Chandigarh Municipal Corporation allocates 1.7 acres in Sector 25 for a modern dog shelter with 1,762 kennels, following Supreme Court orders. The facility aims for humane stray management. Read more.
A 51-year-old woman, Meena, died in a tragic accident at a Varkala printing press. In a separate incident, an 8-year-old boy succumbed to a snake bite. Read the full report.
A 36-year-old man's body was found with rat bites at a Haridwar hospital mortuary, triggering protests. Family alleges negligence. Authorities order probe.
Surat Municipal Corporation installs public notice boards for designated dog feeding spots across 30 wards. This initiative aims to reduce dog bite incidents and follows Supreme Court directives. Read more.
Learn how a nutrient-rich diet with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can significantly reduce your risk of oral cancer. Discover key foods to eat and avoid for better oral and overall health.
Scrub typhus cases rise in Andhra Pradesh with 774 confirmed infections. The absence of the classic 'eschar' symptom leads to dangerous underdiagnosis. Learn the symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
A stray dog's biting spree in Ghughra village, Dahod, has left 20 injured and residents in fear. Authorities urged to act swiftly. Read the full report on the escalating situation.
A 56-year-old diabetic man hid a shoe bite for 3 weeks, leading to a severe infection and below-knee amputation. Experts explain why foot care is non-negotiable for diabetics and share crucial warning signs.
Dehradun Municipal Corporation sees a massive spike in pet dog registrations after new policy. 1,123 licenses issued since August. Read about the revenue, new by-laws, and pending infrastructure.
Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury responds to privilege motion threat over bringing a stray puppy to Parliament. She vows a strong reply, shifting focus to larger issues. Read her full statement.
MCD approves Rs 13.5 crore to clear unpaid dues to NGOs sterilising stray dogs in Delhi. Funds aim to boost population control and rabies prevention efforts. Read more.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation begins phased implementation of Supreme Court's stray dog management SOP. Nodal officers appointed for AMC buildings, with shelters a key challenge. Details inside.
WWE superstar CM Punk and wife AJ Lee are grieving the loss of their rescue dog, Larry, who passed away after a decade of love. Read their emotional tribute.
Five lives lost to snake bites in Nagpur's rural areas last month. Poor awareness & reliance on traditional healers blamed. Experts urge immediate medical care & preventive steps.
Udhagamandalam launches a dedicated pet park within the Arboretum premises. Built at a cost of ₹40 lakh, it features play areas, water stations, and training zones for dogs. Read more about the new facility.
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.
A playful dog becomes an internet sensation after a video shows its adorable refusal to get off a scooter. Watch the charming clip that has melted hearts worldwide.
A police sniffer dog named Tyson located a missing 2-year-old boy deep in a forest near Chikkamagaluru. The incredible rescue operation saved the child after a 12-hour search.
India aims to expand PrEP access by 2025 as part of its National AIDS Control Program. Learn how this HIV prevention strategy could transform public health outcomes nationwide.
Nagpur residents cite stray dog attacks as urgent election concern. Learn how urban planning failures exacerbate the crisis in Wadi ahead of voting.
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
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.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation submits a Rs 5 crore proposal for exclusive dog pounds to humanely manage stray populations, ensuring public safety and animal welfare. Read more.
Maharashtra government directs rural bodies to implement systematic sterilization and welfare measures for stray dogs following Supreme Court observations. Read about the new guidelines.
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.
Discover 7 common kitchen foods that are toxic for dogs. Learn why chocolate, onions, grapes and other everyday items can be life-threatening to your pet.
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.
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.
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.