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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Senior Advocate Vikas Singh flags criminalisation of politics, black money in elections, and calls for systemic electoral reforms to protect democracy.
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21 February, 2026 02:45 PM
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Madras High Court upholds EPF liability on beedi company, holding beedi rollers engaged through intermediaries are employees entitled to PF benefits.
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Madras High Court bars caste suffixes in temple festival invitations, says caste exists only in minds; directs names be printed without caste tags.
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