The Bombay High Court, in a suo motu PIL on festival noise and pollution, has directed a total ban on the bursting of firecrackers during festivities, and issued a detailed set of measures to control loudspeaker noise, decibel-measurement meters at every venue and procession, undertakings and forfeitable security deposits from organisers, ward-wise assessment before permissions are granted, and seizure of equipment on violation. The directions are to be enforced during the current festive season.
New Delhi, March 19: The Delhi High Court has asked for a response from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and other authorities regarding a plea seeking the closure of slaughterhouses near Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport. The petition argues that these establishments pose a serious risk of bird strikes, which endanger the safety of passengers and aircraft.
