Infrastructure

Under the Smart Cities Mission, Commercial Street was redeveloped by following TenderSURE guidelines. Why then did the road get damaged so quickly?

Studies show that concrete roads do have some benefits, but the way BBMP is laying these roads could defeat the purpose.

Bengaluru’s pothole problem can be solved by making some changes in the schedule and system of repair works, writes a citizen.

Last week, two Bengaluru women died in a fire in their apartment. Here’s an explainer on how to make apartments fire-safe, and what to do in case of a fire.

If we want good road infrastructure, we have to adopt quality standards for tendering, design and development of roads. And ensure public consultation.

Rooftop solar sees a major setback in Bengaluru due to infrastructural and bureaucratic hurdles.

For fire safety focus on 3 aspects – Protection, Protection, Preparation

A panel discussion on the Commuter Rail Project agreed that mobilising the suburbs is the way forward for the much-sidelined project

A Bengaluru resident proposes two design solutions for easy access to the new Baiyappanahalli railway terminal, which is all set to be a transportation hub.

A view contrary to the prevalent one brings with it an alternative perspective. Krishna Rao Jaisim provides just that, about urban design.

Many apartments in Bengaluru have been saving lakhs of rupees in maintenance charges after installing rooftop solar panels. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to install these systems, what could be the benefits, and what problems to look out for.

Many apartments in Bengaluru are rushing to install solar panels given the likelihood of change in rules soon. Rooftop solar systems have led to huge savings in their maintenance costs, apartment associations say.