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, ...

This Diwali, skip the extravagance and focus on decluttering, quality time with loved ones (including furry friends), DIY rituals, and eco-conscious choices to make the festival truly meaningful ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

On October 15, the Supreme Court allowed the sale and bursting of green crackers in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) between October 18 and 21for Diwali. Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai ...

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 ...