The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), in association with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), is set to host the IGBC Green Karnataka Summit 2026 on 6 February 2026 in Bengaluru, bringing together policymakers, urban planners, architects, developers, industry leaders, and sustainability professionals on a common platform. Marking 25 years
The Building Materials & Technology Promotion Council (BMTPC), under the aegis of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India, continues its efforts to promote sustainable, cost-effective, and disaster-resilient construction practices across the country. As the national-level organization facilitating the transfer of innovative building materials and technologies from
The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) is set to host INTACH Utsav 2026, a four-day cultural festival celebrating India’s rich craft traditions, food heritage, and conservation practices. The event will take place from 28 to 31 January 2026 at the INTACH headquarters, 71, Lodhi Estate, New
The Raza Foundation has announced the next edition of its ongoing public discourse series Architecture Matters X, focusing on the critical theme “Shastra – Structure and the Science of Conservation.” The panel discussion will be held on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, at 7:00 PM at Gulmohar Hall, India Habitat Centre,
UN-Habitat Announces Regional Webinar on Powering Local Action Through Participation and Partnership
The UN-Habitat has announced the 3rd Regional Webinar for the African Region under its New Urban Agenda Learning Series, focusing on “Powering Local Action Through Participation and Partnership.” The regional sessions will be held on 28 January 2026 (English) and 29 January 2026 (French), bringing together policymakers, urban practitioners, planners,
The Council of Architecture – Training and Research Centre (COA-TRC), in collaboration with KJ’s Educational Institute, Trinity College of Architecture, Pune, has announced an intensive faculty training program titled “Human Mind, Body and Architectural Space”, scheduled from 16 to 20 February 2026 in online mode. Poster for “Human Mind, Body
The AMRUT Centre of Urban Planning for Capacity Building (ACUPCB) at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee is organising a two-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Water and River Sensitive Urban Development on 5–6 February 2026. The programme will be held at the Continuing Education Centre (CEC), IIT Roorkee, from 10:00
Dhaatu Puppet Theatre, a Bengaluru-based cultural organisation known for its work in traditional and contemporary puppetry, has announced an open call for freelance graphic designers to collaborate on an upcoming Book Design project. Dhaatu Puppet Theatre announces a freelance opportunity for graphic designers to work on an upcoming book design
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), under the Ministry of Culture, has announced an Open Call for a Student Art Competition as part of its international exhibition “The Light and the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One”, inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Open call
New Delhi: The Delhi Literature Festival 2026, one of India’s most vibrant and inclusive literary gatherings, has officially opened delegate registration for its upcoming edition scheduled from 6 to 8 February 2026. The three-day festival will be hosted at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Janpath, New
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PM Inaugurates Halwara Airport Terminal, Boosts Air Connectivity for Ludhiana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the new terminal building at Halwara Airport, calling it a moment of immense joy for the people of Punjab, particularly Ludhiana and the

Chennai–Bengaluru Expressway: NH-48 Six-Laning to Be Completed by October 2026
Chennai: The long-pending six-laning of the Sriperumbudur–Karaipettai section of NH-48, a critical part of the Chennai–Bengaluru Expressway corridor, is steadily progressing, with full completion now scheduled for October 2026, according

100-Metre ‘Make in India’ Steel Bridge Completed in Ahmedabad for Bullet Train Project
A major engineering milestone has been achieved in the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor with the completion of a 100-metre-long ‘Make in India’ steel bridge in Ahmedabad district. The bridge has

PM Modi to Virtually Inaugurate Halwara Airport on February 1 After Prolonged Delays
After years of missed deadlines and stalled progress, the long-awaited Halwara Airport in Ludhiana is finally set to be inaugurated. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the airport on

Delhi Metro to Extend Golden Line with 3.9 km Elevated Corridor from Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj
Delhi: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced the expansion of its Golden Line with a 3.9-kilometre elevated extension connecting Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj, aimed at addressing the growing
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NITI Aayog Launches Three Key Reports to Strengthen Circular Economy for ELVs, E-Waste, Tyres and Lithium-ion Batteries
Jaipur | In a major push towards sustainable resource management and low-carbon growth, NITI Aayog has launched three comprehensive reports focusing on strengthening India’s circular economy ecosystem for End-of-Life Vehicles

CAQM Reviews Enforcement Across NCR; Stage III GRAP Restrictions Revoked as Air Quality Improves
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has intensified enforcement actions across the National Capital Region (NCR) while simultaneously revoking Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)

Union Environment Minister Inaugurates National Conference on Eco-restoration of Aravalli Landscape
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday inaugurated the National Conference on Eco-restoration of the Aravalli Landscape: Strengthening the Aravalli Green Wall in New Delhi.

CAQM Inspects Road Stretches in Faridabad to Strengthen Dust Control Measures
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) conducted an inspection of road stretches maintained by the Municipal Corporation of Faridabad (MCF) on January 13, 2026, as part of intensified enforcement

Union Environment Minister Reviews Delhi Air Pollution Action Plan; Stresses Long-Term NCR-Wide Strategy
The Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, on Monday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess Delhi Air Pollution action plan for tackling air pollution, underlining
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Indian Culture Portal Showcases India’s Diverse Heritage at Bharat Parv 2026, Red Fort
Delhi: The Indian Culture Portal (ICP), an initiative of the Ministry of Culture, is participating in Bharat Parv 2026 at the Red Fort, New Delhi, from 26 to 31 January

India’s Sacred Piprahwa Relics Return Home After 127 Years, PM Modi Inaugurates Grand International Exposition in New Delhi
New Delhi: After a historic wait of 127 years, some of India’s most sacred archaeological treasures linked to the life of Lord Buddha have returned to the country, marking a

Ministry of Culture Stresses Digital Documentation of Village Heritage Under National Cultural Mapping Mission
The Ministry of Culture has reiterated the importance of systematic digital documentation of India’s village heritage as a foundation for cultural preservation and rural development. The emphasis was made during

Sustainable Development of Pilgrimage and Heritage Cities Under PRASHAD Scheme
The Ministry of Tourism has outlined a comprehensive approach to sustainable development of pilgrimage and heritage destinations under the National Mission on Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD).

Lucknow Joins the Global Table: Crowned UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
From Tehzeeb to Taste: Lucknow’s Culinary Glory Finds Global Recognition The city of Nawabs, Lucknow, has earned a global spotlight as it has been officially designated a UNESCO Creative City
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Exploring Forms Through Everyday Materials: DSEU Aryabhatta Campus Architecture Students Create Innovative Models
First-year students of the Architecture Department at DSEU Aryabhatta Campus have turned an everyday office object—stapler pins—into an exciting medium

Preserving Structure, Reimagining Space: The Architecture of Prema-Sudha
50-Year-Old Bangalore Home Renovated into IGBC-Certified Smart ResidenceBy Architect Yoshita Sriram – S Project Details Location: Bangalore, India Client: Sudha

Rising from the South: Spotlight on a Promising Kerala Design Firm
Designing Tomorrow: Inside the Visionary Studio of The Next Space, Calicut In the lush, culturally rich city of Calicut, Kerala,

Maximizing Space, Function, and Comfort in Multi-Story Residential Design in Delhi
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