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In Chicago, a Shedd Aquarium-backed team built floating gardens, and after years on the Chicago River, they've now spread to Bubbly CreekIn Chicago's Bubbly Creek, innovative floating wetlands are taking center stage in the fight against pollution. These modular systems not o...
In 1972, Chicago began digging 110 miles of sewer tunnel up to 300 feet down; 50 years on, the Deep Tunnel has captured more than a trillion gallons of combined sewageChicago's Deep Tunnel project has been a vital safeguard for Lake Michigan over the past fifty years. Initiated in 1972, this impressive 11...
Infrastructure projects see cost overrun of Rs 3.4 lakh cr: MoSPIOngoing infrastructure projects show a Rs 3,40,504 crore cost overrun on projects over Rs 150 crore. Over 1,700 projects are monitored, wit...
Earlier in 2026, United Utilities sent 44-ton tunnel borer Lily beneath Knutsford to build a 1.1-mile stormwater tunnel. Now, the finished system will hold 5.5 million liters of rainwater without closing the high streetKnutsford tunnel boring machine Lily has just completed the first major drive beneath the English town, digging deep underground without te...
Kerala: Vizhinjam International seaport to begin full-scale export-import operations from August 18Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin full export-import operations on August 18. This marks a significant step for Kerala's maritime ...
Since 2025, University of Manchester researchers modelled 2,300 urban canal sections across Great Britain and Ireland. Now, the study shows canals can lower nearby temperatures by as much as 2.3°C during heatwavesUrban canals cooling: Urban canals provide a notable cooling effect on surrounding areas, particularly during heatwaves. This natural cooli...
Thousands of US parks may sit dangerously close to toxic waste and chemical releases; researchers mapped more than 151,000 public parks to uncover the riskIn a comprehensive study, public parks and industrial sites in the United States were meticulously analyzed. Alarmingly, over half of these...
Researchers replaced a bare roof with plants; green roof surfaces stayed 30 to 40°F cooler in summerGreen roofs cool surfaces by up to forty degrees Fahrenheit, reducing urban heat island effects. Evapotranspiration from plants cools build...
Infra projects see cost overrun of Rs 4.92 lakh cr: MoSPIA significant number of infrastructure projects, each exceeding Rs 150 crore, have encountered notable cost escalations. Out of 1,847 proje...
Infrastructure projects see cost overrun of Rs 4.92 lakh cr: MoSPIInfrastructure projects worth over Rs 150 crore each registered substantial cost overruns. A total of 1,847 projects monitored showed revis...
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games open with scaled-down format and a promise of a sustainable futureIn a grand display at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, the 23rd Commonwealth Games commenced with King Charles III's official opening. He underscored t...
Not a crocodile or alligator: Massive 10-feet-long lizards, world's second largest, roam in India's SundarbansIAS officer Sanjay Kumar highlighted the Asian water monitor and Bengal monitor thriving in the Sundarbans. The Asian water monitor, the wo...
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari outlines ambitious transport plans ranging from new metros & electric buses to greenfield airportWest Bengal will see visible transport changes within one year under the new government. Kolkata will receive a Water Metro and two new int...
A symphony of spice and sound: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers local musical treasure trove and culinary experiencesLouisiana offers a soulful experience through its waterways and vibrant music. Travellers can savour memorable dishes and collect small, se...
Union Minsiter Sonowal inaugurates Goa's new Captain of Ports Terminal building, announces phase-I priority for Goa water metroUnion Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal, in Panaji on June 27, inaugurated Goa's new Captain of Ports Te...
Why is market rising today? Sensex soars 800 pts, Nifty above 24,250. 3 key factors powering D-St bullsIndian stock markets experienced a significant surge on Thursday, with both the Sensex and Nifty climbing over 1%. This bullish trend was f...
Kolkata to join water metro network; Bengal eyes separate shipping department: CM Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal is planning a dedicated shipping wing and exploring minor port development. A deep-sea port project will proceed at Dadanpatrab...
Govt working on plan to rollout water metro transport system in 18 citiesIndia is set to launch a water metro transport system in 18 cities. This initiative aims to transform waterways into efficient public trans...
Centre plans Guwahati Water Metro in Phase I of nationwide rollout: Union minister Sarbananda SonowalIndia is set to launch Water Metro services in 18 cities, with Guwahati leading Phase I. This initiative aims to transform waterways into e...
Economic Survey 2026: How Kochi can show the 'way' to other citiesIndia's Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights the Kochi Water Metro as a model for sustainable urban transport. This project revitalizes inlan...