How firecrackers entered DiwaliDiwali's glow now includes fireworks. Their journey began with trade and royal displays centuries ago. Initially a symbol of power, firecra...
21 Oct, 2025, 12.03 PM IST
4th of July celebrations may be disrupted from next year. Courtesy Trump & ChinaAmerica relies on China for its Fourth of July fireworks. Tariffs imposed by President Trump are causing concern. These tariffs could incre...
02 Jul, 2025, 03.40 PM IST
BJP, Congress MP flay firecracker ban, root for workers of industrySeveral states had banned sale and use of firecrackers this year citing the COVID-19 pandemic and environment concerns with the decision co...
15 Nov, 2020, 05.22 PM IST
No firecracker ban in MP but avoid Chinese made: Chief Minister Shivraj Singh ChouhanChouhan'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...
09 Nov, 2020, 10.22 PM IST
More documents needed to open a restaurant than to buy a pistol, says Economic Survey 2019-2036 approvals are required to open a restaurant in Bengaluru, Delhi requires 26, and Mumbai 22.
31 Jan, 2020, 02.36 PM IST
Government sounds 'alert' on illegal import of crackersThe Central Board of Excise and Customs' (CBEC) recent order to chiefs of customs zones across the country comes ahead of Diwali on October...
11 Oct, 2017, 02.58 PM IST
Exports from SEZs touch Rs 2.36 lakh cr during April-SeptemberStates which have contributed maximum in the exports include Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Telengana and Uttar Pradesh.
07 Feb, 2017, 08.58 AM IST
Boycott of China goods: It isn't business as usual in Delhi's wholesale marketsTraders are trying to pander to what they feel are 'public sentiment' and have erased the 'Made in China' labels from various goods.
30 Oct, 2016, 09.36 AM IST
Domestic firecracker industry facing loss of Rs 1,000 crore: SurveyAcute labour shortage to the tune of about 20 per cent was another significant issue being faced by the firecracker industry in Sivakasi.
08 Nov, 2015, 03.30 PM IST
Cracker manufacturers to promote 'Made in India' fireworksAsked how the association planned to address the matter, he said representatives recently met Commerce and Industries Minister Nirmala Sith...
25 Oct, 2015, 12.19 PM IST
Consumer goods importers pin hopes on devalued YuanIndian importers of Chinese toys, musical instruments, idols can reap the benefits of a further depreciation in yuan if the rupee–dollar ra...
14 Aug, 2015, 02.40 AM IST
Air pollution reaches dangerous level in 106 Chinese citiesOn the eve of New Year on Wednesday night, the Air quality index (AQI) surpassed 300 in 106 cities, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.
20 Feb, 2015, 03.05 PM IST
Chandni Chowk: Delhi's Mughal era heritage bazaar a favourite for festive shoppingThe hectic shopping spree at the different markets of Chandni Chowk starts more than a fortnight before Diwali.
19 Oct, 2014, 06.15 AM IST
Jayalalithaa asks PM to withdraw explosive license feeChief Minister Jayalalithaa today demanded that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh immediately withdraw User Fees Notice (Explosives) .
12 Apr, 2014, 04.07 PM IST
Cracker sales in Telangana decline 10-15 %Sales of fireworks in Telangana have declined 10-15 % with people showing little interest to celebrate the festival of lights.
30 Oct, 2013, 10.56 AM IST
- Chinese threat looms large over Sivakasi
As the nation readies itself for Diwali, fireworks manufacturers at the dry and dusty town of Sivakasi, face a question that's not too diff...
14 Oct, 2009, 08.17 PM IST
- China protests over US seafood blockade
China has protested to the United States over its "unacceptable" blockade of fish and shrimp imports, a government website said on Saturday.
30 Jun, 2007, 01.00 PM IST