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india’s climate strategy: why marginalized communities must be at the centre of urban resilience

India’s cities are expanding at breakneck speed, evolving into sprawling urban hubs that drive the nation’s economic engine. Yet, this...
Kanika Bansal March 8, 2025

the mirage of “vikas”: why urban planning in indian cities struggles to deliver the basics?

India's cities force millions to navigate potholes, broken footpaths, and endless traffic every day—almost as if dysfunction is built into...
Aadish Nargunde March 4, 2025

indian cities: a paradox of plenty – why urban life in india remains broken despite progress

Indian cities stand at the crossroads of unprecedented economic growth and deep-rooted urban dysfunction. As the world's fifth-largest economy, the...
Aadish Nargunde March 3, 2025

independent cinema driving environmental awareness and conservation in india

Cinema has long been a transformative medium, shaping society and influencing public opinion. The audiovisual experience leaves a lasting impression...
Monisha Bahuguna December 24, 2024

opinion: bhopal & indore brts is gone—a win for car owners, a loss for everyone else

The dismantling of Indore’s iBus, the BRT system,  has been celebrated by many as a win for commuters including Chief...
Kumar Manish November 22, 2024

ghost villages: haunting uttarakhand’s progress with real-life challenges

Uttarakhand, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is grappling with a pressing challenge the emergence of ghost villages. Despite...
Monisha Bahuguna November 22, 2024

include children and young people’s voices when we design urban policies: experts at pre vibrant gujarat summit on ‘liveable cities of tomorrow’.

December 15, Gandhinagar: In light of rapid urbanization, it is widely acknowledged that cities will be the principal agents for...
Urban Voices December 15, 2023

brts system revolutionises urban transportation locally & globally for good

In an era where urban congestion and environmental concerns dominate the headlines, the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) has emerged...
Kumar Manish May 24, 2023

the ultimate climate change good stories checklist from across the globe

Climate reportage can get overwhelmingly negative or ‘doomy-gloomy’ (as I like to call it) sometimes, selectively covering natural disasters, rising...
Dwija Modi July 2, 2022

sustainable cities are possible, if prioritized

The Internet is saturated with advice that tells you exactly how to go the sustainable route and all the things...
Dwija Modi June 28, 2022