Veteran actor Sharmila Tagore has criticised the Supreme Court’s order to relocate stray dogs from Delhi-NCR, calling it “a door closing on the voiceless and defenceless.” In a video shared by NCP spokesperson Anish Gawande, she urged for a “nuanced and calibrated approach” addressing systemic flaws behind the so-called menace. The August 11 ruling mandates relocating strays to 5,000-capacity shelters within 6-8 weeks, with vaccination, sterilisation, and CCTV monitoring. Following public backlash, Chief Justice BR Gavai agreed to review the decision. Celebrities including John Abraham, Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Raveena Tandon, and Randeep Hooda have also voiced strong opposition. (PC: NDTV)

The Supreme Court will hear on Thursday a challenge to its earlier order directing the relocation of all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelters within eight weeks. Chief Justice BR Gavai referred the matter to a three-judge bench after concerns were raised about conflicting rulings and the feasibility of such mass relocation. The original order, aimed at curbing dog bite incidents, bypassed the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023, which mandate sterilised and vaccinated dogs be returned to their locality. Activists, including Maneka Gandhi, warned of logistical, financial, and ecological challenges, urging adherence to existing compassionate, law-based animal management protocols. (PC: NDTV)

Mumbai businessman Deepak Kothari has filed a case against actor Shilpa Shetty, her husband Raj Kundra, and another individual, alleging they defrauded him of over ₹60 crore through their now-defunct firm, Best Deal TV Pvt. Ltd. Kothari claims he was persuaded in 2015 to invest ₹60.48 crore as share capital, assured of monthly returns and principal repayment. However, funds were allegedly misused for personal benefit, and attempts to recover the amount failed. The case has been transferred to the Economic Offences Wing as it exceeds ₹10 crore. This adds to the couple’s legal troubles, including prior gold scheme fraud allegations. (PC: India Today)

In Jharkhand’s Giridih district, the family of 38-year-old migrant worker Sitaram Yadav performed last rites with a bamboo-and-straw effigy after failing to bring his body from Agra. Yadav, found dead in a train coach at Agra Fort station, reportedly died of lung disease. Police said they had offered to arrange return travel for a family member to identify the body, but initial denial delayed the process. By the time identification was confirmed through a tattoo, the body was cremated in Agra. Following local custom, the family used an effigy and plans to immerse ashes in the Ganga after mourning rituals. (PC: The Indian Express)

The Supreme Court will hear the Delhi stray dogs case with a larger three-judge bench on August 14, following intense backlash over its earlier order to remove all strays from Delhi-NCR within eight weeks. The August 11 ruling, citing rabies and dog bite concerns, directed authorities to round up 5,000 dogs initially and prohibited their release. Politicians, including Rahul Gandhi and Maneka Gandhi, condemned the move as “cruel” and called for sterilisation, vaccination, and community care instead. Protests erupted near India Gate, with several detained. PETA India termed the order “impractical, illogical, and illegal,” demanding humane, science-based solutions. (PC: HT)

Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Wednesday responded to an urgent mention regarding the Supreme Court’s August 11 order to remove all stray dogs from Delhi-NCR streets. A lawyer cited an earlier judgment prohibiting indiscriminate killing of canines, stressing compassion for all living beings. CJI Gavai said he would “look into” the matter but refused to list it for hearing. The August 11 bench, citing rising rabies cases, directed creation of shelters for 5,000 dogs within 6-8 weeks, warning of contempt against obstruction. The earlier 2024 plea had sought regular sterilisation and immunisation of strays, which authorities allegedly failed to implement. (PC: News18)

Karnataka JDS MLC SL Bhojegowda triggered outrage after declaring in the legislative council, “To address the stray dog menace, 2,800 dogs were killed and buried in coconut gardens and coffee estates.” He claimed the dogs were fed poisoned meat, arguing the issue “affects children from poor families” who walk to school, while “children of judges, ministers and legislators” remain unaffected. His comments came days after the Supreme Court ordered Delhi-NCR authorities to round up all stray dogs within eight weeks. Bhojegowda also cited attacks in Bengaluru’s Cubbon Park. Animal rights groups have condemned the statement and demanded immediate legal action. (PC: HT)

India’s Supreme Court has ordered the removal and relocation of all stray dogs from Delhi-NCR into shelters within eight weeks, citing public safety concerns amid rising rabies and bite cases . The decision has sparked widespread backlash from celebrities, animal rights groups, and legal experts. Leading the charge, John Abraham sent a heartfelt letter to Chief Justice B.R. Gavai, calling the directive "impractical and inhumane," and advocating for the humane and scientifically backed Animal Birth Control (ABC) method—sterilisation, vaccination, and return—as per prevailing legal norms .

A heated clash broke out outside the Supreme Court on August 11 after its order to relocate stray dogs from Delhi-NCR to shelters. Viral video footage shows a lawyer slapping a dog lover twice before bystanders intervened. The altercation occurred on the same day the court directed civic bodies to move strays to CCTV-equipped shelters with sterilisation and vaccination facilities. Justice JB Pardiwala emphasised public interest, urging swift action. The order, prompted by rising dog bite and rabies cases, drew strong criticism from animal rights activist Maneka Gandhi, who called it “impractical” and “financially unviable.” Chief Justice BR Gavai has assured a review.

India’s Supreme Court has directed the removal of all stray dogs from Delhi-NCR—from Delhi, Gurugram, Noida to Ghaziabad—within eight weeks, mandating their permanent relocation to shelters with no return allowed . PETA India promptly denounced the ruling as “inhumane,” “illogical,” “illegal,” and fraught with chaos, citing its conflict with the 2023 Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules that require sterilization and return of street dogs . Meanwhile, protests erupted at India Gate, with activists detained amid fierce debate, and voices including Rahul Gandhi, animal welfare advocates, and editorial boards opposing the directive as cruel and counterproductive. (PC: AP)