Animal Protection
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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
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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
Trending
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The curious case of Pran Puri, the 18th century travelling monk who was discovered and forgotten
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How Alexander the Great became Iskandar Zulkarnain, the legendary ancestor of Malay kings
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In Assam, a police crackdown on child marriage leaves a trail of crying women and broken families
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Watch: ‘3 Idiots’ stars Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, R Madhavan comically reunite to promote new film
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Nepal was convinced of its plan to revive the wild water buffalo population, until things went wrong
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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
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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.
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Video
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Watch: Chased by crocodile, antelope swims for its life across river, escapes in nick of time
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Watch: Tiger waits for trucks to pass before crossing busy highway
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Watch: Rishi Sunak mentions ‘dharma’ as his reason for taking up the job of UK PM
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Turkey earthquake: Scenes of horrifying devastation emerge across the affected region
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Watch: American DJ Diplo shows off batting skills during game of gully cricket with locals in Mumbai
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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
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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.
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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.
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The Reel
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‘The Consultant’ trailer: Christoph Waltz plays a sinister boss in dark comedy series
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Watch: Behind the scenes of Hansika Motwani’s December wedding
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Amit Trivedi lets his music do the talking: ‘There’s one life. We take it way too seriously’
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Start the week with a film: Horses and a quietly thumping heart in ‘The Rider’
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‘Class’ review: An immersive and revealing show about privilege
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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
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Poop, photos and genes indicate that endangered Kashmir musk deer is also present in Nepal: Study
The study concluded that contrary to belief, the alpine musk deer does not exist in the Himalayas of Nepal or in northwest India and Pakistan.
Sahana Ghosh
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Maharashtra: Injured tigress dies after being tranquillised during rescue operation in Tipeshwar
T-4 was spotted with an injury caused by a wire snare in September 2017 and was next seen on May 5, 2018.
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The Field
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India vs Australia: KL Rahul on spin combination for Nagpur Test, batting in middle order and more
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WPL auction, player list: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry in first set; 409 in total
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Senior One Day Trophy: Tanuja Kanwer stars as Railways beat Karnataka to win record 14th title
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WPL 2023: Inaugural edition to be played in Mumbai from 4 March, 409 players shortlisted for auction
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IND vs AUS: From Kohli vs Cummins to Ashwin vs Khawaja – four key battles in Border-Gavaskar Trophy