Delhi Diwali

Delhi Police Register 550 Cases, Arrest More Than 300 On Diwali Night

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Thursday November 8, 2018

Over 550 cases were registered and more than 300 people arrested in Delhi on Diwali night for violating the Supreme Court's order on burning of fire crackers, officials said Thursday.

No Plans This Diwali? Here Are 5 Things To Do For Those Away From Home

India News | Written by Stela Dey | Wednesday November 7, 2018

Diwali, the festival of lights is here. For most, Diwali is about family get-togethers, reunion with friends, dinner with loved ones and poker night. However, for people staying away from home for work or studies who do not have plans this year, there are a number of things you can do rather than bursting crackers. So those introverts who do not wa...

Pollution Watchdog Recommends Ban On Heavy Vehicles In Delhi For 2 Days

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday November 6, 2018

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has recommended that entry of heavy vehicles in Delhi be banned for two days after Diwali, when air quality is expected to deteriorate further.

Thick Smog In Delhi Before Diwali, Pollution Over 20 Times Safe Limit

Delhi News | Edited By Debanish Achom | Monday November 5, 2018

The residents of Delhi woke up to a thick blanket of smog this morning amid warnings by weather officials of falling air quality in the national capital two days before Diwali. The levels of the pollutant PM2.5 was at a "hazardous" 644 or over 20 times the safe limit prescribed by the WHO this morning at south Delhi's Okhla, according to data from ...

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.