Odisha Police Bust Cattle Smuggling Racket, Seize Rs 50 Crore Assets
Odisha Police conducted raids at 46 locations, arresting nine smugglers and seizing cash, gold, vehicles, and identifying properties worth Rs 50 crore in a major crackdown.
Odisha Police conducted raids at 46 locations, arresting nine smugglers and seizing cash, gold, vehicles, and identifying properties worth Rs 50 crore in a major crackdown.
Jhalawar police raided an illegal mephedrone manufacturing unit operating from a cattle shed in Amaliya Kheda village, seizing drugs, chemicals, equipment and vehicles worth Rs 25 crore. Three accused fled, with rewards announced for their arrest.
Postmortem reports show plastic ingestion and pneumonia caused cattle deaths at Raipur Kalan incinerator plant. Investigation continues as officials question staff and review evidence.
In a major coordinated operation across five districts, Odisha police arrested 10 individuals and seized Rs 1.25 crore in cash linked to alleged cattle smuggling. Authorities expect total assets to reach Rs 100 crore.
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria inspected gaushalas in Raipur Kalan and mandated visible display of manpower details including veterinary staff rosters for transparency.
Chandigarh Police registers FIR after skeletal remains of cattle discovered near Manimajra fish market. Complaint alleges nearly 100 cows kept in makeshift enclosure.
Cattle farmers across Tamil Nadu's delta districts celebrated Maatu Pongal with traditional rituals, bathing and decorating bovines, offering special food, and performing 'go-pooja' at temples.
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Chandigarh administration's special committee investigates cattle deaths at carcass centre and gaushala. Samples sent to CFSL, records seized, staff to be questioned. Inquiry must finish in one week.
UT Chief Secretary H Rajesh Prasad inspected gaushalas and animal care facilities in Chandigarh, issuing strict directives for transparency, hygiene, and infrastructure improvements.
Following the death of 50 cattle at Raipur Kalan incinerator plant, Chandigarh Municipal Corporation writes to animal husbandry department for standard operating procedures on gaushala management.
Police in Varanasi arrested notorious cattle smuggler Guddu Ansari following a late-night encounter. He opened fire at officers but was shot in the leg and captured.
Police in Balasore, Odisha arrested three suspects for allegedly lynching a 33-year-old man. A video shows the victim being forced to chant a religious slogan before the assault.
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Around 50 cattle died mysteriously at a municipal gaushala in Chandigarh's Raipur Kalan, prompting swift administrative action including staff suspensions and a magisterial inquiry.
A notorious cattle smuggler was injured in a police encounter in Ghazipur district. Police recovered weapons, ammunition, a vehicle, and 15 cattle heads during the operation.
The National Highways Authority of India launches a pilot project to send real-time safety alerts about stray cattle and other hazards to highway commuters via SMS and voice messages.
Mattu Pongal, the third day of the Pongal festival, falls on January 15, 2026. This South Indian harvest festival honors cattle with rituals and gratitude.
A wanted cattle smuggler was injured and arrested with two key associates after an early morning encounter with police in Kaushambi district. Police recovered weapons and cash from the gang.
Veterinary experts from GADVASU issue crucial winter advisory for dairy animals in Ludhiana, emphasizing shelter, nutrition, and health measures to prevent milk yield drops.
Punjab govt hosts the traditional Ghora Mandi cattle & horse fair in Muktsar on Maghi. Featuring prized breeds & veterinary care, it boosts rural economy. Discover Punjab's agrarian soul.
Prayagraj launches 24x7 monitoring to create a zero-animal zone for Magh Mela. Shelters for small animals, cattle pounds for large ones. Read details on this unprecedented move.
Veterinary scientists warn that heat-resistant aflatoxins in milk pose a severe cancer risk. Learn why boiling fails and what new solutions are being developed to safeguard India's dairy.
Azamgarh police clashed with cattle thieves in two separate encounters at Tarwan and Devgaon, injuring and detaining three smugglers. Read the full details of the operation and recoveries.
Pappu Ansari was allegedly lynched by villagers in Godda's Podaiyahat area. Police have formed an SIT. Get the latest details on this shocking incident.
Vittal police arrested Zulfhan Malik for stealing four cattle in Bantwal. Separately, Lokayukta arrested a fisheries supervisor for demanding a Rs 10,000 bribe. Read the full details.
Pappu Ansari, a cattle transporter, was beaten to death by a mob. Family claims he was targeted for his faith, while police investigate. Read the full report.
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Karnataka's Dakshina Kannada for stealing four cattle. Police recovered all animals and are investigating further. Read the full story.
Azamgarh police arrested a goshala caretaker and a van owner for a cattle theft attempt on Jan 4. The caretaker confessed to working with smuggling gangs. Read the full investigation details.
Chicago Mercantile Exchange cattle futures fell sharply as meatpackers face losses of over $255 per head. The decline follows record prices and tight supply. Discover the market dynamics and new US dietary guidelines.