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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis orders inquiry into Nagpur explosives factory blast

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered a comprehensive investigation into the incident, expressing his condolences and ensuring prompt medical care for the injured.

Published 139 days ago

Indian man stunned as Dubai ground turns spotless overnight after Diwali

After Diwali celebrations in Dubai, an Indian man posted a video appreciating cleaners for clearing fireworks waste overnight.

Published 264 days ago

Video: Mumbai woman’s hair catches fire as Diwali firecracker bursts too close

The video of the incident was captured on camera.

Updated 267 days ago

British YouTuber's firecracker stunt injures Indian girl: 'All costs were paid'

UK streamer Sam Pepper (R) accused of injuring a girl with a firecracker.

Updated 268 days ago

2 more years for Delhi to be breathable: BJP MP's big remark amid pollution woes

A commuter with his face covered in cloth rides along a bridge across river Yamuna in New Delhi.

Updated 270 days ago

5 Tech alternatives to fireworks for a vibrant and fun Diwali 2025

Check out these five safe and fun tech alternatives to fireworks this Diwali.

Published 271 days ago

Mumbai surgeon shares 5essential tips to handle burn injuries for a safe Diwali

Firecrackers injuries happen every Diwali, and knowing how to deal with them can help in first aid.

Updated 272 days ago

Big bang theory: The intriguing history of fireworks

A depiction of early experiments in China. First it was discovered that air pockets in the bamboo stalk explode with heat. When gunpowder was invented, the two were then combined. Paper wrapping came much later. (Adobe Stock)

Updated 273 days ago

Delhi fire service boosts readiness as city decks up for Diwali. Check details

Quick response vehicles would be kept on standby from 5 pm to 12 am on both days to handle emergencies swiftly.

Published 274 days ago

What's allowed and what's not as Supreme Court allows green crackers on Diwali

Additional beat staff and enforcement teams will take immediate action in case of any breach, where illegal stocks of firecrackers would be seized and violations would result in heavy penalties.

Updated 275 days ago

Illegal firecracker sale tightens grip on Delhi

Firecrackers on sale near Jama Masjid on Wednesday. (Arvind Yadav/HT Photo)

Updated 275 days ago

Delhi Diwali: Supreme Court's nod to green crackers draws mixed reactions

Several Delhiites have been overjoyed at the thought of being able to burst crackers this Diwali, without worrying about any legal implications.

Published 276 days ago

Delhi allows sale of firecrackers during Diwali: timings, rules

Under the new guidelines, firecrackers may be burst only during two daily time slots—between 6 am and 7 am, and again from 8 pm to 10 pm—over four days from October 18 to 21.

Updated 276 days ago

Why SC allowed sale, bursting of green crackers in Delhi-NCR on Diwali

The Supreme Court said crackers from outside Delhi-NCR cannot be sold here, and if found, sellers' licences will be suspended.

Updated 276 days ago

Cracker ban set to go for now, here's how Delhi govt is prepping for Diwali

Over a week ahead of Diwali, the Delhi government has sought to lift the ban on firecrackers, informing the court in an affidavit about several measures it has planned

Published 279 days ago

Delhi and the firecracker debate go back a long way: A 1961 redux

On Friday, the Supreme Court said that it will lift the ban for the “time being”. “However, we will confine it to certain time limits,” it said.

Published 280 days ago

Delhi banks on ‘green crackers’ this Diwali: What are they? The risks they pose

Green crackers release a reduced amount of harmful pollutants.

Published 280 days ago

Six dead, two injured in fire at Andhra crackers manufacturing unit

Fire Incident in Konasheema in cracker manufacturing unit.

Updated 283 days ago

SC permits manufacturing of green firecrackers in Delhi NCR, bars sale

People light fire crackers during Diwali, the festival of lights

Updated 295 days ago

Police arrest owner of Gujarat firecracker factory where blast left 21 dead

The blast at the firecracker warehouse led to a blaze and collapse of the building in Gujarat's Banaskantha district.

Published 472 days ago

On camera, teen lights up firecracker inside Gandhi statue's mouth in Hyderabad

The viral video shows a teen burning a firecracker stuck to the mouth of a Mahatma Gandhi statue in Hyderabad.

Published 621 days ago

Delhi woman told to ‘leave the country’ over post on dog’s fireworks anxiety

A Delhi pet owner shared her dog's distress during Diwali fireworks, sparking online debate.

Published 622 days ago

IIT Dhanbad students launch dustbin in the air with Diwali rocket. Watch

IIT students celebrated Diwali creatively, launching a dustbin with firework

Published 623 days ago

Mob attacks family for bursting firecrackers in Faridabad

A mob with sticks and stones attacked a family in Faridabad for bursting firecrackers (Representational image)

Updated 623 days ago

20-year-old man killed over bursting of crackers in Mumbai; five held

20-year-old man killed over bursting of crackers in Mumbai; five held

Updated 624 days ago

Delhi Fire Dept records highest Diwali emergency calls in 10 years; 3 dead

People light firecrackers during the celebrations to mark Diwali in New Delhi.

Updated 624 days ago

Pollution-free Diwali: 5 ways to celebrate this Diwali without crackers

This Diwali, celebrate the festival by opting for pollution-free alternatives.

Published 626 days ago

Arvind Kejriwal day before Diwali: 'Don't burst crackers. Koi ehsaan nahi…’

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal.

Updated 625 days ago

Kerala: Over 150 injured, 8 critical, in fireworks accident at temple festival

A police officer scans the scene where an explosion occurred Monday night when a fireworks storage facility caught fire injuring several people during a festival at Veerarkavu Hindu temple, at Neeleswaram in Kasargod district, Kerala, on Tuesday,

Updated 627 days ago

Bengaluru gets vigilance team to enforce cracker safety rules for Diwali: Report

Deputy Commissioner mandates inspections and documentation for firecracker sales in Bengaluru.

Published 633 days ago

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