Explained: How green are Deepavali crackers?
5 years, 2 months ago

Explained: How green are Deepavali crackers?

The Hindu  

The story so far: Last October, in a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India mandated the use of green crackers for Deepavali, prescribing specific norms for the manufacture. This year, for the first time, ‘green crackers’ have been made available in markets, though the reach has been limited. Months before the ban, a group of research institutes of the CSIR had begun work on ‘green crackers,’ namely fireworks without barium nitrate. Relatively favourable wind conditions now when compared to last Deepavali, which fell in November, would mean that the extra burden from crackers would be ‘air flushed out’ within a few days unlike last year when it persisted for several days.

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Sivakasi Fireworks Industry Booms, With Record Sales of Rs 6,000 Crore
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sivakasi Fireworks Industry Booms, With Record Sales of Rs 6,000 Crore

New Indian Express  

Sivakasi fireworks manufacturers are enjoying a surge in sales, with a combined sale of over Rs 6,000 crore this Deepavali season. Cracker sales have gone up gradually through the season, with varieties like aerial shots proving popular. The government should take proactive steps to lift the ongoing ban on garland crackers and use of barium nitrate to further boost sales.

Delhi and Beyond Ban on Firecrackers: What You Need to Know
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi and Beyond Ban on Firecrackers: What You Need to Know

The Hindu  

Several States in India have imposed an immediate ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers in view of the worsening air pollution situation. The ban applies in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra and West Bengal. The ban is in effect from October 31 to January 1, 2025, with specific time slots for different festivals. Green …

Ban goes up in smoke as polluting firecrackers light up Gurugram’s skyline
1 year, 2 months ago

Ban goes up in smoke as polluting firecrackers light up Gurugram’s skyline

Hindustan Times  

Large-scale and widespread bursting of polluting firecrackers, a banned substance in Delhi/National Capital Region, on Diwali on Sunday, has once again put the air back in the emergency, leaving residents with watery eyes and gritty throats on Monday morning People burst fire crackers on Diwali in Baldev Nagar in Gurugram on Sunday. Banned category crackers were sold clandestinely across the …

Use only green crackers for this Deepavali: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's message
1 year, 2 months ago

Use only green crackers for this Deepavali: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's message

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah urged the people of Karnataka to use only green crackers for this Deepavali. Use only green crackers for this Deepavali: Karnataka CM's message In a video message to the people of the state, the chief minister said, “The air and sound pollution cause severe health hazards to those suffering from asthma, lung and heart diseases. Hence, …

This Diwali, green crackers from 8 to 10pm allowed in Himachal
1 year, 2 months ago

This Diwali, green crackers from 8 to 10pm allowed in Himachal

Hindustan Times  

To combat air and noise pollution during Diwali celebrations, Himachal government has rolled out curbs on the use of firecrackers. Following the directions issued by the Supreme Court and the National Green Tribunal, the state authorities have introduced measures to promote the use of eco-friendly “green crackers”, bursting of which would be allowed from 8pm to 10pm. Anil Joshi, member …

In Graphics | Are Green crackers all that they’re cracked up to be?
1 year, 2 months ago

In Graphics | Are Green crackers all that they’re cracked up to be?

Firstpost  

As Diwali approaches, the focus in once again on Green crackers. Developed by scientists at CSIR-NEERI, they are cheaper, more eco-friendly and less noisy than conventional fireworks As Diwali approaches and the pollution levels across India dip – sometimes to alarming levels – the focus is once again on ‘Green crackers’. As per Hindustan Times, green crackers, unlike normal firecrackers, …

Diwali crackers 2023: What are green crackers and how to identify them for an eco-friendly celebration
1 year, 2 months ago

Diwali crackers 2023: What are green crackers and how to identify them for an eco-friendly celebration

Hindustan Times  

Diwali, the festival of lights and happy vibes, is just around the corner and people are already busy making preparations, from cleaning their homes to buying new clothes. Diwali crackers 2023: What are green crackers and how to identify them While lighting crackers can be fun, with growing environmental concerns and the harmful effects of traditional crackers on increasing pollution, …

Fix regulatory mechanism for green crackers: Supreme Court tells Centre
1 year, 4 months ago

Fix regulatory mechanism for green crackers: Supreme Court tells Centre

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Centre to indicate within two weeks the regulatory mechanism in place for ensuring quality control of green fireworks after the government sought the top court’s approval for its “new and improved” formulation of crackers. Ahead of Thursday’s hearing, the Centre filed an affidavit on August 24 which said, “With the efforts of the …

Explainer: The chemistry of green crackers work, and how they help
2 years, 2 months ago

Explainer: The chemistry of green crackers work, and how they help

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi : As in previous years, a number of states have banned pollution-causing firecrackers ahead of Diwali, allowing only those that have come to be known as green crackers. Green crackers seek to produce the same light-and-sound effect as conventional crackers but emit lower amounts of pollutants. How green is different Green crackers have the same pyrotechnic composition as …

People prefer traditional firecrackers over green
2 years, 2 months ago

People prefer traditional firecrackers over green

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: The market for conventional regular firecrackers still predominates despite a majority of dealers professing to sell green firecrackers following the Supreme Court guidelines. At the beginning of the season, we purchased 20 per cent green crackers and it was with much struggle that we were able to sell the stock. People did not prefer green crackers although we attempted …

Unlicensed firecracker sales rule the roost in Punjab, ‘green cracker’ shoppers disappointed
2 years, 2 months ago

Unlicensed firecracker sales rule the roost in Punjab, ‘green cracker’ shoppers disappointed

Hindustan Times  

Even though Punjab government has banned the sale of non-green crackers, but the sale of these more pollution causing crackers is going on with full impunity across Punjab. “If government wants to sell green crackers, they should issue cracker license almost two months before Diwali, and then only license holder can invest and bring green crackers. Punjab Pollution Control Board …

2 years on, cracker stalls back with a bang in Chandigarh, but green crackers to cost a bomb
2 years, 2 months ago

2 years on, cracker stalls back with a bang in Chandigarh, but green crackers to cost a bomb

Hindustan Times  

With just a day to go for Diwali, cracker sellers have set shop at 13 authorised locations across the city. Asked which green cracker is the most expensive, Rajesh, who had set up his stall in Sector 49, said, “ The 240-shot rocket is most expensive as each piece costs ₹10,000.” Some crackers were also priced at ₹5,000. On the …

Most find green, traditional crackers out of reach this Diwali
2 years, 2 months ago

Most find green, traditional crackers out of reach this Diwali

Deccan Chronicle  

TIRUPATI: Despite Indian government taking steps towards promoting green firecrackers, their sales are miniscule; as they cost 30–50 percent more than conventional crackers. Green crackers are no match for traditional ones, whose visual and audio output is much better and higher,” he Sekhar pointed out. Compared to last year, prices of conventional crackers have risen by an average of 20–25 …

Diwali 2022: Ban on fireworks to green crackers, here are some restrictions across India
2 years, 2 months ago

Diwali 2022: Ban on fireworks to green crackers, here are some restrictions across India

India Today  

It's that time of the year when we light up our houses with earthen lamps and candles and celebrate the victory of good over evil. But, ahead of Diwali 2022, many states in India have banned the sale, purchase and use of firecrackers to control pollution levels across the country. However, some cities have allowed the sale and use of …

Explained: What are green crackers and why should we use them this Diwali?
2 years, 2 months ago

Explained: What are green crackers and why should we use them this Diwali?

Firstpost  

Green firecrackers are eco-friendly; they cause 30 per cent less pollution than conventional ones. Green crackers are low-emission crackers free of harmful chemicals like sulphur nitrates, arsenic, magnesium, sodium, lead, and barium. However, green crackers cause 30 per cent less air pollution as compared to traditional ones. “Green crackers reduce emissions substantially and absorb dust and don’t contain hazardous elements …

This year too, only green crackers to be sold
2 years, 2 months ago

This year too, only green crackers to be sold

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: After eco-friendly Ganesha, only green firecrackers will be sold in the state for Diwali, in accordance with the Supreme Court orders prohibiting the use of synthetic crackers in 2021. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, Telangana Fire Workers Dealers Association president K. Venugopal said, “We are manufacturing green firecrackers based on the new formula given by NEERI. Only green firecrackers are …

Deepavali firecrackers for just two hours
2 years, 3 months ago

Deepavali firecrackers for just two hours

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: Restricting the time for lighting firecrackers to just two hours – 6 to 7 am and 7 to 8 pm – as in the previous years, the State government has exhorted the people to celebrate Deepavali, which falls this year on October 24, as a festival of light in an environment friendly manner rather than bursting noise and smoke …

TNPCB urges people to celebrate Deepavali with green crackers
2 years, 3 months ago

TNPCB urges people to celebrate Deepavali with green crackers

The Hindu  

This year too, the State government has permitted bursting of crackers on Deepavali for two hours — from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on that day. In a press release, Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Jayanthi M. said that residents must avoid noisy crackers and use only green crackers. “Let us celebrate a noiseless …

2-hr window to burst green crackers in Punjab on Diwali, Gurpurb
3 years, 2 months ago

2-hr window to burst green crackers in Punjab on Diwali, Gurpurb

Hindustan Times  

The Punjab government on Tuesday announced a two-hour window to burst green firecrackers on Diwali and Gurpurb across the state, barring Jalandhar and Mandi Gobindgarh, where a total ban has been imposed from the midnight of October 28 onwards on account of poor air quality index levels. The government has allowed only green crackers, which are in compliance with the …

Have a cracking celebration
3 years, 2 months ago

Have a cracking celebration

The Hindu  

The festival season is well on its way, and what better time to burst crackers, right? Primarily, it causes extensive air pollution and fills the air with metal particles, dangerous toxins, harmful chemicals and smoke. Three types are available in India — Safe Water Releaser, Safe Minimal Aluminium, and Safe Thermite Cracker. Go green, stay safe Here are some tips …

Ahead of Festive Season, States Issue Directives on Bursting Crackers
3 years, 3 months ago

Ahead of Festive Season, States Issue Directives on Bursting Crackers

News 18  

The concerns over the rising levels of air pollution due to firecrackers during the festive season have compelled several states in the country to either completely or partially ban the usage of firecrackers. According to reports, the Ashok Gehlot-led Rajasthan government on Friday announced that only green crackers were allowed during the festive season in the state. According to the …

What are green crackers? Know which states imposed rules on fireworks this year
3 years, 3 months ago

What are green crackers? Know which states imposed rules on fireworks this year

Hindustan Times  

In view of the coronavirus disease related situation and concerns surrounding the rising level of pollution due to firecrackers during the festive season, several states have imposed certain rules on fireworks this year. ‘Green crackers’ are low-emission fireworks permitted by the Supreme Court for celebrations to a moderate degree during festivals, relaxing the ‘complete ban’ on fireworks previously imposed in …

Rajasthan govt changes its mind on cracker ban, says ‘green crackers’ permitted
3 years, 3 months ago

Rajasthan govt changes its mind on cracker ban, says ‘green crackers’ permitted

Hindustan Times  

JAIPUR: The Rajasthan government on Thursday ended the ban on the use and sale of green crackers imposed just a fortnight earlier, saying the restriction will only apply in the National Capital Region. Green crackers have been allowed in Rajasthan, according to a new order by the state’s home department The state government, on September 30, ordered a ban on …

Fireworks, celebrations can’t be at the cost of life, says Supreme Court
3 years, 3 months ago

Fireworks, celebrations can’t be at the cost of life, says Supreme Court

Hindustan Times  

No celebration can be allowed at the cost of life of others, said the Supreme Court on Wednesday as it justified the ban on the manufacturing and sale of traditional firecrackers, and implored people to shift to noiseless festivities ahead of Diwali. The court was considering a clutch of applications for the implementation of its October 23, 2018, judgment that …

Green firecrackers may not be that green after all, finds a survey in Mumbai
4 years, 1 month ago

Green firecrackers may not be that green after all, finds a survey in Mumbai

The Hindu  

In 2018 the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research developed what it termed as green firecrackers, the effectiveness and use of which have been a subject of debate. The hybrid crackers developed by the CSIR use less polluting raw materials whose chemical formulations ensure a suppression of dust so that when the cracker explodes there are reduced particle emissions in …

Exclusive: Cracker ban slips through cracks in Delhi, NCR
4 years, 2 months ago

Exclusive: Cracker ban slips through cracks in Delhi, NCR

India Today  

A ban notwithstanding, fireworks seem to have trickled into the hands of Diwali revellers in the national capital region, threatening to poison its awful air further as the novel coronavirus makes a vicious resurgence in Delhi. BAN UP IN SMOKE IN PARTS OF NCR Police have formed special squads across Delhi to check illegal sales, but an India Today investigation …

Diwali 2020: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, others allow sale of green crackers, here’s what you need to know
4 years, 2 months ago

Diwali 2020: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, others allow sale of green crackers, here’s what you need to know

Firstpost  

Green crackers come in two categories: one without barium salt and the other with lesser quantities of barium. Both would lead to a 30 percent to 35 percent emission reduction Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and a few other states have allowed the bursting of green crackers this Diwali. News Agency ANI tweeted that the Government of Andhra Pradesh has allowed the …

The ‘poisonous’ pollutants of green crackers
4 years, 2 months ago

The ‘poisonous’ pollutants of green crackers

Live Mint  

With a few days to go for Diwali, markets across India have started selling an oxymoron: green crackers, most of which are said to cause around 30% less pollution than an average cracker. The green crackers don’t work without barium; attempts to do so, he says, were “a failure”. In March 2019, the legal counsel for PESO told the SC …

As pollution rises, NGT appeals Delhi govt to ban green crackers
4 years, 2 months ago

As pollution rises, NGT appeals Delhi govt to ban green crackers

India Today  

It could be yet another Diwali without crackers in Delhi as the national capital continues to remain covered under a thick blanket of smog due to high levels of air pollution and stubble burning in neighbouring states. While green crackers are up for sale in markets, the National Green Tribunal has asked the Centre as well as the states to …

Poor air quality and high-prices dampen sale of green crackers
4 years, 2 months ago

Poor air quality and high-prices dampen sale of green crackers

India Today  

In a bid to keep a check on pollution during winters, the Delhi government has decided to make Diwali pollution-free and has only allowed eco-friendly crackers to be used during the festival. However, the price of green crackers has gone up by 15-40 per cent during the time of the pandemic. Jain also added that only two varieties of green …

Fireworks industry shocked over cracker ban by Rajasthan government
4 years, 2 months ago

Fireworks industry shocked over cracker ban by Rajasthan government

The Hindu  

The Rajasthan government’s order banning the use of firecrackers and the notice issued by the National Green Tribunal to the Centre, seeking its reply for a ban on crackers in the National Capital Region during November, have shocked the fireworks hub here. President of the Tamil Nadu Fireworks and Amorces Manufacturers’ Association Ganesan Panjurajan said the industry was producing green …

‘Green’ crackers to make full-fledged Delhi debut
4 years, 2 months ago

‘Green’ crackers to make full-fledged Delhi debut

The Hindu  

Delhi is set for its first full-fledged date with ‘green’ crackers this Deepavali amid growing sentiment against not deepening the air pollution crisis the Capital countenances every winter. Supply is scarce and due to economic slowdown, we are not expecting buyers because green fireworks are somewhat expensive compared to conventional fireworks,” said Ankit Jain, a trader based in Old Delhi. …

Only Green crackers for Delhiites this Diwali
4 years, 2 months ago

Only Green crackers for Delhiites this Diwali

India TV News  

To curb air pollution in the national capital this Diwali, the Kejriwal government to allow the use, manufacture, and sale of only 'Greem Crackers', Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Wednesday. "Only 'green crackers' can be manufactured, sold and used in Delhi this Diwali as per a Supreme Court order issued in 2018," Rai said. He warned of strict …

Only 'Green Firecrackers' Can be Manufactured and Sold in Delhi, Says Gopal Rai
4 years, 2 months ago

Only 'Green Firecrackers' Can be Manufactured and Sold in Delhi, Says Gopal Rai

News 18  

Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Wednesday that only green firecrackers can be manufactured, sold and used in the national capital. He also said the Delhi government will launch an anti-firecracker campaign from November 3 and requested people not to burn crackers at all considering the seriousness of the situation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Only 'green' firecrackers can be …

Don't burst crackers, just eat them now
5 years, 2 months ago

Don't burst crackers, just eat them now

India TV News  

Crackers, rockets and "Sutli bombs" that you can eat and not ignite, cash notes that you can give but not preserve and playing cards that you can snack on but not play. Bakers, sweet shops and even private entrepreneurs have come up with a new range of designer snacks and sweets that are healthy and low on calories apart from …

Green crackers hit market ahead of Diwali
5 years, 2 months ago

Green crackers hit market ahead of Diwali

India TV News  

This Diwali will see green crackers taking centre-stage with the country's fireworks hub here rolling out the eco-friendly varieties which have reduced emission of harmful chemicals and low sound in line with the Supreme Court order. Then the Central and the Tamil Nadu governments helped us in skill training for manufacturing green crackers with 30 per cent less emission," TNFAMA …

Where are the green crackers?
5 years, 2 months ago

Where are the green crackers?

India Today  

The festival of Diwali is expected to be relatively quiet this year because only two varieties of green crackers are available in the market. To keep a check on polluting crackers, Delhi Police has asked people to buy only those crackers which can be scanned via the QR code, which will certify the noise and pollution limitations. I'm not against …

What are 'green' crackers?
5 years, 2 months ago

What are 'green' crackers?

The Hindu  

In October 2018, the Supreme Court allowed bursting of low-emission crackers relaxing the 'complete ban' issued in 2017. Green crackers don't contain banned chemicals such as lithium, arsenic, barium and lead. They are called Safe Water Releaser, Safe Thermite Cracker and Safe Minimal Aluminium crackers. Green crackers release water vapour and don't allow the dust particles to rise.

No Diwali boom for ‘green’ crackers
5 years, 2 months ago

No Diwali boom for ‘green’ crackers

The Hindu  

Just past 10 p.m., Abhinay Dhanai, 30, a businessman, rushed inside a shop selling crackers outside gate number 3 of Jama Masjid in Old Delhi. Earlier this year, the SC allowed bulk manufacture of green crackers after the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute said its labs had been able to make trial samples and had them approved by PESO. But …

Green crackers: Short on sound and light, high on confusion
5 years, 2 months ago

Green crackers: Short on sound and light, high on confusion

The Hindu  

The sky on the night of October 27 may not be the usual riot of colours and noise levels in the neighbourhood may be lower than normal. Worst crisis As a result, the fireworks hub is facing its worst-ever crisis this year as manufacturers have not been able to produce ‘green’ crackers with the new formula provided by NEERI. “Only …

Fireworks company slams SpiceJet for 'no-crackers Diwali' banner
5 years, 3 months ago

Fireworks company slams SpiceJet for 'no-crackers Diwali' banner

Op India  

A SpiceJet banner pontificating about ‘cracker-free Diwali’ put up at the baggage screening counter of a particular airport has miffed the firework manufacturing company Sri Kaliswari Fireworks Private Limited which manufactures crackers under the trademark ‘Cock Brand’. The fireworks company posted the picture of the SpiceJet banner which read: ‘No crackers, let’s celebrate a pollution-free Diwali’ and asked the airlines …

Delhi set to choke on toxic crackers
5 years, 3 months ago

Delhi set to choke on toxic crackers

India Today  

On the eve of last year’s Diwali, the Supreme Court banned conventional firecrackers and ruled that only green ones with reduced emissions will be allowed. We wish to follow instructions and celebrate all festivals in an eco-friendly way, but we are not able to find these green crackers anywhere, said a member of Shri Ram Bhakt Ramlila Committee, Hari Nagar. …

A year after Supreme Court judgement, union government launches eco-friendly green crackers ahead of Diwali
5 years, 3 months ago

A year after Supreme Court judgement, union government launches eco-friendly green crackers ahead of Diwali

Op India  

To allay the concerns of air pollution, which particularly emanates during the Hindu festival of Diwali, Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan on Saturday launched eco-friendly green firecrackers, which have been manufactured in India. According to the reports, the Union Minister announced that Council of Scientific and Industrial Research labs have been successful in developing various environment-friendly fireworks such as …

Patent delay steals India of clean crackers
5 years, 4 months ago

Patent delay steals India of clean crackers

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The quest to get a patent for ‘green’ firecrackers is going to hold it from being released in the market in time for Diwali this year. The green firecrackers were created by replacing ammonium nitrate with potassium nitrate, which results in 20 per cent lesser pollution. As Diwali falls on October 26 this year, a review meeting of scientists …

In fireworks capital Sivakasi, crackers ban may impact electoral outcome despite AIADMK-BJP promise for resolution
5 years, 8 months ago

In fireworks capital Sivakasi, crackers ban may impact electoral outcome despite AIADMK-BJP promise for resolution

Firstpost  

Firecracker industry owners and workers in Sivakasi, which is part of Virudhunagar Lok Sabha seat, which polled on 18 APril, have been protesting since November 2018 in the hope that electoral compulsions will force the Tamil Nadu government to announce some relief for them and grant them exemption from the new norms Editor’s Note: A network of 60 reporters set …

Diwali 2018: Official timing for fireworks and green crackers
6 years, 2 months ago

Diwali 2018: Official timing for fireworks and green crackers

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Diwali celebrations this year will come with certain caveats. The mystery that are ‘green crackers’ The apex court on October 23 restricted bursting of conventional firecrackers and allowed only ‘green firecrackers’ to be used on Diwali. Developed by the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research in collaboration with eight other government …

Nobody understands what green crackers are
6 years, 2 months ago

Nobody understands what green crackers are

Deccan Chronicle  

Every year, people promise to make their Diwali celebrations safer and less polluting than the last, but they rarely make an effort to put their words into practice. This year, since the Supreme Court has passed a ruling that only permits the use of “green crackers”, that too for two hours, it looks like we’re all going to have to …

Supreme Court ban on polluting fireworks could be boon for Diwali 'green crackers'
6 years, 2 months ago

Supreme Court ban on polluting fireworks could be boon for Diwali 'green crackers'

Firstpost  

The green crackers are not eco-friendly, but 25-30 percent less polluting than regular fireworks. The idea of ‘green fireworks’ has largely been welcome in light of pollutions woes, and even brought on a joke or five in the days after the Supreme Court verdict restrictions about fireworks. ?🙄 — Fidus Achates October 23, 2018 Jaisa aap kahein MiLords 😊 pic.twitter.com/MOAPOijAJD …

Gurugram bans sale of all crackers except green ones, fixes time for fireworks
6 years, 2 months ago

Gurugram bans sale of all crackers except green ones, fixes time for fireworks

Hindustan Times  

Gurugram’s Deputy Commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh on Tuesday issued an order banning the sale of all crackers, except green crackers, in the district, following a Supreme Court order last week. Gurugram Police will keep a strict vigil on burning of crackers in the city after the SC order banning sale of all crackers except green ones. Meanwhile, the city police …

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