Delhi Diwali

As Delhi Dodged Diwali Cracker Ban, Pollution Soared 5 Times Safe Limit

Delhi News | Edited by Nidhi Sethi | Saturday October 21, 2017

Though the air was cleaner this Diwali compared to last year when the government had to declare an "emergency situation", the air pollution in the national capital on Thursday soared to alarming levels, reaching as much as five times over the safe limit due to bursting of firecrackers despite a Supreme Court ban on their sale in Delhi-NCR, accordin...

Delhi's Cracker Ban Stutters But Pollution Levels Lower On Diwali

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Friday October 20, 2017

A quiet and promising evening gave way to thick haze and noise as Delhi celebrated Diwali on Thursday, dashing the hopes of cracker-free festivities, following a Supreme Court ban on the sale of firecrackers in the National Capital Region (NCR).

Firecrackers Won't Be Sold This Diwali In Delhi, Supreme Court Ban Till November 1

India News | Reported by A Vaidyanathan, Edited by Deepshikha Ghosh | Monday October 9, 2017

Firecrackers will not be sold in Delhi and nearby towns on Diwali this time as the Supreme Court has restored a ban on their sale till November 1, saying it wants to assess the difference to the air quality.

'50 Lakh Crackers Should Be Enough For Delhi,' Says Supreme Court

Delhi News | Reported by A Vaidyanathan, Edited by Anindita Sanyal | Tuesday September 12, 2017

Diwali this year may be quieter and healthier in Delhi, given an order from the Supreme Court that is expected to pare down the availability of firecrackers. In view of the recurring blanket of noxious fumes and the inevitable pollution-related illnesses people suffer after every Diwali, the top court halved the number of cracker sale licences to b...

Delhi's 'Severe' Air Quality Continues

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday November 3, 2016

Delhi on Thursday witnessed severe level of air quality on the fourth consecutive day after Diwali.

Over 300 Fire-Related Incidents Reported In Delhi On Diwali

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Monday October 31, 2016

Over 300 calls related to minor fire incidents were received by authorities from across the national capital during Diwali festivities, in which few people, including a child, sustained burn injuries.

Nearly 100 Minor Fires Reported In Delhi On Diwali, No Casualties

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Sunday October 30, 2016

Nearly 100 minor fire-related incidents were reported the city on Diwali on Sunday, but there were no casualties, an official said.

Haze Descends In New Delhi Ahead Of Diwali, Air Hazardous

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Sunday October 30, 2016

A distinct layer of haze shrouded Delhi a day ahead of Diwali with nearly stagnant wind movement, even as the city stares at two consecutive days of 'severe' air pollution, where fireworks will act as the chief trigger.

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung Wishes A Pollution-Free, Environmentally Safe Diwali

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Saturday October 29, 2016

Calling for pollution-free and environmentally safe celebrations, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung today greeted the citizens on the eve of Diwali.

Cancer-Causing Smoke In Delhi Air, Authorities Plead For 'No Crackers' This Diwali

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Friday October 28, 2016

Pollutant-loaded air continued to hang heavy in Delhi ahead of Diwali, prompting authorities to call for the festivities sans fireworks, which they said emit cancer-causing smoke.

Delhi Government Strengthens Drive Against Imported Firecrackers

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday October 18, 2016

The Delhi government today resolved to strengthen its drive against imported firecrackers ahead of Diwali, ordering inspection teams formed in this regard to check markets and godowns more frequently.

Air Quality in Delhi Severe After Diwali

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Thursday November 12, 2015

Air quality in Delhi plunged to a "severe" level following the Diwali celebration with pollutants rising 20 times in certain areas owing to incessant fireworks and bursting of firecrackers, notwithstanding appeals by authorities.

Air Quality in Delhi Drops as Diwali Festivities Kick In

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday November 11, 2015

Delhi's air quality witnessed a gradual regression on Diwali due to bursting of fireworks, with few areas of the city recording 'critical' level of pollution, while the rest fell largely in 'very poor' category on the air monitoring scale.

Delhi's Air Quality Fares Bad on Diwali Eve

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday November 10, 2015

The national capital's air quality oscillated between 'poor' and 'very poor' on the eve of Diwali, with fireworks and bursting of crackers during the festival expected to dangerously shoot up the level of suspended particulate matter.

Commuters in Delhi Likely to Dace Traffic Jams During Festive Season

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday November 10, 2015

Commuters in the national capital are likely to face congestion in the streets for the next two days due to steep increase in traffic volume during the festive season, even as additional personnel shall remain deployed to ensure smooth vehicular flow.