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The sharp rise in incidents prompted the Mumbai Fire Brigade to issue urgent safety guidelines, asking citizens to burst crackers only in open areas away from residential buildings, shops, vehicles, petrol pumps, transformers, and overhead wires.

‘When the hourly PM2.5 data is missing, it will artificially lower the Air Quality Index, showing better air quality, when the actual air quality is worse,’ Manoj Kumar, analyst, Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air said

As Deepavali celebrations continued overnight, X users reported worsening conditions, noting a strong smell of smoke, poor visibility, and breathing difficulties

Firecracker smoke releases fine particles and harmful gases that irritate the airways and affect lung health. Experts explain the short- and long-term effects of exposure and whether the damage persists after air quality improves

Edappadi Palaniswami and T.T.V. Dhinakaran came down heavily on the TVK-led government.

A thick blanket of smog engulfed Delhi after Deepavali celebrations, with air quality deteriorating sharply across the capital. Several monitoring stations recorded severe pollution levels, with AQI crossing 400 in parts of the city. PM2.5 concentrations also surged to hazardous levels, far exceeding World Health Organisation guidelines.

Special Police Sub-Inspector Senthilkumar was killed while questioning a gang who were filming reels about bursting firecrackers on the road on November 8 night.

Congress leader Ajay Maken flagged the non-availability of PM 2.5 readings at 25 of Delhi’s 39 air quality monitoring stations on the night of Deepavali

The 20-year-old victim was stabbed on his chest with a tester screwdriver.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 9 — Traffic flow on several major highways heading towards the Klang Valley was congested as of...

The latest figures indicate a significant rise in crop residue burning despite government advisories, enforcement measures and monetary penalties aimed at discouraging the practice

Manali Village recorded the highest AQI at 296, followed by Arumbakkam at 265, Kodungaiyur at 215, Royapuram at 184 and Velachery Residential Area at 142

Of the 257 fire calls, at least 24 were crackers related, said Delhi Fire Service; there were 42 burn related patients admitted at AIIMS on Deepavali

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav condoled the deaths and announced an ex-gratia of ₹4 lakh each to the families of the deceased

It comes after millions celebrated Diwali with fireworks.

Doctors say most patients were treated without surgery, but 10 individuals require surgical intervention, while bystanders also accounted for numerous injuries from a range of fireworks, underscoring the festival’s risk to ocular health

Army units and pro-war military bloggers are posting videos researchers say have been manipulated

Delhi’s air quality plunged to the edge of the “severe” category on Monday as post-Deepavali pollution surged, with AQI readings above 400 across the capital and smog spreading to Mumbai, Lucknow and other major cities.

Fire calls across Telangana surged 175% compared to Deepavali last year, while Hyderabad recorded a 172% increase, with its tally rising from 18 to 49.

The air quality in Hyderabad deteriorated in the night itself with particulate matter 2.5 reaching 392 micrograms per cubic meter (μg/m³) at 9.30 p.m.

The leaders of Finland and Norway were slammed for reaching out to Russia — but Europe still can’t find a better way to influence Donald Trump’s peace talks.

Mediacorp’s Amarkala Deepavali 2026 brought together local and regional stars for a dazzling celebration of music, dance and culture, ushering in the Festival of Lights with spectacular performances and festive cheer.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 9 — Traffic flow on most major expressways nationwide remained smooth as of 8am today, but vehic...

SEOUL, Nov. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korean chipmaker SK hynix Inc. is preparing to e...

Data on air pollution missing from several monitoring stations of the Delhi Government at the peak of air pollution during the intervening night of November 8 and 9

Right to Democracy is urging the US Census Bureau to withdraw the proposals, warning they could further marginalise communities in American territories.

Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly chaired an executive meeting at the cabinet headquarters in the New Administrative Capital to review proposals submitted by the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) following the recommendations of Egypt Forum 2026. The meeting aimed to implement President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi’s directives to accelerate industrial growth,

Ex-Immigration Ministry bureaucrat Marilena Ida has been charged with breach of trust and document forgery after an investigation.

The Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) has forecast that Delhi's air quality is likely to slip into the 'severe' category from November 9 and remain there for the subsequent few days

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Ministers, MLAs asked to spend festival with poor families who received houses; 2.21 lakh houses completed under scheme

To manage the festive emergency load, 1,283 ambulances were deployed on active duty across the State.

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Union Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar and other leaders greeted the people on the occasion

SHAH ALAM, Nov 8 &mdash; Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today attended the Deepavali open house organised by MI...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 &mdash; Despite the relatively small Hindu population in Sabah and Sarawak, Deepavali celebrations t...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 &mdash; A festive mood filled towns and cities across the country as Hindus ushered in Deepavali tod...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 &mdash; Traffic on most major highways was reported to be smooth this morning in conjunction with th...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 &mdash; Two women were injured when a fire tore through a two-storey restaurant along Jalan Tun Samb...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 &mdash; Several ministers have extended Deepavali greetings to those celebrating, calling on the pub...

MELAKA, Nov 8 &mdash; Amid the fervour of the 16th Melaka State Election campaign, filled with political ceramah and par...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 &mdash; If colours make up one half of Deepavali, food makes up the other. &nbsp;Wolfing down the cu...

Four young men on Saturday (November 7, 2026), from Bengaluru, travelled about 2,200 km riding on an old auto-rickshaw to reach Areraj town, in East Champaran

CNA speaks to three rangoli artists who are modernising the traditional art form through innovative techniques, while inspiring younger generations to embrace the craft.

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong called for greater Australian investment in Southeast Asia, saying deeper regional ties would strengthen its resilience and competitiveness.

Se espera que esté en condiciones para retomar la actividad en diciembre y cantar en el Movistar Arena

Wet weather is expected to prevail across the State till November 12, with heavy rainfall set to lash delta and southern districts till Tuesday

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UPDATE: Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan says he’s recovering after “successful” surgery that followed a recent medical emergency that prompted the band to postpone European tour dates. “I had a procedure yesterday which was successful,” Gillan writes on Facebook today. “I now have to rest, in order to make a complete recovery and ensure that […]

JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 7 &mdash; Deepavali celebrations are not just about wearing new attire and preparing an array of tradit...

The PM, however, did not disclose at which military station or post he will celebrate the festival

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 &mdash; The Deepavali celebration should serve as a platform to strengthen unity, bridge gaps betwee...

The FDA pre-Deepavali inspections found violations in hygiene, food storage, manufacturing practices, and licensing requirements

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 &mdash; Traffic on several major highways across the country began to slow down this afternoon as ve...

Democrat Scott Colom could become the first Black man from the state to reach the US Senate in 150 years