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WHAT'S NEXT?: Smart cities are the talk of the town right now and so they should be to cope when over 60% of us will live in cities by 2030. E-bikes, Driverless- connected vehicles, buildings that talk to each other will help but many cities are susceptible to climate change and pandemics. Explore the issues faced by cities and the new ideas that will change the way urban dwellers live in the 21st century.

• [New] Rising sea level threatens coastal cities like Mumbai & Kolkata with erosion, saltwater intrusion, and infrastructure loss. PMF IAS
• [New] Due to buses being unable to access certain roads in Liverpool city center passengers for the city center or wishing to connect with Wirral line services should note that rail replacement buses will not stop at Liverpool Central. Merseytravel
• [New] China is expecting to see the end of rapid urbanization and achieve an urbanization rate of about 80% of its population by 2060, which will increase electricity demand. Springer Nature Switzerland
• [New] India is projected to witness a 43% rise in extreme rainfall events and a two-fold increase in heatwave days across key urban centers by 2030 due to climate change. Krishi Jagran Media Group
• [New] Rising temperatures could lead to frequent extreme rainfall events in most Indian districts by 2030, posing serious risks to cities, agriculture, and infrastructure. Krishi Jagran Media Group
• [New] Asia-Pacific Growth: Asia-Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth in the coming years, fueled by rapid urbanization, increasing infrastructure investment, and growing awareness of sustainable construction practices in countries like China, India, and Japan. UnivDatos
• [New] Demonstrations against ICE actions are expected to continue in Los Angeles and other major cities in the coming days. Newsweek
• [New] Myanmar is implementing the National Waste Management Strategy and Master Plan for Myanmar (2018-2030) in urban areas and industries. Global New Light Of Myanmar
• [New] Miami, New Orleans, and Jakarta are repeatedly flagged as cities facing existential threats, with chronic flooding projected for parts of Miami as early as 2030-putting over 100,000 residents at direct risk. Climate Cosmos
• [New] Autonomous vehicles could significantly reduce traffic congestion and pollution, making them an attractive option for city planners and residents alike. Breaking News Now
• [New] Public Health Risks: Each year, 5.8 million tonnes of plastic waste are openly burned across India, mainly in rural areas and urban slums, releasing carcinogens like dioxins and furans. Drishti IAS
• [New] At present, Silence has 160 battery exchange points in strategic areas around major cities and expects to have more than 200 points (in Spain) by the end of the year. Automotive World
• [New] The exodus from cities like Miami, Phoenix, and New Orleans is expected to accelerate as conditions worsen, straining resources in receiving cities. Climate Cosmos
• [New] Rapidly Growing Energy Demand: With India projected to account for 25% of global energy demand growth by 2047, uninterrupted energy supply is essential to fuel economic growth, industrial output, and urban development. Civilsdaily
• [New] In reality, the Chinese government may select smart city pilots according to factors including city size, development potential, infrastructure, and information technology level, which is not random and may lead to estimation bias. Nature
• [New] Growing demand for molecular and multiplex diagnostics in both urban and rural areas, coupled with partnerships between global firms and local entities, is expected to enhance testing accessibility. Market.us Media
• [New] Cities are facing a future of huge urban growth and increasing effects of climate which together will have significant implications for the health of urban people and the burden on urban health systems, emissions and equity. Resilient Cities Network
• With India's urban population projected to reach 850 million by 2051, BIPV supports sustainable urban growth by enabling renewable energy in infrastructure. EDUREV.IN
• We could see anything from large-scale drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities to a grinding mechanized offensive to try and take the Donbas to a VDV drop to capture Kiev. Secret Projects Forum
• TVS Motor Company has partnered with Kadam Mobility to deploy 500 electric three-wheelers in FY 2025-26, advancing clean urban mobility and inclusive employment across Indian cities. Energetica India Magazine, India Energy News, Renewable Energy News, Conventional Power Generation, Companies Guide...
• CAIRO, (Reuters) - Egypt unveiled plans today to build a desert city that will see about 7% of Egypt's annual Nile River quota rerouted from fertile delta land to pass by upscale glass-fronted housing units and eventually a large agricultural project. Stabroek News
• Recife's challenges - and its creative solutions - could become a model for other cities facing similar threats. discoverwildscience

Last updated: 14 June 2025