23 Sep 2025

More than 600 trucks were stranded on Mizoram's National Highway 306 (NH-306), also called NH-6, due to the deteriorating condition of the Sairang-Kawnpui stretch. Around 339 trucks carrying essential commodities to Aizawl were halted at Kawnpui, while 264 empty trucks bound for Assam were stuck at Khamrang. Repairs made between July and August failed to hold. Mizoram Merchant Association (MIMA) and the Northeast Transporters' Union have warned that transportation of essential goods could be stopped during the next rainy season if the highway is not improved.Read more

23 Sep 2025

India's first bullet train project has reached a major milestone with the completion of the 4.88 km Shilphata-Ghansoli tunnel, part of a 21 km underground section on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the train's affordability and speed, cutting travel time from nine hours to just over two. The first phase on the Surat-Bilimora section is set for December 2027, with extensions to Thane and BKC by 2029. The tunnel connects to the viaduct portion, and the NHSRCL continues work on remaining sections with strict safety measures.Read more

23 Sep 2025

Union Minister of State for Railways, V. Somanna, recently inaugurated two major railway projects in Belagavi, Karnataka, including Road Under Bridges at Anagol and Khanapur. The initiatives are part of around 300 ROB and RUB projects across Karnataka funded by the central government. Under the Amrit Bharat Scheme, the state has modernized six additional stations with INR 2,000 crore funding. Somanna also shared updates on the Belagavi-Dharwad railway line and hinted at a potential sleeper coach Vande Bharat train between Belagavi and Bengaluru to address public demand.Read more

22 Sep 2025

Indore's metro expansion achieved a significant step with a successful trial run of the second phase, covering a 5-kilometer stretch between Super Corridor No. 3 and MR-10 stations. This phase is part of the 17.5-kilometer priority corridor connecting Gandhi Nagar to Radisson Square. The Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) aims to commence commercial operations by the end of October, pending necessary safety approvals. The broader 31.32-kilometer metro project, estimated at INR 7,500.80 crore, is designed to enhance connectivity and reduce traffic congestion in the city.Read more

22 Sep 2025

The Noida International Airport at Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, will be inaugurated on October 30, with passenger flights expected to start around mid-December. In the first phase, airlines are likely to connect the airport to at least ten cities including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Kolkata. Developed by Yamuna International Airport Private Limited, a Zurich Airport subsidiary, the new facility is expected to handle 12 million passengers annually and provide cargo connectivity. The airport will complement Delhi's IGI Airport and serve passengers from western Uttar Pradesh, Noida, and Greater Noida.Read more

22 Sep 2025

JSW Neo Energy, the subsidiary of JSW Energy, has signed an agreement to acquire Tidong Power Generation from Statkraft IH Holding for INR 1,728 crore. The under-construction 150 MW run-of-river hydroelectric project in Himachal Pradesh has a 22-year Power Purchase Agreement with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd for 75 MW at INR 5.57 per kWh during the May to October period. The remaining 75 MW is untied and can be sold on the merchant market. The transaction is subject to approvals and expected to close in the coming months.Read more

22 Sep 2025

Bengaluru's Central Silk Board junction, one of the city's most crowded intersections, is set to see better traffic flow with two new flyover ramps opening by December. These ramps will help reduce congestion and tackle flooding problems caused by stormwater drains. The project is part of a larger effort that includes metro station upgrades and road widening, aiming to improve connectivity between areas like HSR Layout, BTM Layout, and Electronic City. Commuters can expect smoother travel and shorter wait times once the ramps are operational.Read more

22 Sep 2025

Kandla Port, under the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), is set to extend its operations outside Gujarat for the first time, with plans to manage terminals in Maharashtra and Karnataka. This move aims to replicate Kandla's operational efficiency, reduce congestion at other ports, and increase cargo throughput. The expansion will begin with terminal management and could grow into full port operations, involving both government and private ports. Kandla Port handled more than 150 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo last year, primarily petroleum, oil, and lubricants. To support rising volumes, DPA is constructing a deep-draft multi-cargo berth and a new container terminal, expected to be operational by September 2027.Read more

21 Sep 2025

Vedanta Ltd will keep coal as the main energy source for its mining operations, accounting for nearly 70% of its energy mix, while gradually boosting renewables such as solar and wind to reduce coal dependence to around 50-60% over the next three to four years. The company is also exploring hybrid power solutions for overseas operations, including a 300-megawatt coal-renewable project in Zambia to support mining expansion. Copper production at its Zambian unit has returned to levels last seen in 2018, with plans to increase output over the next three years.Read more

21 Sep 2025

Kolkata Metro's Green Line, connecting Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V, faced a service disruption less than a month after its full operation. A technical glitch in the power supply lines caused temporary suspension of services, affecting major stations including Howrah, Sealdah, and Esplanade. Maintenance teams restored partial service within an hour and full operations by early afternoon. The incident highlights the operational challenges faced by newly launched metro lines, particularly during busy periods with limited alternative transport options, such as festivals or public holidays.Read more