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Uttaranchal High Court directs presence of Animal Husbandry, State Animal Welfare Board Officials over ill-treatment of Equines on pilgrimage routes

“District Magistrates might join the proceedings virtually, whereas the Secretary, Animal Husbandry and the Chairperson of the Executive Committee of the State Animal Welfare Board should personally remain present in Court, to assist the Court.

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Celebration of ‘Cow Hug Day’ a policy matter; Delhi High Court dismisses plea challenging withdrawal notification by Animal Welfare Board

AWBI stated that Cow Hug Day shall be celebrated on 14-02-2023 as the Cow is the backbone of Indian culture and rural economy, sustains our life, represent cattle wealth and biodiversity.

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[Cruelty to Animals] Kar HC | Does ‘Animal Life’ fall within the meaning of ‘Right to Life’ under Art. 21 of Constitution of India? HC explains in light of instant facts

Karnataka High Court: S.P Sandesh J., allowed the appeal and set aside the impugned order. The facts of the case are such