UP govt abandons Ramsar tag for Dhanauri wetland near Noida airport, opts for a 112-hectare biodiversity park. Core wetland to be preserved, but construction ban avoided. Read the full story.
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) establishes a Centre for Wetland Studies to combat wetland loss, focusing on Ramsar sites like Vembanad Lake. A new study reveals an 85% drop in its water carrying capacity.
An NGT-mandated committee recommends a Rs 5 lakh monthly fine per inlet for BMC if untreated sewage continues to flow into Mumbai's Powai Lake. Read the full report and the civic body's proposed action plan.
A visual journey through December 5, 2025: From a grand welcome for President Putin in Varanasi to the full moon over Kolkata and global news events. See the day's most compelling images.
Bengaluru's Greater Bengaluru Authority will appoint urban designers and planners for the first time to transform city infrastructure. Applications open until Dec 15.
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.
Asia's largest saltwater lagoon, Chilika, is silting up rapidly. Forest department data reveals alarming depth reduction and massive sludge removal efforts. Read the full report.
The season's first flamingos have landed in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, signalling the start of the annual pink season. Bird lovers celebrate as experts urge stronger wetland protection.
Uttarakhand High Court expresses dissatisfaction with Sukhatal Lake beautification progress, summons officials for December 3 hearing. Read the latest updates on the crucial wetland case.
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.
Punjab launches ambitious mission to restore its disappearing wetlands, combining traditional knowledge with modern conservation to revive water ecosystems and biodiversity.
Ashwin Mahesh analyzes India's urban crisis where trust deficit makes citizens see every issue as systemic failure. Read how this cycle affects governance.
Odisha government is transforming Bhubaneswar's polluted Gangua Nullah into an eco-friendly urban wetland, inspired by Jaipur's Amanishah Nullah revival. The project includes sewage treatment plants and flood management.
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.
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.
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.
The sighting of the endangered Black-Headed Ibis in Thoothukudi's salt pans signals a major victory for wetland conservation and offers new hope for migratory birds in Tamil Nadu.
Maharashtra government leads initiative to secure Ramsar recognition for Powai Lake, boosting Mumbai's environmental credentials and wetland conservation efforts.
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.
Discover how Odisha is transforming from coast to core with massive infrastructure development, smart city projects, and economic diversification driving unprecedented urban growth.
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.
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.
Gogabeel Lake in Bihar's Katihar district has been declared a Ramsar site, becoming the sixth wetland in the state to receive this international conservation recognition and marking a significant milestone for biodiversity protection in India.
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.
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.
Discover why environmentalists and local communities are rallying to designate Assam's Rowmari Donduwa wetland complex as a Ramsar site, protecting its rich biodiversity and ecological significance for future generations.
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.
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.