Connecting and Integrating Rural-Urban Development Pathways
India sees challenges as either rural or urban; instead, it needs to address them as part of a continuum
Category Urbanization, Habitat, Transportation and Regional Development
SATAT Scheme (2018): Affordability and Sustainability in Public and Rural Transport
In October 2018, the Swachhata Hi Seva fortnight saw the launch of the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) Scheme, intending to widen the use of a cleaner and cheaper alternative for automotive fuel, namely, Biogas.
India’s E-Vehicle Policy 2024: Paving the way for a greener future in sustainable transportation
The Indian government has set a bold and ambitious goal to transform the country into a global hub for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing.
Soaring Heights: The Bhartiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill, 2024 – Catalyzing India’s Aviation Revolution
The Bhartiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill 2024 seeks to remove the outdated laws of the aircraft bill 1934 which has also been amended 21 times at a time when India is one of the fastest growing civil aviation among its global partners and also in accordance to its 2047 vision- VIKSIT BHARAT. The Lok Sabha on Friday i.e. 9th august 2024 passed this bill to replace the 90-year-old bill and to improve the ease of doing business.
Transforming Urban Futures: Insights from IMPRI’s Panel on Cities and the 2024-25 Union Budget
Press Release Anulya Parameswaran The IMPRI, Center for the Study of Finance and Economics (CSFE), IMPRI Impactand PolicyResearch Institute, New Delhi, hosted an interactive panel discussion on thetopic Cities, Local Governance, and Union Budget 2024-25 on 26th July 2024, underthe…
Understanding Urban Policy Drift in 2024 Election Manifestos
Nearly 50% of Indian population lives in the cities, for they are hub of opportunities and significant in country's development trajectory. Yet, the urban landscape remains a blank spot in our political discourse.
Turbulence Ahead: Safeguarding Aviation Safety Amidst Operational Demands
Aashnaa Mehta Despite efforts to amend duty hour regulations through the Revised Civil Aviation Requirements on Flight Duty Time Limitations (2024) , opposition from airlines and regulatory deferments highlight ongoing tensions between safety and commercial priorities, necessitating proactive regulatory evolution…