Bursting firecrackers in Delhi on Diwali can land you in jail, announces Kejriwal govt
Arvind Kejriwal-led government also said that production, storage and sale of firecrackers in Delhi will be punishable with a fine of up to Rs 5,000 and three years in jail.
Oct 19, 2022, 15:12 PM IST
Firecrackers will only be allowed for two hours on Diwali, announces Bhagwant Mann's Punjab govt
On Christmas and New Year's Eve, the Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government allowed a window of 35 minutes -- from 11.55 pm to 12.30 am -- for bursting firecrackers.
Oct 12, 2022, 22:48 PM IST
BJP slams Arvind Kejriwal for cracker ban in Delhi, says it is imposed to 'hurt' Hindu sentiments
The BJP said the contribution of cracker burning to Delhi's pollution was "minimal" and their banning on Diwali will hurt the sentiments of Hindus.
Sep 08, 2022, 12:19 PM 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
Tamil Nadu: Father, son burnt to death as scooter loaded with crackers bursts into flames - Watch
A man and his seven-year-old son were reportedly charred to death when their two-wheeler laden with crackers exploded at Kottakuppam village near Puducherry.
Nov 05, 2021, 16:23 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.
Heavy night patrolling in Delhi, 55 arrested in crackdown against illegal firecrackers
As many as 55 people have been arrested by Delhi Police in a crackdown against illegal firecrackers in the national capital and a total of 6,050 kilograms of firecrackers have been seized since the ban on fireworks, as per data from police.
Nov 04, 2021, 07:00 AM IST
Not all, only fireworks containing Barium salts prohibited: SC on firecracker ban
States and UTs have to implement the firecrackers ban strictly any lapses shall be viewed very seriously, the top court said.
Oct 29, 2021, 21:31 PM IST
Delhi imposes complete ban on firecrackers till January 1
"There will be a 'complete ban on bursting and sale of all kinds of firecrackers up to 1.1.2022 in the territory of NCT of Delhi," the DPCC's order stated.
Sep 28, 2021, 22:48 PM IST
Storage, sale and use of firecrackers banned in Delhi, CM Arvind Kejriwal points at pollution
Like last year, Delhi seems all set to celebrate a cracker-less Diwali
Sep 15, 2021, 13:15 PM IST
SC refuses to stay Calcutta HC order banning firecrackers on Diwali, Kali Puja and Chhath
The Supreme Court will let Calcutta High Court's ruling on firecracker ban to continue in West Bengal.
Nov 11, 2020, 11:16 AM IST
Ban on firecrackers in 23 states, NGT to pronounce crucial verdict for Diwali!
The Green Tribunal is expected to pronounce its order at around 10:30 am today.
Nov 09, 2020, 08:40 AM IST
Diwali 2017: Why should your pets suffer while you celebrate?
With the onset of the Diwali season every year, vets report increase in anxiety disorders, such as stress colitis.
Oct 18, 2017, 12:57 PM IST
Won't burst crackers on Diwali, say 87% citizens of Delhi-NCR
With the air quality reduced to toxic levels – five times the safe levels set by the WHO – Delhi features in the list of the most polluted cities in the world.
Oct 18, 2017, 08:54 AM IST
Even in worst-case scenario, repetition of Diwali 2016 pollution unlikely: SAFAR
Delhi faced its worst air pollution and smog in 17 years the following day after Diwali 2016, with unabated and unchecked stubble burning in neighbouring states being coupled with additional emissions from Diwali firecrackers bought the PM2.5 volume to over 600 units.
Oct 17, 2017, 09:11 AM IST
Diwali 2017: Go green, celebrate the festival of lights in these 5 eco-friendly ways
Keeping the increasing air pollution in mind and the consequential impact on people's health, the Supreme Court ordered a ban on the sale of firecrackers in Delhi-NCR till November 1.
Oct 16, 2017, 16:42 PM IST
Diwali 2017: Will Delhi choke again despite Diwali firecracker ban?
According to a study, people in Delhi smoke 30 cigarettes in a day – that's how polluted the air is at present.
Oct 16, 2017, 11:57 AM IST
Develop zero-pollution firecrackers: Environment Minister Harsh Vardhan to scientists
The SC put a ban on the sale of firecrackers in Delhi-NCR till October 31, keeping the increasing pollution under consideration.
Oct 15, 2017, 18:07 PM IST
Alia Bhatt becomes latest victim of trolls for supporting cracker-free Diwali
The ban will be in effect till further orders till November 1, with the apex court, pointing to the adverse impact of bursting of the fire crackers witnessed year after year, said that the November 11, 2016 order suspending the licenses "should be given one chance to test itself" to see if there would be a positive effect of this, particularly during Diwali.
Oct 15, 2017, 11:06 AM IST
