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Home2019November

Month: November 2019

Civic

Chennai Buzz: FASTag at toll plazas | Crackdown on unauthorised construction | Rise in road offences… and more

November 30, 2019 News Desk

From FASTag services at the ECR and OMR toll plazas to the demolition of illegal shops near Mylapore, here’s a quick recap of some important news from your city this week.

Health

Decline in new HIV+ cases, but road to AIDS prevention still fraught with challenges

November 29, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

The good news, first: New HIV cases recorded in Chennai have steadily decreased over the past six years. The bad news: Taking intervention efforts to the ones who need it the most remains very difficult. As we approach World AIDS Day, a look at the scenario in the city.

Commute

What can Chennai learn from London and Singapore to improve its public transport?

November 28, 2019 ITDP India

Cities like London and Singapore with sophisticated city-wide transportation systems can provide valuable lessons for Chennai as the Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA) becomes functional, having received the nod of the Tamil Nadu government earlier this year.

Society

15000 calls to women’s helpline since launch of Amma Patrol: DCP H Jayalakshmi

November 27, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

The Amma Patrol is part of the Tamil Nadu government’s initiative that saw the formation of the Crime against Women and Children (CWC) wing in June 2019. We spoke to the Deputy Commissioner, CWC wing, to find out how the patrol service works.

Commute

Five reasons why it takes half an hour to travel a kilometre on GST Road

November 26, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

Infrastructure lapse, weak traffic rule implementation and irresponsible citizen behaviour — all have a role to play in creating the traffic nightmare that GST Road presents today. A look at the top reasons and possible solutions

Civic

Chennai Buzz: Stay on property tax revision | Water quality test | Rainwater harvesting structures…and more

November 23, 2019 News Desk

A committee to review the proposed revision in property tax rates on hold for now, a High Court order on unauthorised parking, the latest on Villivakkam Lake restoration — a weekly recap of some important news from your city.

Civic

குப்பையான பாதையை மைதானமாக மாற்றிய கோட்டூர்புரம் குழந்தைகள்

November 22, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

A Tamil translation of our story describing the wonderful initiative of kids and youngsters at the Kotturpuram Housing Board, who transformed a littered pathway into a clean, colourful space for the community.

Economy

Why homestays in Chennai appear poised for a very bright future

November 21, 2019 Pushpendra Shukla

More and more tourists to Chennai, as in other cities, appear to be opting for homestays over hotels. A homestay provider looks at the range of reasons behind the promising trend.

Civic

No waiting for the government, friends of Kotturpuram Tree Park begin replanting

November 20, 2019 Meenakshi Ramesh

Tired of waiting for PWD to fulfil its promise, volunteers sourced and planted saplings in an effort to restore the tree cover at Kotturpuram Tree Park.

Infrastructure

How to turn a littered pathway into a playground: Kotturpuram children create an example

November 18, 2019 Laasya Shekhar

A week ago, the passageway near Block H of Kotturpuram Housing Board resembled a mini dump yard with bags full of domestic waste strewn all around. Today, it is a clean, colourful space, buzzing with kids and youngsters who have actually led this transformation.

Civic

Chennai Buzz: Strict fines for garbage burning | Air quality update | Free wi fi zones…and more

November 16, 2019 News Desk

What do the latest AQI readings say about Chennai air? What do the Corporation’s revised waste management bylaws say? What’s planned for the busy Chennai Central junction? Catch the buzz from your city this week.

Economy

Meet the men who satisfy your midnight hunger pangs

November 15, 2019 Mahesh V

Introducing our new series, “While the city sleeps”, where we talk to people who keep Chennai’s night life and economy rolling, and bring you snapshots of their nocturnal lives.

Environment

Parrots in Chennai? This man knows thousands of them…

November 14, 2019 Lata Ramaseshan

Meet the indefatigable Sekar, the birdman of Chennai, who feeds thousands of parrots on his rooftop. The birds keep their appointment with him every single day!

Civic

குடிநீர் வாரியத்திடம் உங்கள் ஆழ்குழாய் கிணறுகளை பதிவு செய்யும் முறை என்ன?

November 13, 2019 Aruna Natarajan

Here’s the Tamil version of our earlier article detailing why Metro water wants citizens to register their borewells and open wells, and the steps involved in the process.

Governance

Why citizen engagement will be vital for the success of Chennai as a smart city

November 13, 2019 Varun Sukumar

Technology adoption is at the heart of success of any smart city, Chennai included. But can physical and digital infrastructure help make a city more liveable? Here’s where citizen engagement plays a key role.

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