05 Oct 2025

Bengaluru has made significant progress in road repairs, with over 13,000 potholes fixed and another 4,000-5,000 slated for phased repair, according to Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. Backed by a INR 750 crore fund, each repair is tracked with GPS, photos, and videos for transparency. Additionally, the government has rolled out an INR 1,100 crore plan to upgrade 550 km of arterial roads, including widening, junction concreting, and new construction, with provisions to manage traffic during works. A citizen app for pothole reporting and police support are also in place. The initiative follows criticism from residents and corporates like Infosys, Biocon, and BlackBuck, who flagged poor road conditions as a business challenge.Read more

05 Oct 2025

India and Bhutan are moving ahead with their first-ever cross-border railway connections through the Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse links. With a combined investment of INR 4,033 crore (USD 454 million), these projects aim to enhance trade, transport, and people-to-people ties between the two countries. The Kokrajhar-Gelephu line will stretch 69 km, while the Banarhat-Samtse line will cover 20 km. The projects, expected to be completed within three to four years, reflect the growing bilateral cooperation in infrastructure and regional connectivity.Read more

05 Oct 2025

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has initiated tenders valued at INR 2,200 crore for the construction of two bridges in Mumbai's western suburbs. These projects aim to enhance connectivity and ease traffic congestion. The first project involves the Lagoon Road Bridge, which will connect Malad (West) to Andheri's Lagoon Road, traversing over a mangrove patch and the Poisar River. The second project includes a bridge linking MDP Road to Ryan International School in Kandivali East, along with a new traffic arm connecting the upcoming Coastal Road to Marve Road in Malad.Read more

05 Oct 2025

Senegal plans to begin construction of a second oil refinery in 2026, seeking USD 2-5 billion in investment to expand domestic refining capacity, SAR CEO Mamadou Abib Diop told Reuters. Financing offers have already come from China, Turkey, and South Korea. The refinery, dubbed SAR 2.0, will process an additional 4 million tons of crude annually, using feedstock primarily from the Sangomar offshore field, operated by Woodside Energy with Petrosen as minority partner. Sangomar, producing since 2024, yields about 34.5 million barrels per year. By its targeted 2029 start-up, SAR aims to meet national petroleum demand and export to the region, reducing reliance on imports.Read more

05 Oct 2025

The six-lane flyover connecting Nand Nagri and Gagan Cinema in northeast Delhi has finally opened after a 16-month delay caused by tree clearance issues. Constructed by the Public Works Department (PWD), the 1.55-km flyover, 22 meters wide, is expected to benefit over 100,000 daily commuters by providing a signal-free route and reducing travel time by roughly 14 minutes. The project is part of 77 government road interventions to ease congestion in Delhi and includes aesthetic enhancements, U-turns, and upgraded junctions to improve traffic flow and connectivity.Read more

05 Oct 2025

Signature Global Foundation, the CSR arm of real estate developer Signature Global, has reported that its Project Paathshaala initiative has already reached more than 50,000 students across 100 schools in Delhi NCR. The programme, launched last year, includes distributing education essentials, upgrading school infrastructure, and providing clean drinking water. Alongside this, the Foundation has rolled out the Tech Udaan digital bus project and continues to support healthcare, vocational training, and women's empowerment initiatives, aiming to touch 100,000 lives through its social commitments.Read more

04 Oct 2025

Indonesia's state utility PLN has begun building a 92 MW-peak floating solar power plant on the Saguling reservoir in West Java, around 180 km from Jakarta, as part of its renewable energy expansion. Scheduled to start operations in November 2026, the plant will generate more than 130 GWh of electricity annually and cut carbon emissions by 104,000 tons. It forms part of Indonesia's broader plan to add 42.6 GW of renewable energy by 2034, with 17.1 GW coming from solar. PLN CEO Darmawan Prasodjo called the project a milestone in Indonesia's clean energy shift. Investment details were not disclosed.Read more

04 Oct 2025

Serica Energy has agreed to acquire Prax Upstream, the operator of the Lancaster oilfield in the UK North Sea, for USD 25.6 million. The deal includes a 100% interest in Lancaster, a 40% operated interest in the Greater Laggan Area, a 10% interest in the Catcher Field, and a 5.21% interest in the Golden Eagle Area. The acquisition is expected to generate an additional USD 50 million in free cash flow by 2026 and add around 11 million barrels of oil equivalent to Serica's reserves. This step strengthens Serica's operational presence and financial position in the North Sea.Read more

04 Oct 2025

Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has added 112.5 MW of renewable power capacity at Khavda in Gujarat, increasing its total operational generation to 16,598.6 MW. The expansion includes an 87.5 MW solar project under Adani Renewable Energy Fifty Six Limited and a 25 MW hybrid project via Adani Green Energy Twenty Five B Limited. These plants began generating electricity from late September, following all necessary approvals. As part of the Adani Group, AGEL continues to solidify its position as one of India's leading renewable energy companies, contributing significantly to the country's clean energy infrastructure.Read more

04 Oct 2025

With the recent announcement of the government shutdown, tourists are facing mixed experiences at national parks and historic sites. Status of Liberty and Ellis Island remained open despite New York Governor Kathy Houchul's decision to fund operations. President Jimmy Carter's gravesite in Georgia, Philadelphia's Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and Atlanta's Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park is all shut. While roads and trails largely stayed accessible, visitor centers closed, raising safety concerns. Past shutdowns, like at Joshua Tree in 2019, saw vandalism and damage, fuelling calls from former superintendents to close all parks during shutdowns.Read more

04 Oct 2025

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) undertook a major demolition drive in Ghansoli after notices issued under the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966 were ignored by the property owner. Officials stated that despite repeated warnings, construction continued without prior permission. The operation, conducted under the directives of senior civic authorities, involved labourers, breakers, and a gas cutter, with police support present at the site. Authorities have confirmed that similar action will be enforced in future against unauthorised structures.Read more

04 Oct 2025

HCC and KRCL have signed a partnership to jointly undertake major railway and multi-modal transport infrastructure projects in India and international markets. The MoU sets a long-term collaboration framework to combine the technical expertise and operational strengths of both organisations. The partnership will cover civil construction, track laying, signalling, electrification, MEP systems, operations, and maintenance, with a focus on complex projects like metro systems, NATM tunnelling, railway bridges, and large-scale EPC contracts. This collaboration aims to enhance market presence while delivering integrated, high-quality transport infrastructure efficiently and sustainably.Read more

04 Oct 2025

The Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority has approved seven new Town Planning (TP) Schemes across satellite villages surrounding the city. The initiative aims to urbanise nearly 1,000 hectares and create land for infrastructure such as roads, while preparing Ahmedabad for upcoming large-scale sporting events. Areas including Saij, Godhavi, Kaneti, Nidhrad and Manipur are among those identified for structured development.Read more

03 Oct 2025

The Cabinet cleared the widening of the Kaliabor-Numaligarh section of NH-715 in Assam earlier this week, with the project set to be executed on the engineering, procurement and construction model. With an estimated cost of INR 6,957 crore, the 85.675 km stretch will incorporate wildlife-friendly features, particularly on the Kaziranga National Park segment, where heavy traffic and flooding during monsoons have endangered wildlife movement and safety.Read more

03 Oct 2025

The six-laning of the 20-kilometre stretch of Mumbai-Agra highway between Gonde and Pimpri Sado is now scheduled for completion by December 2026, earlier than the original March 2027 deadline. NHAI has accelerated the work to handle the expected surge of pilgrims during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, particularly in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar. The stretch connects to the Samruddhi Expressway, which will facilitate smoother travel. Post-Mela, the highway will be further expanded up to Vadpe, improving regional connectivity and supporting traffic management during major events.Read more

03 Oct 2025

The Maharashtra registration department has allowed tenant agreements to be registered at any sub-registrar office within a district, removing the earlier taluka-based restriction. Part of the One District, One Registration scheme, the move aims to speed up leave-and-licence registrations and ease delays caused by uneven workloads. Piloted successfully in Pune, the reform will now cover all 519 sub-registrar offices statewide. Alongside, the government has launched e-Pramaan in Satara, enabling citizens to access digitally signed certified copies of property records online. Together, these measures are set to reduce congestion, enhance transparency, and bring greater efficiency to property-related transactions across Maharashtra.Read more

03 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield collaborated with Kalyani Developers to host the Walkathon - Abilities Recruitment March at Kalyani Tech Park as part of Hilton's Travel With Purpose Week. The event focused on inclusivity, accessibility, and empowerment of specially-abled individuals. With participation from industry leaders, NGOs, Rotary clubs, and community members, the initiative underscored Hilton's ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and purpose-driven hospitality while strengthening its longstanding association with Kalyani Developers.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Thiruvananthapuram is set to revamp underutilized spaces beneath the Chackai-Enchakkal flyover, turning them into safe, visually appealing, and culturally reflective public areas. The INR 6.1 crore Smart City project covers 14,694 square meters and includes art installations, decorative lighting, landscaping, and streetscape enhancements. Spatial zoning will guide the use of narrow, medium, and wide sections, with features ranging from shade-tolerant plants to sculptural landscaping and vertical art walls. The initiative aims to blend functionality, aesthetics, and Kerala's cultural identity while improving public safety and urban experience.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Navi Mumbai International Airport is scheduled to be inaugurated on October 8, following clearance from the DGCA. The airport is being developed in five phases by Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd, with the Adani Group as the majority stakeholder and CIDCO holding a minority share. Gautam Adani recently visited the site, meeting the workforce that contributed to its construction and acknowledging their efforts. Once fully operational, the airport will accommodate 90 million passengers annually and handle 3.2 million tonnes of cargo, establishing it as a major aviation hub in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Asia.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Malaysia is preparing a roadmap to transform its steel industry into a fully green sector by 2050. The plan aims to manage overcapacity, restructure licensing, and prepare for decarbonisation. Measures include clear licensing guidelines, carbon pricing, transparency frameworks, and better access to finance for green and high-value production. The industry faces challenges such as high carbon intensity and a supply-demand imbalance. Malaysia also recommends ASEAN collaboration through shared databases, common decarbonisation pathways, and green steel hubs to improve competitiveness and support sustainable growth in the regional steel market.Read more