Developers are increasingly opting for façades with functional performance such as heat and noise reduction, and improved energy and thermal efficiency. In this editions Cover Story, CW offers the lowdown on materials and methods to make façades more efficient, safe, useful and aesthetic. Further, we take a look at the preferred crushing and screening equipment in the market to find out what makes them popular. Also read about the recently commissioned 13-km Reach-1 of Kochi Metro, which is among India’s first integrated multi-model transport system with a modern signalling system. Whats more, the edition features elaborate interviews with the Municipal Commissioner of Jalandhar on the city’s smart plans; construction company Montecarlos Chairman & Managing Director on the company’s strategy and outlook; and Kone Elevators Indias Managing Director on the company’s Indian operations and offerings. Read on to know about the missing trail in the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code that needs investigation; and if Capacite Infraprojects will go debt-free with its recently launched IPO.The exclusive CW PROPERTY TODAY section explores the business in Affordable Housing, which is attracting funds, serving as a new strategic model for the private sector, and giving a vision to every Indian to have a home to call their own. Also, know about how the eFACiLiTY in Coimbatore went environment-friendly to position itself among the worlds greenest software development centres. Further, read out about Aparna Constructions and Estates growth plans, featured through an interview with its Director. Happy reading!