urban development
Coverage of urban development in the Nexus archive.
- Tejasvi Surya seeks transparency dashboard, faster Metro works in Bengaluru from new minister
Tejasvi Surya, Bengaluru South MP, called for a transparency dashboard and accelerated Metro works in Bengaluru, citing the city's struggles due to the absence of elected local bodies, delays in infrastructure projects, and unplanned urban development.
- New Union government scheme pushes local bodies to move towards market-based financing of urban development
The Union government has launched a new scheme requiring local bodies to secure at least 50% of urban development project costs through market-based financing such as bonds, bank loans, and public-private partnerships, with the government providing a 25% grant.
- Residents see RED as 59-ft tall scarlet warehouse is built overshadowing their homes - and can't even be used due to planning row
Residents are upset about a 59-foot-tall red warehouse built near their homes, which overshadows their properties and remains unused due to a planning dispute. The structure's height and color have become a point of contention in the community.
- Japan college to build AI- and robot-powered city within a city
A Japanese college is planning to construct an AI- and robot-powered city within a city, integrating advanced technologies into urban infrastructure. This innovative project aims to create a futuristic urban environment that leverages artificial intelligence and robotics for enhanced city operations and services.