Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

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Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
18 Nov, 2025

Time for a re-look at road engineering, Pg9

Telangana road accidents spark urgent call for road engineering overhaul, pedestrian safety measures, and stricter enforcement to meet global targets.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesLand Reforms in IndiaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
15 Nov, 2025

Jewar, Taking Off (MAKING OF NOIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT), Pg 26

Noida International Airport (Jewar) gears up for inauguration, promising enhanced connectivity and economic boost to Western Uttar Pradesh.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine
14 Nov, 2025

Should public celebrations or expression of devotion be avoided?, Pg9

Debate sparks over increasing public religious displays, politicization, and its impact on civic life and constitutional freedoms in India.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
14 Nov, 2025

Government has the tools, it needs the will, Pg13

Delhi's air pollution crisis demands systemic reforms, including electric vehicle adoption, public transport enhancement, and industrial emission control, beyond temporary measures.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
11 Nov, 2025

Do Indians feel safe walking alone at night in their neighbourhoods? Depends on how you ask or calculate, Pg17.

Indian safety perception varies: 90% feel safe via phone surveys, but only 51% using UN's calculation method.

Inclusive GrowthUrbanization, Problems and RemediesE Governance
11 Nov, 2025

Shah sets target of 1 co-op bank per city, launches 2 apps, Pg12.

Amit Shah launches Sahakar Digi Pay & Loan apps, targeting one cooperative bank per city to boost financial inclusion.

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismPoverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and Remedies
10 Nov, 2025

Why a socialist won in the world’s financial capital, Pg7

Socialist Zohran Mamdani elected NYC Mayor, promising welfare policies amid rising costs and shifting demographics, defeating wealthier candidates.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
10 Nov, 2025

Air quality beyond AQI: The case for measuring indoor pollutants, Pg14.

Indian scientists develop novel indoor air quality scale, revealing alarming pollution levels and health risks from common household activities.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInvestment ModelsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
9 Nov, 2025

Deadline coming, govt moves to clear 214 legacy landfills by Oct next year, Pg11.

Government accelerates landfill remediation with 'Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme,' targeting 214 legacy sites for clearance by October 2025.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDisaster and Disaster Management
4 Nov, 2025

Delhi sinking fastest among Indian megacities, Pg3.

Study reveals Delhi is sinking at alarming rate of 51mm/year, putting 2,264 buildings at high structural risk due to groundwater depletion.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
30 Oct, 2025

DDA’s East Delhi Hub set to roll, what is ‘transit-oriented development’?, Pg4.

DDA launches East Delhi Hub, India's first transit-oriented development project, integrating housing, transport, and commercial spaces for sustainable urban living.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesScience and Technology in Everyday Life
26 Oct, 2025

‘Underground mosquito’ is no urban marvel, Pg13

DNA analysis reveals 'London Underground mosquito' originated in West Asia millennium ago, pre-adapted for urban subways, clarifying West Nile virus spread.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesDisaster and Disaster Management
17 Oct, 2025

None too soon, Pg10

Northeast monsoon brings relief to southern peninsula; IMD forecasts above-normal rain, prompting disaster preparedness and fertilizer shortage concerns.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment Budgeting
16 Oct, 2025

Why is the fiscal architecture of municipalities flawed?, Pg8

Indian municipalities face fiscal stress due to centralized taxation, GST impact, and flawed creditworthiness assessments, hindering urban development and fiscal justice.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Oct, 2025

Air in Delhi turns 'poor' after four months, high ozone levels recorded, Pg3.

Delhi's air quality dips to 'poor' after four months, GRAP Stage 1 activated amid rising ozone and PM10 levels.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
7 Oct, 2025

We need an urban climate emergency fund, Pg7

Hyderabad floods highlight urban planning failures; experts urge dedicated climate emergency fund for resilient infrastructure and disaster recovery.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth Sector
5 Oct, 2025

Why carb dependence is pushing us to diabetes, Pg22.

ICMR study reveals high carb diets increase diabetes risk; advocates for protein-rich, diverse food policies and dietary changes.

Population and Associated IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism
30 Sep, 2025

Bridging the generation gap, Pg7

HelpAge India study reveals emotional disconnect between generations, highlighting loneliness among elderly despite strong family values and need for digital inclusion.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesDisaster and Disaster Management
29 Sep, 2025

Why stampedes happen, Pg23.

Deadly stampedes in India highlight inadequate crowd control, planning failures, and societal disregard for safety regulations at mass gatherings.

Population and Associated IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels
26 Sep, 2025

Why India’s urban definition is failing its growing towns, Pg12

India's outdated urban definition may exclude millions from urban governance, hindering infrastructure and services in rapidly urbanizing settlements for Census 2027.

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