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.
Read Full ArticleCalcutta 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.
Kerala High Court rules that a melpattam right grants only usufructuary benefits from trees and creates no ownership or transferable interest in land.
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Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on plea seeking recognition of haemophilia as a disability under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
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Madras HC asks Centre to explain exclusion of transgender persons from adoption under CARA Guidelines despite Transgender Rights Act, 2019.
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Sergio Gor sworn in as U.S. Ambassador to India; dual role as Special Envoy underscores stronger Indo-Pacific and bilateral strategic focus.
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India repatriated 197 citizens from Myanmar’s cybercrime hub via Thailand, marking a major diplomatic effort to combat trafficking and online fraud.
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David Szalay wins the 2025 Booker Prize for Flesh, becoming the first Hungarian-British author to receive the prestigious literary award.
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