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 air pollution: GRAP 3 restrictions kick in ahead of Diwali; what's allowed and what's bannedDelhi-NCR has invoked GRAP Stage III restrictions ahead of Diwali as pollution levels worsened, with the capital's AQI reaching 382. The cu...
06 Nov, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
Diwali 2026: You can't control outdoor air pollution, but 6 things you can do to improve indoor air quality during Diwali firecracker season without an air purifierDiwali festivities, while joyous, often contribute to heightened air pollution from firecrackers and outdoor emissions. To combat indoor ai...
06 Nov, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Delhi pollution: Supreme Court to go by expert opinion on plea for online classes if AQI risesSupreme Court is evaluating expert opinions concerning potential school closures amid worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR. The average Air Q...
06 Nov, 2026, 12.41 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
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
Bombay HC slams row over Dia Mirza's Diwali video, directs BMC to re-upload clipThe Bombay High Court expressed discontent over the removal of Dia Mirza's video promoting an eco-friendly Diwali. This decision came after...
03 Nov, 2026, 01.07 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
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
BMC takes down actor Dia Mirza's pollution-free Diwali video after BJP leader's objectionThe Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation removed a video featuring Dia Mirza promoting an eco-friendly Diwali. This decision followed objecti...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Dia Mirza's Diwali video row explained: Why BMC deleted Bollywood actress' pollution-free videoDia Mirza recently faced controversy after her Diwali video message was reportedly removed by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. The v...
02 Nov, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
BS-IV vehicles barred, WFH mandates, construction ban: Delhiās winter pollution crackdown beginsDelhi has introduced measures to address winter air pollution, including vehicle restrictions and construction curbs. Many government and p...
01 Nov, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
Delhi pollution restrictions from November 1: 50% WFH, parking charges to double, vehicle curbs and more; check full list under winter action planDelhi vehicle restrictions from November 1: The Delhi government will enforce various anti-pollution measures to improve air quality from N...
31 Oct, 2026, 10.58 PM 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