakh, reflecting global shifts towards better animal welfare standards.
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Can animals be slaughtered in the name of God? The Calcutta High Court hears a PIL in this regard. Read to know the highlights of the hearing.
Supreme Court held that a wife pursuing her career cannot be termed cruel or accused of desertion, calling such views patriarchal and regressive.
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Supreme Court dismisses Pawan Kumar Ahluwalia’s appeal in KJS Cement dispute, upholding NCLAT’s share restoration order.
13 May, 2026 06:07 PM
Jharkhand High Court issues 15 directions on illegal mining in Hazaribagh, holding continued inaction despite surveillance violates Article 21.
13 May, 2026 04:17 PM
Punjab and Haryana High Court lifts ban on ZEE5’s Lawrence Bishnoi documentary, quashes Centre’s advisory over lack of legal basis.
13 May, 2026 03:33 PM
Supreme Court quashes a 35-year-old criminal case, calls undertrial delays a violation of Article 21, and seeks data on UP’s justice backlog.
13 May, 2026 04:28 PM
Supreme Court directs Rajasthan to introduce Rajasthani in schools and frame a mother tongue-based education policy under NEP 2020.
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