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Shirish B Patel
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Mumbai, ‘under construction’: Is there a solution for the series of unnecessary, wasteful projects?
The opposing views on the proposal to demolish the Malabar Hill Reservoir reflect why the infallibility of technical advice can be questioned.
Shirish B Patel
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Expanded public space and amenities, stacked streets: Strategies for humane living in crowded cities
Can more compact cities also mean lower operating and living costs without a compromise on standards of living?
Shirish B Patel
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Mumbai development rules show how cars matter more than play areas for children
Play areas in many new buildings are tiny, crammed with slides and swings and sand pits, with no athletic value.
Shirish B Patel
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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The National Land Monetization Corporation could mean the end of liveable cities
The government’s new enterprise has the choice of using its powers to maximise benefits to the public or to maximise monetary returns.
Shirish B Patel
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Master Plan for Delhi 2041: The city requires a clear articulation of a meaningful planning process
Thoughts on how the planning and implementation process should be conducted.
Shirish B Patel, Oormi Kapadia & Jasmine Saluja
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In the draft Master Plan for Delhi 2041, a chronicle of chaos foretold
Missing from the goals is any notion of equity in the city.
Shirish B Patel, Jasmine Saluja & Oormi Kapadia
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes