Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs UP And Haryana To Impose Complete Ban On Firecrackers Similar To Delhi
4 days, 3 hours ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs UP And Haryana To Impose Complete Ban On Firecrackers Similar To Delhi

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the states of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to implement complete bans on firecrackers similar to that imposed in Delhi. The Supreme Court today heard the matter concerning air pollution in Delhi-NCR, focusing on the year-round ban on firecrackers, the Graded Response Action Plan, and implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016. In its order, the Court noted: “In exercise of powers under Section 5 of the Environment Protection Act, 1993, the Delhi government has enforced a complete ban on the manufacture, storage, selling, including delivery through online marketing platforms, and bursting of all kinds of firecrackers in NCT of Delhi throughout the year with immediate effect.” The bench further stated that such a ban would be effective only if other NCR states imposed similar restrictions. On December 12, the Supreme Court directed the Delhi government and NCR states to decide on a complete year-round ban on firecrackers, including their manufacture, storage, sale, distribution, and use.

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Total ban on crackers in Delhi, top court told
3 days, 14 hours 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 …

Permanent ban imposed on crackers, Delhi tells Supreme Court
3 days, 19 hours ago

Permanent ban imposed on crackers, Delhi tells Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Delhi government informed the Supreme Court on Thursday that it had imposed an “all-pervasive, permanent” ban on firecrackers with immediate effect. “The State government has enforced a complete ban on the manufacture, storage, selling, including delivery through online marketing platforms, and bursting of all kinds of firecrackers in the National Capital Territory of Delhi throughout the year with immediate …

Supreme Court directs UP, Haryana to impose complete ban on firecrackers as Delhi's air quality worsens
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4 days, 14 hours ago

Supreme Court directs UP, Haryana to impose complete ban on firecrackers as Delhi's air quality worsens

India TV News  

Delhi-NCR air pollution: The Supreme Court on Thursday directed Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to implement complete bans on firecrackers, similar to the measures in place in Delhi, due to the worsening air quality in the national capital and its neighboring areas. The Supreme Court today heard the issue of air pollution in Delhi-NCR, discussing the implementation of a year-round ban …

Ban on firecrackers to be permanent, Delhi govt tells Supreme Court
1 week, 3 days ago

Ban on firecrackers to be permanent, Delhi govt tells Supreme Court

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi government has decided to ban firecrackers throughout the year in the Capital, and will file a response in this regard in the Supreme Court before it takes up the issue next week. On November 11, the top court asked Delhi and national capital region states Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Rajasthan to decide on a permanent ban on firecrackers …

Year-Round Ban On Firecrackers Required Not Just To Curb Air Pollution But Also To Curb Noise Pollution: Supreme Court
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1 week, 3 days ago

Year-Round Ban On Firecrackers Required Not Just To Curb Air Pollution But Also To Curb Noise Pollution: Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed Delhi government and NCR states to decide on a complete year-round ban on firecrackers, including manufacture, storage, sale, distribution, and use. The Court dealing with the MC Mehta Case regarding measures to curb air pollution in Delhi NCR. Last month, the Court had said that it will take a call on imposing a year-round …

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs NCR States To Urge Workers' Unions To Register In Portal To Receive Allowance During Construction Ban
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Directs NCR States To Urge Workers' Unions To Register In Portal To Receive Allowance During Construction Ban

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the NCR states - Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana- to convene a meeting with all workers' Unions and appeal to them to get the workers registered in the online portal so that they become eligible to receive the subsistence allowance paid during the period when they remain unemployed due to the ban on …

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the Delhi Air Pollution matter. A bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih will hear the matter at 3.30 PM.On Monday, the Court had observed that it would allow the relaxation of GRAP-4 restrictions only after seeing a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index. A bench comprising Justice …

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the Delhi Air Pollution matter. A bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih will hear the matter at 3.30 PM.On Monday, the Court had observed that it would allow the relaxation of GRAP-4 restrictions only after seeing a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index. A bench comprising Justice …

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi Air Pollution - Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the Delhi Air Pollution matter. A bench comprising Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih will hear the matter at 3.30 PM.On Monday, the Court had observed that it would allow the relaxation of GRAP-4 restrictions only after seeing a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index. A bench comprising Justice …

Delhi Air Pollution | Will Take A Call On Banning Firecrackers, Says Supreme Court
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Will Take A Call On Banning Firecrackers, Says Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today said that it will take a call on imposing a year-round ban on firecrackers in Delhi NCR on Monday after hearing the Delhi government and NCR states. Today, the Court also proposed to hold detailed, issue-specific hearings on air pollution beginning in January, while addressing emergency concerns in the interim. Let us have regular detailed hearings …

Delhi Air Pollution | Parents Belonging To Underprivileged Sections Urge Supreme Court To Review Suspension Of Physical Classes
1 month ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Parents Belonging To Underprivileged Sections Urge Supreme Court To Review Suspension Of Physical Classes

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Friday heard an application filed by parents of students belonging to the underprivileged communities raising concerns about the Delhi Government's order suspending physical classes for students up to Class 12 amidst the air pollution crisis.The bench of Justice AS Oka and Justice AG Masih was hearing a batch of petitions regarding the worsening air pollution. The …

Delhi air pollution: Supreme Court flags GRAP-4 lapses, seeks report on heavy vehicles' entry
1 month ago

Delhi air pollution: Supreme Court flags GRAP-4 lapses, seeks report on heavy vehicles' entry

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Friday resumed hearing in the plea seeking directions to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR. The Supreme Court held that the Delhi government and city police failed to implement GRAP Stage 4 restrictions regarding heavy vehicles entering the Capital. During the last hearing earlier this week over air pollution in Delhi and its nearby cities of Noida, …

Punjab actively needs to curb farm fires: Khattar on surging pollution levels
1 month ago

Punjab actively needs to curb farm fires: Khattar on surging pollution levels

Hindustan Times  

Union power minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday expressed concern over the surging pollution levels in the country and said that though Haryana has worked well in curbing the cases of stubble burning, Punjab still needs to work more. Punjab actively needs to curb farm fires: Khattar on surging pollution levels Khattar was in Karnal, his Lok Sabha constituency, to …

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Advises Use Of Masks Amid 'Severe+' Air Quality In Delhi-NCR
1 month ago

Delhi Air Pollution | Supreme Court Advises Use Of Masks Amid 'Severe+' Air Quality In Delhi-NCR

Live Law  

The Supreme Court has issued a circular calling for strict adherence to preventive health measures, including wearing masks, as air quality in Delhi-NCR continues to deteriorate. Referring to an order by the Commission for Air Quality Management dated November 17, 2024, the circular highlights the implementation of Stage-IV measures under the revised Graded Response Action Plan. The Supreme Court today …

No Respite From 'Severe' Air Quality In Delhi, Flights Delayed Due To Low Low Visibility
1 month ago

No Respite From 'Severe' Air Quality In Delhi, Flights Delayed Due To Low Low Visibility

ABP News  

The air quality in Delhi worsened in Delhi on Sunday with many areas in the "severe" category despite the Delhi government invoking restrictions under stage three of the Graded Response Action Plan. According to data by the Central Pollution Control Board, they recorded an Air Quality Index of 429 on Sunday, Several stations recorded "severe" air quality including Anand Vihar, …

Stricter GRAP-III measures likely in Delhi amid rising pollution crisis
1 month ago

Stricter GRAP-III measures likely in Delhi amid rising pollution crisis

India Today  

In a bid to tackle worsening air quality in Delhi, the Commission for Air Quality Management held a key meeting on Saturday to impose stricter Stage-III measures under the Graded Response Action Plan. The meeting identified major gaps, including violations at construction and demolition sites, a lack of Mobile Roadside Monitoring Stations, and weak action against vehicles without valid pollution …

Delhi air quality alert: AQI in ‘severe’ category as smog engulfs national capital
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi air quality alert: AQI in ‘severe’ category as smog engulfs national capital

India TV News  

Delhi’s air quality deteriorated on Sunday, with the Air Quality Index moving to 433 and placed in the “severe” category. The Delhi Traffic Police on Friday issued 550 challans and collected a fine of Rs 1 crore for violations, including prohibited use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles, along with hitting vehicles 4,855 without proper pollution certificates amounting to …

Supreme Court To Address Delhi's Severe Pollution On Monday; Amicus Curiae Raises Concerns Over Lack of Pre-emptive Action
1 month, 1 week ago

Supreme Court To Address Delhi's Severe Pollution On Monday; Amicus Curiae Raises Concerns Over Lack of Pre-emptive Action

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will address the issue of severe level of air pollution in Delhi-NCR on Monday. The Court has been dealing with air pollution by various sources such as stubble burning, firecrackers, vehicular pollution, garbage burning, industrial pollution etc. Additionally, the Court has been dealing with the issue of air pollution Delhi from stubble burning in the states of …

As Delhi turns gas chamber, what should we ban today?
1 month, 1 week ago

As Delhi turns gas chamber, what should we ban today?

India Today  

On November 13, a day after the Supreme Court suggested a year-round cracker ban, Delhi woke up to one of its worst bad-air days. If firecrackers are burnt in this fashion, it also affects the fundamental right to health of the citizens," the Supreme Court observed as it heard a case on air pollution in Delhi. Air Quality Index data …

Perpetual firecracker ban needs serious work
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1 month, 1 week ago

Perpetual firecracker ban needs serious work

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court’s direction to the Delhi government to decide within two weeks if there should be a year-round ban on firecrackers comes in the context of the city’s abysmal air quality. Delhi is likely to end 2024 without a single good air day, and an HT analysis shows that despite overall improvement in the Capital, the air quality in …

Take call on permanent firecracker ban: Supreme Court to Delhi govt
1 month, 1 week ago

Take call on permanent firecracker ban: Supreme Court to Delhi govt

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Monday said that no religion wants to promote pollution, stressing that every citizen has a fundamental right to live in a pollution-free environment and giving the Delhi government two weeks to decide on whether the Capital should have a permanent ban on firecrackers throughout the year. Posting the matter on November 25, the bench, also comprising …

No religion encourages air pollution, India’s top court says as air quality worsens
1 month, 1 week ago

No religion encourages air pollution, India’s top court says as air quality worsens

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Supreme Court of India …

Air quality ‘poor’, Supreme Court raps Delhi police for not imposing cracker ban
1 month, 1 week ago

Air quality ‘poor’, Supreme Court raps Delhi police for not imposing cracker ban

Hindustan Times  

Calling it a mere "eyewash", the Supreme Court came down heavily on the Delhi police for failing to comprehensively implement the firecracker ban in the national capital and only seizing raw materials. An anti-smog gun being used to spray water droplets to curb air pollution A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih therefore directed the Delhi …

'No Religion Encourages Any Activity Which Creates Pollution' : Supreme Court On Firecracker Ban Violation In Delhi On Diwali
1 month, 1 week ago

'No Religion Encourages Any Activity Which Creates Pollution' : Supreme Court On Firecracker Ban Violation In Delhi On Diwali

Live Law  

In the context of the use of firecrackers in Delhi which led to a worsening of air quality in Delhi-NCr, the Supreme Court on Monday observed that no religion encouraged any activity which created pollution. Last week, the Court had called upon the Delhi Government and the Delhi Police Commissioner to explain how the firecracker ban was imposed in Delhi, …

'No Religion Encourages Any Activity Which Creates Pollution' : Supreme Court On Firecracker Ban Violation In Delhi On Diwali
1 month, 1 week ago

'No Religion Encourages Any Activity Which Creates Pollution' : Supreme Court On Firecracker Ban Violation In Delhi On Diwali

Live Law  

In the context of the use of firecrackers in Delhi which led to a worsening of air quality in Delhi-NCr, the Supreme Court on Monday observed that no religion encouraged any activity which created pollution. Last week, the Court had called upon the Delhi Government and the Delhi Police Commissioner to explain how the firecracker ban was imposed in Delhi, …

‘No religion encourages pollution… firecrackers affect fundamental right to health,’ says SC on Delhi air quality
1 month, 1 week ago

‘No religion encourages pollution… firecrackers affect fundamental right to health,’ says SC on Delhi air quality

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court of India on Monday noted that the right to health is a fundamental right of citizens and that no religion encourages pollution. Further, the SC directed the Delhi Police Commissioner to form a special cell to ensure the effective implementation of the ban on firecrackers, newswire ANI reported. The Live Law report added that the SC was …

Air pollution: SC asks why there was no permanent firecracker ban when pollution is year-round issue
1 month, 1 week ago

Air pollution: SC asks why there was no permanent firecracker ban when pollution is year-round issue

India TV News  

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court asked the Delhi government why there was no permanent nationwide ban on firecrackers when air pollution remains a year-round issue in the national capital. The top court also directed the Delhi police commissioner to form special cell to impose firecrackers ban. The court further directed the Delhi Police Commissioner to file a personal affidavit putting …

No religion encourages pollution: Supreme Court for round-the-year firecracker ban
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

No religion encourages pollution: Supreme Court for round-the-year firecracker ban

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned why there wasn't a permanent, nationwide ban on firecrackers, and restrictions are applied only during specific months in Delhi when air pollution remains a year-round issue in the national capital. The court also scrutinised the Delhi government's order passed on October 14, which banned the manufacture and sale of firecrackers but allowed exceptions for …

Delhi Air Pollution: SC pulls up Delhi govt, police commissioner for not implementing firecracker ban — ‘Strict action…’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Air Pollution: SC pulls up Delhi govt, police commissioner for not implementing firecracker ban — ‘Strict action…’

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court on Monday reprimanded authorities over rampant violations of the firecracker ban in Delhi during Diwali. On November 4, the Supreme Court bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih ascertained that the government's restrictions on bursting firecrackers were totally non-compliant, citing newspaper reports. “The Supreme Court has taken very seriously the fact that the ban …

Delhi’s air quality worsens as people defy ban on Diwali fireworks
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi’s air quality worsens as people defy ban on Diwali fireworks

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Delhi has once again become …

AAP Denies 'Hindu-Muslim' Angle to Firecracker Ban in Delhi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

AAP Denies 'Hindu-Muslim' Angle to Firecracker Ban in Delhi

Deccan Chronicle  

AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal defends the ban on firecrackers in Delhi, stating that it is necessary for protecting people from pollution. He emphasizes that the ban is not discriminatory and that it is not a Hindu-Muslim issue. The Delhi government's directive also includes restrictions on online sales and deliveries, aiming to reduce pollution and light up the city with 'diya' …

Delhi and Beyond: Complete Firecracker Ban This Diwali
1 month, 3 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
1 month, 3 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 and Beyond Ban on Firecrackers: What You Need to Know
2 months 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 …

Delhi Pollution: AAP Govt Launches 'Red Light On, Gaadi Off' Campaign to Curb Emissions
2 months ago

Delhi Pollution: AAP Govt Launches 'Red Light On, Gaadi Off' Campaign to Curb Emissions

Live Mint  

Delhi's Environment Minister launches a campaign to curb vehicular emissions and air pollution in the city. The campaign, named 'Red Light On, Gaadi Off', encourages people to switch off their vehicle engines while waiting at red lights or traffic lights to curb emissions. The campaign kicked off at the ITO crossing in Delhi, with volunteers holding placards and distributing roses …

Stubble Burning Begins Around Delhi, Supreme Court Says 'We Want Answers On Friday!'
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Stubble Burning Begins Around Delhi, Supreme Court Says 'We Want Answers On Friday!'

ABP News  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that it wants answers on the fresh cases of stubble burning around Delhi. In October 2023, the top court directed the Commission for Air Quality Management to submit a report detailing the steps taken to tackle the worsening air quality in and around the national capital. Taking note of the worsening air quality in …

Firecrackers banned in Delhi till January 1
3 months, 1 week ago

Firecrackers banned in Delhi till January 1

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: To reduce air pollution, which peaks during the winter, the AAP-led Delhi government on Monday announced a complete ban on the production, sale, and use of firecrackers until January 1, 2025. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said the Delhi Police, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee, and the Revenue Department will ensure strict enforcement of the ban. Rai said …

Delhi govt. imposes ban on firecrackers till January 1
3 months, 1 week ago

Delhi govt. imposes ban on firecrackers till January 1

The Hindu  

The Delhi government on Monday banned the production, sale, and use of all types of firecrackers in the national capital till January 1 to control air pollution in the winter season. The fresh prohibition has come days after Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said his government will soon roll out a 21-point Winter Action Plan to tackle air pollution. ‘Go …

Delhi Govt Imposes Total Ban On Production, Sale, And Use Of Firecrackers Till Jan 1, Here's Why
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Govt Imposes Total Ban On Production, Sale, And Use Of Firecrackers Till Jan 1, Here's Why

ABP News  

New Delhi: The Delhi government on Monday banned the production, sale and use of firecrackers in the national capital to control air pollution in the coming winter season. In a press statement, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that the ban is necessary to mitigate the seasonal surge in air pollution, which is worsened by firecrackers. "In light of this situation, …

AAP government in Delhi bans production, sale of firecrackers till January 1, details
3 months, 2 weeks ago

AAP government in Delhi bans production, sale of firecrackers till January 1, details

Op India  

In a bid to ‘combat air pollution’ during the upcoming winter season, the Delhi government led by the Aam Aadmi Party has decided to ban the production, sale, and usage of firecrackers in the national capital. “The ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers will remain in force till January 1, 2025,” Rai said in the statement. …

Delhi Government Bans Storage, Production And Sale of Firecrackers Till January 1 To Curb Air Pollution
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Government Bans Storage, Production And Sale of Firecrackers Till January 1 To Curb Air Pollution

News 18  

The Delhi government on Monday banned the production, sale and use of firecrackers in the national capital to control air pollution in the coming winter season. In a press statement, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that the ban is necessary to mitigate the seasonal surge in air pollution, which is worsened by firecrackers. Delhi: AAP Minister Gopal Rai says, “In …

Delhi imposes 'complete ban' on sale, purchase of firecrackers till January 1
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi imposes 'complete ban' on sale, purchase of firecrackers till January 1

India Today  

The Delhi government has once again enforced a "complete ban" on the production, sale, and use of all types of firecrackers, including online sales, in a move to prevent pollution in the national capital during the festive season. "Given the heightened risk of pollution during the winter season, we have imposed a complete ban on the production, storage, sale, and …

‘Take cue from Haryana’: SC raps Punjab govt on not curbing stubble burning
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Take cue from Haryana’: SC raps Punjab govt on not curbing stubble burning

Live Mint  

National Capital Delhi's air quality deteriorated over night and the main factor responsible for the worsening condition of Delhi's air pollution is being cited to stubble burning ahead of winters. The apex court made a note of Punjab government's report that 8,481 meetings have been held with farmers and farm leaders to convince them to not burn paddy straws by …

Buses except CNG, electric, BS-VI diesel likely to be barred from entering Delhi
1 year, 1 month ago

Buses except CNG, electric, BS-VI diesel likely to be barred from entering Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Buses not running on Compressed Natural Gas, electricity, or adhering to the Bharat Stage VI diesel emission standards may be barred from entering the national capital in view of the pollution situation, news agency PTI reported. The report suggests that the authorities are likely to impose a complete ban on passenger buses except those running on CNG, electricity and BS-VI …

Firecrackers foul the air, and pollution kills
1 year, 1 month ago

Firecrackers foul the air, and pollution kills

Hindustan Times  

Air pollution in the National Capital Region peaked in the days ahead of Diwali on account of stubble burning in Punjab, forcing the state government to declare an early winter break for schools and implement a series of measures to contain the situation. Delhi’s 24-hour average air quality index on Sunday was recorded at 218 at 4pm by the Central …

Cracker ban violation sparks AAP-BJP war of words
1 year, 1 month ago

Cracker ban violation sparks AAP-BJP war of words

The Hindu  

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Monday alleged that air pollution levels in the national capital shot up as Bharatiya Janata Party leaders instigated residents to burn firecrackers, which were transported into the city from BJP-ruled Haryana and Uttar Pradesh for Deepavali. Reacting to it, the BJP said the ruling Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi “should stop peddling lies” and …

‘Crackers burnt in capital brought from BJP-ruled UP, Haryana’: Delhi minister
1 year, 1 month 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 …

‘Targetted use of firecrackers’: Gopal Rai blames BJP for Delhi air pollution
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Targetted use of firecrackers’: Gopal Rai blames BJP for Delhi air pollution

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai on Monday blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party for a sudden drop in air quality on Sunday evening, saying the party’s leaders were behind the “targetted” use of firecrackers in parts of the national Capital on Diwali, a charge that was promptly denied by the BJP which accused the Aam Aadmi Party governments in …

Videos: Delhi-NCR flouts firecracker ban, smog blankets several parts of city
1 year, 1 month ago

Videos: Delhi-NCR flouts firecracker ban, smog blankets several parts of city

India Today  

Despite the Supreme Court's ban on firecrackers to curb pollution levels, several Delhi localities witnessed blatant violations as residents burst fireworks. Notable areas where people gathered to burst crackers included Shahpur Jat and Hauz Khas, with increased activity post 4 pm, although the scale was significantly lower than the previous year. Environmental activist Bhavreen Kandhari reported similar infringements in Defence …

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