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Why in the News? On International Women’s Day 2025, the focus is on women’s access to public spaces, highlighting safety concerns, gendered mobility restrictions, and policy solutions to create inclusive urban environments where women can navigate freely without fear. Challenges Faced by Women in Public Spaces: India ranks 128th among 177 countries in the Women, …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Union Cabinet approved two ropeway projects under Parvatmala Pariyojana—Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji (12.4 km) and Sonprayag to Kedarnath (12.9 km)—at a cost of ₹6,811 crore, aiming to improve accessibility and boost religious tourism. Highlights of the Project : The Union Cabinet has approved two major ropeway projects under the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Cities Coalition for Circularity was launched at the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Jaipur to promote city-to-city collaboration, circular economy practices, and sustainability efforts. The event emphasized achieving SDGs and carbon neutrality in Asia-Pacific. 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum: Hosted at Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Minister of Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare launched the NAKSHA programme in Raisen, Madhya Pradesh. This initiative leverages geospatial technology to modernize urban land records, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and efficiency in property documentation. Key points: NAKSHA Programme The National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations (NAKSHA) …
Read MoreIntroduction The governance of Delhi, India’s capital, is unique due to its status as a Union Territory with a state legislature. The interplay between the central and state governments plays a crucial role in its development. To transform Delhi into a modern, efficient, and sustainable city, a multi-pronged approach is required, focusing on infrastructure, public …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The debate on land acquisition laws resurfaces following discussions on South Africa’s property expropriation policies, drawing comparisons with the United States and India’s evolving legal frameworks for balancing public interest and private property rights. Evolution of Eminent Domain Laws: Eminent domain laws allow the state to acquire private property for public …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Budget highlighted infrastructure development and passenger comfort for Indian Railways, but key concerns like delayed safety initiatives, pending high-speed rail projects, and unclear timelines for Vande Bharat train expansion have raised criticism. Key Announcements: The Railways Minister emphasized infrastructure development, modernization of stations, and enhancing passenger connectivity, safety, and …
Read MoreKWIN City, a rapidly growing twin city of Bengaluru, has been earmarked for multiple infrastructure projects, including a smart city initiative, expressway expansion, and an industrial hub. The government has allocated ₹5000 crore for land acquisition, but the process has been marred by allegations of corruption, illegal land grabbing, and favoritism towards influential individuals. There …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Nearly a decade after its launch, the Smart Cities Mission faces scrutiny for failing to achieve objectives. Mismanagement, lack of local governance, and misplaced priorities have left key projects, including Shimla’s initiatives, incomplete and underwhelming. Status of the Smart Cities Mission: Launched in June 2015, the Smart Cities Mission aimed to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Urban Mobility India Conference, inaugurated in Gandhinagar, brings policymakers and experts together to discuss and integrate solutions for efficient urban transport, recognizing cities for excellence in urban management. Highlights about the 17th Urban Mobility India Conference Begins in Gandhinagar: The 17th Urban Mobility India Conference and Exhibition is set to …
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