Kolkata Pushes for Emergency Canal Dredging to Avert Floods
Kolkata Municipal Corporation urges immediate dredging of key outfall canals after drone survey reveals heavy siltation. Action needed to prevent urban flooding during monsoons.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation urges immediate dredging of key outfall canals after drone survey reveals heavy siltation. Action needed to prevent urban flooding during monsoons.
Odisha's housing department finalises the draft scope for Bhubaneswar New City's master plan with Singapore's Surbana Jurong. The ambitious 800-acre project aims for sustainable urban expansion. Read more.
The Yamunanagar Municipal Corporation has sanctioned Rs 1.52 crore for crucial infrastructure upgrades in Khera village, including roads, drainage, and street lighting. Learn about the project details and timeline.
Vijayawada, crucial to Andhra's capital region, has seen no major infrastructure project completion in a decade. Residents and entrepreneurs decry systematic neglect despite the city's economic contribution. Read more.
Jaipur Development Authority launches a Rs 2.5 crore Eco Block project to recharge groundwater in Kalwar Road & Khirni Phatak. A first for the city, this tech promises sustainable water management. Read more.
A four-year-old boy drowned in an uncovered drainage pit in Namakkal on New Year's evening. The corporation has issued a notice to the contractor, and the family has been granted compensation.
Gujarat government invites urban planners to develop master plans for five satellite towns near major cities, aiming to reduce urban pressure and provide world-class infrastructure by 2030. Read more.
VMRDA announces ambitious plan for 25,000 middle-income plots in Visakhapatnam by 2026, along with key goals for infrastructure and citizen-centric reforms. Learn about the new initiatives.
Madurai's new master plan proposes nine distinct character zones to guide development while preserving the city's rich cultural and historical legacy. Learn about the zones and the challenges ahead.
Chandigarh Administrator announces a new land pooling policy to boost urban development. The move aims to address housing needs and planned expansion. Read more.
Haryana's Rohtak district launches a Rs 4.5 crore project to end waterlogging in 12 villages. The plan includes new drains and culverts for permanent relief.
NHAI will soon invite tenders to widen and deepen drain canals on NH-16 from Ramavarappadu to Nidamanuru in Vijayawada, aiming to solve chronic water stagnation and road damage. The Rs 10 crore project promises completion within 100 days of tender finalis
Prayagraj administration enforces extensive traffic plan for Magh Mela from Jan 3 to Feb 15. Key routes diverted for pilgrim influx. Check details for smooth travel.
Gurugram launches a massive Rs 1,500 crore plan to tackle traffic, waterlogging, and waste. Will this be the city's long-awaited civic turnaround? Read more.
Trichy Corporation successfully trialed a new Rs 3.7 crore super sucker truck to clear a major drainage block on Puthur Main Road. Read how this advanced machine enhances civic maintenance.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan virtually launches Rs 20.77 crore Shankaraguptam drain modernisation to protect Konaseema's coconut farms from flooding. Read about the project's fast-tracked timeline and impact.
Panchkula Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal inaugurated key infrastructure projects worth Rs 7 crore in wards 19 and 20, focusing on roads, drainage, and waste management. Read about the boost to urban and rural amenities.
Sewage overflow near Madurai's Meenakshi Amman temple disrupts access for devotees and vendors. Officials cite silt and commercial waste as cause. Read about the impact and civic response.
Mohali's 2023 was defined by major development projects and persistent civic challenges. From the Aerotropolis to traffic woes, we analyze the city's tightrope walk. Read the full year-ender report.
Delhi PWD launches four major drainage projects worth over Rs 3.8 crore to combat waterlogging in flood-prone areas like Savitri Cinema Road and Okhla. Read the full plan.
Trichy Corporation deploys a high-tech super sucker truck to clear sewer blocks, eliminating manual scavenging. Funded by the 15th Finance Commission, it promises faster, cleaner operations.
BSNL rings in the new year with a budget-friendly plan offering 3GB daily data and unlimited calls at just Rs 8 per day. Check out the full details and validity here!
Elon Musk announces Tesla's new guiding principle is 'Amazing Abundance,' replacing 'Sustainable Abundance.' Discover the rationale behind this joyful pivot and Tesla's AI & energy ambitions.
Pune's Bhimashankar temple, a key Jyotirlinga, may close for nearly three months for crucial safety and infrastructure development works. Details on the proposed closure and master plan inside.
Ukraine President Zelensky proposes a new 20-point peace framework, including Russian troop withdrawals. Will Putin accept? Read the full details here.
GVMC secures a landmark ₹498 crore loan from the World Bank's IFC for a new underground drainage system and sewage treatment plant in Madhurawada, aiming to serve 2.5 lakh residents and curb sea pollution.
Kyiv and Washington craft a new 20-point plan to end the Ukraine war. Will Putin agree? Details on security guarantees, EU path, and territorial disputes inside.
Delhi Development Authority launches a 60-day project to overhaul Sarita Vihar underpass drainage to end chronic waterlogging. The plan includes repairing 100 metres of damaged stretch and installing new drain covers.
Trichy Corporation introduces a high-tech super sucker truck worth ₹3.7 crore to clear underground drainage blocks with minimal manual effort, promising cleaner streets.
A suspended CRPF jawan died in Kanpur after falling into a water-filled pit near his home. Locals blame poor drainage. Police are investigating the cause of death. Read the full report.