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Bengaluru Appoints First Urban Designers in GBA
Bengaluru's Greater Bengaluru Authority will appoint urban designers and planners for the first time to transform city infrastructure. Applications open until Dec 15.
Govt Museum & Art Gallery Chandigarh upgrade plan approved
Chandigarh's Grade-I heritage Govt Museum & Art Gallery, designed by Le Corbusier, secures approval for a major conservation and upgrade project. The plan aims to secure a central grant.
50-Hectare Nagar Van Inaugurated in Mokokchung, Nagaland
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.
Govt's NAKSHA Drone Survey to Digitize Urban Land Records
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.
Two Long-Billed Vultures Complete 15 Months in MP Wild
Two captive-bred Long-Billed Vultures have successfully spent 15 months in the wild in Madhya Pradesh, a major milestone for India's vulture conservation efforts. Read about this wildlife success story.
Coppersmith Barbet Wins Amravati City Bird Poll
The coppersmith barbet is now Amravati's official city bird after winning an online poll. Discover how this vibrant bird triumphed and what it means for urban biodiversity.
8th Namdapha Butterfly Festival Spotlights 126 Species
The 8th Namdapha Butterfly Festival in Arunachal Pradesh documented 126 species, uniting conservationists & communities for Himalayan biodiversity. Read more.
Nagari Conclave Concludes: Blueprint for India's Future Cities
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.
Bengaluru's Bannerghatta Park faces existential threat
Environmental activists warn of existential threats to Bannerghatta Park, a crucial wildlife corridor connecting Western and Eastern Ghats. Join the conservation effort now!
Kolkata group plants 1000 trees for 4th consecutive year
Ecologic, a nature lovers' forum in Kolkata's New Town, celebrates planting 1000 trees for the fourth straight year. Over 4300 saplings now thrive with 70% survival rate. Join the green movement!
The Importance of Neighbor's Trees in Urban India
Discover why your neighbor's trees are vital for urban ecosystems and community wellbeing. Learn how embracing greenery strengthens neighborhoods and environmental health.
Jaipur Leopard Sightings Trigger Urban Wildlife Fears
Viral footage from Jhalana Leopard Reserve misidentified as city incident. Forest officials confirm multiple leopard sightings in Jaipur urban areas. Read about wildlife management challenges.
Nagpur Tree Protection PILs Merged by Bombay High Court
Nagpur Bench combines two environmental PILs addressing tree felling and concrete suffocation. Joint hearing in two weeks aims to strengthen urban green cover protection. Read the full story.
Urban Distress Cycle: Trust Deficit Drives Public Outrage
Ashwin Mahesh analyzes India's urban crisis where trust deficit makes citizens see every issue as systemic failure. Read how this cycle affects governance.
Delhi Summit Shapes India's Urban Sustainability Future
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.
Rescue of 16-Foot Great White Shark Rosie in Victoria
The astonishing discovery and dramatic rescue of Rosie, a 16-foot great white shark found abandoned in a toxic tank at Wildlife Wonderland. Her story of survival continues to inspire marine conservation efforts worldwide.
India Calls for Global Cooperation to Protect Big Cats at COP30
India pushes for international collaboration to protect tigers, lions, and leopards at COP30 climate summit. Learn how global efforts can save these majestic species.
Bengaluru Nature Festival Bridges Human-Wildlife Divide
Bengaluru's upcoming Nature Festival 2024 will spotlight urban biodiversity and human-wildlife coexistence through workshops, exhibitions and expert talks from March 1-3 at Bal Bhavan.
Bengaluru Hosts Two-Day Festival on Nature
Bengaluru celebrates urban biodiversity with a two-day nature festival featuring workshops, walks, and conservation talks. Join the movement to reconnect with nature in the city!
Telangana Tops India in Water Conservation Projects
Telangana emerges as top performer in national JSJB awards, building 5.2 lakh water conservation structures. President Murmu to confer awards on Nov 18. Read more.
India's Mega-Cities Sinking: Urban Crisis Deepens
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.
Mumbai's New Mangrove Parks: Conservation Milestones
Union Minister Piyush Goyal announces transformative mangrove conservation projects in Mumbai, creating urban green lungs and protecting coastal ecosystems.
Expert's Health-First Vision for Cities After Nobel Dialogue
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.
Karnataka's urban land monetisation plan for revenue boost
Expert committee recommends strategic urban land monetisation and financial reforms to strengthen Karnataka's economy and fund development projects.
India's Marine Mammal Research Gets Tech Boost
India launches groundbreaking acoustic tracking initiative to study endangered marine mammals like dugongs, dolphins, and whales, revolutionizing ocean conservation efforts.
Pune's Spider Watch: Battling Arachnophobia Through Science
Discover how Pune's groundbreaking Spider Watch initiative is transforming fear into fascination through citizen science, creating India's first comprehensive urban spider database while challenging deep-rooted arachnophobia.
Mysuru Royal Scion Calls for Balanced Development
Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar calls for responsible urban development in Mysuru, emphasizing heritage conservation while supporting infrastructure projects.
New York's Contradictions: The City That Never Ceases to Amaze
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.
Odisha's Urban Boom: Coastal & Industrial Transformation
Discover how Odisha is transforming from coast to core with massive infrastructure development, smart city projects, and economic diversification driving unprecedented urban growth.
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