Earlier, Rai had requested the Centre to convene a meeting of all NCR states to collaboratively develop an action plan to combat pollution

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The petitioners contended that the absolute ban by the DPCC is in contravention of the orders of the Supreme Court and the National Green Tribunal, which never provided for such a blanket prohibition

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Delhi government’s move to prohibit the production and distribution of firecrackers, including green crackers, until 1 January 2023 aims at preventing the air quality from deteriorating, especially during Diwali. But the move comes with many unintended repercussions

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The new ruling by the Supreme Court against the complete ban on firecrackers, has been greeted with outrage or relief – and some scepticism. “Sounds more like a war zone than a puja!” laughs Anita Yadav, resident of a complex building in Sainik Farms. During Dussehra, some of the residents, and neighbours build a small […]

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