‘Tiger’ sighting revealed as painted stray dog in Puducherry

Panic swept through Lawspet in Puducherry as residents reacted to reports of a roaming tiger, only to discover it was a stray dog painted in orange and black stripes. Images of the purported "tiger" going viral on social media, prompted police intervention. The police scanned CCTV footage, confirming the canine's identity, and launched a hunt for the individuals responsible.