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The India building construction market has been steadily growing, driven by expanding infrastructure development, increasing urbanization, and sustained government investment in housing and public amenities. The market was valued at USD 210 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 366 billion by 2031, growing at a compound annual
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Maiduguri, the largest city in Borno State, Nigeria, is facing a severe water crisis, exacerbated by the collapse of the Alau Dam and a decade of conflict, displacement, and rapid urban growth. With a projected population of over 2.5 million by 2030, the city's water infrastructure is
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The European Union has expressed support for Sri Lanka in its efforts to adopt widespread energy efficiency across the industrial sector, a move crucial for meeting the country's climate commitments and enhancing its economic resilience and energy security. The initiative, overseen by the European Union-funded Accelerating Industries Climate
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The Energy Management Systems Forum 2025, hosted by the European Union-funded Accelerating Industries Climate Response in Sri Lanka (AICRSL) project, brought together over 200 industry leaders, government officials, and international representatives to reflect on three years of Energy Management Systems (EnMS) training. The project, implemented by the United Nations Industrial
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In a significant move towards promoting socioeconomic inclusion, the Ministry of Development and Social Assistance, Family and Fight against Hunger (MDS) has partnered with the Superintendence for the Development of the Northeast (Sudene) and the company Inspirali to launch the Acredita no Primeiro Passo Program. The initiative aims to provide
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Shandan County in Gansu Province has made significant strides in developing its cultural and tourism industry. The county has been actively promoting the innovative development of its cultural and tourism industries, guided by the principles of "comprehensive regional development and brand empowerment." The results have been impressive, with
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U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) have requested an investigation into the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) handling of the Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds program, which provides funding for homelessness prevention. The senators have expressed concerns that HUD's
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The Governor of the Brazilian State of Acre, Gladson Cameli, has signed a technical and financial cooperation agreement with the State Legislative Assembly (Aleac) and the Micro and Small Business Support Service (Sebrae) to implement the Entrepreneurial City program in all 22 municipalities. This historic milestone aims to strengthen municipal
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As part of its ongoing efforts to modernize the power grid and increase the availability of capacity, Sadales Tikls, AS has invested in a significant upgrade of the 110/20 kilovolt (kV) transformer substation "Valdemarpils" in the Talsi region. The project, co-financed by the European Union (EU) Recovery
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The State Government of Gujarat has awarded the first Town Planning Scheme in the state for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Project. The scheme, known as TP Scheme number 61, will cover and strengthen the foundation for the city's economic zones, residential areas, and multimodal connectivity. The scheme has
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Beijing researchers have highlighted the importance of radiopharmaceuticals in the early diagnosis and treatment of major diseases such as cancer, central nervous system (CNS) diseases, and cardiovascular diseases. With the Chinese government's support through policies like the "Radiopharmaceutical Industrial Development Plan" in 2021, the field has
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Research findings on urban regeneration in historical districts have been presented in a recent study conducted by Islamic Azad University. The study aims to explore the effectiveness of urban regeneration strategies in the historical fabric of Dezful city, specifically focusing on the cultural, economic, and social dimensions of the area.
