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The Maharashtra government has approved infrastructure projects worth INR 47,600 crore, marking a major push towards strengthening transport connectivity and supporting long-term urban development. The investment spans multiple sectors, including roads, urban infrastructure and public transport, with projects aimed at improving mobility, reducing congestion and accelerating regional economic growth. The approvals underscore the state's continued focus on infrastructure-led development to support industrial expansion, attract investment and enhance the quality of urban infrastructure.Read more

Chennai News Desk

3 hours ago

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is progressing with the modernisation of Chennai International Airport, with the remaining works expected to be completed by December 2026. The infrastructure upgrade is designed to expand passenger handling capacity, improve operational efficiency and enhance passenger facilities. Despite delays caused by the pandemic and adverse weather, the project has advanced significantly. Once fully completed, the expanded airport is expected to strengthen Chennai's position as a major aviation hub in southern India and support future growth in domestic and international air traffic.Read more

Pune News Desk

4 hours ago

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has identified 12 priority road projects that it plans to complete over the next year to strengthen the city's road connectivity and ease congestion. The initiative focuses on constructing long-pending "missing links" that interrupt traffic flow across several neighbourhoods. By completing these stretches, the civic body aims to reduce travel time, improve connectivity between major corridors and create a more efficient urban road network while addressing bottlenecks caused by incomplete infrastructure.Read more

6 hours ago

Battery manufacturer Highstar has introduced a battery cell portfolio designed for artificial intelligence data centres (AIDCs), targeting power backup and energy storage across multiple infrastructure layers. Announced at the 2026 GGII Energy Storage Industry Summit in China, the solution includes battery cells for uninterruptible power supply (UPS), high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems, battery backup units (BBUs) and grid-side energy storage. The company said the portfolio combines lithium-ion and sodium-ion technologies to address increasing power density, thermal management and lifecycle requirements associated with AI-driven computing infrastructure. Highstar also participated in the launch of an industry report on AIDC power supply development and received recognition for its contribution to energy storage technologies.Read more

11 hours ago

State-owned NBCC (India) Ltd has secured project management consultancy (PMC) contracts worth about INR 109 crore for infrastructure projects in Jammu & Kashmir and Odisha. The assignments include the construction of a horticulture laboratory complex in Srinagar and hostel facilities at educational institutions in Odisha. The new orders strengthen NBCC's project portfolio in the public infrastructure segment and reflect continued government investment in research and education-related facilities.Read more

12 hours ago

The Union Cabinet has approved a multi-tracking railway project worth INR 1,264 crore to strengthen the Ballari-Guntakal corridor spanning Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The project will add around 46 km of railway lines, improve network capacity, ease congestion and support faster movement of passengers and freight. Scheduled for completion by 2028-29, the initiative is expected to enhance connectivity for nearly seven lakh people across 99 villages while supporting industrial logistics and regional economic development.Read more

Pune News Desk

28 Jul 2026

Pune Metro Line 3 has achieved a major milestone after the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) approved the first 13-km section of the corridor for passenger operations. The cleared stretch connects Maan with the R.K. Laxman Museum station forms part of the 23-km Hinjewadi-Shivajinagar Metro line. With the mandatory safety certification now secured, the project has entered its final operational stage, and commuter services are expected to begin after the completion of statutory and administrative formalities.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

28 Jul 2026

The Ministry of Defence has declined to transfer a parcel of defence land required for the proposed mega rail terminus at Kandivali, creating a fresh hurdle for the infrastructure project. The land was considered crucial for the planned terminal, which is intended to decongest Mumbai's existing railway stations and improve suburban and long-distance rail operations. The decision is expected to prompt railway authorities and the Maharashtra government to explore alternative solutions for advancing the project.Read more

28 Jul 2026

An IndiGo flight travelling from Dubai to Mumbai made a precautionary emergency landing at Rajkot International Airport after suspected smoke was detected in the aircraft's cargo hold. The flight, carrying 194 passengers and crew members, landed safely after airport authorities declared an emergency. All passengers were evacuated without any injuries, while the airline's technical team began inspecting the aircraft to determine the source of the smoke. Officials confirmed there was no fire on board, and the incident was handled according to standard aviation safety procedures.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

28 Jul 2026

Mumbai's Sewri-Worli Elevated Connector is expected to miss its earlier completion target, with the project now likely to open in early 2027. The revised timeline reflects delays in executing critical engineering works on one of the city's most significant road infrastructure projects. Once operational, the connector will provide a direct link between the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (Atal Setu), the Bandra-Worli Sea Link and the Coastal Road, improving east-west connectivity and easing traffic movement across Mumbai.Read more