Dr Jairaj Phatak

Green mobility for a cleaner future

The transportation sector is reportedly one of the largest contributors to Greenhouse Gas emissions. Some estimates put it at about…

3 weeks ago

Coastal Cities: Tourism among many opportunities

“Goa is India’s version of Paradise,” say some who have experienced the thrill of a visit to the vibrant state…

2 months ago

Cities are for children too

We frequently come across rankings or discussions about the most disabled-friendly cities, the most women-friendly cities, or even the most…

3 months ago

This new year let’s focus on preparedness and resilience

This is always that time of the year when we look into the future and visualize what the coming weeks…

3 months ago

2023: A Year of Satisfaction and Some Concerns

As we look back at the year gone by, we realise that, as usual, there have been many hits and…

5 months ago

Adopt inclusive, sustainable urban design

Cities are where the majority of Indians will live in the near future: over 50 per cent by 2050 People…

6 months ago

Urban finances: need for new thinking

Urban local bodies are closest to the citizen. Besides, these ULBs have a profound effect on the quality of lives…

7 months ago

Incentivise decarbonisation for lasting results

A recent media report quoted concerns of various ministries of the Government, notably the Steel and Mines ministries, on the…

8 months ago

Urban floods; a wake-up call

This July, in Delhi, the Yamuna River had been flowing well above the danger mark on several occasions. This led…

9 months ago

Urban 20 – The voice of cities

Half the earth’s population already lives in cities; this will reach two-thirds by 2050. Cities account for the overwhelming proportion…

10 months ago