Criminal silence of professionals

Though belong to another profession, I always adored the unanimity and harmony among the members of veterinary profession. But it seems as something of a forgotten era. A few decades back, though the Veterinary profession didn't gain much fame and glory of these days, there existed a mystifying and beautiful co existence among the veterinarians.

Removal of Vice Chancellor: No interim stay

The High court of Kerala refused to grant interim stay to the execution of the order of the Government of Kerala removing Dr. B.Ashok from the post of the Vice Chancellor of Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University.

Dr.B.Ashok issue: Kerala Legislative Assembly witnesses noisy scenes

The entire opposition walked out of the Kerala Legislative Assembly today in protest to the removal of Dr B Ashok from the post of Vice Chancellor, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University.

Vice Chancellor sacked

The first Vice chancellor of the first veterinary university of Kerala was sacked today by the Governor of Kerala on the recommendation of the Cabinet. Dr B Ashok IAS, Vice Chancellor of the recently formed Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU) is reported to be removed on administrative convenience.

National Seminar (India): New Delhi, November 11

18 Nov 2011
20 Nov 2011

National Seminar (India): "Vet for Health, Vet for Food, Vet for the Planet".New Delhi, 18-20 November 2011 organized by Delhi Veterinary Association & Indian Veterinary Association in collaboration with ICAR, VCI. Govt. of NCT Delhi, dept.

New book on elephants by Dr Jacob V Cheeran


 

 

Elephants are wonderful creatures. Man spends hours watching it and never gets bored. Something fascinating comes up every other second. Nobody could tell us enough on elephants too. No studies could bring out the mysteries looming over these great creations of God. 

Computer Giant IBM and AMUL

Many may think what is up for a computer giant with a dairy company like AMUL?

Commonwealth Veterinary Association: The first Indian (Asian) President

Veterinarians of India have something to rejoice now. The celebrity vet of India, Dr.S.Abdul Rehman has been elected as the new President of Commonwealth Veterinary Association and will hold office from 1 January 2012. The present Secretary of CVA, Dr. S.Abdul Rehman was elected to the new post at the meeting of the Executive Committee of CVA and will become the first Indian and the first Asian as well to hold the Presidentship of CVA since its inception in 1967. 

FDI in Agriculture-bless or bane?

In a historical move Government of India on 31st March 2011 brought in a revised policy for foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country. As per the new policy, the norms are extremely relaxed for Foreign Investment, which is expected to create a huge boost in the country’s economy.

100% Foreign Direct Investment in Animal Husbandry Sector

The Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, Government of India has announced 100% Foreign Direct Investment in Animal Husbandry including breeding of dogs under controlled conditions. According to the ‘Consolidated FDI policy- Circular 1 of 2011’ released by the department, the term ‘under controlled conditions’ includes:

Rearing of animals under intense farming system with stall feeding. Intensive farming system will require climate system (ventilation, temperature/humidity management), healthcare and nutrition, herd registering/pedigree recording, use of machinery, waste management system.

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