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.
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India's Megacities Face Land Subsidence Crisis
Rapid urban development and groundwater extraction are causing land subsidence in Indian megacities, threatening infrastructure and millions of residents. Immediate action needed.
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.
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 Sinking Fastest: Groundwater Crisis Worsens
New study reveals Delhi is sinking at alarming rate of 11 cm/year due to excessive groundwater extraction. Learn about the urban crisis threatening India's capital.
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.
Special Governance Zones: India's Urban Solution
Discover how India's proposed Special Governance Zones could transform urban infrastructure and tackle the administrative crisis plaguing major cities. A revolutionary policy approach to urban reform.
Bengaluru's civic apathy hurts Karnataka rankings: Survey
Shocking survey reveals Bengaluru residents' indifference toward civic issues is negatively impacting Karnataka's overall performance in urban governance metrics. Discover why India's tech capital is failing basic citizen engagement tests.
71 Villages Seek BMC Integration for Urban Amenities
Seventy-one villages on Bhubaneswar's outskirts are formally requesting integration into the municipal corporation to access improved water supply, sanitation, roads, and other urban amenities currently lacking in their areas.
India's Top 10 Dirtiest Cities 2025 Ranking Out
Exclusive 2025 rankings reveal India's most polluted urban centers. Discover which cities topped the dirtiest list and the critical factors behind their poor environmental performance.
Mumbai's Vanishing Communities: Urban Isolation Crisis
Exploring the social breakdown in Indian metros like Mumbai, where gated communities and digital isolation have replaced traditional neighbourhood bonds and children's play spaces.
Rohtak's Essential Anti-Encroachment Drive Explained
Haryana's Rohtak launches massive anti-encroachment campaign to reclaim public spaces, improve infrastructure, and ensure urban safety. Learn why this drive has become essential.
Bharat Taxi: India's First Co-operative Cab Service
Discover how Bharat Taxi, India's pioneering driver-owned cab service, is revolutionizing urban mobility with fairer earnings and better working conditions for drivers.
Bengaluru's Infrastructure Collapse: Surya's Warning
Bengaluru MP Tejasvi Surya reveals shocking transformation of India's tech capital from Jayanagar's planned perfection to current infrastructure nightmare. Exclusive analysis of what went wrong.
Bengaluru Metro-NICE Ring Road Integration Revolution
Discover how Bengaluru's revolutionary Metro-NICE Ring Road integration promises to slash commute times, reduce traffic congestion, and create seamless urban connectivity across India's tech capital.
Shivakumar rejects Surya's car ban alternatives for Bengaluru
Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar dismisses MP Tejasvi Surya's suggestions to reduce car usage in Bengaluru, stating no viable alternatives exist as traffic congestion worsens.
India's Urban Planning Needs Complete Overhaul
India's urban planning crisis goes beyond land use. Discover why integrated planning focusing on mobility, environment, and governance is crucial for sustainable cities.
Karnataka Deputy CM: Can't stop car usage, focus on infrastructure
Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar addresses Bengaluru's traffic crisis with a pragmatic approach, emphasizing infrastructure development over car restrictions while revealing plans for a new flyover and Metro expansion.
Yogi Warns Against Illegal Construction in Ayodhya
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath cracks down on illegal settlements and unauthorized plot carving in Ayodhya, emphasizing planned development for the temple town's transformation.
Mohali Approves ₹34 Crore Development Plan
Mohali Municipal Corporation greenlights massive ₹33.91 crore development projects including road infrastructure, parks, and public amenities that promise to transform the city's urban landscape and enhance citizen lifestyle.
Chandigarh Study: Daily Fruit & Veg Consumption Habits
New PGI research uncovers dietary patterns in Chandigarh with 54 men and 53 women consuming fruits and vegetables daily - a revealing look at urban nutrition trends.
Chandigarh Mayor showcases city's growth at Dubai summit
Chandigarh Mayor Sarbjit Kaur 'Babla' represents India at World Governments Summit in Dubai, highlighting city's achievements and gathering international best practices for urban development.
Indian Cities Sinking: 900 Sq Km Land Subsidence Crisis
Groundbreaking study reveals alarming land subsidence affecting major Indian metropolitan areas, with Delhi-NCR and Kolkata facing the highest risk of gradual sinking.
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.
Mumbai's Tree Crisis: SC Questions BMC Over Poor Survival Rates
Shocking revelations emerge as Supreme Court scrutinizes Mumbai's afforestation efforts, revealing only 60% survival rate for planted trees despite massive plantation drives.
Metro Health Hacks: Transform Your Daily Commute
Discover how millions of urban Indians are turning their daily travel into opportunities for better health, fitness, and mental wellness with these practical strategies.
RBI approves municipal bonds for repo, reverse repo deals
In a landmark move, the Reserve Bank of India has approved municipal bonds for repo and reverse repo deals, creating a new asset class and boosting urban infrastructure financing across Indian cities.
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