NEW DELHI: Delhi is bracing for its annual Diwali pollution spike, and once again, the spotlight is on “green crackers” — fireworks marketed as an eco-friendlier alternative to traditional ones.

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed the limited sale and use of green crackers in Delhi and the adjoining National Capital Region (NCR) during Diwali, while ...

As Diwali approaches, markets across the country light up with festive cheer and firecrackers. But if you live in Delhi-NCR, buying and bursting crackers comes with a long list of dos and don'ts ...

Bursting hours limited to 6–7 a.m. and 8–10 p.m.; only licensed sellers, NEERI-approved products allowed. Barium, laris, and online sales banned; CPCB to track AQI during the period. The court ...

Diwali firecrackers cause raging debates every year around this time due to rising air pollution levels, especially in the Delhi-National Capital Region. Attempts at banning firecrackers have had a ...

The Mumbai Fire Brigade responded to 140 calls regarding fires started by crackers during the Diwali season last year, according to official figures. However, crackers burst during the non-Diwali ...

Delhi faces its annual Diwali pollution spike with green crackers offered as a cleaner option. These fireworks promise reduced emissions and noise. However, experts caution that even green crackers ...