Diwali

Higher wind speed lowers pollution level in Delhi, air quality improves slightly

The national capital's AQI slipped to the 'severe' category on Thursday night and continued its upward trend to reach 462 at noon on Friday.

Nov 06, 2021, 12:26 PM IST

Who is responsible for the increasing pollution level after Diwali?

As the air quality of the national capital deteriorated following the festival of Diwali, Dr Ashok Seth, Chairman, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute said the pollution levels are dangerous for the elderly people as well as COVID recovered patients.

Nov 06, 2021, 10:24 AM IST

China also going through a 'Smog' post Diwali, visibility deteriorates in Beijing

Beijing has issued its first heavy pollution alert for the fall and winter and directed the suspension of some outdoor construction, factory operations and outdoor school activities.

Nov 06, 2021, 10:14 AM IST

Delhi’s air quality continues to remain in ‘severe’ zone with AQI standing at 533

“Delhi's overall air quality continues to be in 'severe' category, with overall air quality index (AQI) standing at 533,” informed System of Air Quality & Weather Forecasting & Research. 

Nov 06, 2021, 08:13 AM IST

Delhi's AQI level dangerous for elderly, vulnerable for COVID recovered patients, says expert

"People who recovered from COVID are vulnerable to this (air pollution). Of this group, a lot of them got residue lung problems from minor to major. The toxic gases and particles affect the lungs directly," Dr Seth said. 

Nov 06, 2021, 06:34 AM IST

DNA Exclusive: History of bursting firecrackers on Diwali and its contribution in causing pollution

Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary analysed all the news around pollution in North India and if Diwali is the only reason.

Nov 05, 2021, 23:34 PM IST

DNA: Diwali पर प्रदूषण फैलाने वाले पटाखों का इतिहास

Delhi's air pollution enters 'severe' category post Diwali. Several people complained of itchy throat and watery eyes

Nov 05, 2021, 22:14 PM IST

Delhi’s air quality recorded in hazardous after Diwali

A thick blanket of smog engulfed the national capital as the air quality in some parts of Delhi deteriorated to hazardous category a day after Diwali

Nov 05, 2021, 21:40 PM IST

Line-up for IFFI's Indian Panorama unveiled, regional films lead again

The organisers have picked up 25 feature films and 20 non-feature films for screening under the Indian Panorama segment, a press release stated. 

Nov 05, 2021, 20:00 PM IST

Diwali 2021: Shweta Bachchan celebrates with Amitabh, Jaya and brother Abhishek, silver chairs from Jalsa are back

Take a look at Shweta Bachchan's Diwali celebrations with her parents - Amitabh and Jaya, and son Abhishek Bachchan. 

Nov 05, 2021, 19:10 PM IST

Hrithik Roshan spends Diwali with parents, ex-wife Sussanne Khan celebrates festivals with sons Hrehaan, Hridhaan

Sussanne shared the Diwali post where she is seen enjoying with her sons - Hrehaan and Hridhaan. On the other hand, Hrithik spend the festival with his parents - Pinky and Rakesh Roshan and his sister Sunaina. 

Nov 05, 2021, 18:03 PM IST

Bhai Dooj 2021: How is the festival different from Raksha Bandhan?

Bhai Dooj is celebrated annually to mark the bond between brothers and sisters. This year, the festival falls on November 6, just two days after Diwali. 

Nov 05, 2021, 16:40 PM IST

Ajay Devgn, Kajol share glimpse from Diwali celebrations with Tanuja, check photos

Kajol and Ajay shared pictures from their 'silent Diwali celebration' on their respective Instagram handles. In one of the photos, Ajay is seen posing with his mother-in-law and veteran actress Tanuja. 

Nov 05, 2021, 16:09 PM IST

Don't blame Diwali if you are gasping for air in the national capital

Thick smog envelops Delhi-NCR after yet another Diwali. But it's not the festival that you can blame. The problem lies in our mindset. 
 

Nov 05, 2021, 15:53 PM IST

Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor's sparkling Diwali outfits will make your jaw drop: In Pics

On the occasion of Diwali, sisters Khushi Kapoor and Janhvi Kapoor treated fans with pictures of their stunning traditional outfits.

Nov 05, 2021, 15:25 PM IST

Diwali celebrations leave Delhiites gasping for breath, data shows AQI shot up every year

The bursting of firecrackers on the occasion of Diwali impacted the air quality severely and led to low visibility in the national capital on Friday morning.

Nov 05, 2021, 15:05 PM IST

Diwali celebrated in different parts of the world

The festival of Diwali was celebrated with pomp across the country. Beautiful pictures of celebrating Diwali were seen from different parts of the country. Beautiful pictures of Diwali celebrations also came out from abroad.

Nov 05, 2021, 14:42 PM IST

​​Chhattisgarh CM gets 'whipped' as part of Diwali Govardhan puja ritual, watch video here

"Like every year, CM Baghel on Friday took part in Govardhan puja in Janjgiri village and bore the pain of sonta (whip) to uphold the custom that has been going on in the state for years for the well-being and prosperity of the people," a state public relations officer said.

Nov 05, 2021, 14:19 PM IST

Priyanka Chopra performs Lakshmi Puja in LA, fans hail her for keeping traditions alive!

Global sensation Priyanka Chopra recently shared pictures from the Lakshmi Puja she performed on Diwali on her Instagram handle.

Nov 05, 2021, 12:34 PM IST

Diwali 2021: Katrina Kaif, Malaika Arora, Hrithik Roshan, others share glimpses of celebration!

B-Town celebs had a memorable Diwali this year and took to Instagram to share precious moments with their famillies.

Nov 05, 2021, 10:42 AM IST