Animal Welfare

Ananat Ambani’s animal welfare organisation ‘Vantara’ has extended its support with an aim to rescue the animals which are being culled by Namibian authorities. As per reports, Namibia has started to cull hundreds of its most majestic wild animals, including dozens of elephants and hippopotamuses, to provide meat for its 1.4 million people. This comes...

World Elephant Day is observed on 12th of August every year. The day was established in 2012, with an aim to create awareness on the plight of Asian and African elephants. India has the largest number of wild Asian Elephants, estimated at 29,964 according to 2017 census by Project Elephant, i.e. about 60% of the...

As the world celebrates International Tiger Day on the 29th of July 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted how indigenous communities residing in areas closer to forests contribute to Tiger Conservation in India. While addressing the nation in his radio programme “Mann Ki Baat” on Sunday, the Prime Minister highlighted the role played by...

The Animal Care Organization (TACO), a flagship animal welfare initiative under the Anil Agarwal Foundation, dedicated a corpus of INR 100 crores today towards bolstering animal welfare in Haryana through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the state government. The MoU was signed in the presence of Shri Nayab Singh, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Haryana....

From Goshalas to adopting strays, India has a sensitive population that does care for animals. However, in spite of various efforts, today there are over 35 million stray dogs and 5 million stray cattle, indicating that there is a lot more that could be done in this space. The stories of human-animal conflict, that...

Are you a dog parent? Planning to go on a vacation with your pet somewhere within India? Trains are the best option in that case! Indian Railways has a provision for transportation of animals such as elephants, horses, mules, sheep, goats, dogs and other animals and birds. When it comes to transportation of pet...

March 20th marks World Sparrow Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the declining population of sparrows worldwide. Once a common sight in urban and rural areas alike, sparrows are now becoming increasingly rare, sparking concerns among environmentalists and bird enthusiasts. Sparrows, known for their small size, brownish-grey plumage, and cheerful chirping, have long...

APL Apollo Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of APL Apollo Group, has launched its community-focused Project Karuna in Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. The initiative aims to administer anti-rabies vaccines (ARV) to approximately 1200 street dogs in the region. It was flagged off by officials from the Noida Authority including Mr. S....

In the day and age where children can name more celebrities and series over fruits and trees, it is not just a necessity but an imperative for us to educate ourselves about the environment and its functionality. So today we pick wetlands, not just because today, 2nd February is observed as World Wetlands Day...

India celebrates National Startup Day to recognise the contributions of startup community in Indian economy. Deepinder Goyal Founder & CEO of Zomato once aptly said, “Everybody has to contribute towards building and sustaining a strong culture” and that is exactly what India is doing right now. Started in the year 2022 by the Government of...

Exploring the actress's visionary support for startups, diverse ventures and impactful investments. Deepika Padukone, an icon in the world of entertainment, both nationally and internationally, embodies versatility as an actress, a trailblazing producer, and a visionary entrepreneur. Her journey in the Indian film industry spans blockbuster hits like "Padmaavat," where her portrayal of Queen Padmavati...

In a country as diverse and culturally rich as India, the celebration of National Bird Day holds a special significance. Commemorated to raise awareness about the conservation of avian species and their habitats, this day serves as a reminder of the vital role birds play in maintaining ecological balance. India's expansive landscapes offer a...