Around 20 million people in India’s capital woke up on Wednesday breathing the most polluted air of any major city in the world, a day after celebrations for the Diwali festival, during which revelers typically set off fireworks and firecrackers.

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

Millions are forced to breathe toxic air, as authorities continue to point fingers at their political rivals for the crisis.

Thick smog is blanketing New Delhi after Diwali celebrations with fireworks sent air pollution levels soaring.

India's top court banned traditional firecrackers in Delhi amid air quality concerns ahead of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which is scheduled to begin on Monday.

People in the city burst crackers late into Monday night, defying a court order to use only 'green' fireworks.

India invites Canadian PM Carney for trade talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, hoping to enhance bilateral relations. A far-reaching deal between the two nations could also pave the way for bilateral trade to exceed $50 billion annually,

Delhi is facing severe air quality issues, with pollution levels remaining in the ‘very poor’ category. The India Meteorological Department anticipates a slight drop in minimum temperatures, forecasting clear skies with morning mist until October 26.

At the UN, India praised Donald Trump’s role in the Gaza Peace Agreement, reaffirmed support for a two-state solution, and pledged continued humanitarian and development aid for Palestine, Syria, and Yemen.

India on Tuesday announced the reopening of its embassy in Kabul after four years, marking the resumption of full diplomatic operations following Afghan Taliban Foreign Minister Amir