Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

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Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
18 Aug, 2026

Bharat Taxi

Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform, launches zero-commission model, empowering drivers as owners with social security and digital integration, advancing 'Sahkar se Samriddhi'.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
12 Aug, 2026

Urban Flood Risk Mitigation Programme

Central Government approves Urban Flood Risk Mitigation Programme (UFRMP) Phase-I and Phase-II across 18 cities with Rs 5520 crore outlay to enhance flood resilience.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
11 Aug, 2026

Targeted tech approach, smart poles expected to boost fight against air pollution, Pg4

Delhi government implements target-based model and smart poles to combat air pollution, testing 22 innovative technologies for wider deployment.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
11 Aug, 2026

Apr-Jun unemployment at 5.4%, highest in 4 quarters, Pg15

India's unemployment rate surged to a four-quarter high of 5.4% in April-June 2026, with young females facing the highest joblessness.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
6 Aug, 2026

Silt in rivers to urbanisation: Behind Kerala's worsening floods, Pg12

Kerala's worsening floods are attributed to human-made factors like river siltation, rapid urbanisation, and wetland disappearance, exacerbating disaster impact.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
6 Aug, 2026

A Climate Resilience Pathway Between India And China, Pg6

Amidst increasing extreme weather events, India and China explore climate resilience cooperation, focusing on disaster mitigation, urban planning, and bridging the finance gap.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
5 Aug, 2026

Report: Only 30% Urban Households Under AMRUT Have Sewerage Connection, Pg12

Parliamentary report reveals only 30% urban households under AMRUT have sewerage connections, highlighting slow project progress and significant inter-state disparities.

Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaWomen and Women's OrganizationsUrbanization, Problems and RemediesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
4 Aug, 2026

Live-in relationship a reality, law on cruelty to partner applies: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court rules Section 498A of IPC, penalizing cruelty, applies to live-in partners and their relatives, recognizing evolving societal norms.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
4 Aug, 2026

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates Union government to provide broad, clear footpaths, affirming the right to walk as a fundamental right for all citizens.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
31 Jul, 2026

Urban Challenge Fund projects approved by Lok Sabha so far, Pg12

Housing Minister approves 33 Urban Challenge Fund projects, allocating ₹1 lakh crore central assistance to boost critical urban infrastructure development.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceLand Reforms in India
31 Jul, 2026

Understanding NAKSHA: Why Margao’s New Urban Mapping Pilot Protects Property Owners

Margao launches NAKSHA, a GIS-based urban land mapping pilot, to secure property titles and modernize records, easing citizen anxieties.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsPublic Distribution System
27 Jul, 2026

To understand closing of the Strait, follow the cook, Pg13

Global conflict in Strait of Hormuz sparks LPG crisis, revealing stark class divide and precarity of India's urban migrant workforce.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
26 Jul, 2026

Why are mega data centre projects facing stiff resistance?, Pg11

Citizens in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra fiercely oppose mega data centers, fearing critical water shortages, ecological destruction, and minimal local employment benefits.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth SectorBiotechnology
26 Jul, 2026

Urban food habits rewriting gut microbiome in India, says study, Pg11

New study reveals urban Indian diets are rewriting gut microbiomes, fueling a dramatic surge in diabetes, obesity, and hypertension rates.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
25 Jul, 2026

On guard, Pg6

India's CDSCO approves Qdenga dengue vaccine, first in history, sparking concerns over variable serotype efficacy, high cost, and migrant worker accessibility.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth Sector
24 Jul, 2026

Can time outdoors become part of healthcare?, Pg II

Healthcare systems globally explore 'green' and 'blue' prescriptions, integrating nature-based social prescribing for mental well-being and chronic disease management, complementing conventional care.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
24 Jul, 2026

How should cities reclaim footpaths?, Pg10

Bengaluru's footpath drive sparks debate over Street Vendors Act 2014, raising questions on balancing pedestrian rights with vendor livelihoods and due process.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: IMPACT OF NATIONAL CLEAN AIR PROGRAMME ON PM2.5 LEVELS

National Clean Air Programme shows significant success, with 65 cities meeting PM2.5 standards and 108 reducing PM10 levels, backed by ₹16,423 crore funding.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaHealth Sector
16 Jul, 2026

People losing sleep in big cities due to high night-time temperatures: Study, Pg9

Climate change-induced night temperatures cause significant sleep loss in major Indian cities; Chennai residents lose 93 hours annually, impacting health and productivity.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
16 Jul, 2026

How challenging will Delhi’s ambitious EV transition be?, Pg7

Delhi's 2026 EV Policy mandates 2027-28 electrification for two/three-wheelers, facing a 1200% sales jump and charging infrastructure gaps to curb severe air pollution.

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