Tag: PETA
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PETA India’s EV chariot design to replace elephants at Amer Fort
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, soon after the recommendations, collaborated with leading design company Desmania Design to create a modern electric vehicle.
January 29, 2021 -
PETA urges Modi to shut slaughterhouses, meat shops on Gandhi Jayanti
PETA India said eating animal-based foods wreaks havoc on human health which stands in direct contrast to the purpose of the Central government's 'Eat Right India' and 'Fit India Movement' initiatives.
September 28, 2020 -
PETA writes to UP government, seeks ban on online trade of pet animals
It also urged the government to keep pet shops and dog breeders, not duly registered with the state animal welfare boards, closed.
June 12, 2020 -
Let’s treat animals with love, bring an end to cowardly acts: Virat Kohli
The brutal incident of animal abuse took place in Kerala's Palakkad district, which resulted in the death of the elephant while standing in the river.
June 3, 2020 -
Sunil Chhetri named PETA India’s Hottest Vegetarians of 2019
PETA India selected the winners based on several factors, including vote count.
December 17, 2019 -
PETA awards Dino Morea, Ketan Kadam for e-carriage initiative
In June 2015, the Bombay High Court ruled that using horse-drawn carriages, or Victorias, in Mumbai for so-called "joyrides" is "completely illegal".
December 10, 2019 -
Virat Kohli named PETA India’s 2019 Person of the Year
Past recipients of the award include Shashi Tharoor, former Supreme Court Justice KS Panicker Radhakrishnan and actors Anushka Sharma, Sunny Leone, Sonam Kapoor, Kapil Sharma, Hema Malini, R. Madhavan, and Jacqueline Fernandez.
November 20, 2019 -
PETA not taking legal action in US against bullriding sport similar to Jallikattu
People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), which petitioned the Indian Supreme Court to stop Jallikattu, is not taking similar legal action against bullriding, a sport with similarities to the Tamil event.
January 5, 2019 -
PETA India slams Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas for using animals at their wedding
Priyanka, who is a vocal asthmatic, was lambasted for hypocrisy after the sky was lit up with spectacular fireworks post the first nuptials.
December 4, 2018 -
Going vegetarian one of my best decisions: Anushka Sharma
Actress-producer Anushka Sharma, who turned vegetarian over three years ago, says it is one of the best decisions she has made. She stars in a new campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India that proclaims, “I Am Anushka Sharma, and I’m a Vegetarian”. “Going vegetarian was one of the best decisions …
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July 23, 2018 -
This actress is the face and voice of Save the Elephants campaign
(Richa Chadha) Richa Chadha is one of the most amazing actresses in the entertainment industry. She is not only a talented actress but also a wonderful human being. She has always been vocal about her opinions on social issues and has never backed down from standing for important causes. She was recently approached by PETA …
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July 18, 2018 -
Monkey Naruto loses legal battle for selfie copyright
Monkey Naruto does not own the copyright to his selfie that he clicked on a wildlife photographer’s camera, ruled a three-judge panel of the US Court of Appeals on Monday. In the year 2011, the crested macaque monkey, Naruto, approached a camera set up by photographer David Slater and somehow pressed the button. He clicked …
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April 25, 2018 -
SC to hear PETA plea on Jallikkattu deaths
The increasing number of deaths of human and bulls during the Jallikkattu events in Tamil Nadu, which is nearing its end this season, has given strength to the animal lovers as the Supreme Court will hear the petition given by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) any day this month. One bull died …
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February 14, 2018 -
Sonakshi wants freedom for elephants used as rides in Jaipur
Actress Sonakshi Sinha has written a letter to Rajasthan Minister for Forest, Environment, Youth Affairs and Sports Gajendra Singh Khimsar to relocate an elephant to a rehabilitation facility for urgent care after reports of a violent beating. A group of American tourists witnessed eight men violently beating the elephant known as “Number 44” at Amber …
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February 6, 2018 -
Supreme Court to hear PETA plea prohibiting Kambala
The Supreme Court will hear on February 12 a plea by PETA seeking to prohibit the buffalo race — Kambala — that is held in Karnataka during festivities that coincide with the Pongal celebrations. A bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra, Justice A.M. Khanwilkar and Justice D.Y. Chandrachud on Tuesday agreed to hear the plea …
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February 6, 2018 -
PETA urges Rajinikanth fans to avoid goat sacrifice
Animal rights organisation People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) on Friday urged fans of megastar Rajinikanth to avoid sacrificing goats at the Alagarkoil temple here to celebrate the actor’s entry into politics. Rajinikanth’s fans will reportedly do a puja at the temple on Sunday. “The power you already hold can help make a …
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January 5, 2018 -
Anushka Sharma named PETA’s Person of the Year
Newly-wed actress Anushka Sharma has been named PETA’s Person of the Year by animal rights organisation People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Known for movies like “PK”, “Jab Tak Hai Jaan” and “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil”, Anushka is a vegetarian, has nabbed the title for helping to protect dogs from fireworks to advocating for …
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December 27, 2017