Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayor election 2025, becoming the first Muslim and youngest mayor. Learn about his policies, historic victory, and significance for governance. Historic Win: Zohran Mamdani Elected as New York City’s Mayor In a landmark result on 4 November 2025, Zohran Mamdani secured victory in the mayoral race of New York City, becoming the 111th…
NAKSHA Programme revolutionizes urban land records in India with GIS and GNSS technologies, enhancing transparency, governance, and citizen access to property data. NAKSHA Programme: Revolutionizing Urban Land Records in India Introduction The NAKSHA Programme (National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations) is a transformative initiative launched by the Government of India under the Digital…
Swachh Survekshan 2025 results are out! Mysuru rejoins the Super Swachh League while Bengaluru leaps to 36th rank among million-plus cities, reflecting improved sanitation, waste management, and urban governance. 🌟 Mysuru Joins India’s Cleanest Cities League; Bengaluru Climbs to 36th 1. Overview of Swachh Survekshan 2024–25 Outcomes The annual Swachh Survekshan 2024–25 rankings, conducted under the…
National ULB Conference 2025 in Gurugram focuses on empowering urban local bodies, promoting constitutional democracy, and aligning with Viksit Bharat 2047 goals. India Hosts First National Conference of Urban Local Body Chairpersons in Gurugram Inaugural Session and Conference Overview On July 3–4, 2025, India held its first-ever National Conference of Chairpersons of Urban Local Bodies…
TomTom Traffic Index 2023: Bengaluru Ranked Second Most Congested City Bengaluru has been identified as the second most congested city, according to the TomTom Traffic Index 2023. This revelation is crucial for aspirants preparing for government exams, especially those targeting positions in various sectors such as teaching, policing, banking, railways, defense, and civil services like…
Amplifi 2.0: Urban Affairs Ministry’s Data Initiative for Indian Cities The Ministry of Urban Affairs has launched “Amplifi 2.0,” a groundbreaking data initiative aimed at transforming the urban landscape of Indian cities. This initiative comes as a significant step towards harnessing data-driven insights to enhance urban development strategies across the country. Why this News is…
India and ADB Ink $400 Million Deal for Urban Infrastructure Development The partnership between India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently culminated in a significant milestone with the signing of a $400 million loan agreement. This collaborative effort is specifically aimed at fostering the development of urban infrastructure across several Indian states. The deal…
World Cities Day 2023 to Be Observed on 31st October World Cities Day is an annual observance that falls on the 31st of October. It is a day designated by the United Nations to promote the international community’s interest in global urbanization and the contributions of cities to sustainable development. This day serves as a…
National Urban Technology Mission: A Boost for Municipal Services and ULBs The Indian government is set to launch the National Urban Technology Mission (NUTM) to improve the delivery of municipal services and strengthen Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the country. The NUTM is aimed at leveraging technology and data-driven decision making to enhance the quality…
