The Bombay High Court has permitted the safe capture and temporary translocation of wild elephant Omkar to Gujarat’s Vantara facility. The court said the move is necessary for public safety and Omkar’s welfare, directing that care be taken so the elephant is not harmed.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered West Bengal to halt illegal elephant transportation and retrieve three mistreated elephants from Bihar, highlighting violations of animal cruelty laws. The ruling, stemming from a 2018 public interest litigation, emphasizes the urgent need for protection and humane treatment of elephants in the region.
The Supreme Court Today (Dec 11) formed a committee to address the issue of regulated car access for devotees visiting the Pandupol Hanuman temple located within Rajasthan’s Sariska Tiger Reserve. “While protecting tiger reserve, sentiments of temple devotees should also be given due consideration. “: Apex Court
