Modesto residents are facing issues with early fireworks. The city is now enforcing strict rules. Certain fireworks are illegal in Californ...

As Diwali approaches, Delhi's air quality has already reached hazardous levels, despite the 2017 firecracker ban. Poor enforcement has resu...

Hyderabad city police have banned DJ sound systems and fireworks during religious processions to control noise pollution. The decision foll...

Chronic noise, such as that heard in neighbourhoods near highways, can lead to inflammation, high blood pressure, and plaque buildup in art...

The National Green Tribunal, though working with handful of Judicial and Expert Members, that too via video conferencing, made its presence...

Chouhan's statement came in the backdrop of some states moving to ban or strictly regulate use of firecrackers this Diwali in view of the C...

The West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) said on Sunday that the existing noise cap of 90 decibel on crackers will be in place durin...

A bench of Justices A K Sikri and Ashok Bhushan which had reserved its verdict earlier on August 28, said that bursting of crackers on Diwa...

Last year, air quality was in the “severe“ category in the festive season, with an AQI of 443 on October 30 (Diwali day).

One should choose handloom wear, organic food, earthen diyas with cotton wicks and handmade, reusable decorations.

Pitching for an awareness programme, the minister sought to make children ambassadors of such a drive. "Children are our future.

Makers of televisions, mobile phones and even refrigerators are increasing decibel counts to appeal to the noise-loving consumers.