18 Sep 2025

The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has signed a key agreement with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to execute track works for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail corridor. This contract covers the design, supply, construction, testing, and commissioning of a 157 km section from Mumbai to Zaroli village, including four stations and a rolling stock depot at Thane. Progress in Maharashtra is advancing with elevated viaducts, pre-stressed concrete box girders, tunnels, and steel bridges, reflecting coordinated efforts to meet the project's ambitious timelines.Read more

17 Sep 2025

Insolation Energy has won multiple solar projects totaling 226.45 MW under the PM-KUSUM scheme, involving an investment of INR 750 crore. Its subsidiary, Insolation Green Energy Pvt Ltd, secured orders from Jaipur and Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam. The projects, scheduled to be completed by 2026-27, have varying levelized tariffs from INR 2.60 to INR 3.04 per unit. Under PM-KUSUM, the government aims to expand solar capacity across India through small power plants and solarisation of agriculture pumps, with financial support extended due to pandemic-related delays.Read more

17 Sep 2025

Goa has inaugurated its first hazardous waste treatment plant at Pissurlem in Sattari, developed at a cost of INR 125 crore by Ponda Envocare Limited. The facility can handle 25,000 metric tonnes annually of landfillable and co-processing waste, plus 14,000 tonnes of incinerable waste, using a rotary kiln incinerator with real-time emission monitoring. Designed to prevent soil and water contamination, it integrates landfill, incineration and pre-processing units for safe disposal. Nearly 80% of the workforce are local residents employed across operations, labs, and administration, creating jobs and technical expertise. The plant marks a significant step in sustainable waste management and environmental protection in Goa.Read more

17 Sep 2025

Land acquisition for Bhopal Metro's Orange Line is gaining pace as more landowners opt for the Mutual Purchase Policy under Madhya Pradesh's Aapsi Kharid Niti - 2014. So far, 40 property owners have consented, ensuring compensation within two months and avoiding lengthy acquisition disputes. Owners of structures will be reimbursed for buildings, while landholders will receive double the collectorate rate. In areas where consent hasn't been given, acquisition is moving forward through the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, with objection periods now closing. With three acquisition notifications issued and final surveys planned, the project is advancing smoothly, signalling reduced resistance and steady progress for metro development.Read more

17 Sep 2025

Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari stated that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plans to use all municipal solid waste from across the country in road construction by 2027. NHAI has already utilized 8 million tonnes of waste from Delhi and Ahmedabad in roads, demonstrating its potential to improve durability and sustainability. This initiative aims to address waste management challenges, reduce environmental impact, and promote long-lasting road infrastructure. The government sees this as a step toward greener and more resilient highways nationwide.Read more

17 Sep 2025

India is setting its sights on emerging as a major global shipbuilding hub by 2047. The government plans to lift the country's share in the global shipbuilding market, currently less than 1%, and position India among the top five maritime nations. This initiative involves establishing large-scale shipbuilding clusters in multiple states, upgrading infrastructure, and entering partnerships with international firms. Policy reforms and financial support through the Maritime Development Fund are key elements of the plan. The strategy is expected to create significant employment and strengthen India's role in global trade.Read more

16 Sep 2025

Serentica Renewables has acquired Statkraft's Indian solar business, including a 445 MWp operational plant and 1 GWp of development assets in Rajasthan. The assets will serve commercial and industrial clients continuously, cutting an estimated 0.6 million tonnes of CO2 annually. With this acquisition, Serentica's portfolio grows to 1.5 GW, maintaining its 17 GW target by 2030. Backed by KKR's USD 650 million investment, Serentica aims to supply 50 billion units of clean energy yearly, advancing India's energy transition.Read more

16 Sep 2025

ACME Venus Urja, part of ACME Solar Holdings, has secured INR 3,892 crore from the State Bank of India to develop a 400 MW Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy project in Barmer, Rajasthan. Scheduled to be repaid over 19 years, the financing will support the installation of solar panels and a Battery Energy Storage System to maintain reliable power supply under a contract with NHPC at INR 4.64 per unit. This represents ACME's largest SBI funding and SBI's first investment in ACME's FDRE projects. The company has a 2,890 MW operational capacity across diverse renewable energy solutions.Read more

16 Sep 2025

The Sarai Kale Khan station on the Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System is expected to be inaugurated on 17 September. It will become the capital's first fully integrated multimodal interchange hub, linking services like Metro, city buses, interstate buses, and Indian Railways. The station is 215 metres long, 50 metres wide and 15 metres high, and has been built with six platforms and four tracks. With trial runs complete, travel between Sarai Kale Khan and Meerut will take less than an hour. The project is part of the Make in India initiative and aims to increase public transport's share on this corridor.Read more

16 Sep 2025

Mumbai is set to witness a major leap in urban mobility with Metro Line 2B, the east-west corridor, approaching a key milestone. Phase I, spanning Mandale to Chembur over 5.39 km, has entered the statutory safety approval stage. Authorities, including the Metropolitan Commissioner of MMRDA, have inspected the stretch and issued directives to ensure timely completion. Once certified, the line will enhance travel efficiency, reduce road congestion, and seamlessly integrate with other metro lines, monorail, and suburban rail networks, promising a transformative urban commuting experience.Read more