Urban Distress Cycle: Trust Deficit Drives Public Outrage
Ashwin Mahesh analyzes India's urban crisis where trust deficit makes citizens see every issue as systemic failure. Read how this cycle affects governance.
Ashwin Mahesh analyzes India's urban crisis where trust deficit makes citizens see every issue as systemic failure. Read how this cycle affects governance.
Leading experts convened in Delhi to develop India's sustainable urban development roadmap. Key focus areas include climate-resilient infrastructure and green mobility solutions for growing cities.
Seven Maoists including two women cadres killed in fierce encounter with Andhra Pradesh police in Alluri Sitarama Raju district. Major success for security forces.
Bengaluru's upcoming Nature Festival 2024 will spotlight urban biodiversity and human-wildlife coexistence through workshops, exhibitions and expert talks from March 1-3 at Bal Bhavan.
A 2025 study reveals Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai are sinking due to groundwater extraction. Over 2,400 buildings at risk. Discover the science behind India's next big urban crisis.
Two wanted gangsters, Asif alias Tidda and his aide Deenu, were killed in a police encounter in Moradabad. The duo, wanted in over 90 criminal cases, carried cash rewards. Read for full details.
Epidemiologist Tolullah Oni, fresh from Nobel Prize Dialogue, advocates for health-centric urban planning in Bengaluru and beyond, addressing climate change and public health crises.
A surprising visitor disrupted classes at a Karnataka school when a curious baby elephant casually strolled into the campus, creating an unforgettable wildlife encounter that left students amazed.
Expert committee recommends strategic urban land monetisation and financial reforms to strengthen Karnataka's economy and fund development projects.
Discover how Pune's groundbreaking Spider Watch initiative is transforming fear into fascination through citizen science, creating India's first comprehensive urban spider database while challenging deep-rooted arachnophobia.
Explore how New York City continues to evolve while maintaining its unique paradoxes - from wealth inequality to cultural diversity, and discover what makes it eternally fascinating.
A criminal writ petition filed in the Bombay High Court seeks CBI investigation into the encounter killing of Manoj Sane, accused in the Mumbai hostage case. The petition alleges police brutality and evidence tampering.
Discover how Odisha is transforming from coast to core with massive infrastructure development, smart city projects, and economic diversification driving unprecedented urban growth.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre announces moratorium on new safari projects, prioritizes resolving human-animal conflict first. Exclusive details on the state's new wildlife protection strategy.
Kerala High Court scrutinizes the government's decision to grant Mohanlal a certificate for possessing ivory tusks, raising crucial questions about wildlife protection laws and celebrity privileges.
A Mumbai lawyer files petition in Bombay High Court alleging fake encounter of Rohit Arya during hostage case investigation. Read shocking details of police misconduct and judicial intervention.
Discover how India's proposed Special Governance Zones could transform urban infrastructure and tackle the administrative crisis plaguing major cities. A revolutionary policy approach to urban reform.
Shocking survey reveals Bengaluru residents' indifference toward civic issues is negatively impacting Karnataka's overall performance in urban governance metrics. Discover why India's tech capital is failing basic citizen engagement tests.
In a historic wildlife event, Himachal's Kinnaur district witnesses its first documented snow leopard sighting followed by a dramatic rescue from a water reservoir, marking a conservation milestone.
A majestic wild elephant surprised locals by visiting a bus stand in Latehar district, creating excitement and drawing crowds. The gentle giant roamed freely before returning to the forest.
A civil society fact-finding committee in Telangana raises serious questions about the police encounter that killed Riyaz, citing procedural lapses and demanding immediate CBI investigation into the controversial incident.
Seventy-one villages on Bhubaneswar's outskirts are formally requesting integration into the municipal corporation to access improved water supply, sanitation, roads, and other urban amenities currently lacking in their areas.
Watch the jaw-dropping viral video where a fearless honey badger takes on a mighty tiger in an epic forest battle that defies all expectations.
Exclusive 2025 rankings reveal India's most polluted urban centers. Discover which cities topped the dirtiest list and the critical factors behind their poor environmental performance.
Mumbai lawyer surrenders in hostage case, claims police planned fake encounter. Case heads to Bombay High Court amid serious allegations against law enforcement.
Karnataka's Forest Department is seeking government approval to create a specialized cadre of wildlife veterinarians, addressing critical gaps in animal healthcare and conservation efforts across the state's protected areas.
Aizawl Municipal Corporation's unconventional plan to distribute slingshots for deterring stray dogs has animal activists up in arms. Learn about the heated debate over this controversial approach to urban animal management.
Exploring the social breakdown in Indian metros like Mumbai, where gated communities and digital isolation have replaced traditional neighbourhood bonds and children's play spaces.
Haryana's Rohtak launches massive anti-encroachment campaign to reclaim public spaces, improve infrastructure, and ensure urban safety. Learn why this drive has become essential.
Karnataka's forest department faces a severe wildlife healthcare crisis as critical veterinarian positions remain vacant for over 10 years, endangering protected species across the state's reserves and national parks.