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 action against any manufacturer, seller, stocks of any other firecrackers except green crackers. "Strict action will be taken if any manufacturer, seller, stocks any other crackers except green crackers," he said.

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Total ban on crackers in Delhi, top court told
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Total ban on crackers in Delhi, top court told

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Delhi government, on Thursday, apprised the Supreme Court that it has imposed a complete ban on manufacturing, storing, selling, and bursting all kinds of firecrackers in the national capital throughout the year with immediate effect. “By December 19, 2024 order, it has decided to completely ban firecrackers,” the Delhi government told the two-judge bench of the apex …

Delhi and Beyond: Complete Firecracker Ban This Diwali
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi and Beyond: Complete Firecracker Ban This Diwali

India TV News  

Several states have imposed a complete ban on firecrackers during the Diwali season to address environmental concerns. Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Tamil Nadu have implemented a total ban on firecrackers, with online sales allowed only during specific hours. Bihar has banned all types of firecrackers in major cities, while Maharashtra allows only green crackers with reduced pollution, while Karnataka allows …

Delhi Environment Minister Warns of Illegal Firecracker Sale, Calls for Strict Action
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Environment Minister Warns of Illegal Firecracker Sale, Calls for Strict Action

New Indian Express  

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has written to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena urging prompt action against those involved in the illegal sale and distribution of firecrackers. He has asked for regular inspections of firecracker vendors by Delhi Police, increased vigilance at Delhi's borders, and a complete ban on manufacturing, storage, and selling of all kinds of firecrackers in Delhi until …

Delhi Residents Divided on Diwali Firecracker Ban
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Residents Divided on Diwali Firecracker Ban

India Today  

18 per cent of Delhi residents plan to burst crackers on Diwali despite a ban. A survey found that 55 per cent of respondents will not burn firecrackers due to concerns about pollution, while 19 per cent are interested in burning crackers but are unsure about the regulations. The survey also revealed that 9 per cent plan to burn crackers …

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 …

Actress Rubina Dilaik urges people to stop bursting firecrackers , netizens react
1 year, 2 months ago

Actress Rubina Dilaik urges people to stop bursting firecrackers , netizens react

Op India  

On Wednesday, television actress and Biggboss season 14 winner Rubina Dilaik ‘reminded’ people that the festivities of Diwali are over while lamenting over firecrackers being burst since 10th November, saying that it is causing air and noise pollution. — Rubina Dilaik November 15, 2023 However, Rubina Dilaik’s X post on Diwali and the firecracker bursting did not go well with …

‘Crackers burnt in capital brought from BJP-ruled UP, Haryana’: Delhi minister
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Crackers burnt in capital brought from BJP-ruled UP, Haryana’: Delhi minister

Hindustan Times  

Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai on Monday alleged that crackers burnt in the national Capital on Diwali night were sourced from Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, both ruled by the Bharatiya Janata Party. The police of Delhi, Haryana and UP are under the control of the BJP and no common man can easily supply the firecrackers amid the monitoring of these …

After saying Punjab farm fires don't cause pollution, Gopal Rai asks people to not burst firecrackers
1 year, 2 months ago

After saying Punjab farm fires don't cause pollution, Gopal Rai asks people to not burst firecrackers

Op India  

On Sunday, Delhi environment minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Gopal Rai appealed to the people of Delhi not to burst crackers on Diwali. I appeal to people of Delhi and nearby areas of Delhi, Diwali is a festival of diyas, celebrate Diwali in a grand manner by lighting diyas but don’t burst crackers and make it difficult for people …

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 …

Fireworks packaged as gifts, sweets enter Delhi
1 year, 2 months ago

Fireworks packaged as gifts, sweets enter Delhi

Hindustan Times  

With police cracking down on the sale of polluting firecrackers following the blanket ban in Delhi, the makers of such firecrackers are using innovative ways to smuggle them into Delhi and sell them at steep rates clandestinely. At least 20 people have been arrested for allegedly smuggling polluting firecrackers into the national capital ahead of Diwali, police said. He displayed …

Crackers to be sold at 60 designated places in Lucknow; 1,153 licences issued so far
1 year, 2 months ago

Crackers to be sold at 60 designated places in Lucknow; 1,153 licences issued so far

Hindustan Times  

LUCKNOW Stalls selling green crackers will come up at 60 designated places in the state capital during Diwali and 1,153 licences had been issued so far for the purpose. The designated places include Sainik School ground at Sarojini Nagar, Government Polytechnic campus, mini stadium at Vikas Nagar, Behta Bazaar open ground, Chinhat on the banks of Kathauta lake, Ram Bharose …

SC 'bans' fire crackers across India
1 year, 2 months ago

SC 'bans' fire crackers across India

Firstpost  

The Supreme Court has directed the state governments to take appropriate steps to control air and noise pollution The Supreme Court Tuesday ordered a ban on firecrackers across India, saying the directions against the use of barium and banned chemicals in firecrackers are applicable to all states and not just Delhi-NCR. The court has also directed the state governments to …

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, …

Directions Regulating Firecrackers Apply To All States In Country, Not Just Delhi : Supreme Court
1 year, 2 months ago

Directions Regulating Firecrackers Apply To All States In Country, Not Just Delhi : Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday clarified that its earlier directions against the use of barium and banned chemicals in firecrackers are applicable across the country, binding all states and not just the Delhi-National Capital Region.The Court made this clarification while hearing an application seeking directions to the State of Rajasthan to comply with the Apex Court's. The Supreme Court on …

32% families in Delhi planning to burst firecrackers on Deepavali: Survey
1 year, 2 months ago

32% families in Delhi planning to burst firecrackers on Deepavali: Survey

The Hindu  

Around 32% families are planning to burst firecrackers in Delhi, while 43% cited concerns about pollution as the reason for not doing so, according to a survey by a community social media platform. According to the survey by Localcircles that received over 9,000 responses from residents of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad, 32% families in Delhi-NCR are likely to …

Despite ban, 1 in 3 families in Delhi planning to burst crackers on Diwali: Survey
1 year, 2 months ago

Despite ban, 1 in 3 families in Delhi planning to burst crackers on Diwali: Survey

India Today  

Even as the air quality in Delhi and its neighbouring areas continues to dip, forcing the government to implement stringent curbs, approximately one-third of families in the National Capital Region are considering bursting crackers during Diwali. According to the survey by LocalCircles that received over 9,000 responses from residents of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad, 32 per cent families …

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, …

Only green crackers permitted for short duration on festivals: Hayer
1 year, 2 months ago

Only green crackers permitted for short duration on festivals: Hayer

Hindustan Times  

The Punjab government will allow use of only green crackers for a short duration on Diwali, Gurpurab, Christmas and New Year. Meet Hayer also appealed to people to encourage community fire cracking at pre-identified areas/fields designated by the authorities concerned. Enviornment minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer said in compliance of various directions issued by the Supreme Court, the National Green …

DPCC notifies complete ban on firecrackers in Delhi till January 1
1 year, 3 months ago

DPCC notifies complete ban on firecrackers in Delhi till January 1

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee on Monday said it has notified a complete ban on firecrackers across the Capital till January 1, 2024. What exacerbates this crisis is the fact that this period also coincides with Diwali, and the emissions from firecrackers, combined with the emanation from the farm fires, often leads to a drastic deterioration of the Capital’s air, …

Air pollution: Clear & present danger
1 year, 3 months ago

Air pollution: Clear & present danger

New Indian Express  

Earlier, on September 11, Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai, on the pretext of rising pollution during winter, announced that the Arvind Kejri- wal-led AAP government has once again decided to ban all types of crackers. The manufacturing, storage, sale, online delivery and bursting of any type of crackers are completely prohibited in Delhi.” The government said citizens opined that the …

Supreme Court reserves order on green crackers, pulls up Delhi Police
1 year, 4 months ago

Supreme Court reserves order on green crackers, pulls up Delhi Police

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved orders on the sale and manufacture of green firecrackers in the country even as it pulled up the Delhi Police for issuing temporary licences to shopkeepers in Delhi-NCR despite a ban imposed on traditional firecrackers by the court in October 2018. On Wednesday, the Supreme Court had expressed concerns over the enforcement of its …

Supreme Court reserves order on green firecrackers during Diwali in Delhi
1 year, 4 months ago

Supreme Court reserves order on green firecrackers during Diwali in Delhi

Op India  

The Supreme Court on Thursday said that it will consider whether the manufacture and use of green crackers can be permitted or not and reserved the order on the issue. Petroleum and Explosive Safety Organization, in the affidavit, apprised the court about the Green Cracker approval process and said the Fireworks may be broadly classified as Sound Emitting; Light emitting …

Firecrackers available in national capital despite ban: Supreme Court
1 year, 4 months ago

Firecrackers available in national capital despite ban: Supreme Court

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought a response from the Delhi Police on a plea by cracker manufacturers seeking the roll-out of green firecrackers since the ban on the sale and production of normal firecrackers in Delhi-NCR was imposed by the court in 2018. Firecrackers Read here: Delhi govt bans firecracker sales to curb pollution as part of ‘winter action …

Supreme Court Seeks The Strategy For Its Implementation To Delhi Police
1 year, 4 months ago

Supreme Court Seeks The Strategy For Its Implementation To Delhi Police

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned the Delhi Police on how they were going to implement the firecracker ban imposed in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Gopal Sankaranarayanan appearing for the petitioner submitted that despite the directions of the Court, there have been blatant violations in Delhi NCR. The Apex Court has since 2015 passed several orders while considering …

SC declines plea to lift cracker ban in Delhi
1 year, 4 months ago

SC declines plea to lift cracker ban in Delhi

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined a plea by BJP MP Manoj Tiwari to lift its ban on the production, storage, sale and bursting of fire crackers in the national capital. Green crackers On Wednesday, Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, appearing for the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation, said the government entity had taken steps to expedite the usage of …

'Won't Interfere With Firecracker Ban In Delhi, Find Other Ways To Celebrate': Supreme Court To Manoj Tiwari MP
1 year, 4 months ago

'Won't Interfere With Firecracker Ban In Delhi, Find Other Ways To Celebrate': Supreme Court To Manoj Tiwari MP

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday told BJP MP Manoj Tiwari that it won't interfere with the firecracker ban imposed in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Tiwari's counsel argued before a bench comprising Justices AS Bopanna and MM Sundresh that the Delhi Government has imposed an absolute ban on the sale and use of firecrackers, despite the orders of the …

Bio-decomposer to Douse Farm Fires, Green Crackers for Diwali: Bhupender Yadav Clears Air in Interview
2 years, 2 months ago

Bio-decomposer to Douse Farm Fires, Green Crackers for Diwali: Bhupender Yadav Clears Air in Interview

News 18  

One of the top priorities of the government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been the nagging issue of climate change. With respect to the prevention and control of paddy stubble burning: MoEF&CC in coordination with CAQM, has finalised a policy to curb the air pollution menace occurring every year in Delhi and National Capital Region The policy contains sector-wise …

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 …

Diwali 2022: Ban on crackers in Delhi. What are guidelines in other states?
2 years, 2 months ago

Diwali 2022: Ban on crackers in Delhi. What are guidelines in other states?

Hindustan Times  

Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated across the country on Monday. Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai on Wednesday said bursting of crackers on Diwali in Delhi can lead to a jail term of up to six months and a fine of ₹200. State environment, science and technology minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hare said manufacturing, stock, distribution, sale and …

Two held for sale of illegal firecrackers in Noida ahead of Diwali
2 years, 2 months ago

Two held for sale of illegal firecrackers in Noida ahead of Diwali

Hindustan Times  

In two separate raids, two suspects were arrested by Gautam Budh Nagar police on Sunday for illegal storage and sale of illegal firecrackers. “We are following the government order and police will take strict action if any offenders are caught,” said Suhas LY, Gautam Budh Nagar district magistrate. Although green crackers are allowed, joint commissioner of police, Ravi Shankar Chhabi, …

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 …

Amidst firecracker bans in several states, traders in Telangana expect roaring business as Diwali nears
2 years, 2 months ago

Amidst firecracker bans in several states, traders in Telangana expect roaring business as Diwali nears

Op India  

Telangana is set to celebrate Diwali with the dazzling lights of diyas and stunning vistas of the fireworks, amidst other states prohibiting the usage of firecrackers ahead of the Hindu festival. According to Manik Rao, owner of Bhavani Crackers,” as per Supreme Court rules, all licensed dealers have planned to offer green firecrackers this year.” They have prohibited the production …

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 …

Diwali 2022: List of states which have banned firecrackers and penalties for violating them
2 years, 2 months ago

Diwali 2022: List of states which have banned firecrackers and penalties for violating them

India Today  

The biggest festival of lights, Diwali, is around the corner. Punjab: The state will allow a window of two hours from 8 pm to 10 pm for burst firecrackers on October 24, 2022. The state environment, science and technology minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer also permitted the bursting of crackers from 4 am to 5 am and 9 pm to …

Delhiites could be jailed for bursting firecrackers on Deepavali
2 years, 2 months ago

Delhiites could be jailed for bursting firecrackers on Deepavali

The Hindu  

People who buy and burst firecrackers in Delhi during Deepavali will be fined ₹200 and could face imprisonment up to six months. Last month, the government had imposed a ban on the production, sale and use of firecrackers, including green crackers, till January 1, 2023 to contain air pollution during winter. In another development, the Delhi government will light 51,000 …

Diwali 2022: Mumbai Police warns against sale firecrackers without permission
2 years, 2 months ago

Diwali 2022: Mumbai Police warns against sale firecrackers without permission

Hindustan Times  

The Mumbai Police issued a notice on Wednesday regarding the sale of firecrackers ahead of Diwali, stating those selling firecrackers without a licence will face consequences. Sellers of firecrackers in the city limits must have a license granted by the commissioner of police or any other designated police officer or the state government. According to the notice issued by deputy …

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 …

Ban no bar: Delhi cracker sales continue unabated
2 years, 3 months ago

Ban no bar: Delhi cracker sales continue unabated

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: There may be a complete ban on sale, manufacture, storage and use of all types of firecrackers in the Capital, but clandestine sales are continuing unabated – both online and in some of Delhi’s busiest markets ahead of Diwali. “Deliveries can be made anywhere across Delhi and you can order stock upwards of ₹1,000 and even up to …

Diwali 2022: List of states which have banned firecrackers
2 years, 3 months ago

Diwali 2022: List of states which have banned firecrackers

Hindustan Times  

With a few days left for Diwali, some state governments have already laid down norms for bursting firecrackers this year. Check the status of bursting crackers in these states/ UT: Delhi The Delhi government has passed an order banning the storage, sale, and use of all types of firecrackers in the national capital till January 1, 2023. Gurmeet Singh Meet …

Plea In Delhi HC Challenges DPCC's Blanket Ban On Sale And Bursting Of Firecrackers In National Capital
2 years, 3 months ago

Plea In Delhi HC Challenges DPCC's Blanket Ban On Sale And Bursting Of Firecrackers In National Capital

Live Law  

A plea has been filed in the Delhi High Court challenging the direction issued by Delhi Pollution Control Committee on September 14 for a complete ban on manufacturing, storage, sale and bursting of all kinds of firecrackers till January 1, 2023 in the national capital. The plea has been moved by two entities, engaged in storing and selling of green …

Delhi reimposes ban on all crackers till January
2 years, 4 months ago

Delhi reimposes ban on all crackers till January

Hindustan Times  

A complete ban on the use, sale and production of firecrackers in Delhi was reinstated on Wednesday, environment minister Gopal Rai announced, adding that the restrictions will remain in place till January 1 and will also cover online sale and delivery. “.to save people from pollution in Delhi like last year this time also the production, storage, sale and use …

Watch this video that captures the stunning visuals of Diwali in Bengaluru
3 years, 2 months ago

Watch this video that captures the stunning visuals of Diwali in Bengaluru

Op India  

Bengaluru was illuminated on the occasion of Diwali. A mesmerising video of Diwali celebrations across the expanse of Bengaluru captured the ethereal magnificence that swept over the city. The 18-seconds long hyperlapse video, which was presumably captured on a drone and uploaded by Srihari Karanth, shows the breathtaking bird-eye view of the Bengaluru city on the night of Diwali. Ahead …

Haryana bans use and sale of crackers in all 14 NCR districts in state
3 years, 2 months ago

Haryana bans use and sale of crackers in all 14 NCR districts in state

Hindustan Times  

The Haryana government on Sunday ordered a ban, with immediate effect, on the sale and use of fire crackers in all 14 districts of the state which come under the National Capital Region. The 14 Haryana districts which fall in the NCR and, thus, will see a blanket ban on the sale and use of fire crackers are: Bhiwani, Charkhi …

Karnataka Diwali guidelines: Only green crackers allowed for sale, Covid protocol mandatory
3 years, 2 months ago

Karnataka Diwali guidelines: Only green crackers allowed for sale, Covid protocol mandatory

India TV News  

Ahead of Diwali, the Karnataka govt on Saturday issued new guidelines regarding the sale of firecrackers and covid protocol. As part of the guidelines, firecrackers are prohibited to be sold, except green crackers. Dealers have taken permission to sell these crackers starting November 1 and will sell them till November 20. Dealers who have taken permission from the authorities for …

Only 'green crackers' permitted in Bengal for 2 hours during Diwali
3 years, 2 months ago

Only 'green crackers' permitted in Bengal for 2 hours during Diwali

Hindustan Times  

The West Bengal Pollution Control Board on Wednesday announced that only green crackers can be sold in the state and bursting of such firecrackers shall be allowed for two hours -- between 8pm and 10pm -- during Diwali and for two hours on Chhath. “Considering the fact that bursting of fire crackers releases harmful chemicals, having severe impact on the …

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