22 Jan 2026

The Punjab government has approved plans to modernise bus terminals in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Sangrur, Patiala and Bathinda to improve public transport facilities and commuter experience. The upgrades will be carried out through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann. With terminals in Ludhiana and Jalandhar handling up to 1 lakh passengers daily, the initiative focuses on easing congestion and improving efficiency. Planned improvements include better waiting areas, upgraded sanitation, organised boarding, improved safety, lighting and parking facilities, along with barrier-free access. The revamped terminals are also expected to function as integrated urban hubs with commercial amenities, supporting smoother, safer and more convenient travel across key districts in Punjab.Read more

22 Jan 2026

KPI Green Energy recorded strong financial performance in the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with consolidated net profit rising nearly 48 per cent to INR 125.80 crore. The growth was driven by a sharp increase in total income, which climbed to INR 676.05 crore from INR 466.09 crore a year earlier. Expenses also moved up during the quarter due to higher operational activity. Alongside the results, the company announced a third interim dividend of INR 0.20 per share for FY26.Read more

22 Jan 2026

New Zealand-based Fletcher Building has agreed to divest its construction division to France's VINCI Construction for NZD 315.6 million, with the consideration potentially rising to NZD 334.1 million subject to the finalisation of certain contracts. The sale forms part of Fletcher Building's broader strategic reset after recent earnings pressure and operational challenges within its construction business. The division includes Higgins, Brian Perry Civil and Fletcher Construction Major Projects. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close by the end of calendar 2026.Read more

22 Jan 2026

Uttar Pradesh has announced plans to develop a 250-acre fintech park in Sector-11 of the YEIDA area along the Yamuna Expressway. Designed as a full-fledged fintech ecosystem rather than a traditional IT park, the project will host companies across banking technology, digital payments, insurtech, fintech SaaS, and blockchain. Its proximity to the upcoming Noida International Airport and Delhi-NCR is seen as a major advantage. The Detailed Project Report is being prepared by an international consultancy, with the project expected to create large-scale employment opportunities.Read more

22 Jan 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has signed an MOU with AM Green Group to set up a 1 gigawatt data centre in Greater Noida with an investment of USD 25 billion. The project, announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos, will be developed in phases, with the first phase starting in 2028 and full capacity targeted by 2030. The carbon-free facility will house around 5 lakh chipsets and support AI, high-performance computing, global hyperscalers, and Indian developers.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Chandigarh's Deputy Commissioner and Estate Officer has set a firm March deadline to complete the digitisation of the city's property records. The project, which began last September, has already scanned around 16 lakh estate office papers and 17 lakh sub-registrar office records, but more work remains to meet the deadline. The digitisation process includes scanning, proofreading, verification, and quality checks. Officials are closely monitoring progress to ensure accuracy and timely completion. Once done, this digital repository will improve transparency, simplify access, and speed up property record retrieval for citizens and departments.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Central Railway has proposed shifting select long-distance trains from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Dadar to Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Panvel to ease pressure on Mumbai's suburban network. The move is expected to free up train paths on the Main line, allowing around 15 additional local services, including during peak hours. The plan includes rerouting five train pairs and rescheduling six others, along with increasing train lengths to carry more passengers. Railways estimate this could benefit 40,000 to 50,000 commuters daily. The proposal is awaiting Railway Board approval and is aimed at improving efficiency while balancing suburban and long-distance travel needs.Read more

21 Jan 2026

KP Green Engineering has secured fresh confirmed orders worth INR 248.2 crore across renewable energy, transmission, industrial, and infrastructure segments. The new contracts include solar module mounting structures, transmission towers, railway crash barriers, and pre-engineered building components. With these additions, the company's total confirmed orders declared during the month have reached around INR 1,067.2 crore, including a large order disclosed earlier. The company expects to complete execution of these orders by March 31, 2026, supporting diversified revenues and higher manufacturing utilisation.Read more

21 Jan 2026

The Indian government is set to reintroduce the build-operate-transfer (BoT) toll model for nearly half of its national highway projects in the upcoming fiscal year, covering around 5,000km with an estimated investment of INR 75,000 crore. Officials said a revised master concession agreement (MCA) will make the model more investor-friendly by improving revenue predictability and providing better exit and compensation options. Key projects, including the Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot corridor, will lead this initiative. The government expects this move to attract private funding and accelerate highway expansion across multiple states.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Delhi's Public Works Department (PWD) is planning to redevelop the Delhi Gate junction on Asaf Ali Road with an investment of INR 4.6 crore. The project will convert the heavily trafficked intersection into an organised urban space featuring a central landscaped island, seating, a fountain, paved walkways, a children's play area, a skating rink, and parking facilities. The plan covers the stretch between Netaji Subhash Marg and Asaf Ali Road, and the contractor will manage clearances, soil tests, as-built drawings, and progress reporting while ensuring smooth traffic flow.Read more

21 Jan 2026

GIFT City is emerging as a preferred gateway for global financial institutions looking to access Indian markets and establish a base for Asia-Pacific operations. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, GIFT City MD and Group CEO Sanjay Kaul highlighted rising global interest driven by India's strong economic growth, stable governance, and regulatory framework aligned with international standards. He said global players see GIFT City as a structured entry route into India and, over time, as a centre for conducting international transactions within Indian jurisdiction.Read more

21 Jan 2026

National Real Estate Development and Investment Company recorded a net profit of 427,052 Rials for the full fiscal year. The results reflect the company's steady focus on expanding its residential and commercial property portfolio while managing costs efficiently. Analysts observe that these outcomes demonstrate consistent performance despite challenging market conditions. The company's strategic investments and disciplined development approach have contributed to sustainable profitability. Overall, the annual results reinforce National Real Estate Development's position as a stable player in the real estate sector.Read more

21 Jan 2026

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has introduced a new rule linking unpaid tolls and user fees on national highways to vehicle no-objection certificates (NOCs) for key services such as renewal of registration and insurance, ownership transfer and fitness certification. Under the revised Central Motor Vehicles Rules, vehicles with recorded but unpaid highway user fees will face denial of NOCs, a measure aimed at reducing toll evasion ahead of the nationwide rollout of a Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) barrierless tolling system. The provision comes barely a month before MLFF implementation on selected stretches of the National Highway network, where physical toll barriers will be removed and tolls collected electronically. Officials have said a portal will be launched to allow motorists to raise disputes and settle unpaid charges before NOC actions are taken, reflecting an effort to balance enforcement with due process.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu used a global platform at Davos to outline his vision of developing Amaravati into the world's best city, inviting international investors to partner in the effort. He highlighted India's demographic advantage, strong national leadership and growing global confidence in the country's economy. Naidu said Andhra Pradesh is moving faster than ever, with a renewed focus on speed of doing business. He also underlined India's future role as a global talent hub and a leader in green energy.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Sonepur railway station in Bihar is slated for a major upgrade under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with redevelopment work already more than half complete. The project aims to transform the station into a modern passenger hub with facilities similar to those found at airports, improving convenience, accessibility and safety for commuters. Works include a new station facade, expanded foot overbridge, upgraded passenger amenities, a second exit and renovation of multiple platforms. The redevelopment also incorporates enhanced lighting, digital information systems, landscaped areas and improved waiting and seating areas. Indian Railways hopes the makeover will strengthen Sonepur's role as a key transport centre and align with broader efforts to modernise stations across the country under the national scheme. Completion of remaining works will further elevate the station's status within the East Central Railway division.Read more

21 Jan 2026

The Prime Minister unveiled and laid foundation stones for multiple rail and road infrastructure projects in West Bengal with a total investment exceeding INR 3,250 crore. The initiatives focus on improving passenger travel, strengthening freight movement, and enhancing links between the state and the North-East. Key highlights include the launch of India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, new Amrit Bharat Express services, railway line expansions, maintenance facility upgrades, and a major national highway widening project in north Bengal aimed at reducing travel time and logistics costs.Read more

20 Jan 2026

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has completed the restoration and widening of a 9.3-kilometre stretch of the Delhi-Meerut Road between Meerut Tiraha and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway at Duhai and handed it back to the Public Works Department (PWD). The road has been widened from 7 metres to 10.5 metres on both sides, along with the construction of nearly 6 km of drains to prevent waterlogging. The upgraded stretch runs below the operational Namo Bharat corridor and is expected to improve traffic flow and safety.Read more

20 Jan 2026

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is expanding the Aerocity metro station on the Airport Express Line to develop it into a key interchange hub for Delhi-NCR. The station will connect the Airport Express Line with the Tughlakabad-Aerocity Golden Line under Phase 4 and is also planned to integrate with a future NCR Transport Corporation corridor towards Alwar. Approval has been granted to extend the Golden Line to Terminal 1 of IGI Airport, improving airport access for south Delhi and strengthening regional connectivity.Read more

20 Jan 2026

A Guwahati-based luxury hospitality company, Mayfair Spring Valley Resort, has secured the official catering contract for India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, marking a first for a Northeast-based firm in premium rail services. The contract was awarded in partnership with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) ahead of the inaugural service between Howrah in West Bengal and Kamakhya (Guwahati) in Assam. The on-board menu has been curated to showcase regional cuisine from West Bengal and Assam, with dishes such as basanti pulao, Assamese joha rice, seasonal vegetable preparations and traditional sweets, designed for overnight travel comfort using locally sourced ingredients. The Vande Bharat Sleeper service is equipped with modern amenities across fully air-conditioned berths and aims to significantly reduce travel time while providing enhanced comfort and regional culinary experiences.Read more

20 Jan 2026

GAIL (India) Ltd has completed the 694-kilometre Mumbai-Nagpur Natural Gas Pipeline, marking a first-of-its-kind integration of a high-capacity gas pipeline within a narrow utility corridor along Maharashtra's Samruddhi Mahamarg expressway. Built largely inside a three-metre-wide strip, the project showcases the potential of the PM GatiShakti framework to align transport and energy infrastructure while minimising land acquisition and social impact. Despite complex engineering challenges, including difficult terrain in the Western Ghats and multiple statutory clearances, the pipeline is nearing full operational readiness. With significant implications for city gas distribution, cleaner fuel adoption and industrial growth across Maharashtra, the project is now being viewed as a blueprint for future multi-utility corridor development in India.Read more