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Diwali warning: Banned chemicals found in 64% of firecrackers, says study
Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on November 8, 2023
Independent tests conducted by the Awaaz Foundation on firecrackers revealed the presence of prohibited chemicals such as barium monoxide, which can cause various health issues. Surprisingly, these banned chemicals were found in "green crackers" that had received approval from government authorities. The foundation has alerted...