16 Dec 2025

Namo Bharat, the semi high speed transit system on the Delhi Ghaziabad Meerut corridor, has crossed 2 crore commuter trips within two years of its launch. Starting with a modest 72,000 monthly riders, phased expansions and new stations have steadily increased ridership to around 55,000–60,000 daily commuters. Key factors driving growth include reduced travel time, reliable air conditioned services, and integration with Delhi Metro ticketing. With 55 km and 11 stations currently operational and remaining stretches under construction, the system continues to reshape intercity travel patterns and strengthen connectivity across the National Capital Region.Read more

16 Dec 2025

Maharashtra has secured approval for road works worth INR 1.50 lakh crore, marking a major step in the state’s infrastructure development. Projects include a new Pune Sambhajinagar expressway, elevated corridors around Pune, and a parallel expressway to the existing Pune Mumbai route. Work is set to start within the next three months, with completion targeted by 2026. These initiatives aim to improve connectivity, reduce travel times, and enhance transport efficiency across key urban and regional corridors, particularly benefiting the Pune and Mumbai regions.Read more

16 Dec 2025

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu conducted a detailed review of ongoing Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects in the Tawang sector, a strategically sensitive area along the India-China border. The meeting focused on construction progress, operational challenges in high-altitude terrain, and timely completion of roads crucial for defence logistics and civilian mobility. The discussion also highlighted the BRO's contribution to local socio-economic development, disaster response, and tourism. The state government emphasized coordination with central agencies to accelerate infrastructure development in remote border districts.Read more

15 Dec 2025

The Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation has secured formal consent for around 300 hectares of land for the Indore–Pithampur Economic Corridor, marking a key step forward for the project. The corridor is planned to improve connectivity between Indore and the Pithampur industrial hub, supporting smoother movement of goods and lowering logistics costs. With this approval, authorities can move ahead with detailed planning and early-stage works. The project is designed to strengthen links between industrial areas, logistics parks and urban centres, while boosting trade and manufacturing activity. Once developed, the corridor is expected to attract fresh investment and enhance the region’s industrial and infrastructure-led growth prospects.Read more

15 Dec 2025

Saudi-listed Dar Al Majid Real Estate has entered into an agreement to develop a residential tower in Riyadh, marking another addition to its urban housing portfolio in the capital. The announcement, made in the past week, reflects the company's continued focus on residential assets aligned with Riyadh's growing population and housing demand. While specific project details were not disclosed, the agreement comes at a time when private developers are expanding activity to support Saudi Arabia's housing goals under Vision 2030. The move builds on Dar Al Majid's established presence in residential and mixed-use developments.Read more

15 Dec 2025

Chhattisgarh has unveiled the Anjor Vision 2047, a long-term roadmap to transform the state into a developed region by India's centenary of independence. The vision identifies 13 priority sectors, including education, health, agriculture, and infrastructure, and establishes 10 missions to drive growth. Developed through public participation, it sets near-term targets until 2030, mid-term goals to 2035, and long-term objectives for 2047. The plan highlights welfare measures, industrial investments, and regional development, while aiming to tackle longstanding challenges like Naxalism and uneven regional growth.Read more

15 Dec 2025

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has started elevated corridor construction on the 8.38 kilometre stretch between Lajpat Nagar and Saket G Block, part of the Golden Line under Phase IV of the metro expansion. This section will have eight stations and improve metro access in South Delhi, linking residential and commercial areas and offering easier interchange with the Magenta, Violet and Pink Lines. The ground breaking marks the first civil works beyond earlier priority corridors and is expected to support daily commuting for thousands. This stretch will also introduce India’s first three coach metro service.Read more

15 Dec 2025

The Government of India has approved a INR 65 crore project to develop a jetty and cruise terminal at Old Mangalore Port under the Sagarmala programme. The initiative aims to strengthen coastal connectivity and improve passenger and freight movement between the mainland and Lakshadweep. Strategically located along key Arabian Sea routes, the facility will support cruise vessels and ferry services linking Karnataka, Kerala and island destinations. The terminal will include passenger handling infrastructure and basic port services. The project is expected to boost cruise tourism, enhance maritime infrastructure, create local employment and support economic activity across coastal and island regions.Read more

15 Dec 2025

YSR Congress Party MPs have raised concerns over rising pollution levels in Visakhapatnam and the poor condition of a key highway stretch in Andhra Pradesh, calling for urgent intervention by state and central authorities. They highlighted worsening air and noise pollution in the port city due to traffic congestion, industrial activity and heavy vehicle movement, which is impacting public health and livability. The MPs also flagged safety risks on a narrow and damaged highway linking major commercial and industrial zones. They urged faster road upgrades, improved safety infrastructure and stricter pollution controls, noting that addressing these issues is crucial for public safety, smoother logistics and sustaining investor confidence in the region' s industrial and real estate growth.Read more

15 Dec 2025

Tamil Nadu has achieved double-digit economic growth driven largely by sustained infrastructure development and large-scale job creation, Finance and Environment Minister Thangam Thennarasu said in Chennai. Speaking at the inauguration of the Vels Trade and Convention Centre and Vels Film City in Poonamallee, he said infrastructure-led investments have strengthened the state's economy and generated direct and indirect employment. The minister highlighted the role of private sector participation in supporting growth, citing investments in convention, trade and film infrastructure. He noted that under Chief Minister M K Stalin's leadership, Tamil Nadu recorded 11.19 per cent growth, supported by projects that boost jobs, real estate activity and allied industries.Read more

15 Dec 2025

HG Infra Engineering and Kalpataru Infrastructure have secured a key civil works contract for the Thane Metro project, marking a significant step in expanding urban transit infrastructure in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The joint contract covers construction of elevated structures, viaducts, metro stations and related civil works, including foundations, piers and station platforms. Once operational, the Thane Metro is expected to improve connectivity between major residential, commercial and transport hubs, helping reduce travel time and road congestion. The project supports the region's broader push towards mass rapid transit, cleaner mobility options and planned urban development, while boosting infrastructure-led growth in Thane's fast-evolving real estate market.Read more

15 Dec 2025

Mumbai Port Authority has approved a INR 470?crore yacht marina at Cross Island, near Princess and Victoria Docks. Built on an EPC model, the project includes dredging, breakwaters, access roads, parking, and visitor facilities. A private operator will manage the marina under a 45?year concession and invest INR 417.37?crore to develop onshore facilities like repair yards, clubhouse, hotel, and restaurants over 4.2 hectares. Developed in three phases, the marina will accommodate more than 600 yachts, offering safe berthing, maintenance, and refuelling services, and enhancing Mumbai’s waterfront infrastructure.Read more

15 Dec 2025

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has released comprehensive guidelines to enhance safety in road tunnel projects, mandating the use of Geological Survey of India (GSI) maps and landslide susceptibility studies during alignment planning. The norms emphasise structural stability, groundwater management, seismic resilience, and clarity in contract provisions to prevent disputes and reduce the risk of tunnel collapses.Read more

14 Dec 2025

NHAI, in partnership with ROADIS, has launched a cycle-donation initiative to support school-going girls across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Gujarat. Nearly 100 bicycles were distributed to 80 students from ten schools located along ROADIS-operated highway corridors, helping girls with long or unsafe commutes travel more independently and continue their education. The main event was held in Varanasi, attended by senior NHAI officials who emphasised the role of safe mobility in community development. ROADIS said the drive aligns with its commitment to improving lives around its project areas. The initiative is part of the Shikshaantra Plus programme, which supports learning, digital access and school infrastructure in multiple states.Read more

14 Dec 2025

The Bhopal Metro will launch its first phase using physical tokens for ticketing, with passengers buying tokens at station counters and tapping them at entry gates. The initial 7 km stretch includes eight stations, while the full 16 km corridor from Karond to AIIMS Bhopal will open in stages. Once complete, a Common Mobility Card will allow cashless travel on the metro and city buses through UPI. Fares are expected to range between INR 10 and INR 20. Coaches will include reserved seating for women and people with disabilities. Staff will assist commuters during the rollout, ensuring smooth travel as the system transitions toward integrated digital mobility.Read more

14 Dec 2025

State IT Minister Nara Lokesh met Google CEO Sundar Pichai in the U.S. to review progress on Google’s proposed USD 15 billion data centre project in Visakhapatnam. Google reaffirmed that this is its largest investment outside the U.S., aimed at building a large AI and cloud infrastructure hub. Lokesh also requested the company to examine the idea of setting up a drone-assembly and testing unit in the upcoming Drone City. The project includes a gigawatt-scale data campus, clean-energy support and a subsea cable landing station to strengthen digital connectivity in the region.Read more

14 Dec 2025

The Maharashtra government has authorised the removal of 382 trees for the Eastern Freeway extension from Mulund to Anand Nagar in Thane, following a joint inspection of 1,652 trees along the route. Officials confirmed that 929 trees will remain, while 341 will be transplanted. The project aims to ease long-standing congestion between South Mumbai and Thane and improve access to the Samruddhi Highway. The MMRDA plans to plant around 7,500 new trees as part of compensatory measures. Environmental groups, however, have raised concerns and staged peaceful protests against the loss of green cover.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Surat Municipal Corporation fined a contractor INR 5 lakh at the Dumas Seaface project for failing to implement dust control and waste management measures. The action is part of a broader inspection of 266 construction sites across the city, of which 184 were penalised, totalling INR 56 lakh. Key violations included missing shade nets and improper debris disposal, with Varachha and Sarthana zones most affected. The crackdown aims to enforce pollution norms across Surat’s construction sector, ensuring safer air quality and cleaner urban surroundings.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Mumbai’s rapid infrastructure expansion—driven by new metro routes and the evolving coastal road network—is reshaping suburban real estate. Faster travel across the city, with commute times on key stretches dropping from 90 to about 30 minutes, has boosted demand in areas like Andheri, Goregaon, Chembur and the Bandra–Khar–Santacruz belt. Improved accessibility, better lifestyle amenities and stronger investment prospects are drawing more homebuyers and professionals to the suburbs. Real estate near metro stations is commanding a premium, while the coastal road is unlocking new development potential along the western waterfront. Together, these projects are fuelling transit-oriented growth, elevating liveability and supporting Mumbai’s long-term urban development vision.Read more

13 Dec 2025

Nine companies have started work on new IT projects in Visakhapatnam with a combined planned investment of about INR 3,700 crore. The Andhra Pradesh government recently laid the foundation for these developments, which are expected to generate nearly 41,700 jobs. Cognizant will invest INR 1,583 crore to build a new IT campus at Kapuluppada IT Hills, planned in three phases and designed to focus on AI, digital engineering, and cloud services. Until the main facility is ready, Cognizant will operate from a temporary office at Rushikonda IT Park.Read more