It's that time of year again when the air sparkles with laughter, lights, and the familiar thrill of Diwali crackers. But this season, there’s a greener way to keep the fun alive, with beej phatakas, ...

As Diwali approaches, markets across the country light up with festive cheer and firecrackers. But if you live in Delhi-NCR, buying and bursting crackers comes with a long list of dos and don'ts ...

Diwali 2025: Women dressed in traditional attire light sparklers, on the occasion of Diwali, in Prayagraj on Monday. (ANI Photo)(Nitin Sharma) Last week, the Supreme Court permitted the sale and ...

As Diwali lights up the skies tonight, discussions around green crackers have once again taken centre stage. These eco-friendly alternatives promise cleaner celebrations, but experts say they are not ...

Delhi recorded "very poor" air quality for the sixth consecutive day on Sunday, with the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching above 300. The air quality has been worsening over the past ...

Diwali firecrackers cause raging debates every year around this time due to rising air pollution levels, especially in the Delhi-National Capital Region. Attempts at banning firecrackers have had a ...

Eco-friendly firecrackers can be fun too! Read on to know more. Diwali 2025 firecracker ban: As the Supreme Court relaxed the ban on firecrackers this Diwali, green crackers may make their comeback in ...

Delhi-NCR experiences severe air pollution as green and regular crackers fuel Diwali celebrations, even as festive trade hits record highs The unchecked bursting of firecrackers in violation of the ...

Sound and light are defining motifs of Diwali. But neither is simple. Crackers are loud reminders that elite and mass cultures talk past each other, year after year ...