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Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
HC orders transfer of ‘distressed' Kolhapur tusker to Gujarat trust; math plans to move SC
Mumbai/Kolhapur: Giving priority to animal welfare over the right to use them in religious rites, Bombay high court has directed a Jain math in Kolhapur to transfer their elephant, Mahadevi, to a temple trust in Jamnagar, Gujarat, within two weeks. Officials from the Jain math at Nandani stated that Mahadevi was under their care since 1992. Devotees worship the elephant, and the math would appeal to the Supreme Court to allow them to keep Mahadevi, citing emotional and spiritual connections, the officials said. "…we have considered and chosen the survival of the elephant and its right to quality life, over and above the rights of men to use the elephant for religious rites…This court has duty under the doctrine parens patriae to secure the rights of the voiceless and hapless Mahadevi," said the court, dismissing a petition by the Jain math who owned Mahadevi since 1992. The math had challenged a high-power committee's orders directing Mahadevi's transfer to Radhe Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust in Jamnagar. The committee's order was based on a complaint by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals that Mahadevi "is exhibiting signs of physical and psychological distress". The committee's report said Mahadevi suffered from decubital ulcerated wounds on her hip joints and right elbow joint and injuries to toenails and back. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo The judges said the petitioner's argument that the elephant's condition is now improving is "quite counter-productive" and "too little too late" as it establishes that she suffered injuries while under the "care and custody" of the math. The HC, through the order, also requested the chief wildlife warden of Maharashtra to issue a transport permit, and the chief wildlife warden of Gujarat to issue a no-objection certificate, if necessary, to effect the said transfer. Peta India director of advocacy projects Khushboo Gupta said, "No living being deserves isolation, chaining and being controlled with weapons. Peta India is grateful to Bombay HC for granting Mahadevi an opportunity to live the rest of her life safe and in the company of other elephants, and urges the organisers of religious ceremonies to opt for life-size robotic elephants instead."
The Sun
08-07-2025
- The Sun
Time to shut door on jallikattu cruelty
TRAVELLERS from around the world visit Malaysia to revel in its vibrant cultural diversity, remarkable food, stunning natural beauty and genuinely welcoming people. The idea of allowing a ruthless and deadly pastime like jallikattu in the country is abhorrent, which is violence defended under the guise of culture. But cruelty should be unequivocally condemned. There is no doubt that jallikattu is merciless. This vicious pastime takes advantage of bulls' natural caution as prey animals by deliberately placing them in a terrifying situation in which they are forced to run away from those they rightly perceive as a threat. The bulls become so frightened by the mob of men who swarm them that they slip, fall and run into barriers and traffic in their desperate attempts to escape, frequently leading to broken bones or death. Comprehensive investigations conducted by Peta India documented that bulls are poked and jabbed with sticks and metal sickles, hit and jumped on, tackled and hurt in other ways. Some bulls have reportedly been made to drink alcohol or had chilli peppers rubbed on their eyelids to provoke aggression. Exhausted and dehydrated animals are often forced to participate in jallikattu after standing in queues for hours without overhead shelter in the sweltering heat. In every district investigators visited, there was no food available for the bulls and very limited water. Bulls are yanked roughly by nose ropes, causing their nostrils to bleed and many collapse from exhaustion or dehydration after the events. They are beaten, pinched and their tails are yanked, twisted and bitten by their owners and event organisers. These events are dangerous for bulls and humans alike. In India, since just one state legalised jallikattu in 2017, at least 136 men and children have been killed and thousands more injured. Countless bulls have also been hurt or killed in jallikattu events, although reports rarely cover what bulls endure. Make no mistake: if this barbaric event is allowed to take place, blood will be spilled and human lives will be lost, and the responsibility will rest squarely on those who allowed this dangerous sport to be introduced in Malaysia despite clear warnings. In today's global community, travellers have vast amounts of information readily available to them and many compassionate tourists may shun trips to Malaysia if jallikattu becomes part of the country's framework. The negative impact on tourism is a very real consideration. It is clear that jallikattu is inherently cruel and dangerous and that no regulations can protect animals or human participants and spectators. Malaysian authorities should slam the door shut on this barbaric jallikattu 'sport'. Jason Baker
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Time of India
Horse owner fined for cruelty and negligence
Kolkata: The owner of a horse used for joyrides in the Maidan, who pleaded guilty to negligent conduct and cruelty towards the animal before a judicial magistrate, was let off with a fine of Rs 500 due to his economic distress. An FIR in the case had been filed by animal rights organisation Cape Foundation. The sections — 291/62/3(5) of BNS and 3/11(1)(a)(h) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 — under which the accused, Sk Alamgir was charged are punishable with imprisonment or a fine or both. However, after Alamgir filed a petition pleading guilty, the advocate representing him submitted a request to consider the amount of fine imposed, given his economic distress. Taking the plea into consideration, the magistrate fined Alamgir Rs 500. In 2024, at least eight horses were reported dead in Kolkata due to similar abuse and neglect, according to Peta India and the CAPE Foundation. The Calcutta HC had directed the state to develop a proposal for rehabilitating horse owners and providing them with an alternative livelihood. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata
India Today
10-06-2025
- Health
- India Today
Animal rights group Peta wants Telangana lab closed over cruelty allegations
Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (Peta) India has urged the central government to permanently shut down a registered animal testing facility in Telangana, citing chronic and grave violations of animal welfare a letter addressed to Abhijit Mitra, Chairman of the Committee for the Control and Supervision of Experiments on Animals (CCSEA), Peta India said it had obtained video footage, photos, and insider testimonies from former employees documenting the alleged abuse at the Mahabubnagar-based facility between 2021 and group urged the CCSEA to revoke the Palamur Biosciences Pvt Ltd registration and rehabilitate all surviving animals. News agency PTI reached out to Palamur Biosciences for a reaction but did not receive a response. In the letter, Peta India claimed the company kept nearly 1,500 beagles in a space designed for only 800, bred them far beyond recommended limits, and failed to provide medical care even in cases of serious injuries and animal rights group alleged widespread noncompliance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and CCSEA guidelines. Dogs were allegedly injected with test substances that caused abscesses, ulcers, and severe pain, with many left untreated. Some dogs vomited large amounts of blood before dying, the letter said, citing also accused staff of rough handling, including kicking animals and slamming cage doors on their limbs, as seen on letter raised concerns about the company's treatment of minipigs and monkeys. It alleged that piglets born from an unlicensed minipig breeding were killed using painful intracardiac injections without reportedly captured illegally from Rajasthan were kept in plastic bags during transport, and two tested positive for monkeypox. Despite the public health risk, the company allegedly proceeded with testing on the remaining animals."These actions not only flout Indian animal welfare regulations but also pose biosecurity and ethical risks," said Dr Anjana Aggarwal, PETA India's Scientist and Research Policy Advisor, who signed the company's practices are entirely out of step with global developments, such as the U.S. government's recent decision to phase out animal testing, the letter recent announcements by the U.S. FDA and NIH promoting human-relevant alternatives to animal experiments, PETA India urged Indian authorities to take a similar path and start by ensuring the release of all animals from Palamur Biosciences to loving homes or recognised India offered to work with NGOs to assist with the placement and care of the animals. The CCSEA operates under the Department of Animal Husbandry and by Rithu Pawar IN THIS STORY#Telangana
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Time of India
FIR after sick mare found tied up without food, water
1 2 Kolkata: An FIR was registered after Peta India rescued a horse from Maidan with assistance from cops last Monday. The mare, blind in one eye and whose physical condition indicated prolonged neglect by her former owner, was found tied up with no access to food or water. Veterinarians said she was emaciated and suffering from painful chronic osteoarthritis. The mare was later transferred to a sanctuary. The FIR was registered on June 2 under sections on negligent conduct regarding the animal, which poses a probable danger to human life or any potential threat of grievous harm, and for causing grievous hurt by maiming the animal. This case also invokes multiple sections of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960, including neglecting the duty of care, for unreasonably tethering the animal, and for failing to provide adequate food, water, and shelter. Moreover, Section 3(5) of the BNS was invoked for committing crimes in furtherance of common intention. "This rescue is not an isolated case; it's a reflection of the ongoing cruelty that horses face daily on Kolkata's roads, hauling tourist carriages and when abandoned in the Maidan area. We urge CM Mamata Banerjee to take decisive action to retire all horses used to pull carriages, and introduce heritage-style electric carriages," said Peta India advocacy associate Chumki Dutta. In recent months, Peta India has filed two FIRs — at Bhowanipore and Maidan — following two incidents of cruelty to horses. The first one was registered after a video surfaced on social media showing one of two horses hitched to a carriage collapsing on the road. The second concerned the death of a mare found abandoned and recumbent. In 2024, at least eight horses were reported dead in Kolkata due to similar abuse and neglect, according to data gathered by Peta India and the CAPE Foundation. Investigations reveal that many horses used in the city are anaemic, malnourished, overworked, and suffer from painful conditions caused by constant use of hard road surfaces. The Calcutta HC had directed the state to develop a proposal for rehabilitating horse owners and providing them with an alternative livelihood. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
