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

Nagpur Metro has started building Maharashtra's longest balanced cantilever (CLC) bridge along the Reach-3A Hingna corridor under Metro Phase-2. The 271-meter bridge will cross the Vena river without any piers in the water, using a specialized construction technique to ensure stability while preserving the river ecosystem. Developed by Kalpataru Projects International Limited with design by KPIL's Ayesa team and independent validation by VNIT Nagpur, the bridge is part of a INR 378 crore project with seven stations. Completion is expected in 18 months, enhancing connectivity and metro travel efficiency in the region.Read more

03 Oct 2025

The Kerala government has sanctioned INR 17.31 crore for the 600-meter HMT-NAD stretch under the second phase of the Seaport-Airport Road project. The Roads and Bridges Development Corporation of Kerala (RBDCK) will issue tenders once technical approvals are completed. Land acquisition for this section and the 6.5 km NAD-Mahilalayam stretch is progressing, with compensation for 90% of the 529 landholdings expected soon. Earlier allocations include INR 32.26 crore for the NAD section and INR 569.34 crore from KIIFB for land acquisition, aiming to improve connectivity to Kochi airport and ease traffic congestion.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth INR 36.50 crore in Ganderbal district. The initiatives cover sports infrastructure, power supply, and road connectivity, aiming to enhance local facilities and improve daily life for residents. Key projects included stadium upgrades, new playfields, a 33/11 kV power receiving station, synthetic athletic tracks, and multiple road construction and upgradation works. These efforts highlight the government's focus on strengthening infrastructure and promoting balanced regional development in Ganderbal.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Mattancherry Water Metro terminal in Kochi is scheduled for inauguration in the second week of October, fulfilling a long-standing demand of local residents. The project began in 2019 but faced significant delays due to a non-performing contractor and issues in connecting high-tension electricity to the terminal. Local authorities resumed work under a new contractor after public protests. Plans are also underway to introduce feeder bus services linking Mattancherry and Fort Kochi, improving accessibility for both tourists and residents.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Delhi government has set an eight-month deadline to complete the long-delayed Barapullah Phase-III flyover, which will connect Mayur Vihar-I in East Delhi with AIIMS in South Delhi. Initiated in 2015, the project has faced repeated delays due to land acquisition issues, environmental approvals, flooding, and coordination challenges among departments. With 333 trees cleared, transplanted, or pruned, and remaining construction work underway, the elevated corridor is expected to ease traffic congestion, provide better connectivity, and reduce commute times, benefiting thousands of daily travelers across the city.Read more

02 Oct 2025

Navi Mumbai International Airport has received its aerodrome licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, enabling the project to move towards operational readiness. The licence was issued after the airport met regulatory and safety requirements. Developed by Adani Group and CIDCO in five phases, the airport's first stage is expected to serve 20 million passengers a year and handle 0.5 million metric tons of cargo. With this approval, NMIA becomes the second airport for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with inauguration expected soon.Read more

02 Oct 2025

India is advancing four major hydropower and reservoir projects in Jammu & Kashmir after the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan was suspended. The projects-930 MW Kirthai, 240 MW Uri-II Stage II, 2130 MW Dulhasti Stage II, and the Tulbul navigation project-aim to increase storage and power generation on the Chenab and Jhelum rivers. Developed by NHPC and JKSPDC, the initiatives involve design changes, civil works tenders, and feasibility studies. Estimated costs range between INR 8,000 crore and INR 28,000 crore. These projects also align with India's wider push to expand renewable energy and strengthen water infrastructure in the region.Read more

02 Oct 2025

Several piers of the Metro 6 corridor were removed after the depot entry alignment was revised, as MMRDA plans to implement a temporary siding for initial operations by 2026. The depot site is involved in ongoing legal disputes over ownership between the Central government and a private party. MMRDA has awarded a INR 2,269-crore contract to NCC for trains, signalling systems, and platform screen doors. The depot will include stabling lines, workshops, an operations centre, and washing facilities. Once operational, Metro 6 will provide a crucial east-west connection in Mumbai.Read more