Supreme Court Demands Action on Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis

• The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the deteriorating air quality in Delhi, citing non-implementation of the firecracker ban as a major cause.
• The court has issued notices to the Delhi government and police commissioner, demanding immediate answers and steps taken to enforce the ban.
• Reports indicate that pollution levels this Diwali were higher than in previous years, exacerbated by farm fires and non-compliance with the firecracker ban.
• The court has also directed Punjab and Haryana to file affidavits on instances of stubble-burning and farm fires, with a deadline for compliance.
• The central government has been questioned on the effectiveness of environmental protection laws and the need for stricter enforcement mechanisms.

Source: Times Now News, Ndtv, Hindustan Times