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.
Bengaluru's Greater Bengaluru Authority will appoint urban designers and planners for the first time to transform city infrastructure. Applications open until Dec 15.
Bengaluru civic body removes encroachments from Gandhi Bazaar footpaths, establishes 120 designated vending zones. Commissioner Rajendra Cholan directs vendors to use only allotted areas.
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.
Madras High Court directs Greater Chennai Corporation to respond in two weeks to a plea seeking removal of illegal eateries encroaching footpaths and roads in Mannadi, posing public safety risks.
Forest personnel in Krishnagiri chased over 20 elephants from Sanamavu to Denkanikottai reserve forest to prevent crop damage. Officials have warned villagers to stay safe. Read more.
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.
Forest department launches search after leopard sighting in Pune's Bavdhan. This marks another big cat appearance in urban Pune after recent incidents at the airport and Aundh. Residents urged to stay alert.
Speeding BMW crushes three laborers sleeping on Vasant Kunj footpath. Driver arrested as Delhi police investigate the shocking incident that highlights road safety crisis.
Maharashtra government issues landmark resolution granting Gram Sabhas exclusive authority to issue transit permits for minor forest produce, ending decade-long conflict.
West Singhbhum forest officials launch village outreach and daily patrols to protect elephants from illegal activities in Saranda forest. Join the conservation effort!
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.
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches emergency crackdown on forest land encroachment after DH exposes potential Rs 30,000 crore loss. Read the full investigation.
Shivajinagar MLA Rizwan Arshad exposes footpath misuse in Bengaluru, demands comprehensive mobility plan prioritizing pedestrians over vehicles. Join the movement for walkable streets.
A leopard was spotted in Vidhyadhar Nagar and Sikar House areas of Jaipur. Forest department searches continue as residents remain alert. Stay informed about wildlife safety.
27-year-old Kartik Rathore arrested for murdering Suresh Kushwah, 50, on footpath in Gautam Nagar. CCTV footage helped police solve the blind murder case. Read the shocking details.
Fresh leopard pugmarks found in a Pune nullah prompt an expanded search. Forest officials install camera traps as the big cat uses drainage channels as urban corridors. Stay updated on the safety measures.
A leopard was spotted twice on Pune International Airport premises on November 19. Forest department has installed trap cages and camera traps, warning airport and IAF authorities about precautionary measures.
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.
Himachal Pradesh government transfers 2.7427 hectares of non-forest land for Shimla's 13.73 km ropeway project. No MoEFCC clearance required for development work.
Bengaluru's revised outdoor advertising policy now permits hoardings on footpaths, raising concerns about pedestrian safety and urban aesthetics. Learn about the changes.
Assam government launches massive drive to reclaim 6000-bigha Lutumari Reserve Forest, evicting 8000 residents in largest-ever conservation effort.
Chhattisgarh's forest department dominates All India Forest Sports Meet 2024, securing back-to-back championships with record medal haul. Witness their historic triumph!
After public spat over infrastructure, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw acknowledges visible improvements in Bengaluru's footpaths. Read about the positive changes in India's tech capital.
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.
Maharashtra government directs all municipal corporations to allocate 1% of annual budget for road safety measures, pedestrian facilities and traffic discipline as per Supreme Court order.
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.
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