Lifetime Shelter Mandatory for Stray Dogs: New India SOPs
India mandates lifetime shelter, sterilisation & care for stray dogs removed from schools, hospitals & transport hubs. New SOPs follow Supreme Court order to ensure humane treatment.
India mandates lifetime shelter, sterilisation & care for stray dogs removed from schools, hospitals & transport hubs. New SOPs follow Supreme Court order to ensure humane treatment.
The Zoological Survey of India confirms a non-venomous snake species, thought to be only in China, has been in Arunachal Pradesh for decades. Read about this major zoological discovery.
A viral social media trend suggests using raw egg white on burns. Burn specialists from Johns Hopkins and Mayo Clinic warn this can cause severe infections like salmonella. Learn the correct first aid.
Nagpur residents cite stray dog attacks as urgent election concern. Learn how urban planning failures exacerbate the crisis in Wadi ahead of voting.
Discover how Dasypeltis gansi, Africa's specialized egg-eating snake, swallows prey larger than its head through unique adaptations. Learn about its feeding mechanics and survival strategies.
Chennai health authorities are on high alert, stocking essential medicines and deploying mobile units as heavy rains from Cyclone Ditwah raise fears of fever, diarrhoea, and snake bites. Learn about the preparedness measures.
A 4-foot Russell's viper was rescued from a Palamu village house. The forest team released it in Nawa forests. Learn about the snake-bite risks in the region.
300 students in Madurai underwent crucial monsoon and cyclone preparedness training. Learn how the Junior Red Cross is building a generation of first responders.
Discover how snakes see colours differently with UV vision. New research reveals evolutionary secrets of snake eyes and their hunting adaptations. Read more!
A doctor diagnosed a woman's decade-long chronic pain as stemming from a forgotten tick bite. Learn about Lyme disease's delayed symptoms and why more antibiotics don't help.
West Bengal plans four new model Anti-Rabies Clinics to enhance rabies care. Currently only one ARC exists at ID Hospital. Learn about expansion plans and rabies challenges.
Neurologist Dr. Aashka Ponda busts common epilepsy myths and shares crucial facts about seizure management and treatment options in India.
Two years after Punjab & Haryana HC ordered financial aid for dog bite victims, Panchkula administration has paid zero compensation despite 31 applications. Learn the shocking details.
Torrential rains flood makeshift tents in Gaza, displacing homeless Palestinians amid ongoing conflict. UN struggles to ramp up aid as winter conditions worsen humanitarian catastrophe.
Karnataka's new compensation policy offers ₹5 lakh for deaths from stray dog bites, but animal welfare groups worry about potential misuse of ₹5,000 payout scheme. Learn more about the controversy.
Rajasthan reports no rabies deaths for 2 years despite 670,000 post-bite vaccinations. Experts question data as state conducts zero confirmatory brain tests. Read the full investigation.
Australia hosts world's most venomous snakes but records low fatalities due to strong healthcare and awareness. Learn why India faces higher snakebite deaths despite fewer venomous species.
Greater Bengaluru Authority launches initiative to establish new dog shelters and reduce bite incidents. Learn about the city's comprehensive plan for safer streets.
Scientists uncover how Amazon tree boa's scale microstructure enables friction control for climbing and hunting. Discover this evolutionary marvel's ecological significance.
Researchers from Pondicherry University and Max Planck Institute discover new wolf snake species in Great Nicobar. Learn about this significant biodiversity finding.
Discover the 3-bite rule for mindful eating. Nutritionists explain how three small bites can satisfy cravings, improve hormones, and prevent overeating.
Discover why snakes are crucial for controlling rodents, preventing diseases, and creating life-saving medicines. Learn to appreciate these misunderstood creatures.
Delhi Public School celebrated World First Aid Day with comprehensive training sessions for students. Learn how these life-saving skills empower young individuals.
Firefighters in Coimbatore rescued a rat snake found between UPS batteries at the district collectorate. The reptile was safely released into a forest. Read the full story!
The United Arab Emirates delivers its 244th humanitarian aid shipment to Gaza, providing critical relief supplies amid ongoing regional tensions. Learn how this effort supports civilians.
Guwahati makes history with first documented albino checkered keelback snake discovery. Learn how this rare find impacts Assam's wildlife records and conservation efforts.
New research reveals why snakes sway to a flute. They don't hear the music! Discover the fascinating truth about their unique vibration sense and defensive instincts.
A comprehensive workshop equipped educators with crucial first aid and disaster management skills, enhancing school safety protocols and emergency preparedness.
India's Supreme Court intervenes as dog bite cases surge nationwide. New directive mandates removal of stray dogs from educational and medical premises. Read about the growing public health crisis.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation impounds a German Shepherd after it attacked its 6-year-old owner. Police book dog owner as child receives medical treatment. Learn about pet safety regulations.