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Bengaluru Metro Plan May Impact 11,000 Trees

Bengaluru Metro’s upcoming Phase-3 expansion may affect over 11,000 trees across the city, as the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) plans to build two elevated lines. While some trees may be transplanted, others are likely to be felled. The final alignment is yet to be confirmed.BMRCL has invited public feedback through a series of consultations over three days, encouraging citizens to express their concerns and suggestions regarding the proposed plans. Senior Metro officials will lead these discussions.Concerns have already emerged from various quarters. Environmentalists and..

Noida to Set Up 100 Auto Stands to Ease Traffic

The Noida transport department will establish around 100 designated auto-rickshaw stands across the district to ease congestion and enhance last-mile public transport access, officials announced on Monday. The initiative is aimed at reducing unauthorised parking and streamlining movement near metro stations and other key transit points.A meeting involving transport stakeholders and traffic police is scheduled for 26 July to finalise pick-up and drop-off zones along high-demand routes. “Once the locations are confirmed, signage and other necessary infrastructure will be installed,” said Siy..

TACC and NCB Collaborate on Graphene-Enhanced Sustainable Concrete

The two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore the use of graphene – a single layer of carbon atoms known for its strength, conductivity and lightweight nature – to improve the durability and performance of concrete. Graphene is increasingly finding applications in sectors such as electronics, coatings, energy storage, construction, and textiles.Through this collaboration, TACC’s graphene-based technology will be integrated with NCB’s expertise in concrete materials to develop next-generation construction solutions. The goal is to enhance struc..