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Mumbai, April 1: Santander UK has issued an urgent warning regarding pet scams to prospective pet owners following a dramatic rise in fraudulent listings on social media and online marketplaces selling pets. New data from the bank's "Scamtracker" reveals that nearly Euro 160,000 was stolen from customers between January and March 2026 alone. This represents a five-fold increase compared to the Euro 29,735 reported lost in the final quarter of 2025, signalling a sophisticated new wave of authoris ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Right4Paws, a premium pet nutrition brand owned by Coimbatore-based Pet Prakalp India Pvt Ltd, has announced the successful closure of its Series A funding round in which it has raised Rs 14 crore from a group of high net-worth individuals. Three Pins Capital Ltd, UAE, acted as advisor to the transaction. The capital raised will be used to expand manufacturing infrastructure, scale production capacity and strengthen internal capabilities. Pet Prakalp operates as the research, innovat ...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 v ...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 s ...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 ...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 ...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 survi ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 19: A heroic act of a firefighter from the Delhi fire-fighting department is being widely praised on social media. The firefighter won the hearts of people on the internet after he put his life in danger to save a dog from the massive blaze which erupted at the Brahmaputra Apartments in Delhi on Saturday. A video of the heroic rescue and the emotional reunification of the dog with its owner has gone viral on social media. Heroic Act Amidst the raging flames and chaos, the fi ...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 t ...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 ...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 t ...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 ...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, Com ...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-st ...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 ...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- ...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. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 29 (PTI) The Congress on Sunday attacked the Centre and Rajasthan governments over the reported plan to redraw the boundaries of the Sariska Tiger Reserve for the reactivation of over 50 mining operations, saying the move would be "ecologically devastating". The opposition party also said that with the Rajasthan and Union environment ministers both being from Alwar, this "double engine" cannot be supporting such a move. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) A team of Australian researchers has developed and implantable electronic device has restored movement following spinal cord injury in an animal study, raising hopes for an effective treatment for humans and even their pets. Spinal cord injuries are currently incurable with devastating effects on people's lives, but now a trial at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland offers hope for an effective treatment. "Unlike a cut on the skin, which typically he ...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 cat ...Read More >
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 y ...Read More >
The firefighters did not anticipate the dog's survival when they reached the spot. People who live in high-rise buildings in cities are most afraid that a kid could fall if he is standing there. The same fear goes for pets too. They could lose their lives if they are even slightly negligent. According to a report, a pet Pomeranian dog in Colombia fell from the ninth floor of a twelve-storied condominium. Following this incident, the dog's owner was in disbelief. What she observed after going do ...Read More >
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