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01 Mar 2026
The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has revised the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model concession agreement to create a more balanced risk-sharing structure between the government and private contractors. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that BOT projects worth over INR 2 lakh crore will now operate under updated terms, including a 10-15 year defect liability period and a profit-sharing system linked to traffic data. The government is also investing INR 40,000 crore to address 350 landslide-prone highway locations and improve safety, while working on toll reforms and stronger coordination with states.Read more
01 Mar 2026
The Maharashtra government has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to develop and implement an Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT)-based system to monitor air pollution sources across Mumbai. The instruction was issued by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during the state legislative council session following concerns over rising pollution levels in areas such as Kherwadi in Bandra. The system is expected to identify pollution sources in real time, including construction sites and infrastructure projects, and improve accountability through verified data from pollution control authorities.Read more
01 Mar 2026
The full commissioning of the Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor strengthens regional rail infrastructure in the National Capital Region. By significantly reducing travel time and offering high-speed, high-frequency services, the system changes the way people commute between Delhi and nearby cities. Beyond passenger convenience, the corridor is likely to influence residential choices, commercial development and workforce mobility across western Uttar Pradesh. As additional RRTS corridors move forward, the Delhi Meerut stretch sets the operational benchmark for future regional rapid transit projects in India.Read more
01 Mar 2026
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has carried out a demolition drive against unauthorised construction in the Nerul division, intensifying enforcement under the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966. The action was undertaken on 23 February 2026 after the concerned property owner failed to comply with a notice issued under Section 54 of the Act within the stipulated period. The structure, located in Sector 6, Sarsole village, Nerul, was found to be under illegal construction despite prior intimation from the civic authorities. The demolition was executed by the encroachment department with mechanical support and police protection, under the supervision of senior municipal officials. The civic body has stated that similar anti-encroachment actions will continue across its jurisdiction to curb unauthorised development.Read more
01 Mar 2026
Mumbai's redevelopment landscape has evolved beyond the replacement of ageing buildings, emerging as a key driver of premium residential growth across suburban markets. As redevelopment activity gathered pace earlier this year, projects across several suburbs moved towards completion or entered new phases, reflecting a broader shift in urban renewal. What began as a response to ageing housing stock and land constraints has developed into a new phase often described as Luxury 2.0, where redevelopment projects integrate modern infrastructure, enhanced amenities and long-term value creation. Supported by policy incentives under Development Control and Promotion Regulations 2034 and strengthened by metro expansion and road connectivity, suburban redevelopment is increasingly delivering high-end housing. Locations across western and central Mumbai are witnessing rising per sq ft values, larger homes and lifestyle-led developments, repositioning suburbs as core residential destinations rather than peripheral markets.Read more
01 Mar 2026
The Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) has initiated its most significant urban expansion strategy in over two decades, setting in motion plans to procure and develop large tracts of land for new residential and commercial sectors in Gurugram and other parts of Haryana. The policy shift, which follows the recent merger of the erstwhile Housing Board into HSVP, aims to diversify urban growth beyond private-sector-driven projects and respond to rising housing demand and infrastructure pressure in key National Capital Region (NCR) markets. Phase-wise land procurement will involve consent-based acquisition and direct purchases of landowners parcels through online platforms such as the e-Bhoomi portal, with an estimated 1.67 lakh acres statewide earmarked for development and around 23,000+ acres in Gurugram alone. The expansion targets multiple growth corridors including the Southern Peripheral Road, Dwarka Expressway and New Gurgaon belt and is designed to support organised real estate supply, plotted housing and planned neighbourhoods. The move is expected to improve infrastructure delivery and offer more affordable options relative to private development.Read more
01 Mar 2026
The Union government has drawn up a plan to corporatise 11 of India's 12 major ports by December 2026 and prepare them for potential stock market listing by December 2027. At present, only Kamarajar Port operates as a company, while the rest function as authorities under the Major Port Authorities Act, 2021. The proposal is part of wider maritime sector reforms aimed at improving efficiency and competitiveness. However, port labour unions have opposed the move, raising concerns related to job security, pension safeguards and national security implications.Read more
01 Mar 2026
The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA) has intensified enforcement actions against unregistered residential real estate projects in the state, issuing repeated notices and opening inquiries amid a surge in complaints from homebuyers. Since 2021, the authority has received 765 complaints related to projects that should have been registered under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 but were not, resolving 440 cases and progressing 325 others through hearings. A key challenge identified by the regulator is the existence of structural and procedural loopholes that allow promoters to bypass mandatory RERA registration, including planning authorities granting sanctions and occupancy certificates without requiring a RERA number, and property registrations proceeding without RERA verification. Authorities and homebuyer groups have said these gaps undermine regulatory protections and pose heightened risks of fraud for buyers. K-RERA has called for stronger enforcement and greater awareness to close loopholes in the system.Read more
01 Mar 2026
Domicil, part of the HTL Group, has expanded its India presence with the launch of Domicil Sleep, a new vertical focused on premium mattresses and sleep accessories. The brand has simultaneously opened two Domicil Sleep experience stores in Bengaluru, located at LVS Mall on Airport Road and BTM Layout 2nd Stage. The move marks Domicil's entry into India's organised premium sleep and wellness segment, with an emphasis on ergonomics, material quality and in-store experiential retail. The mattress range comprises 12 variants across five sizes, supported by complementary pillows, and is positioned as part of a broader lifestyle offering rather than a standalone product category. The Bengaluru launches form the starting point of the brand's India expansion strategy in the sleep segment.Read more
01 Mar 2026
Gurugram civic and revenue authorities have completed a five-day demolition drive along a 1.5-kilometre stretch of the Farrukhnagar-Daboda road, a key connector to the KMP Expressway, to remove almost 100 unauthorised structures that had narrowed the sanctioned road width and caused chronic traffic congestion. The operation resulted in the removal of nine multi-storey buildings, about 30 double-storey structures, and numerous smaller encroachments that had reduced the corridor's effective width to 35-40 feet from the legally sanctioned 60-66 feet, officials said. The drive, led by a duty magistrate and supported by more than 100 police personnel, revenue officials, municipal staff, fire brigade and emergency services, was largely peaceful and involved prior demarcation and outreach to property owners. The Gurugram civic body plans to redevelop the cleared road at an estimated INR 7 crore over the next 10 months, including improvements to carriageways, footpaths, green verges and storm drainage.Read more
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28 Feb 2026
The Delhi government has started implementing the Centre's Rah-Veer scheme to encourage citizens to help road accident victims during the golden hour. Under the scheme, individuals who ensure that a seriously injured person reaches a hospital in time will receive INR 25,000 and a certificate of appreciation. The initiative builds on existing Good Samaritan protections under the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019. District-level committees will verify cases, and rewards will be transferred directly to bank accounts through a structured process.Read more
28 Feb 2026
The United States has imposed a preliminary countervailing duty of 126% on solar cells and modules imported from India, citing alleged government subsidies that provided an unfair advantage to Indian manufacturers. The move follows a petition by US solar producers and forms part of a broader trade investigation that also covers imports from Indonesia and Laos. The decision has led to volatility in Indian solar stocks and raised concerns over export prospects. A final determination in the case is scheduled for July 2026.Read more
28 Feb 2026
Work on the Chilavannoor Bund Road bridge in Kochi has resumed after months of delay, with authorities now targeting completion by May 2026. The arrival of the 90-metre central steel span, the longest for any road bridge in the city, has enabled construction to move forward. The project, awarded to Uralungal Labour Contract Cooperative Society and funded by KIIFB, faced setbacks due to protests, legal hurdles and fabrication delays. Once completed, the bridge is expected to ease congestion on Sahodaran Ayyappan Road and reduce pressure on the Vyttila junction.Read more
28 Feb 2026
The Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned INR 9 crore for the installation of 1,338 high-resolution CCTV cameras at 297 key traffic junctions across 57 districts that are not covered under existing smart city projects or the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS). The approval, issued by the state home department earlier this month, is aimed at strengthening traffic monitoring, enforcement and road safety in smaller cities and district headquarters. Under the plan, 150 major intersections will be equipped with five cameras each, while 147 T-junctions will receive four cameras per location. The project includes supporting infrastructure such as network video recorders, uninterrupted power supply systems, poles, junction boxes and high-speed internet connectivity. Installation is scheduled for completion by 31 March, enabling wider digital traffic oversight across the state.Read more
28 Feb 2026
Night-time traffic on the Noida-Delhi Direct Flyway will remain affected as resurfacing work continues on the Noida-to-Delhi carriageway. Vehicles heading towards Delhi are being diverted between late night and early morning hours to facilitate repairs. The work, undertaken by Noida Toll Bridge Company Limited, is part of the second phase of maintenance that was earlier delayed due to winter and pollution-related restrictions. Authorities have advised commuters, especially airport-bound travellers, to factor in additional travel time until March 18.Read more
28 Feb 2026
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has directed Noida International Airport to allow licensed telecom service providers to install and operate their own in-building network infrastructure under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 and the Right of Way Rules, 2024. The order, issued to Yamuna International Airport Pvt Ltd, clarifies that the airport falls under the definition of a public entity and must grant non-discriminatory access. The move follows similar action at Navi Mumbai International Airport and comes amid concerns raised by telecom operators over restricted access and third-party network arrangements.Read more
28 Feb 2026
The Railway Board has temporarily put on hold the planned extension of the Vande Bharat Express between Jammu Tawi and Srinagar, which was scheduled to begin on March 1. The decision was communicated shortly after Northern Railway announced the rollout of the upgraded 20-coach train on the route. Officials cited unavoidable circumstances for the pause and said a fresh update would be issued later. The extension was expected to provide direct rail connectivity between the two capitals of Jammu and Kashmir following the operationalisation of the USBRL project.Read more
28 Feb 2026
The Maharaj Prithu Flyover in Guwahati is set to be inaugurated on March 10 by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The nearly 5 km-long flyover connects Ambari with Bamunimaidam and is expected to ease traffic congestion along the busy MRD Road corridor. Built largely using steel girders for faster execution, the project has faced delays due to land acquisition, utility shifting and traffic management challenges. Once operational, it is expected to improve travel time and connectivity across key residential and commercial areas of the city.Read more
28 Feb 2026
The Maharashtra government has issued more than 1,000 stop-work notices to construction sites across Mumbai for failing to comply with dust and air pollution control norms, the state environment minister informed the legislative assembly earlier this week. Out of 2,224 active sites, 1,952 have installed air quality monitoring sensors, but several were found violating mandatory mitigation rules. Nearly 1,981 show-cause notices were served over the past four months. Authorities have also collected fines and intensified road-cleaning measures as part of the ongoing clean air enforcement drive.Read more
28 Feb 2026
Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) says large-scale cluster redevelopment and targeted policy reforms are essential to address Mumbai's deepening housing affordability crisis, as the city's developable land nears exhaustion. Speaking at the ET Realty Real Estate Conclave 2026, MHADA Vice-President and Chief Executive Officer Sanjeev Jaiswal highlighted that Mumbai's housing affordability index — where an average household spends roughly half its income on home loan EMIs — reflects structural constraints in the supply system. He outlined plans to open 800-1,000 acres for cluster-led redevelopment in integrated layouts and called for rationalisation of premiums, development charges and taxes to reduce housing costs by up to 25 per cent. MHADA's roadmap, he said, would help deliver a substantive share of future housing supply and underpin broader efforts to expand access across income segments.Read more
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