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A Long Walk to Kid-topia

A child-friendly city is often equated with simplifying the public transit system to the point that even a child can…

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Nurturing Minds, Building Cities

In the intricate fabric of urban progress, the foundational role of primary education in shaping vibrant cities for our youngest…

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Why plan cities for children?

When we hear the word ‘urban’, we think of skyscrapers, motor vehicles, broad roads, traffic jams, etc. Amidst this urban…

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Urban Climate Blueprint

As cities grapple with the escalating impacts of climate change, the imperative for proactive measures intensifies. This article delves into…

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Time to update water governance

Drawing attention to issues in Bengaluru, Chhattisgarh, and Pune, the author highlights the need for accountability, institutional reforms, and collaborative…

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Stop Emasculating Cities

The XVIth Finance Commission (FC) has been constituted, and currently we are in the middle of the XVth FC recommendations.…

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Transforming Urban Education

The role of planners is increasingly becoming central to crafting resilient, inclusive, and sustainable urban spaces. This article explores the…

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Are cities sitting on a pot of gold?

Cities contribute over two-thirds of the country’s GDP, even though they occupy less than five per cent of the land…

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Kochi’s Climate-Smart Solutions

Urbanisation has undoubtedly been a reason for congestion, pollution, and economic disparity. It’s not just emissions from cities that are…

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India Leads with Sustainable Solutions at COP 28

The recently concluded COP 28 (Conference of the Parties) stands as a significant milestone in the global fight against climate…

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