Reports & Papers
August 13, 2026
As Indian cities face growing infrastructure and climate-financing needs, municipal green bonds offer a potential pathway to mobilise long-term capital for sustainable and climate-resilient urban development. For Kochi, a low-lying coastal city increasingly exposed to flooding, heat stress and climate […]
August 12, 2026
Kochi's nightlife and the closure of Queen's Walkway are discussed by D Dhanuraj, highlighting urban spaces, safety, and the city's economy.
July 13, 2026
D Dhanuraj highlights the need for clear mandates, stronger institutions, and holistic planning to improve Kochi’s urban governance and development.
July 13, 2026
The Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) marks a significant shift in India’s approach to urban development by promoting market-based financing, integrated planning, and financially sustainable infrastructure. This paper critically examines whether the scheme can achieve its transformative objectives, highlighting key challenges […]
July 1, 2026
A total of 9 people died in a recent fire incident at a residential building in southwest Delhi’s Palam area. The National Crime Record Bureau data shows a decline in the number of fire accidents in India, a decrease from […]