India's Stray Dog Problem: A Failure of Implementation
India's stray dog issue needs reason & compassion, not fear. The proven ABC Rules offer a scientific solution, as seen in the Netherlands. The Supreme Court's role is under scrutiny.
India's stray dog issue needs reason & compassion, not fear. The proven ABC Rules offer a scientific solution, as seen in the Netherlands. The Supreme Court's role is under scrutiny.
Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mandates weekly hearings for land partition cases and sets a March 31 deadline for corrections. Aiming for transparency, he orders a comprehensive land data compilation.
Animal welfare groups warn Supreme Court's stray dog removal order dilutes 2023 birth control rules, risking rabies control and human-dog conflict. Read their concerns.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau in Vijayawada registered 115 cases in 2025, achieving a 46% conviction rate. DG Atul Singh outlines plans for 2026, including AI tools to fight graft. Read more.
A 44-year-old woman from Sandirya village in Ajmer died after not taking the anti-rabies vaccine following a stray dog bite last month. Health officials urge immediate vaccination.
Delhi PWD to deploy armed security at Signature Bridge after increased theft & damage. Plan includes armed night guards. Read details on the new security measures.
Ernakulam Rural Police's special drive on New Year's Eve led to 8 narcotics cases & 116 for drunk driving. 1200 officers ensured peaceful celebrations. Read the full report.
National Medical Commission directs all medical colleges to maintain mandatory stock of ARV and RIG. This follows Supreme Court orders for timely treatment of dog-bite victims. Read the full story.
Delhi reports only 4 dengue deaths in 2025, with confirmed cases falling to 1,493. MCD data shows a significant decline from previous years, though address verification remains a challenge. Read the full report.
A new report reveals Delhi's high disposal rate for POCSO cases, highlighting progress and challenges in justice for child sexual abuse victims. Read the key findings.
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha stated the state government could examine land-related cases against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav if raised in public forums. Read the latest political developments.
Panic in Sarganwa village after 400 villagers consumed meat from a goat bitten by a suspected rabid dog during a ritual. Health camp set up as officials reassure risk is low.
Panic erupts in Sarganwa village after a goat bitten by a suspected rabid dog is sacrificed and served to 400. Health camp set up as experts assess risk. Details inside.
Supreme Court stays its own order on Aravalli definition, DAC clears major defence procurements, and nations flag Indian rabies vaccine. Essential insights for UPSC aspirants on environment, defence, and health.
A 12-year-old girl in Bengaluru died of rabies after a dog bite, despite vaccines. The case exposes the fatal gap in not administering mandatory Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG). Read the full investigation.
Over 250 residents in Bareilly's Pipraul village queue for anti-rabies vaccines amid fears of transmission through 'raita'. Health officials counsel villagers as experts clarify transmission risks.
US, UK, and Australia issue health alerts on fake Indian rabies vaccine Abhayrab. India's manufacturer rejects quality failure claims, stressing only one batch was counterfeit. Public health trust is at stake.
Nearly 200 in UP's Badaun received rabies shots after eating raita from a buffalo bitten by a dog. Experts clarify milk transmission risk is low, especially if boiled. Learn the facts.
Over 200 villagers in Uttar Pradesh received anti-rabies vaccines after consuming raita made from the milk of a buffalo bitten by a rabid dog. The incident has sparked a major health alert. Read the full story.
Nearly 200 villagers in Budaun received anti-rabies vaccines after consuming raita made from the milk of a buffalo that later died of rabies. Health officials act swiftly to prevent outbreak.
Panic grips Pipraul village in UP's Badaun after a buffalo, bitten by a stray dog, dies. Over 200 villagers who consumed its milk in raita rush for anti-rabies vaccines. Health officials urge calm.
Nearly 200 villagers in Uttar Pradesh's Badaun received rabies vaccinations after consuming curd from a buffalo that died from a dog bite. Health officials urge immediate medical care for any animal bite.
Nearly 200 villagers in Budaun's Piprauli received anti-rabies vaccines as a precaution after consuming raita made from milk of a buffalo that later died of suspected rabies. Health officials confirm situation is normal.
A mass rabies vaccination drive was launched in a UP village after nearly 200 people consumed curd from a buffalo that died of a dog bite. Health officials warn of the severe risks.
Australia flags a counterfeit anti-rabies vaccine batch in India. Manufacturer Indian Immunologicals Limited says the batch is withdrawn, warning against unnecessary panic. Details inside.
Australia advises travellers vaccinated with Abhayrab in India to restart their rabies shots due to counterfeit batches. The manufacturer, IIL, calls it an isolated incident. Read the full details.
Australia warns of counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccine in India since Nov 2023. Indian Immunologicals Limited refutes, citing action on one batch in Jan 2024. Check your vaccine status.
Udgir in Latur district reports 22 stray dog bite cases since December 23, sparking panic. Civic body intensifies ABC program and dog van drives. Read more.
Udgir taluka in Latur reports 22 stray dog bites since Dec 23. Authorities ramp up Animal Birth Control and anti-rabies vaccinations. Read about the civic response and resident concerns.