Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:15am on 02 Nov 2026,Monday International
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the use of certified green firecrackers across Delhi-NCR on November 7 and 8, ahead of Diwali. The court directed that crackers can be burst only between 6 am and 7 am and from 8 pm to 10 pm. It also prohibited their use within 300 metres of hospitals, nursing homes, educational institutions, old-age homes and designated silence zones. Authorities have been asked to mark these restricted areas and ensure compliance. The court further directed that the complete ban on firecrackers will return from November 9, ending the temporary relaxation after 2 days. (PC: NDTV)
