Only half of women in Chennai felt that the city was safe for them according to the GCC’s Gender and Policy Lab study on women’s safety which was released recently.
Mental health professionals working in Chennai schools face many constraints as they navigate the delicate path of helping children, while some schools don’t even have counsellors.
The urban heat island effect in Chennai impacts the city’s marginalised communities who do not have the resources to mitigate effects of climate change.
A useful compiler for residents of Zone 2, comprised of areas such as Kosapur, Elandacheri and Manali New Town, as they get set to vote on February 19th.
A useful compiler for residents of Zone 10, comprised of areas such as West Mambalam, K.K. Nagar and Saidapet, as they get set to vote on February 19th.
Residents and civil society organisations use art and traditional foods to express dissent against polluting industries and to get the attention of authorities.
Labour stands in Chennai are seen as places of job opportunities for migrant workers. But low wages, no bargaining power and illegal practices in labour stands leave the workers vulnerable in many ways.
This week in Mumbai: Navi Mumbai's first metro; Surge in mumps cases; Electric water taxis; Smog towers idea dropped and more… Mumbai Buzz: Navi Mumbai’s first metro | Smog tower idea dropped and more… was published on Citizen Matters, Mumbai
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As Chennai envisions becoming an EV hub, incentives and improved charging facilities are crucial in steering the city towards EV adoption. Joining the EV wave: Is Chennai wired for change? was published on Citizen Matters