IN: Chandigarh’s traffic violations down by 40%, thanks to Integrated Command and Control Centre
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Chandigarh’s newly elected MP Manish Tewari chaired the Smart City Advisory Forum meeting to review both completed works and those in progress
The Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Chandigarh has reduced traffic violations in the city by 40% and fatal crashes by 31% from January 2021 to December 2023, officials said during the 23rd Chandigarh Smart City Advisory Forum meeting on Monday.
Vietnam and Republic of Korea commit to stronger public administration cooperation
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Vietnamese Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra and the Republic of Korea (RoK)'s Minister of the Interior and Safety Lee Sang-min agreed to strengthen cooperation in public administration between the two agencies during their working session in Seoul on July 15.
Between now and the year’s end, both sides plan to hold a seminar on government innovation in response to global challenges. The RoK will increase information sharing to assist Vietnam in administrative reform, state governance, and restructuring of local authorities.
MY: 20,000 CCTV cameras needed to monitor crime and traffic in Kuala Lumpur, says Zahid
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Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) requires at least 20,000 CCTV cameras installed throughout the capital to monitor crime and traffic congestion.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said at present, there are only 5,000 units around the city.
He said the installation cannot be undertaken solely by DBKL but requires the cooperation of various ministries, departments and agencies, especially the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).
VN: Hanoi pilots EHR platform
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Patients and their doctors can now access their digital health records from a single platform.
A platform for creating, viewing, and sharing electronic health records has been rolled out in Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam.
On 28 June, the city rolled out its EHR platform. According to a state media report, the platform enables relevant authorities, including doctors to access the health information of individual patients, who also have the right to opt in or out of sharing their records.
IN: Jammu and Kashmir: Jammu Smart City plans to construct green buildings along Tawi riverfront
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The project also aims to make recreational, residential, commercial, and green spaces on the reclaimed land and the adjoining warehouse.
In a significant move towards enhancing urban sustainability, Jammu Smart City Ltd (JSCL) is considering establishing green buildings on the reclaimed land and adjoining areas of the Tawi riverfront development project, an official said on Monday. These green buildings are expected to incorporate energy-efficient designs, renewable energy sources, and sustainable construction materials, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint and enhanced quality of life for residents, the official said.