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900 Sq Km of Indian Cities Sinking: Study

Groundbreaking study reveals alarming land subsidence across five Indian megacities, threatening infrastructure and millions of residents with Delhi and Kolkata most affected.

Ancient Heritage Inspiring Future Urban Development

Discover how India's ancient urban planning wisdom is inspiring sustainable, tech-driven cities of tomorrow. From Varanasi's ghats to Jaipur's grid systems, learn how heritage meets innovation.

Urban Company's 10-Min Service Festival Launches

Urban Company launches groundbreaking 10-minute service festival, offering instant bookings for home services including appliance repair, grooming, and domestic help across Indian cities.

Library Fine Reveals Hidden Educational Inequality

A poignant personal story from Chandigarh reveals how a small library fine became a profound lesson about privilege, access to education, and the invisible barriers many students face in India.

Mohali's Boundary Debate: Urban Development Crisis

The heated debate over Mohali's municipal boundaries reveals deeper issues of urban planning, political influence, and residents' rights. Discover how this cartographic dispute impacts thousands.

AI in Indian Schools: Digital Divide Crisis

As artificial intelligence transforms education, India faces a critical challenge: ensuring AI tools don't widen the gap between privileged and underprivileged students. Experts warn that without proper infrastructure and teacher training, the AI revoluti

Odisha Urban Conclave 2024: Shaping Future Cities

Housing & Urban Development Minister Usha Devi inaugurates Odisha's first Urban Conclave, bringing together municipal commissioners, developers and experts to transform urban landscape with sustainable solutions.

Pune's 40-Year Fight to Protect Vetal Tekdi

Discover the inspiring story of Pune's environmental activists who fought for four decades to protect Vetal Tekdi from urban development, creating a model for citizen-led conservation in Indian cities.

Mehsana's Khari Riverfront Project Plans Underway

Mehsana Municipal Corporation initiates detailed project report for Khari Riverfront development, inspired by Ahmedabad's Sabarmati success. Learn about this transformative urban infrastructure project.

The Privileged Escape From India's Toxic Air

As Delhi's air quality reaches hazardous levels, a new cartoon brilliantly captures the privileged escape routes from pollution that remain inaccessible to millions of ordinary citizens.

India's Wealth Gap: Stiglitz & Sen Challenge Economic Model

Nobel economists Joseph Stiglitz and Amartya Sen's analysis reveals how India's economic policies since 1991 have exacerbated inequality. Discover the human cost behind the GDP numbers and the urgent need for policy reform.

Nobel Economics: India's Break to Build Strategy

Discover how the 2023 Nobel Prize in Economics reveals crucial insights for India's development strategy. Learn why breaking existing systems is essential for building sustainable economic progress.

India's Gig Workers: Scammed, Shamed & Silenced

Exclusive investigation reveals how delivery executives and cab drivers across India face systematic exploitation, verbal abuse, and financial scams while platform companies look the other way.

Homebound: Exposing India's Hidden Caste Prejudice

Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan's anthology film Homebound reveals the subtle yet pervasive caste and religious discrimination in urban Indian homes. This powerful cinematic work challenges liberal hypocrisy and showcases authentic Dalit and Muslim representatio

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