New Delhi, Aug. 12 -- A day after ordering Delhi-NCR authorities to remove all stray dogs from the streets and place them in shelters, the Supreme Court, on Tuesday, 12 August, has issued a fresh directive aimed at curbing canine roaming within its own premises - mandating that all leftover food be disposed of in covered bins only.

The order, issued on Tuesday, comes amid rising concerns over stray dogs being spotted in court corridors, even inside lifts, and follows an alarming increase in bite incidents across the city.

In its directive, the apex court noted that leftover food left in open areas attracts stray dogs and other animals, heightening the risk of bites and posing hygiene hazards. To address this, the court has barred the du...