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08 Feb 2026
KEC International has secured new orders worth INR 1,020 crore across its civil, transportation, transmission and distribution, and cables businesses, strengthening its execution pipeline for the ongoing financial year. The latest contracts include a multispeciality hospital project in Central India, a railway siding for a private client, high-voltage cabling works, and international supply orders for towers and conductors. With these additions, the company's cumulative order intake for the year has reached around INR 20,300 crore, reflecting steady demand across domestic and overseas infrastructure markets.Read more
08 Feb 2026
The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) has proposed increasing the city's Local Planning Area (LPA) from 519 sq km to nearly 1,200 sq km, covering the entire Mysuru taluk including Varuna hobli. This expansion aims to centralise urban planning, improve coordination, and align development with the Mysuru Master Plan 2031. Officials say it will standardise planning processes and priorities. However, experts warn that the plan lacks mass transport proposals, arterial road upgrades, and connectivity measures, which could challenge mobility and safety in peri urban areas as growth accelerates.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Real estate demand in Bengaluru has strengthened around metro corridors, with homebuyer interest rising between 8 per cent and 19 per cent in areas close to operational metro stations, according to recent data. Residential prices in established metro-linked neighbourhoods such as Rajajinagar and Jayanagar have risen by double digits, while rental values near key metro stops have climbed by as much as 18 per cent. Data shows that both demand and price growth around the Purple Line, Green Line and Yellow Line outpaced the broader city averages, underlining how improved connectivity is shaping buyer and tenant preferences. Even localities without direct metro access have recorded price appreciation, as expectations of future connectivity continue to be factored into valuations, with Whitefield, K.R. Puram and Electronic City among the areas reporting notable growth.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has launched a new fleet of luxury intercity buses equipped with enhanced passenger amenities, aimed at improving comfort and service quality on regional routes. The upgraded buses feature reclining seats with greater legroom, onboard entertainment systems, USB charging points, Wi-Fi connectivity and improved sanitation facilities, among other features. KSRTC officials said the initiative responds to rising demand for premium bus travel and is part of a broader effort to modernise the state road transport fleet. The new vehicles will be deployed across key corridors connecting major cities and towns within Karnataka and neighbouring states. The corporation indicated that the enhanced service offering is intended to attract a wider range of passengers, including business travellers and tourists, while supporting sustainable and efficient road travel.Read more
08 Feb 2026
The Union government is set to construct an underground railway corridor over a 40 kilometre stretch in Siliguri's Chicken's Neck, a critical land link connecting India's Northeast with the rest of the country. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the plan involves two underground lines in addition to expanding existing surface tracks from double to four lines, creating a six line network. The underground section, running between Tin Mile Haat and Rangapani, will also connect Bagdogra to support air defence logistics. Officials emphasize the project's security and strategic importance for uninterrupted movement and regional connectivity.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Indian Railway Finance Corporation Ltd (IRFC), Sagarmala Finance Corporation Ltd (SMFCL) and V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority have signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding to jointly fund the development of the Outer Harbour project at VOC Port, Tuticorin, with financing of up to INR 15,000 crore under the Sagarmala Programme and the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. The funding framework is expected to support breakwater construction, capital dredging, reclamation and other onshore offshore infrastructure on a Hybrid Annuity Model basis, strengthening port capacity for future container handling. The project aligns with broader strategic goals to expand India's port infrastructure, enhance maritime logistics, and support integrated trade corridors. The Outer Harbour terminal development follows earlier moves to re-structure the project after previous tender rounds struggled to attract bidders, and reflects coordinated financing efforts to accelerate port expansion at the state-owned facility.Read more
08 Feb 2026
The Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) has initiated a project to construct dedicated service lanes and a toe wall along Ring Road near the Millennium bus depot and Baansera. Valued at INR 3.7 crore, the project is expected to be completed within 60 days of commencement. Before construction, a detailed pavement condition survey will be conducted using laser-based systems, GPS mapping, and video image processing. The improvements aim to separate local traffic from main lanes, enhance commuter safety, and address structural and maintenance needs on one of Delhi's busiest corridors.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE) delivered a 140 foot double lane modular steel bridge for the Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority (KMDA) in just seven days to reduce traffic congestion around Lake Town and VIP Road. This Class 70 bridge, with a 7.5 metre wide carriageway and 100 metric ton load capacity, is the first of its kind in Kolkata, surpassing previous Bailey bridges. GRSE's expertise in rapid fabrication and workflow management made this possible. The Defence PSU, with four shipyards, has built over 800 platforms including 115 warships for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has revealed the first strategic locations for the initial phase of the Dubai Loop, a high-speed underground transport system being developed in partnership with The Boring Company, backed by the Elon Musk-linked venture. The first phase will span around 6.4 km and connect locations within central Dubai, with the Dubai International Financial Centre and Dubai Mall area confirmed as starting points for the system's tunnels and stations. The initial segment will feature four stations linking key commercial and tourist districts, significantly reducing travel time between major urban centres. Officials said the project is designed to improve urban mobility, reduce surface congestion and support seamless integration with existing transport networks, with further expansion phases planned to extend the system across the emirate's broader transit corridor.Read more
08 Feb 2026
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has carried out a major demolition and anti-encroachment operation to reclaim approximately 25 acres of land near the upcoming Noida International Airport, officials said. The action targeted unauthorised housing colonies and illegally plotted land in villages such as Dayanatpur and Sabota Mustafabad that were being marketed to buyers as airport townships without approvals. Demolition teams cleared a roughly 12-acre colony and adjoining parcels, and also removed encroachments on a key access road leading to the airport. YEIDA officers, supported by police and revenue officials, were present during the drive and said first information reports will be registered against illegal developers. The reclaimed land is estimated to be worth around INR 400 crore and forms part of the authority's broader crackdown against fraudulent real estate activities in its notified area as infrastructure development around the airport advances.Read more
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08 Feb 2026
India's latest national budget has unveiled plans to expand the country's rail network, focusing on high-speed passenger travel and freight efficiency. Seven new high-speed rail corridors will connect key cities, including Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Varanasi, and Siliguri, aiming to cut travel times and enhance regional connectivity. A dedicated freight corridor from Dankuni to Surat, alongside 22 new national waterways, will boost cargo movement. The plan also includes initiatives to support container manufacturing and logistics growth, indicating a clear strategy to modernize transportation infrastructure and strengthen economic integration.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Central public sector undertakings under the power ministry have planned capital expenditure of over INR 1 trillion for FY27, marking a rise of nearly 19 per cent from the revised estimates of the current year. The increase is led by Power Grid Corporation, NTPC and NHPC. The Union Budget has also raised allocation for distribution reforms under the RDSS, while maintaining steady support for other power-sector funds. The higher outlay reflects continued focus on grid expansion, generation capacity and financial improvement in distribution companies.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) conducted a special enforcement drive against the use of single-use plastic earlier this month, resulting in the recovery of INR 65,000 in penalties and the seizure of around 18 kg of plastic carry bags within four days. The drive was undertaken between January 22 and January 28 in line with directives issued by the Central and Maharashtra Pollution Control Boards. Inspections were carried out across all ward offices under the guidance of the civic administration, with action taken against multiple commercial establishments found violating the plastic ban. The corporation stated that the campaign formed part of its broader plastic-free city initiative, combining enforcement with public awareness efforts. Officials indicated that such drives would continue to discourage plastic usage and promote environmentally sustainable alternatives across Navi Mumbai.Read more
08 Feb 2026
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has started the third phase of the Green Corridor, covering around 5 km between Pipraghat and Shaheed Path, aimed at easing traffic between the Cantonment area and main roads toward Ayodhya and Kanpur. The project includes a 240 metre railway overbridge, widening of Dilkusha Road, and a new four lane bridge to the G20 Road. Landfilling is underway on key stretches, and farmers affected by land acquisition will receive plots in Wellness City under the land pooling policy. Work is expected to advance steadily ahead of the monsoon.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has intensified air quality monitoring across approximately 140 construction sites as part of broader preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, city officials said. In line with the corporation's Good Construction Practices Policy, large sites with a built-up area exceeding 20,000 sq m are being equipped with dust sensors, air quality display boards and CCTV cameras, and monitored regularly to curb pollution from construction activity. The move forms part of a data-driven strategy to reduce particulate emissions and improve ambient air quality, especially at identified pollution hotspots. Penalties have been levied on sites found in violation of norms, and additional environmental measures, including mist machines and road sweepers, are being deployed across the city to support cleaner air targets ahead of the international sporting event.Read more
08 Feb 2026
HBL Engineering Limited has received an INR 575 crore order from the Integral Coach Factory for supplying and commissioning on-board equipment for the Kavach automatic train protection system, Version 4.0. The contract will be executed within India over a 12-month period. Kavach is an indigenous safety system aimed at preventing collisions and overspeeding on the rail network. The company clarified that the deal is not a related-party transaction. The order adds to HBL Engineering's existing railway safety portfolio.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Plans to relocate the Kherki Daula toll plaza have stalled after residents of Pachgaon opposed the National Highways Authority of India's proposal, demanding a flyover at the junction before any shift. The authority had suggested an elevated U-turn as part of the relocation plan, but villagers said it would not address safety and traffic concerns. Earlier attempts to move the toll to Kukrola near Sehrawan were also dropped due to security objections, leaving the long-pending relocation unresolved.Read more
08 Feb 2026
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is advancing the second phase of the four-lane Prayagraj Inner Ring Road, following approval of the preliminary Detailed Project Report (DPR) by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. Covering 41.662 km from Madhopur near NH19 in Soraon tehsil to Amiliya in Karchana tehsil, the project will pass through 41 villages. Key elements include a 3.5 km bridge over the Ganga, a 1.2 km bridge over the Yamuna, four flyovers, three railway overbridges, and 120 small culverts. Land acquisition is expected to start soon.Read more
08 Feb 2026
The Delhi High Court has directed the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to carry out a detailed survey of all buildings around notified heritage sites to ensure compliance with sanctioned plans and construction norms. Petitioners had highlighted unauthorized deviations and potential damage to historic structures in areas like Mehrauli and Hauz Khas. The survey, to be completed within three months, will include a representative from the Heritage Conservation Committee and generate separate reports for each property. Petitioners will have the opportunity to respond to the findings before the next hearing scheduled in May.Read more
08 Feb 2026
Cochin Shipyard Limited has formalised contracts for two battery-electric green harbour tugs with Polestar Maritime after the tug operator secured a long-term charter from Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority under the Green Tug Transition Programme. The vessels, which were earlier under construction without confirmed buyers, will now be built jointly by Cochin Shipyard and its subsidiary Udupi-CSL at Kochi. Designed for zero direct emissions during harbour operations, the tugs will support India's push toward cleaner port infrastructure.Read more
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