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Supreme Court Allows Sale and Bursting of Green Firecrackers in Delhi-NCR During Diwali
New Delhi, October 15: The Supreme Court on Wednesday permitted the sale and use of green firecrackers in the Delhi-NCR region for Diwali celebrations, between October 18 and 21. The court limited timings for bursting crackers to 6-7 am and 8-10 pm, calling it a “balanced approach” to allow festivities while protecting the environment. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Bhushan R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod Chandran said the order is temporary and will help assess whether regulated...
Jaisalmer Bus Fire Kills 20; PM Modi Announces Financial Aid for Victims
Jaisalmer, October 15: At least 20 people lost their lives and several others were injured when a private bus traveling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire near Thaiyat village in Rajasthan on Tuesday afternoon. The bus, operated by KK Travels, had departed from Jaisalmer around 3 p.m. when smoke was first seen coming from its rear section. Eyewitnesses reported that the moving bus quickly caught fire, leading to multiple casualties. Jaisalmer Additional Superintendent of Police Kailash Dhan...
Rajnath Singh Releases Book by CDS General Anil Chauhan on Future-Ready Armed Forces
New Delhi, October 15: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday released a book titled ‘Ready, Relevant and Resurgent II: Shaping a Future Ready Force’, authored by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan. The book provides a detailed and forward-looking framework for preparing India’s Armed Forces to meet evolving security challenges and remain capable, agile, and technologically advanced. The publication explores the changing nature of warfare and highlights the importance of...
India Elected Unopposed to UN Human Rights Council for Seventh Term
New Delhi | October 15, 2025 India has been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for the seventh time, securing a three-year term starting next year, further affirming its global standing in the promotion and protection of human rights. The election underscores India’s continuing commitment to fundamental freedoms, justice, and equality on an international platform. In a statement posted on X, India’s Permanent Representative P. Harish said the election reflects...
Delhi Prepares for Artificial Rain Through Cloud Seeding to Tackle Pollution
New Delhi | October 15, 2025 Delhi may soon witness its first artificial rainfall as the city’s Environment Minister, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, announced on Wednesday that a designated area in the national capital is ready for a cloud seeding operation once approval is received from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The project, which could take place as early as the day after Diwali, aims to reduce the city’s rising air pollution levels and improve air quality during the winter season. Addressing...
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