Gurugram News Desk

22 Feb 2026

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) in Gurugram has recently conducted an enforcement drive to dismantle illegal colonies and unauthorised structures across multiple locations after receiving public complaints. The operation, carried out over several days, saw foundation-level constructions, boundary walls and internal roads removed in areas including Sadhrana, Bohra Kalan, Jamalpur and Sector 89, where work was halted at early stages to discourage further unauthorised development. In addition to clearing encroachments on agricultural and revenue land, an unapproved site office within a licensed residential colony was also demolished. Police personnel supported the enforcement teams to maintain order during the proceedings. Officials stressed that sustained action will continue to curb unplanned expansion and urged prospective buyers to verify project licences before investing, as part of efforts to protect homebuyers and uphold urban planning norms.Read more

21 Feb 2026

Tamil Nadu's interim budget has set out the State government's near-term economic and industrial priorities, with a clear focus on manufacturing and infrastructure-led growth. A key announcement is the plan to introduce a dedicated shipbuilding policy aimed at attracting large investments and strengthening the maritime ecosystem. The budget also earmarks significant funds for industrial development while addressing fiscal pressures faced by the State. Alongside industry, allocations continue for social sectors, reflecting the government's attempt to balance growth, welfare spending, and financial discipline during an election year.Read more

Noida News Desk

21 Feb 2026

The Noida Metro Rail Corporation will redraw the detailed project report for the Greater Noida West metro corridor, reducing Phase 1 to just four stations instead of the 11 originally proposed, local authorities said earlier this week. The decision follows recent approval of the Aqua Line extension from Botanical Garden to Sector 142 by the Union Cabinet, prompting a reassessment of priorities and connectivity strategies. Under the revised plan, the first phase will terminate at Greater Noida Sector 4 (Gaur Chowk) with intermediate stops including Sector 61 (interchange with Delhi Metro), Sector 70 and Sector 123, offering a more focused initial stretch for commuters. The remainder of the corridor may be developed later by NMRC or integrated into future rapid transit projects, and the fresh DPR will be submitted to government bodies for clearances. The adjustment underscores ongoing planning efforts to synchronise metro expansion with broader regional transport networks and commuter demand in Noida and Greater Noida.Read more

21 Feb 2026

The Adani Group has outlined a plan to invest USD 100 billion, equivalent to about INR 8.4 lakh crore, to build renewable energy-powered data centres designed for artificial intelligence across India by 2035. The programme aims to expand its data centre capacity from 2 GW to 5 GW and is expected to trigger additional investments of around USD 150 billion in allied infrastructure. The initiative will rely on large-scale renewable power, support domestic AI innovation, and strengthen India's data and computing backbone.Read more

Lucknow News Desk

21 Feb 2026

The Lucknow Metro has introduced a QR code-based ticketing system that allows commuters to book metro tickets through a mobile app and at stations, aiming to simplify travel and reduce queues. Launched at Hazratganj Metro Station by the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) Managing Director, the system enables passengers to book tickets via the official Lucknow Metro Official mobile application on Android and iOS, or obtain printed QR tickets at ticket vending machines (TVMs) and counters across all stations. Once booked, tickets can be scanned at Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) gates marked with yellow strips for entry and exit. Additional features include UPI payment support at QR-enabled machines, while traditional token services remain available on other TVMs. Officials described the initiative as a step toward digital, faster and more convenient urban travel.Read more

Kochi News Desk

21 Feb 2026

France's CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container shipping company, is set to formalise a shipbuilding contract with India's Cochin Shipyard Ltd for six liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered container vessels worth about USD 300 million, marking the first time a global liner has placed such an order in India. Each vessel will have a capacity of about 1,700 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) and be built with technical cooperation from a Korean partner. The deal follows an earlier Letter of Intent and comes amid government support for specialised shipbuilding.Read more

21 Feb 2026

Colliers India expects global capability centres (GCCs) to drive as much as 40-50% of India's Grade A office space demand across the top seven cities over the next few years, supported by strong economic growth and improving global trade linkages. US-headquartered firms continue to dominate GCC leasing, accounting for nearly 70% of space taken up since 2020, although demand from the UK and European Union is projected to rise steadily. According to the consultancy, annual GCC leasing could scale up to 35-40 million sq ft as trade agreements with the US, EU and UK reduce market entry barriers and encourage multinational firms to expand India operations across technology, BFSI, engineering and consulting. This shift is expected to further entrench GCCs as a core driver of India's office market.Read more

21 Feb 2026

Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has started constructing a construction and demolition (C&D) waste processing facility costing INR 11.7 crore on a 9 acre site at Hanchya Sathagalli, near the Outer Ring Road. The plant will process around 100 tonnes of C&D waste daily, addressing a significant portion of the city's 500 tonnes of daily solid waste. Preparations include site groundwork, collection of debris, and deployment of tippers. The project also aims to reduce illegal dumping and improve recycling ahead of a Union ministry cleanliness survey scheduled for mid-March.Read more

21 Feb 2026

Corium has introduced its 2026 Italian seating trends to the Indian market, unveiling a new sculptural seating portfolio that places comfort, fluidity and lived-in luxury at the centre of contemporary home design. Curated around evolving lifestyles, the collection spans sofas, sectionals and lounge chairs that combine generous proportions, soft curves and refined detailing. Rather than positioning furniture purely as functional elements, the range approaches seating as an immersive experience, designed to encourage longer, more relaxed use. Each piece reflects Italian design sensibilities rooted in comfort engineering, modular flexibility and visual restraint, while catering to Indian homes seeking expressive yet practical luxury. The collection reinforces Corium's focus on translating Italian craftsmanship into furniture that is designed to be actively lived in, not merely displayed.Read more

21 Feb 2026

As Global Capability Centres (GCCs) evolve from cost-arbitrage units to strategic enterprise partners, governance models are emerging as critical enablers of sustained success. Industry leaders say governance should function not as a control mechanism but as a clarity-driven framework aligning global strategy with local execution. Clear decision rights, accountability structures and transparent performance forums help bridge the gap between headquarters intent and operational delivery. According to Alouk Kumar, CEO and MD of Inductus Group, effective governance synchronises intent and delivery while fostering trust between global and local teams. As GCCs expand into innovation, digital transformation and risk management, governance must evolve from activity-based oversight to outcome-oriented stewardship, supporting agility, talent retention and long-term enterprise value creation.Read more