Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

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Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Has housing become prohibitively expensive in Indian cities?, Pg9

Urban housing crisis deepens: Skyrocketing prices push homeownership out of reach for most Indians, exacerbating inequality and social exclusion.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

2 Jan, 2026

Has housing become prohibitively expensive in Indian cities?, Pg9

Urban housing crisis deepens: Skyrocketing prices push homeownership out of reach for most Indians, exacerbating inequality and social exclusion.

2 Jan, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Farm fires over, Delhi still choked: Report, Pg7

Delhi's PM2.5 levels surge 30% post-farm fires, CSE report reveals local emissions and regional inflows as key culprits.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1 Jan, 2026

Farm fires over, Delhi still choked: Report, Pg7

Delhi's PM2.5 levels surge 30% post-farm fires, CSE report reveals local emissions and regional inflows as key culprits.

1 Jan, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Tamil Nadu needs to think beyond the metro, Pg7

Article questions metro rail's suitability for cities like Madurai, Coimbatore, advocating for cost-effective, inclusive transport solutions like electric buses.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

29 Dec, 2025

Tamil Nadu needs to think beyond the metro, Pg7

Article questions metro rail's suitability for cities like Madurai, Coimbatore, advocating for cost-effective, inclusive transport solutions like electric buses.

29 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

COPD is an invisible public health disaster, Pg12

Alarming rise in COPD cases in India, driven by air pollution and poor lung health, demands urgent public health action.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

29 Dec, 2025

COPD is an invisible public health disaster, Pg12

Alarming rise in COPD cases in India, driven by air pollution and poor lung health, demands urgent public health action.

29 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

The urban future with cities as dynamic ecosystems, Pg8

Urban planning must prioritize inclusivity, addressing linguistic and cultural barriers to ensure equitable access and belonging for all residents.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

26 Dec, 2025

The urban future with cities as dynamic ecosystems, Pg8

Urban planning must prioritize inclusivity, addressing linguistic and cultural barriers to ensure equitable access and belonging for all residents.

26 Dec, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector

‘900 million people will have diabetes by 2050, strong steps needed to slow progression’, Pg14

Diabetes cases to surge to 900 million by 2050 globally; India and China to remain hotspots.

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector

19 Dec, 2025

‘900 million people will have diabetes by 2050, strong steps needed to slow progression’, Pg14

Diabetes cases to surge to 900 million by 2050 globally; India and China to remain hotspots.

19 Dec, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Representation of the People's Act Indian Diaspora

The story of ‘We, the moving people’, Pg6

Migration trends reshape citizenship concepts globally, impacting voter rolls, political representation, and domicile laws in India and the US.

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Representation of the People's Act Indian Diaspora

18 Dec, 2025

The story of ‘We, the moving people’, Pg6

Migration trends reshape citizenship concepts globally, impacting voter rolls, political representation, and domicile laws in India and the US.

18 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why curbing vehicular pollution is key to the fight against foul air, Pg5

Delhi's vehicular pollution crisis deepens as experts call for stringent emission checks, structural reforms, and demand-side controls.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

17 Dec, 2025

Why curbing vehicular pollution is key to the fight against foul air, Pg5

Delhi's vehicular pollution crisis deepens as experts call for stringent emission checks, structural reforms, and demand-side controls.

17 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Disaster and Disaster Management

Climate change, deforestation worsened impact of SE Asia cyclones, Pg18

Deforestation and urbanization amplified cyclone-induced floods in Southeast Asia, causing 1,600 deaths and billions in economic losses.

17 Dec, 2025

Climate change, deforestation worsened impact of SE Asia cyclones, Pg18

Deforestation and urbanization amplified cyclone-induced floods in Southeast Asia, causing 1,600 deaths and billions in economic losses.

17 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Water discharged by STPs falls short of norms, Pg7

Delhi's sewage treatment plants fail to meet quality norms, posing threat to Yamuna's water quality and aquatic life.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

15 Dec, 2025

Water discharged by STPs falls short of norms, Pg7

Delhi's sewage treatment plants fail to meet quality norms, posing threat to Yamuna's water quality and aquatic life.

15 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

4 months to go, only 27% of budget used for urban development schemes, Pg8

Urban development schemes face fund crunch as ministry spends only 27% of budget with four months remaining.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

10 Dec, 2025

4 months to go, only 27% of budget used for urban development schemes, Pg8

Urban development schemes face fund crunch as ministry spends only 27% of budget with four months remaining.

10 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

What is the India Post’s DHRUVA framework?, Pg10

India Post proposes DHRUVA framework for standardized digital addresses, enhancing service delivery and user experience through consent-based data sharing.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

9 Dec, 2025

What is the India Post’s DHRUVA framework?, Pg10

India Post proposes DHRUVA framework for standardized digital addresses, enhancing service delivery and user experience through consent-based data sharing.

9 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Lessons from Beijing in clearing Delhi's air, Pg15

Delhi eyes Beijing's success story, adopting stringent emission norms, EV transition, and collaborative policies to combat air pollution crisis.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9 Dec, 2025

Lessons from Beijing in clearing Delhi's air, Pg15

Delhi eyes Beijing's success story, adopting stringent emission norms, EV transition, and collaborative policies to combat air pollution crisis.

9 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Do we need to change how cities are governed in India?, Pg9

Experts debate the weakening of Mayoral power in India despite constitutional amendments, citing political interference and financial constraints.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

5 Dec, 2025

Do we need to change how cities are governed in India?, Pg9

Experts debate the weakening of Mayoral power in India despite constitutional amendments, citing political interference and financial constraints.

5 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A day to pause and come down to earth, Pg8

World Soil Day 2024 highlights urban soil's crucial role in climate resilience, food security, and well-being amidst growing urbanization.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Dec, 2025

A day to pause and come down to earth, Pg8

World Soil Day 2024 highlights urban soil's crucial role in climate resilience, food security, and well-being amidst growing urbanization.

5 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics, Pg8

Urban liveability indices fail to account for climate risks, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations in developing Asian cities during extreme weather events.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Dec, 2025

The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics, Pg8

Urban liveability indices fail to account for climate risks, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations in developing Asian cities during extreme weather events.

4 Dec, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector