Tag: animals
Karnataka Government Bats For Buffalo Race 'Kambala'
The Karnataka government is in favour of reviving the traditional wetland buffaloes race "Kambala" even by amending the law following a popular demand for it in the state's coastal areas, said an official on Friday.....
Animal Menace In Jharkhand As Snakes, Dogs On Prowl
The menace of animal bites is taking a heavy toll in Jharkhand with over a thousand people having died due to snake bites and more than 41,000 having been bitten by dogs, the state health department here said. ....
Not Good To Use Live Animals To Perform In Films, Says Activist
Given the scope of creativity that animation and special effects provide, animals must not be used for entertainment in films, says Lynn de Souza, who is closely involved with animal welfare.....
Taiwan Bans Eating Dog, Cat Meat
Taiwan has banned the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and increased the penalty for cruelty to animals, according to island's official Central News Agency (CNA).....
Trumps Welcome 20,000 Kids To White House Easter Celebration
US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania on Monday welcomed more than 20,000 children and parents to the White House to hunt for Easter eggs and participate in egg-rolling races, a tradition that dates back to 1878. ....
Delhi Man Held For Attacking Men Transporting Buffaloes
A 32-year-old man was arrested on Monday on charges of assaulting three persons transporting buffaloes in south Delhi, Delhi Police said.....
Rare One Horned Rhino Killed By Poachers In Nepal
At least 25 endangered one-horned rhinos died in Nepal’s largest habitat of the pachyderms during the 2016-17 fiscal.....
Social Media Abuzz Over Cats Wearing Masks In China
"Cat in China wearing masks for protection against the coronavirus," posted a user on Twitter.....
Low Levels Of COVID-19 Found In Hong Kong Patient's Pet Dog
Low levels of the cornavirus was detected in a Hong Kong patient's pet dog, authorities said on Friday, adding that further tests are needed to understand the situation. ....
Humans Can Transmit Covid-19 Virus To Wildlife: Study
In a major study, researchers have found that there's considerable risk that humans transmit SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, to wildlife. ....
