Urban Development Minister

M Venkaiah Naidu says he is not interested in contesting vice-presidential election

Union minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday said he was not interested in any ceremonial position that would keep him away from the people and would not contest the vice-presidential poll even if someone compelled him.

With Congress support, Real Estate bill gets passed in Rajya Sabha

A bill seeking to regulate the real estate sector, bring in transparency and help protect consumer interests was passed by the Rajya Sabha today

Infographic: Here's an interactive map showing the 98 cities selected for smart city project

The Modi government on Thursday released the list of 98 cities which are going to be developed into smart cities.

Centre asks urban municipal bodies to mobilise their own resources

The central government has asked urban municipal bodies to mobilise resources by levying taxes wherever necessary to improve basic civic amenities.

DDA to launch next housing scheme in December 2016

Barcelona thief steals Venkaiah Naidu's bag, throws passport but keeps credit card

Urban development minister Venkaiah Naidu had an unpleasant experience on in Barcelona as his bag containing his passport and other belongings was stolen.

India at inflection point; new ideas, innovation need of the hour: Venkaiah Naidu

Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday said innovation and new ideas were key to meeting the objectives of nation building in the coming decade.

Law for accountability needed in building collapse cases: Naidu

M Venkaiah Naidu favoured incorporating in law provisions which hold the concerned officials responsible in building collapse cases.

Govt will go ahead with decision to construct Polavaram dam: Venkaiah

There is no looking back on the Polavaram irrigation project in Andhra Pradesh and the government will stick to its decision to construct the dam.