Boxed In & Bored Out: Our Design Impact on Cities in India
Ever felt like you’re trapped behind a glass wall? That’s not just existential dread. That’s your nervous system reacting to your surroundings.…
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Delhi EV Policy 2.0 Next Month, Says Transport Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh at Urban Adda 2025 held in New Delhi
Delhi Transport Minister pledged zero bus shortage by year-end and promised that Delhi’s bus services would prioritise quality, safety, and commuter satisfaction.
Urban Adda 2025: Igniting Conversations for a Sustainable, Equitable Urban Future
New Delhi: As India’s cities expand at an unprecedented pace, so do the challenges—and opportunities—of urban living. This June, New Delhi will…
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 with love,…
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 a serious…
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 with the…
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, from missing…
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, zero waste,…
Mumbai’s First Elevated Forest Walkway Opens at Malabar Hill — But Are We Ready to Walk the Talk?
Mumbai's Malabar Hill now has India's first elevated forest walkway. But can the BMC maintain it, manage crowds, and treat green public space as necessity not novelty?
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 to accommodate…