Indian Constitution & Basic Structure
Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.
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Supreme Court's Trial Relaxation on Green Crackers in Delhi-NCR to Balance Festive Traditions and Air Pollution Concerns
The Supreme Court relaxed the absolute ban on firecrackers in Delhi-NCR, allowing the use of green crackers on a test case basis during Diwali. This order, passed by a bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, aims to find a middle ground between cultural practices and the growing public health crisis from air pollution, as complete bans have proven hard to enforce and led to smuggling of more harmful crackers.
Supreme Court Relaxes Firecracker Ban in Delhi-NCR for Diwali: Green Crackers Allowed on Trial Basis with Strict Timings
The Supreme Court has relaxed the complete ban on firecrackers in Delhi-NCR for Diwali, permitting the sale and use of green crackers on a trial basis for two days from October 18 to 20, 2025, with specific timings, following requests from the Centre and considering enforcement challenges, to test if regulated use can balance cultural celebrations with air quality protection amid rising pollution concerns.