Dogs
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Why do we say 'it's raining cats and dogs'? The curious origins of a strange phrase
Books & Culture | Aug 11, 2026, 02:39 PM ISTWhy do we say "it's raining cats and dogs" when the rain is especially heavy? From Norse mythology and an old Greek expression to "catadupe" and a debunked thatched-roof theory, here are the stories behind one of English's most curious phrases.
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Kids recruit dogs as fielders for cricket match in the hills; wholesome video wins hearts
offbeat | Aug 07, 2026, 05:30 PM ISTA group of children playing cricket in the hills found some rather enthusiastic teammates in their dogs. From chasing the ball across rocky terrain to wicketkeeping and even taking a catch, the four-legged fielders have left the internet thoroughly entertained.
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Telangana villages kill 500 stray dogs in a week to fulfil Panchayat poll promises
Telangana | Jan 14, 2026, 05:36 PM ISTViscera samples have been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory to determine the exact cause of death and the type of poison used.
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Countries with the largest dog populations in the world; check where does India stand
World | Oct 28, 2025, 02:18 PM ISTWhile India has a substantial dog population, countries like the US, Brazil, and China have far more. From Japan’s pet-friendly culture to Russia’s “metro dogs,” the global love for dogs continues to grow.
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Noida Authority starts stray dogs survey with aim to improve sterilisation, vaccination efforts
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 02, 2025, 04:14 PM ISTNoida Authority has launched a survey and shelter plan to improve stray dog sterilisation, vaccination, and management for better public safety and animal welfare.
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Companionship to easing stress; know how having a dog can be beneficial for your health
Lifestyle | Apr 24, 2025, 10:47 PM ISTFrom offering unconditional love to encouraging daily exercise, dogs give you more than just company. They also bring a sense of calm, connection and emotional balance. Read on to know how a four-legged companion can boost your well-being and bring calm to your life.
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Delhi shocker: 36-year-old man arrested for allegedly 'raping' multiple female dogs in Shahdara
Delhi | Apr 12, 2025, 06:53 PM ISTDelhi shocker: The viral video was posted on social media by an animal activist, where the purported videos of the man being in custody and being beaten up by multiple people were shared.
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MP: As horrific videos of dogs with dead newborns go viral, state scampers for a solution
Madhya Pradesh | Mar 17, 2025, 11:15 PM ISTTwo videos in the last five days showing stray dogs with the bodies of newborn babies and their menacing presence in and around hospitals has become a topic of intense debate in Madhya Pradesh.
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Maharashtra: 3-day convention to be held in Thane housing societies concerning dog bites
Maharashtra | Dec 26, 2024, 04:58 PM ISTMaharashtra: The "Maha Adiveshan" will not only focus on pet-related issues, but also address a range of other pressing matters faced by the housing societies.
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'Wanted to show-off': Bengaluru man drives around with pet dogs on car roof, arrested
Karnataka | Dec 06, 2024, 01:39 PM ISTThe 38-year-old confessed that he went around the city with his dogs perched on his car as he wanted to 'show-off', he also said worked at a salon but was unemployed at present.
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Ratan Tata's 'paw-sitive' legacy: Know about industrialist's compassion for stray dogs at Taj Hotels
India | Oct 10, 2024, 01:46 PM ISTRatan Tata’s heartwarming legacy of compassion for stray dogs at Tata Group’s Bombay House and the Taj Mahal Hotel transformed these spaces into sanctuaries for stray animals, gaining global attention through viral moments of kindness.
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CCTV captures encounter between lions and village dogs in Gujarat's Amreli, video goes viral | WATCH
Trending | Aug 14, 2024, 04:24 PM ISTIntense standoff between two lions and two dogs in Gujarat's Amreli captured on CCTV. Watch the dramatic video of the brave dogs confronting the mighty big cats.
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Smell of stress from humans could affect dog's emotions, study finds
Health | Jul 23, 2024, 06:51 AM ISTStudies show that dogs pick up on human stress through scent, which leads to negative emotions and impacts their decisions. This research suggests stress can travel through the air, affecting dogs' well-being.
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Tamil Nadu bans 23 'ferocious' dog breeds including Pitbull terrier, Tosa Inu
Tamil Nadu | May 09, 2024, 08:43 PM ISTEarlier in March, a directive from the Animal Husbandry Ministry instructed states and Union Territories to refrain from granting licenses or permissions for activities involving breeds like Pitbull Terrier, Tosa Inu, among others identified as potentially hazardous.
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Govt bans sale of 23 ferocious dog breeds due to rising attacks: Check list
India | Mar 14, 2024, 12:12 AM ISTThe Centre's Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying has asked local bodies and state-level departments of animal husbandry not to issue any license or permit for the sale and breeding of banned dog breeds.
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Horrific! 20 stray dogs found shot dead in Telangana's Mahabubnagar district
Telangana | Feb 17, 2024, 12:05 AM ISTTelangana crime news: An investigation is underway to identify the culprits, he said. An eyewitness has claimed that one person who came in a car is the one who committed the crime, the official said, based on a preliminary investigation.
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Six-year-old attacked by stray dogs in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur, chilling video surfaces
India | Dec 30, 2023, 02:51 PM ISTA six-year-old was attacked by a pack of stray dogs in Andhra Pradesh Guntur. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media showing the helpless kid being targeted by the dogs.
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Delhi High Court directs Centre to decide representation to ban dangerous dog breeds
India | Dec 06, 2023, 05:08 PM ISTThe petition in Delhi High Court highlighted that there had been many incidents of such dangerous dog breeds attacking people including their owners.
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Heartbreaking scene in Kerala: Dog waiting for owner outside Kannur mortuary since 120 days | VIDEO
Trending | Nov 05, 2023, 02:11 PM ISTHospital staff said that the faithful dog now lives in Kannur mortuary and it was very good in terms of behaviour. Dogs are known for their loyalty and faithfulness to their owners. This is due to their strong pack instincts and the bond they form with their human families.
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Kerala drug dealer trains dogs to bite anything in 'khakhi' | Know what happens next
India | Sep 25, 2023, 05:21 PM ISTThe top officer of the district police also said the accused under the guise of being a dog trainer was selling drugs and the same was evident from the seizure of over 17 kgs of ganja from the site.