Delhi Police cracks down on firecracker shops, dozens shut
No firecracker shop in the capital would be allowed to open till October 31. Dozens were forced to shut on Tuesday, Delhi Police spokesperson Madhur Verma said.
Oct 17, 2017, 19:57 PM 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
Traders move SC seeking relaxation of ban on sale of crackers in Delhi NCR
Traders with temporary licenses on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court seeking relaxation of the ban on the sale of firecrackers in the national capital and the NCR.
Oct 11, 2017, 14:28 PM IST
Dark Diwali? Traders in despair after Supreme Court bans firecracker sales in Delhi, NCR
In a statement, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) said conducting business of firecrackers is a legitimate activity protected under the Constitution of India giving 'Right to Work'.
Oct 09, 2017, 20:53 PM IST
Can't imagine Diwali without crackers: Aam Aadmi Party
AAP on Monday said it was not in favour of banning firecrackers during Diwali.
Oct 09, 2017, 18:56 PM IST
Ban 'soan papdi', not crackers this Diwali: Twitter loses collective calm on SC verdict
As Supreme Court banned the sale and stocking of firecrackers this Diwali on Monday, twitter exploded with multi-faceted statements – some loving it, some hating it.
Oct 09, 2017, 13:04 PM IST
Seven die in firecracker blaze in Madhya Pradesh
At least seven persons were killed in a blaze in a firecracker shop here in Madhya Pradesh, police said on Wednesday.
Apr 19, 2017, 14:41 PM IST
Air pollution: Supreme Court bans sale of firecrackers in Delhi, neighbouring areas
The supreme court asked Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to file a reply within three months regarding harmful effects of firecrackers.
Nov 25, 2016, 14:47 PM IST
Diwali crackers: At least 78 burn injuries reported in Delhi
Several cases of burn injuries were reported at various city hospital on Diwali while there was a slight rise in the number of people affected by allergy- related complications.
Oct 31, 2016, 20:36 PM IST
Diwali 2016: Tips for dealing with fireworks-related burn injuries!
Here are a few tips that can be useful while handling burn injuries so that your festive spirit remains intact.
Oct 27, 2016, 09:53 AM IST
Kerala fire tragedy: Death toll rises to 110, condition of 26 critical
The toll in the Puttingal Devi temple fireworks mishap rose to 110 today with a 55-year old man succumbing to injuries at a hospital here.
Apr 12, 2016, 15:39 PM IST
Kollam temple fire tragedy: Kerala HC bans fireworks display in all places of worship between sunset and sunrise
The state government told the Kerala High Court that no permission was granted for Puttingal temple fireworks display.
Apr 12, 2016, 14:43 PM IST
Delhi's pollution level 23 times higher than normal, air quality to worsen in coming days
Delhi's air quality witnessed a gradual regression on Diwali night due to bursting of fireworks.
Nov 12, 2015, 10:29 AM IST
Delhi's pollution at 'alarming' levels even before Diwali
Diwali, the festival of lights, has been increasingly adding tonnes of toxic smoke to the city's air in recent years because of the extensive use of firecrackers, leading to major health issues.
Nov 10, 2015, 17:20 PM IST
Make Diwali safe for pets, urge Bollywood beauties
Nargis Fakhri and Jacqueline Fernandez have urged their fans to avoid firecrackers on Diwali.
Nov 06, 2015, 13:07 PM IST
2015 Bihar Assembly polls: Firecrackers will be burst in Amritsar, Mumbai, says Nitish Kumar
After BJP chief Amit Shah's 'firecracker in Pakistan' comment, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday returned the fire, saying Mumbai and Amritsar will witness "maximum fireworks" if BJP loses Bihar Assembly polls, alluding to its strains with allies in Maharashtra and Punjab.
Nov 02, 2015, 19:45 PM IST
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Oct 09, 2015, 09:36 AM IST
Centre to reply on plea seeking designated place for crackers
The National Green Tribunal today sought response from the government on a lawyer's plea seeking designated time and place for use of firecrackers during festivals like Diwali.
Sep 28, 2015, 18:02 PM IST