Urban Acres

Kolkata has emerged as a focal point in discussions around critical mineral security after senior representatives from India and Australia met in the city to explore deeper cooperation in the minerals sector. The engagement comes at a time when countries across the world are seeking reliable access to minerals essential for clean energy technologies, advanced manufacturi...

Maharashtra is heading into another active phase of the monsoon, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting heavy rainfall in parts of Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra while Vidarbha remains under a period of heightened weather risk. The pattern could affect road travel, hill routes and urban drainage, making preparedness important as rainfall continues across sev...

Maharashtra’s state bus network has crossed a significant threshold in its shift towards digital ticketing, with more than one crore passengers registered for the National Common Mobility Card. The development gives the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation a large base for expanding cashless payments, while also bringing questions around accessibility, activation...

Kolkata is preparing for a significant shift in urban mobility as work progresses on the extension of the city’s Orange Line metro corridor, a project expected to strengthen connections between New Garia and Salt Lake Sector V. The planned expansion is set to improve access between major residential districts, employment hubs and educational centres, potentially reducing...

Mumbai is set for another wet day on Friday, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting moderate rainfall and persistent cloud cover across the city and suburbs. Thane remains under a yellow warning for isolated heavy showers. The forecast comes as the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region continues to manage the transport, drainage and infrastructure pressures that...