Miyawaki Method at Mahakumbh 2025: How the Afforestation Technique Works
The 2025 Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj saw a record-breaking footfall of over 66 crore people. To manage the environmental impact and enhance the c…
Urbanization & their problems
NAKSHA Scheme: Transforming Urban Land Records in India
Urban land management in India has long been plagued by outdated and inconsistent records, leading to inefficiencies in governance, disputes over owne…
Decline in Rural-to-Urban Migration
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Advancements in India’s Smart Cities Mission
India’s Smart Cities Mission, launched in 2015, has achieved significant milestones in education and safety through urban development initiatives. Studies by IIM Bangalore under the…
India’s Urban Wastewater Crisis
India treats only 28% of urban wastewater, leaving 72% untreated, which pollutes water bodies and soils. Rapid urbanisation and climate change exacerbate the crisis. The…
Karnataka’s New SWIFT City Initiative
The Karnataka government announced its SWIFT City initiative near Sarjapur, Bengaluru, to bolster the start-up ecosystem and industrial growth. Spanning 1,000 acres, SWIFT City will…
Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF)
The Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF) was launched to enhance urban infrastructure in India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Targeting shortfalls in priority sector…
Green-Gray Infrastructure: Building Resilient and Sustainable Cities in India
India's urban landscape is rapidly evolving, with cities expanding to accommodate a growing population and economic development. However, this expansi…
Gelephu Mindfulness City Project: Bhutan
Bhutan is developing Gelephu Mindfulness City, its largest co-operative initiative, spanning 2,500 square kilometers with a Zero Carbon goal. Supported by India, the project emphasizes…
