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Loving pets at home is not a bad thing, but a Russian man lost his life due to a wound inflicted by his beloved pet cat In a shocking incident, a Russian man lost his life due to a wound inflicted by his beloved pet cat. The incident occurred on 22 November, around 11 pm. Nowadays, many people prefer to keep pets, especially dogs and cats. While dogs are considered loyal, cats are more playful but still beloved by many. Loving pets is not inherently problematic, but it is important to ensure your safety. A Russian man, Dmitry Yukhin, went into the forest in search of his beloved cat. As a pet, the cat would often roam the nearby area. On 22 November, Dmitry's cat had gone missing, prompting him to go looking for it. He found the cat, but in the process, the cat clawed his leg, causing it to bleed. According to eyewitnesses, Dmitry's condition worsened rapidly due to the bleeding, and he passed away within minutes. According to reports, Dmitry was a diabetic patient and had a problem with blood clotting; the wound given by the cat became the reason for his death. Although the people present there called the emergency services, by the time the ambulance arrived, he had died. Since his cat was very big and the wound caused by its paw was very deep, the bleeding from it could not be stopped. The family and neighbours said that they loved their cat very much, so they did not expect this incident at all. A report from Oddity Central suggests that Dmitry was diabetic and had a blood clotting disorder, which made the wound from the cat's claw particularly dangerous. Though emergency services were called, the ambulance arrived too late, and Dmitry had already passed away. His cat was described as large, and the deep wound from its claw led to uncontrollable bleeding. Family and neighbours expressed their disbelief, as they had always loved the cat and never expected such a tragic incident.
Mumbai: After the Supreme Court decides to remove stray dogs from the streets of Delhi, people doubt if the reciprocation would be seen in other places, including Mumbai. In a recent report, the civic authorities have mandated relevant departments to address stray dog complaints at least thrice weekly. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported 10,778 complaints about stray dogs in relation to road safety and risk of rabbies. To enhance response times, authorities have directed regular reviews of complaints, aiding efficient tracking and quicker intervention. According to a report ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 21 (PTI) The Delhi High Court has quashed FIRs lodged between neighbours due to a scuffle over handling of pet dogs and directing them to pay Rs 10,000 costs each at a canine shelter. Justice Arun Monga said the dispute between the parties was private in nature and arose out of unnecessary differences between neighbours in relation to the handling of their respective pets. "Continuation of the criminal proceedings would serve no useful purpose and would rather amount to an abuse of the process of law. Not quashing the criminal proceedings would rather rekindle hostility, where ...Read More >
New Delhi, August 25: In a major step forward for veterinary healthcare, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying on Monday released India's first comprehensive national guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for blood transfusion and blood banks for animals. Blood transfusion is widely recognised as a life-saving intervention for managing trauma, severe anaemia, surgical blood loss, infectious diseases, and coagulation disorders in animals. However, until now, India did not have a structured national fr ...Read More >
Mumbai : Zigly, (Cosmo First Limited) India's first tech-enabled omnichannel pet care brand has reinforced its mission to eliminate rabies, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for pets, pet parents and everyone in the community. As part of its community drive, Zigly will provide free anti rabies vaccination across its pet care centres, pan-India on September 28 for all pets. This initiative is in line with the World Health Organisation's (WHO) World Rabies Day theme - 'Act now: You, Me, Community', which aptly describes Zigly's mission in rebuilding and strengthening rabies control progra ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Dog lovers in Hyderabad rejoiced on Friday after the Supreme Court modified its earlier directive on street dogs, ordering that strays be released from shelters following vaccination, deworming and sterilisation. A key feature of the order is the establishment of designated feeding spaces, with feeding on the streets prohibited and action mandated against those who defy the rule. While dog owners, veterinary doctors and animal welfare officials welcomed the order, they cautioned that feeding spaces must be properly maintained. "I appreciate the court's orders, particularly since de ...Read More >
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh): Marking the Cooperatives Year, a two-day national seminar will be inaugurated on Friday at the Swarn Jayanti Auditorium of Vikram University. Farmers from five major states: Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Goa are set to participate in the seminar, 'Dairy Development in Madhya Pradesh: Possibilities and Challenges', under the joint aegis of the Indian Dairy Association (DA) West Zone, and Vikram University (VU). Researchers, students, milk producers from across the country, where over two lakh cooperative societies function, along with experts ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Local bodies in Kerala will no longer need to wait for individual government orders to carry out the euthanasia of stray dogs suffering from rabies or other serious illnesses. The move follows the Union Government's notification of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Rules, 2023, which permits mercy killing under such circumstances. Responsibility for managing stray dog populations lies with local self-governments, as outlined in the Panchayati Raj and Municipal Acts. They can now act directly on these provisions, provided they follow World Health Organisation (WHO) ...Read More >
New Delhi: A study conducted by the AIIMS-Delhi in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has claimed that there was no link between COVID-19 vaccination and sudden heart attacks among young individuals. A panel of doctors at a press conference in AIIMS said that the ongoing study has so far examined 300 cases of sudden death, particularly among people under the age of 40. Though all of them had received COVID-19 vaccine doses, preliminary findings suggest other health and lifestyle-related causes were more prominent reasons behind the attack. Dr S Narang, a cardiol ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) A study conducted by the AIIMS-Delhi in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has claimed that there was no link between COVID-19 vaccination and sudden cardiac arrests among young individuals. A panel of doctors at a press conference in AIIMS said that the ongoing study has so far examined 300 cases of sudden death, particularly among people under the age of 40. Though all of them had received COVID-19 vaccine doses, preliminary findings suggest other health and lifestyle-related causes were more prominent reasons behind the attack. Also Rea ...Read More >
Rourkela: In its effort to bring innovations from the lab to the real world, the National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) spun off the startup Miraqules MedSolutions Pvt. Ltd. On Tuesday, the startup received regulatory approval for commercial manufacturing and clinical deployment of its patented technology -- a rapid nano-biopolymer hemostat designed to transform emergency hemorrhage control. As India faces significant challenges in trauma care, a major proportion of road accident fatalities occur due to delays in controlling patients' bleeding. Many of these incidents take p ...Read More >
India is home to over 537 million livestock and 125+ million companion animals, making it one of the largest and most diverse animal populations in the world. In a landmark step for veterinary healthcare, the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has released the country's first-ever "Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Blood Transfusion and Blood Banks for Animals in India." The release fills a long-sta ...Read More >
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: KP Group, a leading name in India's renewable energy sector, is stepping up its expansion with a clear goal of reaching 10 GW capacity by 2030. With projects already underway in Gujarat, the Group is working on projects in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, supported by a strong order book and government partnerships. KP Group has signed memoranda of understanding with Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for over 2.6 GW of renewable projects, while exploring new opportunities in other states. The Group has already e ...Read More >
Chennai: In a major push to tackle rabies and track dog ownership, the Greater Chennai Corporation has microchipped over 12,255 dogs, both domestic and stray, with QR code collars and embedded chips containing complete identification and vaccination details. Addressing the Corporation Council meeting on Monday, commissioner J. Kumaragurubaran said the initiative helps identify dog owners, especially in cases where foster dogs are abandoned. "The chip includes breed, owner's name, unique ID, and rabies vaccination status. Scanning it instantly reveals the dog's background," he said. Domestic ...Read More >
Jammu: Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) has declared Pooja holidays for all government and recognised private schools across Jammu Division from October 19 to October 23, 2025. According to an order issued by the Director School Education Jammu (DSEJ) said It is hereby ordered that all the Government Educational institutions and also recognized Private School (s) upto Higher Secondary levels (Summer /Winter Zones) of Jammu Division shall observe Pooja Holidays w.e.f 19-10-2025 to 23-10-2025. ...Read More >
Chandigarh: After two years of deliberations, the Chandigarh municipal corporation (MCC) has officially notified and implemented the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh Pet and Community Dogs Bylaws, 2023. The new rules, which came into effect on Thursday, aim to regulate pet ownership, community dog care, and public safety.The bylaws were approved by Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria on Wednesday after consultations with senior officials. The MC issued the notification the sa ...Read More >
The car had a Maharashtra number plate. Luggage was tied to the roof of the vehicle, which made officials believe that a family had come from Maharashtra to visit Agra. A shocking and heartbreaking incident has come to light from the Taj Mahal complex in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. An elderly man was found unconscious and tied inside a locked car parked near the western gate. The incident has raised serious questions about human sensitivity and responsibility. According to Aaj Tak, the man had been locked inside the car for several hours. The extreme heat and humidity had made his condition critic ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Singer Rishabh Tandon, known for crooning numbers such as Yeh Ashiqui and Phir Se Wahi Zindagi, reportedly passed away aged 32 in New Delhi after suffering a heart attack. As per reports, the singer-actor was in the National Capital to celebrate Diwali with his family. A former team member confirmed the demise and that his family members are in shock, stated a report. The singer, who resided in the Lokhandwala Complex in the Andheri West area of Mumbai, is survived by his Russian wife, Olesya Nedobegova. Tandon was an ardent animal lover and was a pet-parent t ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi launched a scathing attack on the Gandhi family on Saturday, accusing them of shielding each other in corruption cases and questioning the constitutional propriety of Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi's recent tweet defending his brother-in-law Robert Vadra. Speaking to the media in New Delhi, Trivedi took a sharp dig at LoP Gandhi, saying, "He stood in support of his 'hardworking farmer' brother-in-law Robert Vadra (in a sarcastic tone), after the Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet aga ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 14: The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and AMPIN Energy Transition, in collaboration with Deloitte & Sumitomo Corporation, successfully concluded its pivotal seminar titled Renewable Energy Transition for Commercial and Industrial Consumers in the Southern Region at Hotel Taj MG Road. The event brought together a diverse group of industry leaders, policymakers, and C&I consumers who discussed the roadmap to achieve 100 RE for Corporates & Industrial consumers in South India. Delivering the inaugural address, Shri Gaurav Gup ...Read More >
The official story is that there is a system in place that takes care of pets when their owners die, are imprisoned or enter long-term care. But animal activists tell a different story. Karl Azzopardi reports We love our pets, and it's a sad day when they leave us. But what happens to our furry companions when we die and no one is around to take care of them? For those who do not have relatives willing to adopt the orphaned pets, the answer is nebulous at best. The Animal Rights Ministry insis ...Read More >
Mumbai: Since the announcement of the launch of 'India's first pure Jain dog biscuit' on Monday, Fredun Medhora, 39, Managing Director of Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited (FPL), said his phone has been ringing every three to four minutes with calls for pre-orders. While the first batch of 'Snacky Jain' is expected to hit stores next month, Medhora said that 12 tonnes of the product have been sold in pre-orders on WhatsApp. In a city that has popularised Jain remakes of everything from pav bhaji to pizza, Snacky Jain comes as a gateway for Jains wondering what to feed their canines, said Medhora ...Read More >
Srinagar: On a June afternoon, Mehwish sat anxiously in the waiting area of the Central Veterinary Hospital, clutching her ailing cat. Her pet has been battling a viral infection for days, and the worry on her face was unmistakable. "I've raised cats for five years," she says. "Seeing my cat suffer is unbearable. I just want her to get better." Beside her, Iram waited with similar concern. One of her cats was struggling to give birth, and the young woman's distress was evident. "I have five cats. They've become such a big part of my life that I feel lonely without them. My family were hesitan ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: EC on Thursday revised the rules relating to counting of postal ballots, making it mandatory for all postal ballot papers to be counted before the penultimate round of EVM/VVPATs counting is taken up.The new practice will be first implemented in Bihar where assembly polls are due in Nov.This restores the arrangement prior to May 2019, when EC had changed the guidelines to allow EVM counting to proceed regardless of postal ballot counting stage. The 2019 change did not rule out chances of EVM counting being completed before postal ballot counting. INDIA bloc had, during the 2024 elec ...Read More >
Chandigarh [India], October 30 (ANI): The Chandigarh Administration has officially notified the new Pet and Community Dog Bylaws, introducing strict rules for pet owners and community dog management in the city. Under the new regulations, registration of every pet dog with the Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh, has been made mandatory. A registration fee of Rs 500 per dog will be charged, with a renewal fee of Rs 50 every five years. The bylaws also mandate that every registered dog must wear a metal token and collar at all times. Any unregistered dog may be impounded by the Corporation. Als ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) A study conducted by the AIIMS-Delhi in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has claimed that there was no link between COVID-19 vaccination and sudden cardiac arrests among young individuals. A panel of doctors at a press conference in AIIMS said that the ongoing study has so far examined 300 cases of sudden death, particularly among people under the age of 40. Though all of them had received COVID-19 vaccine doses, preliminary findings suggest other health and lifestyle-related causes were more prominent reasons behind the attack. Dr S Nar ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], September 30 (ANI): The Shimla Citizens' Forum on Monday staged a protest outside the office of the Shimla Deputy Commisioner, highlighting the increasing threat posed by stray dogs and monkeys in the city, particularly to children. Addressing the media, Jagmohan Thakur, President of the Shimla Citizens' Forum, said the protest was part of a continuing effort to ensure immediate action from municipal authorities. Also Read | Zubeen Garg Ambulance Video Moments Before His Mysterious Death Shows Singer Being Administered CPR; Wife Garima Saikia Garg Demands J ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Pet cats are finally getting the startup attention dogs have long enjoyed. A clutch of new companies is betting on premium, preservative-free meals for cats -- complete with meat and superfoods like beetroot powder. Unlike dogs, cats have distinct nutritional needs. They require a higher share of protein and animal-based nutrients, opening the door for startups catering to their particular palates. Gurugram-based Smylo, which packages preservative-free meat for cats, has crossed ₹2 crore in sales since it was launched in November last year. The startup, which also sells ready-to-s ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Garbage was dumped outside around 200 houses in Karnataka's Bengaluru, on Thursday, as authorities from the Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) deposited waste outside the homes of offenders. The BSWML described the action as "Kasa Surisuva Habba", which translates to "garbage-dumping festival", carried out as part of a wider public awareness drive. Reportedly, marshals stationed across all 198 wards have been tasked with identifying and video-recording offenders as evidence. Once traced, garbage found at black spots will be dumped outside their respective houses to drive home ...Read More >
THANE: Forest Department teams from the Badlapur Forest Division have been carrying out an intensive search operation for the past week to trap two leopards spotted near residential areas in and around Badlapur, triggering fear among residents. The presence of the big cats came to light after CCTV footage showed them attacking dogs, goats and chickens in the vicinity. Following repeated incidents involving pets and livestock, the Forest Department has advised residents to avoid venturing into village outskirts and forested areas after dark. A Forest Department vehicle has also been deployed t ...Read More >
New regulations for pet passports affecting dogs, cats, and ferrets traveling from Great Britain to Northern Ireland have sparked strong criticism in Westminster. The introduction of pet passport requirements for dogs, cats, and ferrets traveling between different parts of the UK has been labeled an "outrage" in Westminster. The criticism emerged during a debate in the House of Lords, where members discussed new regulations that would mandate pet owners in Great Britain to obtain proper documentation when traveling to Northern Ireland. Critics argue that the new pet passport requirement unde ...Read More >