19 Nov 2025

China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) has set up a dedicated power arm in Beijing China Petroleum Electric Energy Co Ltd to steer its growing new-energy business. Wholly owned by CNPC's Daqing Oilfield subsidiary and backed with 5 billion yuan (about USD 703 million) of capital, the unit will act as a market-oriented platform to manage power production, supply, and sales. CNPC's leadership said this move reflects its strategy to adapt to rapid renewable grid integration, deeper power market reform, and surging demand for green electricity.Read more

19 Nov 2025

Northern Railway General Manager Ashok Kumar Verma carried out a detailed inspection of the Srinagar-Baramulla section under the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project. He was accompanied by senior officials, including the Divisional Railway Manager of the Jammu division. The team reviewed passenger facilities, station preparedness, train operations and overall safety arrangements across nearly all stations in the 60-kilometre stretch. Verma also inspected the goods terminal at Anantnag and emphasised the need for quality work, timely progress and strict adherence to safety standards.Read more

19 Nov 2025

The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has approved projects worth around INR 360 crore to improve pollution control and deepen scientific understanding of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. A major approval was a INR 361.86 crore project for Siliguri to intercept 25 drains flowing into the Mahananda and build two STPs of 27 MLD and 22 MLD under a hybrid-annuity model. For Delhi, NMCG cleared works to enhance treated-water flow into the Yamuna, including drain diversion and new pumping and conveyance systems. Several research studies were sanctioned, including glacier-melt analysis in the Upper Ganga Basin, a 1,100-km bathymetric survey, groundwater recharge assessments and development of a Digital Twin platform. A school outreach programme, Youth for Ganga, Youth for Yamuna, was also approved.Read more

18 Nov 2025

The BMC has proposed a 4.24 km elevated corridor along LBS Marg to ease traffic between Kurla West and Ghatkopar West. The flyover, starting near Kalpana Talkies and ending near Pankhe Shah Baba Dargah, will include a 3.91 km main stretch, ramps at both ends and three connecting arms for smoother entry and exit. Designed as a four-lane, 16.5-metre-wide structure using steel girders and an RCC deck, it aims to bypass chronic bottlenecks near the Andheri-Ghatkopar Link Road, Ghatkopar station and Sant Narsi Mehta Road. With Metro works and other bridges in the area, VJTI will oversee technical planning. Estimated at INR 1,635 crore, the project is expected to take four years.Read more

18 Nov 2025

Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has relaunched a focused, ward-wise effort to issue e-Khata certificates for all 2,27,883 properties under its limits. So far, about 61,117 certificates have been granted mostly A-Khatas, with a smaller number of B-Khatas. The corporation has appointed nodal officers in its nine zones, aims to process applications in just a few days, and runs a weekly Friday campaign. Past lapses, income recovery, and corruption allegations have driven the urgency.Read more

18 Nov 2025

NHAI has released details of 55 National Highways projects covering about 2,269 km, with a total estimated cost of INR 1,19,359 crore. The authority has invited bids and published all project information on its website to enhance transparency in the award process. By placing approval stages, clearance status and key updates in the public domain, NHAI aims to create a level playing field for bidders and strengthen public-private partnerships. The authority will update the project data every two weeks, helping stakeholders track progress and submit more informed bids. The initiative is expected to reduce disputes, improve clarity and attract wider participation from contractors and developers.Read more

18 Nov 2025

AeroNero and Bengaluru Airport City Limited have signed a term sheet to set up the AeroNero Innovation Hub and Corporate Showcase at Kempegowda International Airport. The hub will demonstrate and test deep-tech air-to-water systems such as Bubble, Drizzle, Thunder, AirWell and AQUAIR, which produce potable water from atmospheric moisture using condensation, desiccation and hybrid renewable energy. AeroNero said the partnership marks a major step toward advancing sustainable, climate-resilient water solutions. Bengaluru Airport City noted that the hub aligns with its vision for a smart, deep-tech urban ecosystem. The centre will also serve as a multi-stakeholder platform, supporting research, collaboration and real-world validation within the airport's sustainability-focused environment.Read more

18 Nov 2025

A detailed footpath inspection in Jayanagar by Bengaluru South City Corporation officials highlighted 22 different pedestrian obstructions across key stretches. The walk, conducted recently as part of the third round of Project Walkaluru, covered areas near the Jayanagar Shopping Complex, 11th Main Road-Aurobindo Marg, 10th Main Road, Marenahalli Main Road and lanes near Shalini Ground. Issues included garbage accumulation, broken footpath slabs, construction-material dumping, vehicle parking on pavements and commercial encroachments. With over 40 participants joining the inspection, officials directed immediate clearance at several locations and issued warnings to building owners.Read more

18 Nov 2025

Anant Raj Ltd has confirmed plans to invest nearly INR 4,500 crore in Andhra Pradesh as part of a large-scale expansion of its data centre operations. The company announced earlier this week that its subsidiary, Anant Raj Cloud Pvt Ltd, had signed an MoU with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board to establish a data centre and IT park in a phased manner. The agreement includes provisions for state-level facilitation, job creation, and coordinated central government support. This expansion will add to Anant Raj's ongoing data centre projects and future capacity ambitions.Read more

18 Nov 2025

Delhi Chief Minister Smt Rekha Gupta announced updated names for three metro stations in the Pitampura-Haiderpur belt as part of the Phase IV expansion of the Delhi Metro network. The existing Pitampura station will be renamed Madhuban Chowk, the upcoming QU Block station will be North Pitampura-Prashant Vihar, and the planned Pitampura North station will be called Haiderpur Village. She said the changes are intended to make travel easier and more locally relevant. The announcement was made during a yatra held to honour the Rezang La battle martyrs. Alongside the renaming, she also reviewed ongoing area-wide road and underpass works.Read more

18 Nov 2025

Adani Group has announced plans to invest more than INR 1 lakh crore in Andhra Pradesh over the next decade, expanding across ports, cement, energy, data centres and advanced manufacturing. This is in addition to the INR 40,000 crore already invested in the state. At the Andhra Pradesh Investor Summit, Karan Adani detailed the Group's USD 15 billion Vizag Tech Park vision with Google, which will create a green-powered hyperscale data-centre ecosystem and the tech giant's largest AI hub outside the United States. He praised the state's leadership and highlighted Andhra Pradesh's role as a gateway for India's future growth. The Group's existing operations have already generated over one lakh jobs.Read more

18 Nov 2025

Uttar Pradesh is preparing to launch FASTPAS, a new online system designed to simplify and speed up building plan approvals across the state. The platform has been tested over the past two months and is expected to go live in about a month. It replaces the older OBPAS system and offers larger file uploads, better GIS-based tools, and integrated access to multiple clearance authorities. The system is being fully developed with state funds, giving the government full control over data. FASTPAS also supports features linked to the state's updated building bylaws.Read more

18 Nov 2025

Kings Infra Ventures has entered into an agreement with the Andhra Pradesh government to establish an INR 2,500-crore aquaculture technology park near Srikakulam. The plan was formalised during the recent CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. The 500-acre project will be India's first AI-enabled aquaculture park, integrating hatcheries, indoor farming systems, processing facilities and a marine bio-actives unit through the company's BlueTechOS platform. Kings Infra will invest INR 500 crore directly, with another INR 2,000 crore expected through supporting industries. The project will also train 5,000 professionals and enable multi-species production for domestic and export markets.Read more

17 Nov 2025

IRB Infrastructure Trust has secured a significant toll operate and transfer mandate from the National Highways Authority of India, agreeing to an upfront payment of INR 9,270 crore. The award covers a 366-km stretch across the Lucknow-Ayodhya-Gorakhpur corridor on NH-27 and part of the Lucknow-Varanasi corridor on NH-731, forming a crucial component of NHAI's ongoing asset monetisation strategy. The project has been granted for a revenue-linked concession period of 20 years. IRB Infrastructure Developers, which manages the private InvIT, highlighted the strategic importance of this religious tourism corridor in strengthening its national footprint.Read more

17 Nov 2025

The Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala is moving towards becoming a key transshipment hub for India, with officials noting that it is gradually positioning itself to handle cargo that currently moves through ports such as Singapore, Colombo, Salalah and Dubai. The port's location near major international shipping routes and its strong road, rail and air connectivity give it a significant operational advantage. Officials noted that once the port attains full capacity, it is expected to offer notable savings in ship and navigation costs for Indian cargo. The project aims to strengthen India's presence in global maritime trade.Read more

17 Nov 2025

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has released INR 332 crore for rural development works, with another INR 334 crore expected by late December or early January. The funds will support projects in gram panchayats, especially sanitation initiatives, as part of the state government's ongoing focus on rural upliftment. Grants will be shared in a 70:20:10 ratio among Gram Panchayats, Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishads, with Ludhiana, Hoshiarpur and Gurdaspur receiving the highest allocations. Cheema said the government aims to strengthen rural communities through transparent funding. He also highlighted major infrastructure efforts, including recarpeting 19,000 km of roads and investing INR 1,000 crore in sports facilities for youth.Read more

17 Nov 2025

Haryana has transitioned to fully paperless property registration, eliminating the need for physical documents in all tehsils. The Financial Commissioner, Sumita Misra, reviewed the system's progress and directed measures to speed up approvals, safeguard data, resolve technical issues, and enhance citizen support through dedicated help desks and a state helpline. Early results show rapid adoption, with applications and approvals more than doubling compared to the previous period. Training for staff and public outreach are being emphasized to ensure smooth implementation and wider citizen awareness.Read more

17 Nov 2025

CREDAI-MCHI convened its 43rd Annual General Meeting last week, bringing together senior government leaders, policymakers, and real estate stakeholders to outline a unified reform agenda under the leadership of President Shri Sukhraj Nahar. The association highlighted strengthened coordination with civic authorities, the rollout of Ease of Doing Business 2.0, and collective representation through a joint platform with NAREDCO, PEATA, and BDA. Key developments included institutionalised monthly reviews with BMC and SRA, acknowledgement of members� contributions during recent floods, and curated discussions on Mumbai's future development trajectory. The AGM reaffirmed CREDAI-MCHI's commitment to transparent, timely, and responsible urban growth.Read more

17 Nov 2025

India and Nepal have formalized a direct rail link along the Jogbani-Biratnagar route for containerised and bulk cargo. The agreement, executed through a Letter of Exchange amending the Treaty of Transit, allows goods to move from Kolkata and Visakhapatnam ports to Nepal's Morang District customs yard. Key corridors, including Kolkata-Jogbani and Visakhapatnam-Nautanwa, are included, aiming to boost multi-modal trade and Nepal's commerce with third countries. The deal underscores India's role as Nepal's largest trade partner and is expected to reinforce economic and commercial ties.Read more

17 Nov 2025

Recent state transport data revealed a contrasting trend in road fatalities across Maharashtra's two major expressways. Deaths on the Samruddhi Mahamarg rose 16%, increasing from 92 to 107 between January and September, while fatalities on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway dropped 29%, from 72 to 51. Officials attributed the difference to stricter monitoring, better infrastructure, and safety measures on the Mumbai-Pune route. In contrast, the Samruddhi stretch lacks advanced surveillance, has fewer amenities for heavy vehicles, and faces safety issues due to its design and driving conditions.Read more