Supreme Court rules out total firecracker ban, says 24-hour bursting not allowed ahead of Diwali

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SC ruled out a complete ban on firecrackers ahead of Diwali but said unrestricted bursting throughout the day would not be permitted. The court said a balance was needed between religious sentiments and concerns over air pollution, particularly its impact on children, elderly people and those with illnesses.

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