REUTERS/Amit Dave Firecrackers are central to Diwali celebrations for millions of Indian Hindus and this ... explaining why fireworks are so central to the celebrations. “Firecrackers damage ...

The display commemorated the beginning of ... during Diwali due to widespread firecracker usage. Smog intensified across Delhi this week, prompting officials to discourage the use of fireworks ...

This year, several northern Indian states, including the capital New Delhi, are instituting partial or total fireworks bans to combat rising pollution levels during Diwali. Trump plans call with ...

Diwali originated in India more than 2,500 years ago ... There are also celebrations with fireworks. “It's a festival of giving thanks and one that celebrates the presence of light in Hindus ...

The fireworks continued until late into the night. Yet, Delhi’s environment minister thanked the residents for “largely refraining from bursting firecrackers” on Diwali. “Thanks to the ...

Thick, toxic smog has once again enveloped northern India and eastern Pakistan just days before the start of Diwali, a Hindu festival typically celebrated with fireworks that each year sends air ...

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the festival of lights, celebrated in many regions in India and by the Indian ... Small drawings of fireworks, and two hands holding out sparklers.

It is one of the most important festivals of India. Some of the ... and celebrate with fireworks, symbolizing hope, prosperity, and new beginnings. Diwali, the Festival of Lights, celebrates ...

This year, several northern Indian states, including the capital New Delhi, are instituting partial or total fireworks bans to combat rising pollution levels during Diwali. Buddhists, Jains and ...