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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
33 illegal pigeon racing events, kabutarbaazi stopped across Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh
Mohali: In a major crackdown on illegal animal sport, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India has successfully intervened to halt 33 unlawful pigeon racing or 'kabutarbaazi' events across 20 districts in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh over the past two months. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Three such events were stopped in Mohali villages, one in Raipur Khurd (Chandigarh), and 28 across Punjab, including Fatehgarh Sahib, Ludhiana, and Sangrur, where the most recent raids were conducted this week. The operations were carried out in coordination with senior police officials in all three jurisdictions. PETA India had filed complaints citing the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960, and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, both of which prohibit activities that inflict unnecessary suffering on animals. They also referenced a 2020 advisory from the Animal Welfare Board of India that declared such races illegal, equating them to animal fights under the law. "Pigeons feel pain and fear just like humans. Using them in races is not only cruel but also unlawful," said Meet Ashar, PETA India's Legal Advisor and Director of Cruelty Response. He praised Punjab ADGP (Traffic) Amardeep Singh Rai and the Chandigarh and Haryana Police for their prompt action and urged continued vigilance to prevent further such events. PETA also highlighted the harsh conditions the birds endure — often caged in filthy spaces, force-fed drugs like opium, and made to fly until exhaustion. Betting, a criminal offence under the Public Gambling Act of 1867, is often associated with these races. PETA has urged citizens to report any upcoming pigeon races or similar events to local authorities and support enforcement efforts by providing evidence such as videos, posters, or social media links.
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India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Jackie Shroff, Dia Mirza To Allu Arjun: 10 Celebrities Climate Warriors Who Are Making Big Changes
photoDetails english Updated:Jun 05, 2025, 09:29 PM IST Randeep Hooda - Lin Laishram 1 / 10 Randeep Hooda is also a vocal supporter of environmental protection, took a meaningful step towards forest conservation by planting trees with the local villagers next to the renowned Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh. The duo planted over 500 trees near Kanha National Park. Raghav Juyal 2 / 10 Raghav is not just a dancer and actor he's also someone who loves the mountains, rivers, and forests. He makes the best use of his social media by advocating about the environment and ways in which we can protect it Dia Mirza 3 / 10 As the UNEP Goodwill Ambassador, Dia has long been a passionate advocate for biodiversity, waste reduction, and environmental protection. Her consistent work in the space makes her a true climate leader. Ajay Devgn 4 / 10 Ajay believes in integrating sustainability into his work. A notable effort includes investing in environmentally responsible film production practices a small step with a big impact. Jackie Shroff 5 / 10 The actor is a vocal supporter of urban afforestation and is often seen planting trees around his residence. He even gifts plants to people wherever he goes truly walking the talk. Bhumi Pednekar 6 / 10 Through her digital initiative Climate Warrior, Bhumi has been driving conversations around sustainability and climate action in a way that is accessible and empowering. She continues to inspire young India to take action. Varun Dhawan 7 / 10 Varun is someone who quietly does his bit. He has planted trees on movie sets, talks about climate change, and supports green causes. He often encourages his fans to think about the planet and take small steps to help. Shilpa Shetty 8 / 10 Shilpa believes in healthy living not just for people but also for the Earth. She composts at home, supports green festivals, and always shares tips on natural living. For her, being eco-friendly is part of daily life. Allu Arjun 9 / 10 Pushpa Star Allu Arjun is a green warrior who consistently spreads awareness about the importance of a clean and green environment. One of his most significant contributions to environmental conservation is the adoption of a village, where he actively promotes eco-friendly practices and green living. Anushka Sharma 10 / 10 Anushka Sharma has consistently championed veganism and a sustainable lifestyle. A vocal advocate of plant-based diets, she has also campaigned for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India. From sustainable fashion choices to eco-conscious living, she uses her platform to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues. (All Images: Instagram)
Newsweek
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Woman Hears Noise From Under Car, Shock at What She Finds
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A video of a tiny kitten crying under a car has gone viral on TikTok, racking up over 1 million views. The footage, captioned: "The cat distribution system did not disappoint!" shows a 1.7-pound white and tabby kitten meowing near the car and running under it when the woman gets closer. According to the text overlaid, user @shouldvebeenkiki had been waiting for this moment. She wrote: "it finally happened," referring to the "cat distribution system"—an online concept that describes how people often come to find or acquire cats, typically feeling that the cats "show up" at just the right time. At the end of the video, the kitten starts to get closer, and a voice from behind the camera can be heard asking the rescuer, "has she got a home?" to which she responds, "she's about too." Now, almost one week on, the cat—named Baby, who happens to be a boy—has settled into his new home. His proud owner has documented and shared their journey online, showing Baby tucking into his meals, playing, and snoozing. With more than 82,400 posts on TikTok using the hashtag #catdistributionsystem, one might assume that the stray cat problem in America is improving. But People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) points to ongoing concerns: 1. Lack of Spaying and Neutering Unsterilized cats reproduce rapidly—one female and her offspring can produce up to 370,000 kittens in just seven years. Spaying and neutering is essential to control the population. 2. Breeding and Purebred Demand The desire for purebred cats like Siamese or sphynx contributes to the crisis. Every kitten bred for profit means one less home for a shelter cat. 3. Abandonment and Free-Roaming Cats Most feral cats descend from those abandoned outdoors. Few survive long, often facing hunger, disease, and harsh conditions. While indoor cats can live 12–20 years, those on the streets rarely make it past five. TikTok Reacts A stock image of a kitten under a car. A stock image of a kitten under a car. Mourad Saadi / 500px/500Px Unreleased Plus So far, the May 28 clip has 364,600 likes and almost 2,000 comments. One user joked: "All sweet and innocent until you get them home and they take over your house and think they're the boss." "Guys I've never seen a person adopting or buying a cat. Is this really how people become cat owners?" asked another. A third commenter shared: "I went years without the Cat distribution system giving me any kittens, to several at one time." A fourth said: "The cat distribution system has been finding me for years and it breaks my heart when I find them homes and they have to leave me, but also fills my heart with happiness that they won't have to live outside." Newsweek reached out to @shouldvebeenkiki for comment via email. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
NDTV
30-05-2025
- Health
- NDTV
PETA Demands Renaming World Milk Day To 'Bovine Mammary Secretion Day'
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has written a letter to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), demanding that the United Nations (UN) agency rename World Milk Day, celebrated on June 1, to 'World Bovine Mammary Secretion Day'. The animal rights group said it wanted the agency in charge of the "awareness day" to stop hiding what cow's milk really is and rebrand with a more 'transparent' title. "As World Milk Day aims, in part, to "spread the word about dairy," we'd like to propose a re-brand which would help you do just this by making clear what the white stuff from a cow really is: change the name of the awareness day to World Bovine Mammary Secretion Day," read the letter by PETA's Vice President of Programmed, Elisa Allen. "This rebrand reflects the fact that cows don't make milk because they're cows, but because they are mothers. What you call a "global food" is really a food intended for baby cows and bulls only." PETA argued that the production of milk led to cruelty against the calves, who were separated from their mothers "Cows' secretions aren't meant for humans any more than those of dogs or cockroaches are, but, thanks to human demand for their mothers' mammary secretions, calves are denied nutrients and the maternal bond forged when a mother feeds her infant." The non-profit group said the cows are "repeatedly milked" with as many as 60 per cent of them developing painful udder infection mastitis. "This infection, coupled with the fact that cows on factory farms often live coated with faeces, explains why a litre of milk can have up to 400,000,000 somatic (pus) cells." The group added that the dairy industry released massive amounts of greenhouse gases, which led to environmental degradation. This is not the first instance when PETA has come up with rather odd name ideas. Earlier this year, PETA argued that the definition of 'rat' should be changed in the Cambridge Dictionary. It claimed that the present entry perpetuated harmful stereotypes about the small, furry mammal. 'The derogatory association fuels false perceptions about rats and promotes speciesism – the human held belief that other animals are inferior.'
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
PETA offers up to $5,000 for tips leading to dog killer
The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the people responsible for the gunning down of the dog found in Donaldson on May 25. 'This dog endured the agony of being shot over and over and the terror of being abandoned in the woods to bleed out, and whoever attacked him is still at large,' said PETA Senior Director of Media Relations Heather Carlson in a statement. 'Nothing can undo this dog's suffering, but at least the person who caused it can be brought to justice — and PETA is urging anyone with information to come forward immediately before they hurt someone else,' she said. While on a walking trail in a secluded wooded area off Fountain Road Sunday, a family found a recently killed dog, described as a healthy adult black Labrador retriever mix around seven years old, authorities said. The intact male dog, wearing a rusted chain-type collar, was found around 1:30 p.m., police said. It appeared the dog had been shot at least seven times, said Becky Worth, shelter manager for Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA, who went to the scene. Bullet casings, which are believed to be from a .45 caliber weapon, were found at the scene. Other than the rusty collar he had no other identifying items, Worth said. He was not microchipped. Worth said she and Shannon Shuttlesworth, vice president of the board of directors of Ruth Steinert, walked about 1/4 a mile down a path to find the dog after a family made the gruesome discovery. The lab mix was found in the leaves, still bleeding from his wounds, Worth said. 'It looks like they shot him in the legs and went down his body,' she said of the multiple bullet wounds. The dog's fur was clean, his nails trimmed and teeth in good condition. Locally, multiple pledges totaling $1,000 in reward money for information leading to an arrest in the case have been posted on a concerned resident's Facebook page. Worth said Thursday she was unaware of the reward from PETA. 'I think that's pretty amazing,' she said.. A trooper said Thursday that state police is aware of the reward offered by PETA, and the case is now under the jurisdiction of the crime unit. Those with information about this dog or the injuries it sustained are urged to call the state police at 570-754-4600, or Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA at 570-345-3540.
