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Delhi's Air Quality Crisis: Toxic Smog Blankets Capital for Second Day After Diwali Celebrations Despite Firecracker Restrictions
Oct 22, 2025 11:31 am CST
Delhi faces severe air pollution crisis as toxic smog engulfs the capital for a second consecutive day following Diwali, with AQI readings reaching 345 despite Supreme Court restrictions on firecrackers. Thirty-four of 38 monitoring stations report 'very poor' to 'severe' conditions, while PM2.5 levels soar to 100 times WHO recommended limits, sparking political tensions between AAP and BJP over pollution management failures.
Delhi's Green Diwali Experiment: Air Quality Data Reveals Limited Impact Despite Eco-Friendly Fireworks
Oct 21, 2025 11:30 am CST
Despite the Supreme Court's directive to use eco-friendly green crackers during Diwali celebrations, Delhi woke up to hazardous air quality with an AQI of 350. Historical data shows a concerning trend of severe post-Diwali pollution regardless of firecracker restrictions, raising questions about the effectiveness of current pollution control strategies and highlighting the ongoing public health crisis in India's capital region.
Delhi's Firecracker Ban Controversy: A Six-Decade Journey From 1961 to Present Supreme Court Deliberations
Oct 11, 2025 09:43 pm CST
Delhi's firecracker ban debate traces back to 1961 when the Deputy Ganj Committee first raised concerns about noise pollution from crackers. Despite early proposals for regulations, the government didn't approve a total ban. Sixty years later, the Supreme Court continues to navigate this issue, recently suggesting a complete prohibition is "neither practical nor ideal" while considering petitions for "green" firecrackers in Delhi-NCR, highlighting the long-standing struggle between tradition, public health, and environmental concerns in the rapidly growing capital.
Delhi CM Seeks Supreme Court Approval for Green Firecrackers During Diwali: Balancing Tradition and Environment
Oct 06, 2025 09:32 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has appealed to the Supreme Court to allow green firecrackers during Diwali, arguing that the festival feels incomplete without fireworks. The BJP-led government's stance marks a shift from the previous administration's total ban, aiming to balance cultural celebrations with environmental concerns in a city notorious for hazardous air quality during the festive season.