GENRE: Explainers

City governments are increasingly relying on small incinerators to dispose of sanitary waste. But the evidence so far creates serious concerns.

Census 2021 and delimitation will begin only after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, so the law is unlikely to be implemented any time soon.

The data protection bill looks all set to be passed by the Lok Sabha. What does it say and why is there so much criticism and opposition to it?

Parts of the country are in the throes of a merciless summer. Find out more about the less known risks posed by intense heat and what you can do.

CBSE, ICSE or an international school board – Are you confused? Here’s a basic guide listing the key features of each.

The onus of ensuring smooth mobility rests on multiple government agencies. Here’s a summary of the key steps towards effective implementation.

Traffic flow control measures such as traffic signals, lane management and road space allocation have a big role to play in improved urban mobility.

A guide that explains transportation planning measures related to creation and management of transportation infrastructure like stations, depots and interchange.

Extreme rainfall and frequent floods are all too common in our cities now. To mitigate the risks, it is important to understand the root causes.

Measures controlling urban form, land use and design of individual neighbourhoods can make a big difference to traffic. What do they entail?

The Open Network for Digital Commerce, or ONDC, is aimed to make the digital marketplace accessible for all e-commerce players, big and small.

Can India leverage the economic potential of its Tier 2 and 3 cities to grow to a $40-trillion economy by 2047? Suggestions from a Niti Aayog report