03 Sep 2025

The government has earmarked ten major highway stretches across India to facilitate the operation of green hydrogen-powered trucks, as part of its strategy to tackle vehicular pollution. Hydrogen fuelling stations will be installed by Indian Oil and Reliance Petroleum, while Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, and Volvo have already begun manufacturing such vehicles. Union minister Nitin Gadkari underlined the importance of climate change mitigation, infrastructure development for a USD 5 trillion economy, and reducing logistics costs to make India globally competitive.Read more

03 Sep 2025

Highway Infrastructure Limited (HIL), a key player in India's infrastructure sector, posted robust results for the first quarter of FY 2025-26, driven by higher toll collections, operational efficiencies, and expansion of its toll operations. Revenue grew 38% year-on-year while net profit after tax rose by 128%. With new toll projects in Uttar Pradesh and additional contract wins, HIL has expanded its order book significantly, reinforcing its long-term growth visibility. The company also emphasised investments in digital tolling technologies such as RFID and ANPR systems.Read more

02 Sep 2025

Dharan Infra EPC has secured work orders worth INR 1,171.21 crore from Skymax Infra Power for EPC works and supply and installation at Orvakal Industrial Park in Andhra Pradesh. The projects, scheduled for completion by March 2027, include significant international procurement of plant and machinery, accounting for nearly 80 percent of the contract value. Execution will be carried out either directly or through the company's subsidiaries. With a history of delivering large-scale infrastructure and energy projects, Dharan Infra EPC's new contracts reflect its continued focus on expanding industrial and energy project capabilities in India.Read more

02 Sep 2025

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) conducted a review of infrastructure projects in Karnataka, Kerala, and Telangana during a recent meeting chaired by Secretary Amardeep Bhatia. Senior officials from central ministries, state governments, and project proponents participated in the discussions. The review covered projects worth several thousand crores, including issues related to Reliance Jio's 5G and 4G network expansion. The meeting particularly addressed concerns over pending forest and wildlife clearances in Telangana.Read more

02 Sep 2025

Mukand Sumi Special Steel Limited, a joint venture between Japan's Sumitomo Corporation and Jamnalal Sons of the Bajaj Group, has announced plans to develop a greenfield project in Kanakpura, Karnataka. The facility will be created with an investment of INR 2,345 crore and will focus on producing high-grade special steel for use across automotives, railways, energy, oil and gas, and bearings. The project will adopt a zero-discharge model and draw the majority of its power requirements from renewable sources.Read more

02 Sep 2025

The Maharashtra government has approved land acquisition for the INR 80,000 crore Maharashtra-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway, a project aimed at promoting tourism, transport, and rural development across 12 districts. The government has sanctioned a INR 12,000 crore loan from HUDCO to acquire around 7,500 hectares of land for the project, which will be executed by the MSRDC. This approval comes after a previous delay in land acquisition due to farmer protests in Kolhapur in 2023. The project is a key part of the state government's plan to boost the economy of the rural areas and connect the Shakti Peeths.Read more

02 Sep 2025

According to a report by Knight Frank India and NAREDCO, aerocities surrounding major Indian airports are set to become strong economic hubs. With air passenger numbers expected to rise further, non-aeronautical revenues from retail, hospitality, and leasing could touch USD 29.5 bn annually, up 26 percent from current levels. Airports developed under the PPP model already account for the majority of such income, and hubs like Delhi and Mumbai are matching international benchmarks in per-passenger earnings. Aerocities are now viewed as long-term growth engines, offering stable income, real estate development, and increased global connectivity.Read more

01 Sep 2025

The Mumbai civic body's repair work on the Jog flyover in Andheri, initially budgeted at INR 76 crore, now requires an additional INR 8 crore for strengthening the bridge's columns. This extra cost was recommended by a joint team from IIT and VJTI after new tests revealed a need for structural reinforcement. The BMC has approved INR 2 crore and is now asking the Public Works Department (PWD) to either undertake the work or cover the remaining costs. The project, which was initiated after a slab of the flyover's underpart fell on a car in July 2024, highlights the challenges of repairing aging city infrastructure.Read more

01 Sep 2025

Sardar Baug, a heritage garden in Ahmedabad, has been reopened to the public after a complete restoration carried out by UNM Foundation under its PRATITI initiative. Once known for its orchards and gatherings of freedom fighters, the garden had fallen into decline over the decades. The restoration has revived both its cultural and ecological identity with features such as a walking track, children's play area, amphitheatre, rose garden, and water bodies. It is now the eleventh garden developed under PRATITI, which maintains large public green spaces across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, and Daman.Read more

01 Sep 2025

The Rann of Kutch in Gujarat is emerging as a hub for India's renewable energy ambitions, drawing multi-billion-dollar projects from Adani Group and Reliance Industries. Adani is building the world's largest green energy park at Khavda, spanning 538 sq km, with 30 GW of solar-wind capacity-5.6 GW already operational and full capacity targeted within four years. Reliance is developing a 2,225 sq km single-site solar project, deploying 55 MW of modules daily with large-scale battery storage, aiming to meet 10% of India's power needs. With NTPC also planning 4.75 GW, Kutch's vast barren land, high solar radiation, and strong grid links make it ideal for large-scale renewable energy.Read more