5 dead as blast rips through house storing firecrackers in Bihar village
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Fri, 23 October 2026
1 report- Times of India15:26first to report
A significant explosion occurred in Alampur village, leading to the deaths of five individuals. Firecrackers stored in a house ignited, causing widespread panic among local residents. Siwan Superintendent of Police announced the formation of a special team to investigate the incident. Authorities are looking into the licensing and safety practices related to firecracker storage in the area.
Mon, 2 November 2026
1 report- prokerala.com13:50
The Nalanda district administration has intensified its crackdown on the illegal storage and sale of firecrackers ahead of Diwali.In a late-night raid....
Wed, 4 November 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com19:30
Even as the district administration finalised the allotment of temporary green cracker licences via a draw of lots on Wednesday, illegal sales of firecrackers have already commenced across several markets in the city, exposing glaring enforcement lapses ahead of Diwali.
Fri, 6 November 2026
1 report- milwaukeesun.com23:00
With Diwali approaching, firecracker sales have gained momentum in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, popularly known as India's fireworks hub, as shops and sales outlets witness an increase in customer footfall ahead of the festival. Customers from different parts of Tamil Nadu and neighbouring states are visiting the town to purchase fireworks, with retailers displaying a wide range of products, including sparklers, flower pots, rockets and fancy crackers. Several new varieties have also entered the...
Sat, 7 November 2026
3 reports- deccanchronicle.com19:15
With Diwali approaching, hospitals in Hyderabad are preparing for firecracker-related injuries: Reports
- indiatimes.com19:45
Khandwa police seized four cartons of illegally stored firecrackers worth ₹30,000 from a Budhwara Bazaar cutlery shop; case filed under Explosives Act.
- indiatimes.com19:45
GCC urges Chennai residents to segregate Diwali firecracker waste, hand it to sanitation workers; 600 workers, 350 vehicles deployed for hazardous disposal.
Sun, 8 November 2026
1 report- deccanchronicle.com01:25
All seven injured individuals were immediately shifted to the Panruti Government Hospital for first aid and preliminary treatment