The Bengaluru Urban Arts Commission, inactive for years, is set to be revived to oversee public art projects and urban aesthetics in the city, with officials planning new appointments and a fresh mandate.
West Bengal govt launches Pathashree Urban, a Rs 1,500 crore scheme to repair and construct 11,365 roads across urban areas, starting with 112 stretches in Kolkata. Read details.
Toyota teases its first mass-market EV for India, the Urban Cruiser EV, set for a 2026 launch. Get details on design, expected range, and its role in Toyota's electric strategy.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's 19-year marriage ends with a straightforward divorce deal, finalised just months after filing. Get all the details on the split.
Hollywood star Nicole Kidman and singer Keith Urban have officially ended their 19-year marriage. The court has approved their agreement, detailing custody of their two daughters. Read the full story.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have officially settled their divorce. The court filed the agreement on January 6, 2026, with details on custody and financial terms revealed. Read the full story.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurated Phase 2 of 'Clean City, Prosperous City', launching digital services, Rs 1,200+ crore projects, and relief for small traders. Discover the state's urban transformation.
Nicole Kidman shares emotional New Year moment with daughters in Sydney after divorce from Keith Urban. Details on co-parenting plan and her positive outlook.
Pune's Giripremi mountaineering club celebrates New Year 2026 with a historic first ascent of the virgin cliff 'Gajamukh'. Technical details of the challenging climb to be revealed soon.
A man in Greater Noida climbed a 50-foot electricity tower after his marriage proposal was rejected. After a 3-hour rescue operation, he was safely brought down. Read the full story.
Bengaluru citizens are urged to protect urban wildlife like snakes, birds, and monkeys. Learn how simple actions can save 185 species in India's tech capital.
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
Watch Alex Honnold's daring free solo climb of Taipei 101 live on Netflix. The most ambitious urban ascent airs Jan 24 at 6:30 AM IST. Details inside.
Bengaluru tech pro Aritra Roy attempts a solo climb of Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak outside Asia, with HAL's support. Read about his Seven Summits quest.
Notre Dame professor Ettore Maria Mazzola emphasized balancing urban regeneration with cultural identity at an IIA Bihar lecture. Learn how Indian cities can grow without losing their soul.
Notre Dame professor Ettore Maria Mazzola emphasizes urban conservation to maintain regional identity during regeneration. Learn how Indian cities can balance development with heritage.
Bengaluru's Greater Bengaluru Authority will appoint urban designers and planners for the first time to transform city infrastructure. Applications open until Dec 15.
From Italy's Mount Etna to Indonesia's Mount Bromo, discover the world's most accessible active volcanoes for hiking. Learn about safety, views, and the raw power of Earth.
A 50-hectare urban forest, Nagar Van Merakum Tzuin, launched in Mokokchung village. The project aims to boost biodiversity conservation and environmental education in Nagaland's urban landscape. Read more.
The Centre's NAKSHA programme uses drone surveys to create digital urban land records, aiming to curb illegal construction and simplify property deals for 600 million future city dwellers. Read how it works.
The Nagari – Future Cities Conclave in Delhi brought together policymakers & experts to discuss resilient, sustainable, and people-focused urban transformation for India. Explore the key insights.
Ashwin Mahesh analyzes India's urban crisis where trust deficit makes citizens see every issue as systemic failure. Read how this cycle affects governance.
Leading experts convened in Delhi to develop India's sustainable urban development roadmap. Key focus areas include climate-resilient infrastructure and green mobility solutions for growing cities.
A 2025 study reveals Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai are sinking due to groundwater extraction. Over 2,400 buildings at risk. Discover the science behind India's next big urban crisis.
Epidemiologist Tolullah Oni, fresh from Nobel Prize Dialogue, advocates for health-centric urban planning in Bengaluru and beyond, addressing climate change and public health crises.
Expert committee recommends strategic urban land monetisation and financial reforms to strengthen Karnataka's economy and fund development projects.
Explore how New York City continues to evolve while maintaining its unique paradoxes - from wealth inequality to cultural diversity, and discover what makes it eternally fascinating.
Discover how Odisha is transforming from coast to core with massive infrastructure development, smart city projects, and economic diversification driving unprecedented urban growth.
Discover how India's proposed Special Governance Zones could transform urban infrastructure and tackle the administrative crisis plaguing major cities. A revolutionary policy approach to urban reform.
Shocking survey reveals Bengaluru residents' indifference toward civic issues is negatively impacting Karnataka's overall performance in urban governance metrics. Discover why India's tech capital is failing basic citizen engagement tests.