no toilets, no creches, no footpaths: why indian cities are failing mothers
“What if caregiving weren’t treated as a private problem—but a public design priority?” Every year, Mother’s Day floods our timelines...
can media and social media influencers save our cities ?
From flashy reels to primetime shouting matches, we are surrounded by stories—some true, many twisted, and most forgettable. But here’s...
the air we breathe: unmasking india’s pm2.5 crisis
A recent study published in The Lancet Planetary Health delivers a grim warning—India’s deadly relationship with air pollution, specifically PM2.5,...
where are the urban planners? why india’s urban future needs a new ecosystem
Here’s a number that should make you pause: India has just 0.23 accredited urban planners per 100,000 people. Compare that...
do our urban leaders truly understand the cities they govern?
Why are Indian cities still gasping for air—quite literally and figuratively? The cracks in city governance are no longer subtle,...
experts, meet doers: why india’s urban future needs both wheels of the cart
Every few months, a new buzzword pops up in the world of urban planning — climate-resilient cities, child-friendly neighbourhoods, walkability,...
uttarakhand’s ‘green chardham yatra’ 2025: can pilgrimage and sustainability go hand-in-hand?
Every year, lakhs of devotees brave the treacherous roads, unpredictable weather, and high altitudes to visit the holy shrines of...
the missing link in urban india: why citizen ownership is critical to reclaim our cities ?
For decades, conversations about India’s urban challenges have revolved around familiar culprits: poor governance, outdated infrastructure, and lack of resources....
building cities for women: how gender-inclusive urban design is transforming public spaces globally
How cities are designed directly affects how people move, work, and participate in society. While most urban spaces are built...
are cities designed for only half the population? the urgent need for gender-inclusive urban planning
Cities are often seen as spaces of opportunity, progress, and connectivity. But for millions of women, urban environments are riddled...