The Khajaguda Hills are rich in biodiversity and home to several unique species. Today, the heritage area stands threatened by a proposed 100-feet road.
Palika Bazar features in the 2021 Notorious Markets List, among 42 online and 35 physical markets worldwide known for selling counterfeit or pirated goods.
15-year data from the Kashmir wildlife department shows that entry of animals into urban residential areas has resulted in numerous deaths and injuries.
An automated clean-up system for intercepting and removing floating solid waste from the Picket drain inlet has helped to clean up the lake noticeably.
Despite the COVID spike in Kashmir there has been no ban on tourist arrivals. However, all gardens and parks in Srinagar and elsewhere have been closed. Too late, perhaps?
Delhi has set up a 12-member Committee on Economic Revival of the City, under technocrat Jasmine Shah, and comprised of representatives from the government, municipal corporations and industry.
The question is especially pertinent given that the AMC is unable to provide basic infrastructure even within its present jurisdiction and faces a big loss of income due to COVID.
The Smart City corporation, headed by Rubal Agarwal, is using data analytics and technology to track cases and project future needs. It has also launched a couple of apps to enable coordination among stakeholders.
