Animal Protection
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World’s largest private rhino herd faces a bleak and uncertain future
Rhino breeder John Hume recently put his 1,999 southern white rhinos up for auction since he could no longer afford the running costs. No buyers came forward.
Jim Tan
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‘We could charge $25 million for every tiger killed’: Nepal minister’s suggestion draws ire
In a rare conservation success story, the Himalayan country’s tiger population has tripled in the past 12 years.
Abhaya Raj Joshi
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India’s elephants will suffer huge setback if proposed changes to Wildlife Protection Act are passed
The exception allowing private ownership of elephants has led to widespread abuse and harm. Now, legalising their trade will mark a dangerous regression.
Alok Hisarwala
Trending
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In Sambhal, Muslims allege UP police stormed booths, snatched IDs and beat up voters on polling day
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Why BJP leaders’ comments on study about Muslim population in India are misleading
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These innovations have made Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba in Murthal the truck drivers’ favourite since 1967
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Memoir: Human rights lawyer Nandita Haksar recalls her understanding of feminism as a young woman
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The numbers show the idea of Muslim population explosion is nothing but political propaganda
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In Rajasthan, the law to protect the camel is contributing to its decline
A 2015 blanket ban on the sale of the animal across the state border has slashed its price, making sustenance difficult for breeders.
Azera Parveen Rahman
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Tigress Avni killed on court’s order, says SC, refuses to take contempt action
CJI SA Bobde said that trophy hunting was a serious matter, but added that the court cannot interfere at this stage.
Scroll Staff
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Tigress Avni killing: SC issues contempt notices to Maharashtra officials for rewarding shooter
The petitioner alleged that authorities had arranged a function after the hunt and a silver idol was given to sharp-shooter Asgar Ali.
Scroll Staff
Video
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Watch: Students in Pakistan enact moments from Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding event
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‘Hind’s Hall’: Rapper Macklemore releases poignant song in support of Palestine, US campus protests
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Met Gala 2024: From Alia Bhatt to Isha Ambani, what Indians in attendance wore
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Watch: South Korean band performs Rabindra Sangeet accompanied by traditional Korean instruments
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Watch: This man fused hip-hop with Bharatnatyam to dance to Shakira’s ‘Hips Don’t Lie’
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Asiatic lion population rises 29% in Gir; Modi and Environment Minister Javadekar laud Gujarat
The state forest department also said the distribution area of lions in Saurashtra has increased by 36%.
Scroll Staff
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Actor Pamela Anderson writes to PM Modi, urges him to promote veganism at government events
She wrote to the prime minister on behalf of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.
Scroll Staff
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How the perfect paintbrush may be killing thousands of mongooses every year
For every kilogram of mongoose hair that is used in brushes, about 50 animals are killed. An estimated one lakh mongooses die for art annually.
Sibi Arasu
The Reel
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‘Murder in Mahim’ review: A crime as unjust as wrongful death
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‘Srikanth’ review: An inspiring tale of remarkable achievement
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‘The Boy and the Heron’ review: An animation legend rolls out enchantment and emotional resonance
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Watch: Politics, ambition and crime in Vasantha Balan’s ‘Thalaimai Seyalagam’
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How the fantasy film ‘Pathala Bhairavi’ heavily influenced Telugu cinema
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US: Baby turtle washes up on the shore, dies after consuming 104 pieces of plastic
A sea turtle rehabilitation coordinator for Gumbo Limbo Nature Center said all turtles who die on the coastline have plastic in their intestines.
Scroll Staff
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Delhi zoo’s last Cape buffalo dies allegedly after consuming plastic, inquiry ordered
The zoo’s veterinary officer Abhijit Bhawal found a plastic-like material in the stomach of the animal during the autopsy.
Scroll Staff
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In Kashmir, research into migratory birds flies into an unexpected problem – poachers’ guns
Birds fitted with satellite transmitters to track their movements are being shot down.
Athar Parvaiz
The Field
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Table Tennis, Saudi Smash: Manika Batra’s dream run ends in quarter-finals
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Athletics, Doha Diamond League 2024: Neeraj Chopra, Kishore Jena open season – All you need to know
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IPL 2024: Virat Kohli stars as Bengaluru beat Punjab to stay in hunt for playoff spot
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India tour of Bangladesh: Radha Yadav stars in fifth T20I as visitors sweep series
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Athletics, Doha Diamond League 2024: In Olympic year, Neeraj Chopra keen to lay down the marker