Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

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Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector

‘900 million people will have diabetes by 2050, strong steps needed to slow progression’, Pg14

Diabetes cases to surge to 900 million by 2050 globally; India and China to remain hotspots.

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector

19 Dec, 2025

‘900 million people will have diabetes by 2050, strong steps needed to slow progression’, Pg14

Diabetes cases to surge to 900 million by 2050 globally; India and China to remain hotspots.

19 Dec, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Representation of the People's Act Indian Diaspora

The story of ‘We, the moving people’, Pg6

Migration trends reshape citizenship concepts globally, impacting voter rolls, political representation, and domicile laws in India and the US.

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Representation of the People's Act Indian Diaspora

18 Dec, 2025

The story of ‘We, the moving people’, Pg6

Migration trends reshape citizenship concepts globally, impacting voter rolls, political representation, and domicile laws in India and the US.

18 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why curbing vehicular pollution is key to the fight against foul air, Pg5

Delhi's vehicular pollution crisis deepens as experts call for stringent emission checks, structural reforms, and demand-side controls.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

17 Dec, 2025

Why curbing vehicular pollution is key to the fight against foul air, Pg5

Delhi's vehicular pollution crisis deepens as experts call for stringent emission checks, structural reforms, and demand-side controls.

17 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Disaster and Disaster Management

Climate change, deforestation worsened impact of SE Asia cyclones, Pg18

Deforestation and urbanization amplified cyclone-induced floods in Southeast Asia, causing 1,600 deaths and billions in economic losses.

17 Dec, 2025

Climate change, deforestation worsened impact of SE Asia cyclones, Pg18

Deforestation and urbanization amplified cyclone-induced floods in Southeast Asia, causing 1,600 deaths and billions in economic losses.

17 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Water discharged by STPs falls short of norms, Pg7

Delhi's sewage treatment plants fail to meet quality norms, posing threat to Yamuna's water quality and aquatic life.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

15 Dec, 2025

Water discharged by STPs falls short of norms, Pg7

Delhi's sewage treatment plants fail to meet quality norms, posing threat to Yamuna's water quality and aquatic life.

15 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

4 months to go, only 27% of budget used for urban development schemes, Pg8

Urban development schemes face fund crunch as ministry spends only 27% of budget with four months remaining.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

10 Dec, 2025

4 months to go, only 27% of budget used for urban development schemes, Pg8

Urban development schemes face fund crunch as ministry spends only 27% of budget with four months remaining.

10 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

What is the India Post’s DHRUVA framework?, Pg10

India Post proposes DHRUVA framework for standardized digital addresses, enhancing service delivery and user experience through consent-based data sharing.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

9 Dec, 2025

What is the India Post’s DHRUVA framework?, Pg10

India Post proposes DHRUVA framework for standardized digital addresses, enhancing service delivery and user experience through consent-based data sharing.

9 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Lessons from Beijing in clearing Delhi's air, Pg15

Delhi eyes Beijing's success story, adopting stringent emission norms, EV transition, and collaborative policies to combat air pollution crisis.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9 Dec, 2025

Lessons from Beijing in clearing Delhi's air, Pg15

Delhi eyes Beijing's success story, adopting stringent emission norms, EV transition, and collaborative policies to combat air pollution crisis.

9 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Do we need to change how cities are governed in India?, Pg9

Experts debate the weakening of Mayoral power in India despite constitutional amendments, citing political interference and financial constraints.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

5 Dec, 2025

Do we need to change how cities are governed in India?, Pg9

Experts debate the weakening of Mayoral power in India despite constitutional amendments, citing political interference and financial constraints.

5 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A day to pause and come down to earth, Pg8

World Soil Day 2024 highlights urban soil's crucial role in climate resilience, food security, and well-being amidst growing urbanization.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Dec, 2025

A day to pause and come down to earth, Pg8

World Soil Day 2024 highlights urban soil's crucial role in climate resilience, food security, and well-being amidst growing urbanization.

5 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics, Pg8

Urban liveability indices fail to account for climate risks, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations in developing Asian cities during extreme weather events.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Dec, 2025

The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics, Pg8

Urban liveability indices fail to account for climate risks, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations in developing Asian cities during extreme weather events.

4 Dec, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning, Pg6

Heart disease surge demands 'heart-resilient' urban planning integrating land use, transport, and green spaces for healthier, equitable cities.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

2 Dec, 2025

The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning, Pg6

Heart disease surge demands 'heart-resilient' urban planning integrating land use, transport, and green spaces for healthier, equitable cities.

2 Dec, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies E Governance

Capturing urban dynamism in the 2027 Census, Pg7

Census 2027 to leverage geo-tagging and digital platforms, aiming for accurate urban data collection and policy implementation.

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies E Governance

2 Dec, 2025

Capturing urban dynamism in the 2027 Census, Pg7

Census 2027 to leverage geo-tagging and digital platforms, aiming for accurate urban data collection and policy implementation.

2 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Steady rise in electricity-related fatality rates in India, Pg9

India witnesses alarming surge in electricity-related fatalities; distribution networks and public negligence major causes, reveals report.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

1 Dec, 2025

Steady rise in electricity-related fatality rates in India, Pg9

India witnesses alarming surge in electricity-related fatalities; distribution networks and public negligence major causes, reveals report.

1 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Where does road dust settle in India’s efforts to clean its air?, PgII

India's National Clean Air Programme faces challenges as road dust control efforts yield uneven results despite significant investment.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

25 Nov, 2025

Where does road dust settle in India’s efforts to clean its air?, PgII

India's National Clean Air Programme faces challenges as road dust control efforts yield uneven results despite significant investment.

25 Nov, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Safe processing matters more than zesty flavours, Pg8

India's food safety crisis: Unsafe street food causes 100 million illnesses annually, highlighting regulatory gaps and demanding stricter enforcement.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

24 Nov, 2025

Safe processing matters more than zesty flavours, Pg8

India's food safety crisis: Unsafe street food causes 100 million illnesses annually, highlighting regulatory gaps and demanding stricter enforcement.

24 Nov, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Union State Relations and Federal Structure Environmental Impact Assessment

What is the Mekedatu dam project dispute?, Pg11

Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project faces Tamil Nadu's resistance despite SC ruling; CWMA to examine revised DPR amid water dispute.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Union State Relations and Federal Structure Environmental Impact Assessment

23 Nov, 2025

What is the Mekedatu dam project dispute?, Pg11

Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project faces Tamil Nadu's resistance despite SC ruling; CWMA to examine revised DPR amid water dispute.

23 Nov, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Is air pollution a South Asian crisis?, Pg10

South Asia grapples with transboundary air pollution crisis, demanding regional cooperation and sustainable development strategies to mitigate health and economic impacts.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

21 Nov, 2025

Is air pollution a South Asian crisis?, Pg10

South Asia grapples with transboundary air pollution crisis, demanding regional cooperation and sustainable development strategies to mitigate health and economic impacts.

21 Nov, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation