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Polluted Delhi Tries ‘Green’ Fireworks to Clear the Air at Diwali 8 November 2026 at 05:01

Polluted Delhi Tries ‘Green’ Fireworks to Clear the Air at Diwali

8 November 2026 at 05:01

India’s top court decreed that only more environmentally friendly fireworks could be set off this weekend, citing air quality concerns. But environmental activists call it a “green wash.”

A drone show for Diwali in New Delhi’s Central Park on Friday.

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Polluted Delhi Tries ‘Green’ Fireworks to Clear the Air at Diwali 8 November 2026 at 05:01

Polluted Delhi Tries ‘Green’ Fireworks to Clear the Air at Diwali

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By: Jeremy W. Peters and Suhasini Raj

8 November 2026 at 05:01

India’s top court decreed that only more environmentally friendly fireworks could be set off this weekend, citing air quality concerns. But environmental activists call it a “green wash.”