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Do cities matter? What BJP, INC and CPI(M) manifestos say on urban issues	23.4.2019	Citizen Matters
From devolution of powers to local bodies, to the formation of National Urban Mobility Mission, to the creation of a separate Ministry for Water; what all are the promises made by political parties regarding urban issues in their manifestos ?
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How can governments make Bengaluru more liveable? By putting pedestrians first	22.4.2019	Scroll.in
Pollution, traffic and a host of other concerns can be resolved.
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Why addressing pedestrian concerns is key to making Bengaluru liveable	22.4.2019	Citizen Matters
Not so long ago, residents and visitors alike gushed over the pleasure of walking along the fragrant tree-lined avenues of Bangalore. Today walking in the city is a nightmare. What changed, and what can be done to encourage and protect pedestrians, which is important for more reasons than one?
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Here’s what citizens are demanding for inclusive and just urban development	16.4.2019	Citizen Matters
Members of civil society organizations, urban poor and worker collectives place their demands that reimagine cities and envision more inclusive and sustainable urban development, so that there is a place for all in these cities.
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Sustainable traffic solutions missing in campaign discourse as Bengaluru eyes one crore vehicles	15.4.2019	Citizen Matters
As election discourse heats up, many political parties promise to make urban mobility, public transport key areas of focus. But do they walk the talk? What does the proposal for an elevated corridor in Bengaluru say about the search for sustainable mobility solutions?
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Low-carbon, green and climate resilient urban infrastructure is the need of the hour: Vice President	15.4.2019	Govt of india: PIB
The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has called upon town planners to make sustainable solutions such as harvesting solar energy, enhancing green cover and water conservation an essential part of town planning.
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Omar Abdullah Sits On 'Dharna' Against Civilian Traffic Ban On Highway	10.4.2019	NDTV News - India-news
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) Vice-President Omar Abdullah on Wednesday sat on a 'dharna' (sit-in) on the national highway against the ban on civilian traffic on...
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Airport terminals to display Metro timings	2.4.2019	Hindu: Chennai
Move aimed at encouraging arriving passengers to take transit system
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When will Delhi see electric buses on its regular routes?	1.4.2019	Citizen Matters
In a detailed interview with Citizen Matters, Jasmine Shah, Vice Chairperson of the Delhi Dialogue and Development Commission (DDC), throws light on the exact goals with regard to induction of e-buses in the capital and the journey towards that over the last one year.
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Why Bengaluru’s big-budget elevated corridor project may not solve the city’s traffic woes	27.3.2019	Scroll.in
Substantive lacunae can be observed even in a quick reading of the proposal for the Rs 19,000-crore project.
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BJP 2014 manifesto check: Has Modi government improved cities and the lot of the new middle class?	25.3.2019	Scroll.in - News that matters
From better public transport and housing to 100 smart cities, the BJP made many promises before the last Lok Sabha election. How many have been fulfilled?
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Env group asks CM to reconsider elevated corridors, says it will impact our well-being	20.3.2019	Citizen Matters
Citing a report by NLSIU professor Dr M K Ramesh, Bangalore Environment Trust has appealed to the CM to reconsider the elevated corridor project. Dr Ramesh's report had said that the project was quixotic, with dire consequences for citizens
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Over 2500 citizens come together to protest against elevated corridor	18.3.2019	Citizen Matters, Bengaluru
A large coalition of citizen groups demanded more effective and economical alternatives to address Bengaluru's traffic problems.
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Invest in public transport, not elevated corridors, say protesters	18.3.2019	Citizen Matters, Bengaluru
Hundreds of citizens gathered at Maurya Circle on Saturday, demanding cancellation of the elevated corridor project. Citizens Live spoke to the protesters to know why they were opposed to the project
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Hong Kong faces commuter chaos after rare train collision	18.3.2019	Reuters: World News
A train collision disrupted services in Hong Kong on Monday, threatening commuter chaos during rush hour in the heart of the Asian financial hub, authorities said.
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Put RO-RO vessel in service to ease traffic congestion: SGBG to govt	17.3.2019	The Assam Tribune
Put RO-RO vessel in service to ease traffic congestion: SGBG to govt
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"Scrap The Tender": Bengaluru Citizens Protest Against Elevated Corridor	16.3.2019	NDTV News - Cities
Citizens of Bengaluru held a protest on Saturday against state government plans to construct a series of elevated roads.
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Why Bengaluru’s proposed mega elevated road corridor has sparked protests	16.3.2019	Scroll.in
Activists say the project won’t ease the city’s chronic traffic congestion or ensure inclusive mobility. It will only damage the environment.
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Time for intolerence: Mumbai residents must stop being so apathetic about their city’s neglect	16.3.2019	Scroll.in - News that matters
For ordinary Mumbaikars, just walking in their neighbourhoods or commuting to work is a terrible ordeal.
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Elevated Corridor controversy: CAF to focus on public transport, tree loss	16.3.2019	Citizen Matters
Citizen Action Forum explains their position on the Elevated Corridor controversy -- in the light of the recent court order in their writ petition.
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