A joyous Deepavali for firecracker manufacturers in Sivakasi

The Supreme Court’s judgment permitting bursting of fireworks in Delhi-NCR during Deepavali after years has brought mixed emotions to the core. While environment activists are concerned about the implications, on this side of the Vindhyas, it has brought cheer and hope to the fireworks makers of Sivakasi. S. Sundar visits the town to learn…

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Kolkata Police restricts firecracker use, allows only ‘authorised green crackers’ for two hours on Diwali, Chhat Puja

The Calcutta High Court on Thursday directed the State government to submit a report on compliance with earlier directives to curb air and sound pollution during Diwali/Kali Puja Read More | Source: The Hindu…

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