Navin M. Raheja vs U.O.I. & Ors.

The Supreme Court addressed the urgent issue of tiger conservation following the reported deaths of 12 tigers at Nandan Kanan Zoo, emphasizing the need for effective measures to protect tiger populations both in the wild and in captivity. The Court noted that the Central Government has dispatched a high-powered team to investigate the incident, with a report due by the 15th of the month. The matter was adjourned for three weeks to consider the findings of the report and its implications for wildlife protection.