We frequently come across rankings or discussions about the most disabled-friendly cities, the most women-friendly…
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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…
2023: A Year of Satisfaction and Some Concerns
As we look back at the year gone by, we realise that, as usual, there…
Adopt inclusive, sustainable urban design
Cities are where the majority of Indians will live in the near future: over 50…
Urban finances: need for new thinking
Urban local bodies are closest to the citizen. Besides, these ULBs have a profound effect…
Incentivise decarbonisation for lasting results
A recent media report quoted concerns of various ministries of the Government, notably the Steel…
Urban floods; a wake-up call
This July, in Delhi, the Yamuna River had been flowing well above the danger mark…
Urban 20 – The voice of cities
Half the earth’s population already lives in cities; this will reach two-thirds by 2050. Cities…
Women can help build inclusive cities
The role of women in society has been discussed on different platforms, in different contexts,…
Technology for a better urban future
The recent flood incident at one of our large cities which resulted in the tragic…