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

02 Oct 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved INR 1,187 crore for infrastructure development in Varanasi, targeting sewerage and water supply systems. This funding will cover 18 wards, including the recently merged areas of Ramnagar and Sujabad. The projects are designed to enhance sanitation, provide safe drinking water, and improve overall living conditions for over seven lakh residents. Key constituencies benefiting include Varanasi Cantt, City South, City North, and Rohaniya. The phased implementation aims at addressing critical urban infrastructure gaps effectively.Read more

01 Oct 2025

Mizoram Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma has urged the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to speed up repairs and adopt rigid pavements on key highways, particularly the Aizawl-Vairengte route, due to severe damage. He emphasized the urgency of timely repairs during the Contractor Liability Period and recommended that completed bypasses be handed over to the State Public Works Department (PWD) for maintenance. Additionally, he highlighted the collapse of Thingfal's Mamte 'T' Baptist Church, allegedly caused by road-cutting activities, and called for quick action.Read more

01 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has called on top bureaucrats and state chief secretaries to take immediate action on stalled infrastructure projects rather than waiting for his intervention. During a Pragati meeting, he stressed that delays escalate costs and deprive citizens of essential services. Officials were encouraged to adopt state-level review mechanisms and ensure better coordination across agencies. Projects such as the 83-km Nangal Dam-Talwara-Mukerian railway line in Punjab and the North Koel Reservoir in Bihar and Jharkhand were discussed, highlighting decades-long delays. Modi emphasized result-oriented approaches to improve citizens' quality of life.Read more

01 Oct 2025

Indian Railways is implementing extensive upgrades on the Kollam-Sengottai railway line to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency. The initiatives include extending platform lengths, increasing train capacity, and replacing older Integral Coach Factory (ICF) coaches with modern Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches. Plans are also underway to consider adding Vistadome coaches for panoramic travel, once production meets demand. These steps aim to address previous concerns over underutilization, limited services, and speed restrictions along the scenic Kerala-Tamil Nadu route, making travel safer and more convenient.Read more

01 Oct 2025

Gurugram is set to get an integrated bus terminal in Sector 10, designed to link directly with the upcoming metro corridor and improve last-mile connectivity. Developed at a cost of INR 32.4 crore, the project will convert seven acres of the existing depot into a modern terminal with multiple bus bays, waiting areas, and commuter facilities. Two additional terminals are planned at Sector 29 and Rajiv Chowk, while a depot-cum-terminal is being considered for Sector 12. With Gurugram's fleet expected to expand from 150 to 900 buses, the new facilities will form a critical part of the city's transport upgrade.Read more

01 Oct 2025

The Andhra Pradesh government has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada (SPA Vijayawada), to enhance urban planning, governance, and smart city development across the state. The partnership designates SPA Vijayawada as an AMRUT Centre for Urban Planning and Capacity Building (A-CUPCB) to provide training and advisory support to municipal officials and planners. The initiative emphasizes the use of advanced technologies such as AI, GIS, remote sensing, and IoT to create climate-resilient, efficient, and sustainable urban environments while promoting evidence-based solutions for governance.Read more

30 Sep 2025

Ceigall India, in partnership with JSP Projects, has won a INR 509.20 crore infrastructure contract from the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA). The project involves constructing internal roads along with civil, public health, and electrical works, scheduled for completion within 24 months under an item-rate agreement. Ramneek Sehgal, Ceigall's Chairman and Managing Director, highlighted the project's role in enhancing connectivity and supporting sustainable urban development in Mohali. This project adds to Ceigall's portfolio of specialized infrastructure works across roads, bridges, flyovers, tunnels, and expressways.Read more

30 Sep 2025

Tripura Chief Minister Shri Manik Saha has said that damaged stretches of national highways in the state will be repaired on priority once the monsoon season withdraws. The stretches from Mohanpur to Khowai and Khowai to Kamalpur have deteriorated badly, creating difficulties for commuters and drawing public criticism. The CM mentioned that he had already discussed the issue with Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, who had sent a team to assess the situation. Saha also spoke about the overall progress in road and rail connectivity in the state under the central government.Read more

30 Sep 2025

NTPC Green Energy Ltd will begin commercial operations of a 25 MW portion of its 37.5 MW solar project in Bhuj, Gujarat, from September 27, 2025. This addition increases NGEL Group's total installed capacity to 7,407.475 MW. As the renewable energy arm of NTPC, NGEL has been expanding its solar and wind projects across India in line with the country's renewable energy goals. The Bhuj project, commissioned in phases, reflects the company's approach to steadily enhancing green power capacity while supporting sustainable energy development.Read more