A move to use "green" firecrackers during Diwali appeared not to have made a difference for pollution in India's capital.

New Delhi and its metropolitan region — home to more than 30 million people — routinely ranks among the world’s most polluted cities during the winter when widespread Diwali fireworks coincide with cooler weather and smoke from crop residue fires set by farmers in nearby states.

Hospitals across Indian capital see surge in respiratory illnesses as air pollution worsens after celebration of Hindu festival

With the bursting of firecrackers beyond the timeline mandated by the Supreme Court, and stubble burning concerns in Punjab, a lot of factors are involved. | Latest News India

Cracker EffectTwo days after Diwali, city faced dark, heavy air again, with CPCB recording an AQI of 345Minimum temp of 21.8°C, 3.4°C above normal, IMD saysNEW

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India’s capital is choking on toxic air following the Hindu Festival of Lights, despite court-approved “green” alternatives.