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Why footpaths in this country are not paved with the best of intentionsIn a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has recognized the right to access footpaths as fundamental. Despite this ruling, many Indian cit...- Central Park is changing to survive climate change — and what New York is doing could matter for cities around the worldCentral Park faces climate change challenges like increased rainfall and extreme heat. The park is now adapting by becoming climate infrast...
- Energy efficiency: India's next strategic power resourceAs India's energy needs escalate due to growth and climate challenges, the focus on efficiency emerges as a key strategy for sustainable ab...
- Curing our broken, disturbing roads: NHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway projectsNHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway construction projects. This technology uses sensors and real-time data for precise road ...
- Govt eyes to make Pune, its metropolitan region one of most sought-after areas in 2 years: FadnavisMaharashtra's Chief Minister unveiled a vibrant plan for Pune's transformation. This initiative aims to enhance urban infrastructure over t...
- In 2018, a University of Hawaii study compared green and white roofs in Honolulu; the green roof was reported to have lower peak temperatures at the surface and nearby airA University of Hawaii graduate student tested green roofs against white ones. The green roof proved significantly cooler than the adjacent...
- Maharashtra govt aims to make Mumbai slum free in 10 years: CM FadnavisMaharashtra aims to make Mumbai slum-free within the next decade. The state is pushing for 10,000 homes in Dharavi by January 2029. Redevel...
- NAREDCO Maharashtra to host Real Estate & Infrastructure Investors’ Summit 2026 (REIIS 2026) in MumbaiTheme ‘Re-Defining India’s Growth Story’ to Focus on Strategic Capital, AI Innovations, Infrastructure, and Global Investment Partnerships
- HUDCO shares jump 4% after signing Rs 25,000 crore MoU with Bihar government for infrastructure developmentHUDCO shares jumped nearly 4% after the company signed an MoU with the Government of Bihar to provide financial assistance of up to Rs 25,0...
- The road less paved: India’s cities have a governance problemAs key contributors to national economic growth, Indian cities face challenges in governance due to unfulfilled promises of devolving power...
- Land pooling to open newer geographies for real estate development in DelhiDelhi Master Plan 2047 will develop nearly 200 sq km of urban extension areas. This plan introduces new development models and strengthens ...
- A city of horns and highways: New model maps Delhi's noiseA new study developed a model for mapping environmental noise in Delhi. This model combines geographical and real-time traffic data for acc...
- CPP Investments expands India footprint with over Rs 2,000 cr NIIF commitmentCanada Pension Plan Investment Board committed $215 million to NIIF Infrastructure Fund II for investing in Indian infrastructure assets an...
- In 2006, Arkansas DEQ listed Clear Creek for E. coli. 12 years later, the creek attained the recreation standard in 2018, restoring contact recreation after BMP projectsClear Creek in Arkansas has seen remarkable recovery since battling E. coli contamination back in 2006. Persistent water quality checks and...
- In the 1990s, 17 cities joined Germany's Emscher regeneration programme. 30 years later the polluted industrial region had become a green hub with a 70-km landscape parkEmscher story is a powerful example of how environmental regeneration can take place across generations. The region did not become green ov...
- In 2002, Albany buried 1,500 feet of Patroon Creek underground. 18 years later, daylighting restored the stream and improved flood resilience across the project area tooAccording to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's success story, U.S. Geological Survey streamflow data showed that three of the five...
- NABARD, NaBFID sign MoU for funding rural infrastructure projectsNABARD and NaBFID have signed an initial pact to strengthen collaboration. This agreement focuses on financing infrastructure projects with...
- Scientists tested reflective pavement through an Australian summer, and the road surface stayed cooler, but midday radiant heat increased above itA western Sydney trial revealed reflective roads cool surfaces but raise pedestrian temperatures. This study tracked the trade-off over a y...
- Assam CM meets Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar to discuss urban infrastructureAssam's Chief Minister met the Union Minister for Power and Urban Affairs. They discussed the state's energy needs and power infrastructure...
- Enough of Gurugram as Potemkin villageGurugram's modern facade crumbles during heavy rains, revealing inadequate infrastructure and poor upkeep. Over-concretisation and insuffic...
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