Let there be light, not fright or blightAs Diwali approaches, the environment often suffers as celebrations become synonymous with excessive noise and pollution. This article advo...
06 Nov, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
Diwali Patakha from China: The world's fireworks capital is reinventing its centuries-old industryLiuyang in China's Hunan province is a significant hub for global fireworks production. The county supplies around 60% of the domestic fire...
06 Nov, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
Delhi Metro revises Diwali schedule; select lines to start at 6 am, last train at 10 pmDelhi Metro services will begin an hour earlier than usual on Diwali, November 8. The Pink, Magenta, and Grey lines will start operations a...
06 Nov, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
Happy polluted Diwali! Get ready for severe air pollution as AQI monitoring agency sounds warning this yearDelhi AQI News: Get ready for severely polluted Delhi this year as the national capital is likely to face severe air pollution this year, w...
06 Nov, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
US green card backlog crosses 15.6 lakh, with over 2.68 lakh employment-based cases pendingThe backlog of US green card applications has surged past 1.5 million, with family-based cases leading the way. Recent data reveals concern...
05 Nov, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
IREDA seeks global funding partnerships to lower borrowing costs for green projectsIREDA is aiming to collaborate with global banks and investors for long-term green financing initiatives. Renewable energy developers in In...
04 Nov, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
Green crackers: Where can you buy them in Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida and Ghaziabad? How to identify if it is real or polluting cracker?Green crackers list: Green crackers are low-emission fireworks developed to reduce air and noise pollution compared with conventional firec...
03 Nov, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
SC flags sale of firecrackers despite restrictions, asks Centre to ensure complianceThe Supreme Court of India has called for strict enforcement of firecracker restrictions in Delhi-NCR. This decision follows a report revea...
03 Nov, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
SC posts pleas challenging validity of Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 to January 21 next yearThe Supreme Court has delayed hearings regarding the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. It has asked the involved p...
03 Nov, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
Delhi witnesses AQI spike ahead of Diwali; GRAP II kicks inAccording to the air quality forecast provided by IMD/IITM, Delhi's overall air quality is likely to stay in the 'Very Poor' category in th...
03 Nov, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
Delhi-NCR gets two days of green crackers as Supreme Court caps bursting at three hours a day and sets 300-metre no-cracker zonesThe Supreme Court has authorized the use of certified green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR on specific dates. Firecrackers can only be burst wit...
03 Nov, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
Delhi Metro announces 20 additional trips on weekdays amid GRAP-II curbsDelhi Metro Rail Corporation will operate 20 additional train trips on weekdays. This initiative increases total extra services to 40 amids...
02 Nov, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
Diwali firecracker curbs: SC sets two time periods for fireworks, bans bursting near hospitalsThe Supreme Court has permitted the use of green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR for Diwali on specific dates. Firecrackers must not be used near...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Diwali investment picks 2026: 10 fund managers reveal promising opportunities and risks to watchThis Diwali, investment experts advise a strategic approach focused on asset allocation rather than luring high-growth stocks. Sectors like...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Diljit Dosanjh Delhi Concert Today, October 30: Check metro timings, nearest metro station, traffic restrictions, routes to avoid, parking details and travel advisoryDiljit Dosanjh is performing today at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi as part of his tour. Fans are being advised to take the Met...
30 Oct, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
Not inclined to completely ban firecrackers, says SC; stresses implementation of ordersThe Supreme Court expressed reluctance in imposing a complete ban on firecrackers during a recent hearing. The bench indicated that effecti...
29 Oct, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Bengal warns of strict action for firecracker norms violations, urges people to exercise restraintThe West Bengal government is initiating strict measures against firecracker violations during Kali Puja and Diwali. Authorities emphasize ...
29 Oct, 2026, 02.33 PM IST