Gaya's outdated 1960s master plan leaves 6 lakh residents struggling with poor infrastructure. Municipal area expanded 6-fold to 308 sq km without proper planning. New master plan expected in one year.
Bihar government transfers five senior IAS officers and gives additional charges to two others in minor reshuffle. Key appointments include new development commissioner.
Mohali Municipal Corporation clears 72 development projects focusing on roads, parks, gyms and market upgrades. Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu announces major infrastructure push.
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 Municipal Corporation's funding demand swells beyond Rs 3,000 crore amid concerns over localized projects lacking comprehensive city development vision. Read more.
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.
Patna Metro's priority corridor enters final phase with three stations operational. Full operations to Malahi Pakri expected soon, easing traffic congestion in Bihar's capital. #PatnaMetro
Bihar's new NDA government approves four major proposals to develop the state into eastern India's technology hub, including global banking centers and AI initiatives. Discover the comprehensive development plan.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's cabinet approves 1 lakh jobs creation and new technology hub in first meeting. Major decisions for state development announced. Read full details.
Ashwin Mahesh analyzes India's urban crisis where trust deficit makes citizens see every issue as systemic failure. Read how this cycle affects governance.
Amit Shah thanks Bihar voters for NDA's 2025 assembly victory, promises accelerated development under PM Modi's vision. Read about Bihar's political 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.
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.
Following NDA's election victory in Bihar, the new government faces crucial development challenges. From boosting employment to improving infrastructure, here are 10 key areas requiring immediate attention for Bihar's growth transformation.
Bihar Assembly Election Results 2025: NDA secures a clean sweep. Check the full list of winners and losers from the 10 constituencies with the highest voter turnout.
NDA surges past exit poll predictions in Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, leading in 204 seats. Analysis of the surprising results versus pre-election forecasts.
With NDA's strong mandate in Bihar elections, can the state transform from labor supplier to job creator? Analysis of economic challenges and Odisha model for industrial growth.
Bangalore Development Authority now under RERA oversight, ensuring greater public scrutiny and restoring trust in urban development. A major governance reform.
Chandigarh Mayor reviews ongoing development works across city wards, addressing infrastructure projects and resident concerns for improved urban facilities.
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.
Bihar exit polls predict NDA sweep with 133-167 seats in 243-member assembly. Mahagathbandhan trails with 73-102 seats. Counting on November 14 will reveal final results.
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.
First phase of Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 witnesses robust voter participation as political heavyweights battle for dominance. Key constituencies show intense competition between ruling coalition and opposition.
First-time voters in Patna are reshaping Bihar's political landscape, prioritizing employment opportunities and quality education over traditional caste-based politics ahead of the 2025 assembly elections.
Discover the surprising reasons behind Nitish Kumar's enduring popularity in Bihar politics as he prepares for potential fifth term. Analysis of development work and voter sentiment.
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.
In a special Times of India investigation, Biharis from Kerala to Delhi share candid views on development, politics, and identity ahead of crucial state elections. Discover the surprising perspectives shaping Bihar's future.
Discover how Varanasi is transforming into a world-class city while preserving its 5000-year spiritual heritage through massive infrastructure development and cultural preservation.
Discover how Bihar, with 58% of its population under 25, is leveraging its demographic dividend to overcome historical challenges and emerge as India's next growth story. From education reforms to economic resurgence.