Mayor Reservation Delay Fuels Nagpur Election Uncertainty
Delay in announcing Nagpur mayor's post reservation for NMC elections triggers political maneuvering. Key dates, past tenures, and BJP's dominance in focus. Read more.
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Karnataka Govt Orders Ban on Public Pigeon Feeding
Karnataka government directs municipal bodies to regulate pigeon feeding, citing public health risks. Deputy Secretary V Lakshmikanth issues urgent directive. Read the full story.
Gujarat Sets June 30 Deadline for Urban Development Plans
Gujarat govt directs 17 municipal bodies to finalise draft development plans by June 30, 2025, accelerating urbanisation ahead of the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Key details inside.
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 New Master Plan Drafting Begins After Decade
Greater Bengaluru Authority and BDA to jointly draft Bengaluru's new master plan, each handling their jurisdictions. The long-awaited update aims to shape the city's future growth.
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.
Chandigarh invites bids for 75 ad sites, eyes Rs 15 crore revenue
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation floats tender for 75 advertisement sites, including 16 high unipoles. The move aims to create a major annual revenue stream of around Rs 15 crore. 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.
Leopard spotted on Pune's Pashan NDA Road, search launched
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.
Mohali Approves Rs 38 Crore Development Projects
Mohali Municipal Corporation clears 72 development projects focusing on roads, parks, gyms and market upgrades. Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu announces major infrastructure push.
Viksit Uttar Pradesh-2047 Draft Nears Completion
Uttar Pradesh's ambitious Viksit UP-2047 project enters final phase with 9.8 million suggestions processed by IIT Kanpur. First draft expected by December end. Read more about this transformative vision.
Hubballi-Dharwad Seeks Over Rs 3,000 Crore Funds
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation's funding demand swells beyond Rs 3,000 crore amid concerns over localized projects lacking comprehensive city development vision. Read more.
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.
Leopard Roams Jaipur Neighborhoods, Triggers Fear
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.
Lucknow Smart City GM Ajay Kumar Singh Passes Away at 65
Lucknow Smart City Limited's GM Ajay Kumar Singh suffered fatal heart attack during office meeting with IAS officers. The 65-year-old veteran urban developer leaves behind lasting legacy.
Pune Leopard Search Expands in Aundh After New Pugmarks
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.
Foreign Couples Adopt More Special Needs Indian Children
Data reveals overseas parents are increasingly adopting special needs children from India while domestic adopters show reluctance. Learn about this growing trend and its implications.
Leopard sighted again at Pune airport premises
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.
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.
Yamunanagar Civic Body Must Upload Road Data Digitally
Yamunanagar municipal commissioner directs officers to upload comprehensive road condition data to digital portal by July 15, enhancing urban infrastructure monitoring.
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.
Mysuru Development: MCC to BMMP Upgrade Vital
M Lakshmana advocates for upgrading Mysuru City Corporation to a larger municipal body for comprehensive development. Learn how this transformation could reshape Karnataka's cultural capital.
BDA Under RERA: Accountability Win for Bengaluru
Bangalore Development Authority now under RERA oversight, ensuring greater public scrutiny and restoring trust in urban development. A major governance reform.
Chandigarh Mayor Reviews Ward Development Works
Chandigarh Mayor reviews ongoing development works across city wards, addressing infrastructure projects and resident concerns for improved urban facilities.
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.
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.
Delhi L-G Orders Narela Development Resolution in 15 Days
Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena intervenes in Narela's infrastructure crisis, setting 15-day deadline for DDA and MCD to resolve pending issues affecting thousands of residents.
Ranchi to Get 10 New Modular Toilets for Better Sanitation
Ranchi Municipal Corporation announces installation of 10 modern modular toilets across key locations to improve public sanitation and support Swachh Bharat Mission goals.
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