08 Aug 2025

Odisha Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi has announced that land acquisition for a mega steel plant in Keonjhar district will begin soon, as the company has already deposited the required funds. A joint venture between JSW Group and South Korean steel giant POSCO, is set for an initial investment of over INR 40,000 crore and a production capacity of 5 million tonnes per year. This development is seen as a key step in boosting the mineral-rich district's economy and creating new employment opportunities for local youth, with the Chief Minister taking it as a challenge to bring large-scale industry to the area.Read more

07 Aug 2025

Highway Infrastructure Ltd's initial public offering witnessed a massive response from investors, being subscribed nearly 73 times within the first two days of bidding. The IPO, valued at INR 130 crore, drew strong interest across all investor categories, especially from non-institutional and retail investors. The offering consists of a fresh issue and an offer for sale, and includes participation from anchor investors like HDFC Bank and Abans Finance. Highway Infrastructure, known for tollway collection, EPC projects, and real estate development, will list its shares on both BSE and NSE.Read more

07 Aug 2025

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is managing a vast portfolio of national highway construction across India, with 1,240 projects spanning over 29,000 km currently under development. Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari informed the Rajya Sabha that these works, with a total cost of INR 7.80 lakh crore, are being executed in stages and are expected to conclude by the financial year 2028-29. Of the ongoing works, more than 15,600 km have already been completed. The government is also expanding its focus on electric vehicle infrastructure and road maintenance.Read more

07 Aug 2025

The Maharashtra Cabinet recently approved construction of a roughly 105 km freight corridor connecting the upcoming Vadhavan port in Palghar with the Samruddhi Expressway in Nashik. The route will slash the current 183 km detour and cut transit time from around five hours to just one to one and a half hours, enhancing cargo logistics between coastal and inland regions. The move includes a INR 1,500 crore HUDCO loan and state allocation of INR 2,529 crore. Once built by MSRDC over three years, the corridor is poised to boost industrial, agricultural and educational hubs across the region.Read more

07 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled that all construction projects involving industrial sheds, educational institutions, and hostels must obtain environmental clearance from State Environment Impact Assessment Authorities (SEIAAs). This overturns earlier provisions that exempted such developments from scrutiny. While upholding revised central norms, the bench-led by Chief Justice B R Gavai-also clarified that states have jurisdiction over clearances in eco-sensitive zones, wildlife areas, polluted zones, and near inter-state borders. The court emphasised the need to balance ecological protection with economic progress, reinforcing the role of decentralised environmental governance in project approvals moving forward.Read more

07 Aug 2025

The National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) is preparing to launch a credit enhancement facility by September to strengthen infrastructure bonds' appeal among long-term institutional investors like insurance and pension funds. The initiative, first announced in the interim Budget and reinforced in the full Budget, aims to improve bond ratings, making them more investible. With an initial outlay of INR 10,000 crore, the facility is expected to address the funding gap in infrastructure by attracting capital from investors bound by strict credit-rating mandates.Read more

07 Aug 2025

Haryana has introduced a pilot project in Naraingarh tehsil, enabling a fully online and paperless deed registration system. The initiative allows property buyers and sellers to schedule appointments, upload documents, make payments, and access land records digitally. Authorities stated that the system flags property disputes or encumbrances in real time, aiming to improve transparency, cut down rejections, and reduce in-person visits. The move is intended to simplify the process and form a model for wider state implementation.Read more

06 Aug 2025

Haryana's Animal Husbandry Minister, Shyam Singh Rana, has directed that all cow shelters (gaushalas) in the state set up biogas plants to enhance self-sufficiency and financial viability. He also encouraged producing value-added dairy products within shelters and called for collaboration with Karnal's NDRI to improve livestock quality and milk yields. Budget-linked projects under review include interest-free loans for women-led dairy units, a semen sorting lab, and new gaushala sheds. Rana also called for establishing a cow sanctuary and modernising veterinary diagnostics. Separately, he urged the State Warehousing Corporation to fast-track 3 lakh MT of new warehouse capacity and set up nearby crop procurement centres.Read more

06 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Yellow Line of Bengaluru's Namma Metro on August 10. The 19.15-kilometer corridor, connecting R.V. Road to Bommasandra is expected to ease traffic on a busy stretch of the city and provide a major transport link to the Electronic City IT hub. On the same day, the Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for the new 44.65-kilometer Phase-3 expansion. This dual launch, which will expand Bengaluru's metro network to over 90 kilometers, is part of a larger push to address the city's traffic challenges and strengthen its public transport system.Read more

06 Aug 2025

BBMP has imposed a fine of INR 1 lakh on a property owner in Basavanagudi for building a ramp that fully blocked the footpath, forcing pedestrians onto the road. The ramp was part of an under-construction building on MN Krishna Rao Road. Following an inspection, three BBMP officials from the Mahalakshmipuram sub-division were suspended for failing to act on earlier complaints related to the obstruction. This action comes as part of BBMP's ongoing efforts to prevent encroachment and ensure public pathways remain accessible and safe.Read more

06 Aug 2025

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation has renewed its crackdown on structurally unsafe buildings, revealing that 10% of nearly 3,000 flagged structures are in a critical state. Mostly over a century old and built with lime and mortar, these buildings have weakened further due to harsh monsoon cycles. High-risk areas include Burrabazar, Cossipore, Burtolla, and parts of central Kolkata. Following a recent fatal collapse in Bowbazar, officials have reactivated demolition and repair orders. Urgent notices are being served to landlords and residents in severely damaged buildings across streets like Ripon Street and Lenin Sarani. Civic engineers have been tasked with re-inspections and immediate safety action.Read more

05 Aug 2025

Vikram Solar has secured a 250 MW solar module supply contract from Bondada Group for an upcoming renewable energy project in Maharashtra. The agreement involves the supply of advanced N-Type modules, known for their efficiency and high energy output. Deliveries for the order are scheduled to begin in the fiscal year 2025-26. While the deal's monetary value remains undisclosed, it reinforces Vikram Solar's position as a top manufacturer listed under India's Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). The project is expected to aid Maharashtra's green energy transition and sustainability targets.Read more

05 Aug 2025

Indian Railways is working on a plan to integrate its suburban railway network with Mumbai's rapidly growing metro system to ensure a smooth travel experience for commuters. The Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation (MRVC) is coordinating with metro authorities to align infrastructure at key interchange stations. This initiative, which includes proposed skywalks and common concourses at major hubs like Dadar, Kurla, and Andheri, aims to allow passengers to switch between the two networks without having to exit station premises. This move is part of a wider effort to make multi-modal transit more attractive for daily users and to reduce travel time across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.Read more

05 Aug 2025

The Gurugram Metro project advanced as bids for Phase 1-linking Millennium City Centre to Sector 9-were opened this week. Dilip Buildcon and RBL submitted the lowest bid, now under review. Phase 1 includes a 15+ km elevated corridor with 14 stations and a 2 km spur to the Dwarka Expressway, plus a ramp to a future depot in Sector 33. Of eight bidders, six cleared technical evaluation. Construction is expected to start by September and finish in 30 months. Authorities stress strict timelines and ongoing monitoring. While planning delays persist at the Cyber City interchange, Phase 1 promises major mobility improvements across Gurugram.Read more

05 Aug 2025

The Union Cabinet yesterday approved four multitracking projects for Indian Railways, worth INR 11,169 crore for 574 kilometers across six states. This move is aimed at increasing network capacity, enhancing train speed, and easing congestion on some of the busiest sections of the railway network. The projects are expected to be completed by 2028-29 and will result in additional freight traffic of nearly 96 million tonnes per year, while also generating about 2.34 crore man-days of direct employment during construction.Read more

04 Aug 2025

The government of Arunachal Pradesh introduced a fully digital building permit platform earlier this week, marking a major reform in its urban governance strategy. The Online Building Permission System (OBPS) is now mandatory for all construction-related approvals, aiming to boost transparency, minimise delays, and simplify the application process. Officials stated that architects and other professionals must register on the portal, with the platform to be gradually handed over to district-level authorities. The system has been developed with central-state coordination and technical support from NIC Shillong and E-Government Foundation.Read more

04 Aug 2025

Five bridges and two culverts across key routes in Raigad district have been closed to heavy vehicles following a structural audit revealing dangerously low load-bearing capacities, ranging from 5 to 16 tonnes. District collector Kishan Jawale issued the order, as the ongoing monsoon has worsened these structures. The ban affects routes including Alibag-Roha and Poynad-Usar-Bhandardara. Authorities urge strict compliance to prevent accidents, highlighting the need for vigilance over aging infrastructure in the district.Read more

04 Aug 2025

Mumbai's GT Hospital has received crucial approval to construct a new medical college building on its premises, marking a significant step after a decade-long wait. The Maharashtra government has sanctioned over INR 210 crore for the modern 20-storey facility, which will include classrooms, laboratories, hostels, and staff quarters. This development aims to demolish the hospital's old structure and address a long-standing space crunch, enhancing medical education and infrastructure in south Mumbai. The project, vital for boosting healthcare services, is expected to take two to three years for completion and follows the hospital's recent launch of its first MBBS batch.Read more

04 Aug 2025

The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has urged property owners to officially transfer internal roads built during plot development to the civic body. Many roads remain undocumented, stalling drainage and road works. Since taking over building approvals in 2020, officials found widespread non-compliance by developers. The mayor stressed that no further infrastructure work would proceed without these transfers. The Corporation also introduced mandatory ID cards for all staff after a security incident and invited ideas to boost revenue collection. Emphasising interdepartmental coordination, officials aim to clear administrative hurdles, speed up infrastructure rollout, and enhance transparency in service delivery across newly developed and existing city areas.Read more

04 Aug 2025

Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA), managed by the Adani Group, has topped the global Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey for Q2 2025, earning a perfect 5/5 score in its category (5-15 million passengers/year). This marks its second consecutive quarter at the top. Passengers praised its smooth check-ins, quick security, friendly staff, and clean spaces. SVPIA handled 13.3 million passengers and nearly 280 flights daily in FY 2024-25. It also received awards for safety, sustainability, and quality-like the 5S Certification and Level 4 ACI accreditation. The recognition underlines SVPIA's focus on seamless travel and eco-conscious operations.Read more