Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

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Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth SectorDisaster and Disaster Management
15 May, 2026

​Cooling doctrine, Pg10

India needs a national cooling doctrine ensuring safe indoor temperatures as a public health entitlement, focusing on sustainable solutions.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesRepresentation of the People's Act
15 May, 2026

EC announces schedule for Phase 3 of SIR in 16 states, 3 UTs; process begins on May 30, Pg6

Election Commission announces Phase 3 of Special Summary Revision (SIR) in 16 states, 3 UTs starting May 30.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesRepresentation of the People's Act
14 May, 2026

EC likely to announce next phase of SIR for remaining states, UTs soon, Pg6

Election Commission to launch Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in remaining states/UTs, moving away from annual Special Summary Revisions (SSRs).

Women and Women's OrganizationsUrbanization, Problems and RemediesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
13 May, 2026

India’s worker population ratio has climbed since 2022, Pg7

PLFS 2025 reveals India's worker population ratio climbs to 43.5% since 2022, driven by increased female participation.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
13 May, 2026

Last villages set to turn ‘urban’: What will change?, Pg4

Delhi's last 48 villages transition to 'urban' status, promising improved amenities but facing implementation challenges and land-use regulation changes.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
12 May, 2026

Physical activity has stalled for 20 years, hurting health and climate, PgII

Global physical inactivity persists, widening socio-economic health gaps; climate-friendly activity initiatives need equitable, localized strategies for low-income countries.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
11 May, 2026

What measures are needed to address Delhi’s heat crisis?, Pg10

Delhi grapples with intensifying heatwaves due to urbanization, demanding sustainable solutions and social protection measures to mitigate economic and ecological impacts.

Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
7 May, 2026

Understanding inequality in India’s growth story, Pg6

Study reveals rising consumption inequality in India, driven by urban-rural divide and non-food expenditure disparities, challenging official narratives.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
3 May, 2026

How States are turning heat-action plans into mandates, Pg11

States integrate heat-action plans into mandates through localized planning, climate budgeting, and multi-sectoral efforts for effective climate resilience.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
27 Apr, 2026

Summer as a source of income shock for gig workers, Pg8

Heatwaves threaten gig workers' income: NITI Aayog estimates 23 million by 2030, urging policy changes for labor protection and climate resilience.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesDisaster and Disaster Management
27 Apr, 2026

Why below-average rains don’t rule out flood threat, Pg9

Despite below-average monsoon forecast, India faces heightened flood risk due to climate change-induced extreme rainfall events and poor urban planning.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesEffects of Globalization on Indian SocietyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
22 Apr, 2026

Challenges for India’s informal urban workforce, Pg8

Urban India faces crisis as informal workers struggle with declining bargaining power, insecure housing, and rising living costs.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna
20 Apr, 2026

A weakening wind, PgII

Global warming weakens sea-land breezes near coastal cities, exacerbating urban heat and air pollution, study warns of 4.5x faster decline by 2050.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
18 Apr, 2026

Worker discontent calls for a rethink on fair pay, Pg13

Worker unrest in Noida highlights minimum wage inadequacies and calls for urgent reforms in wage calculation and industrial relations.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesDisaster and Disaster Management
11 Apr, 2026

A new measure reframes heat crisis, Pg12

New study reveals lower wet-bulb temperature thresholds, impacting India's heat action plans and urban resilience strategies.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth Sector
7 Apr, 2026

What TB reveals about India’s urban health system, Pg9

Tuberculosis in India exposes urban health system flaws, impacting vulnerable populations due to poverty and fragile infrastructure.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesConservation, Pollution and Degradation
30 Mar, 2026

Secretive jungle cats need habitats outside protected areas: study, Pg2

Study reveals jungle cats thrive outside protected areas, highlighting the importance of agro-pastoral landscapes for conservation and estimating 3 lakh population.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
29 Mar, 2026

Delhi joins Mumbai in two-airport club: Here's what is different, though, Pg8

Delhi-NCR joins Mumbai with dual airports as Noida International Airport (NIA) inaugurates, poised to reshape India's aviation landscape.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
29 Mar, 2026

IGIA and Noida airport: Short-term competition but long-term necessity, Pg8

Noida Airport emerges as vital necessity due to IGIA saturation, poised to handle spillover traffic and boost regional connectivity.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
28 Mar, 2026

Anger on the banks of the Musi, Pg7

Telangana's Musi Riverfront Project faces resistance over displacement, environmental concerns, and lack of transparency, sparking protests and legal challenges from affected residents.

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