Brahmapuram Fire- The Spectre of Landfill Fires in Indian Cities
The recent fire and subsequent air pollution at Brahmapuram landfill site has turned the focus onto consequences of ineffectual solid-waste management…
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Spatial Planning in India- Necessity, Steps Taken & Challenges
In January, the Science and Technology Ministry notified the 2022 National Geospatial Policy. Recently, urban planning experts sent suggestions, to im…
Khap Panchayat in India- Functioning, Pros & Cons
In the recent years, India has been showcasing its long history of democratic institutions. Earliest examples date as far back as the 4th century. Tod…
Delayed Census- Reasons & Implications
Following 2 years of delay, the census exercise is expected to be delayed even further. The 2021 exercise is not expected to commence before September…
Japan’s Relocation Incentive- Highlights & Reasons
The Japanese government is offering 1 million Yen/ child to young families that move to the less crowded parts of Tokyo and the hinterlands of the isl…
Interfaith Marriage-Family Coordination Committee- Reasons for Criticism
The recent move by Maharashtra government regarding the interfaith marriage panel has raised concerns about the state’s interference in the rights t…
Population Explosion – A Stark Reality in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day speech, addressed the problem of population explosion in India. …
India’s Water Crisis – How to Solve it?
Water is the most valuable natural resource as it is essential for human survival and life on earth. However, the availability of fresh water for huma…
2022 World Cities Day- Integrating Utility Services and Use of Automation
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