11 Feb 2026

Ceigall India has won a 220 MW solar project integrated with battery energy storage from Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Limited, valued at around INR 1,700 crore. Awarded through competitive bidding, the project will be developed at the Morena Solar Park in Madhya Pradesh at a tariff of INR 2.70 per kWh. With a construction timeline of 24 months and an operational life of 25 years, the project is expected to strengthen grid stability and contribute to the state's renewable energy capacity.Read more

11 Feb 2026

A report by Standard Chartered shows that Indian corporates are optimistic about the country's net-zero goals, with 83% having net-zero strategies and 93% investing in low-carbon solutions. Businesses expect a phased reduction of fossil fuel use over two decades and plan to increase investments in sustainable solutions in the next five years. Green and sustainability-linked bonds, along with carbon markets, are emerging as preferred financing tools. Corporates also see renewable energy and transport electrification as key to economic resilience, energy security, and environmental sustainability.Read more

11 Feb 2026

Crystal Crop Protection has acquired 31.06 acres of land and assets in Jhagadia, Gujarat, from Kurl-On Ltd for a new greenfield agrochemical manufacturing project. The company plans to invest around INR 100 crore over three years to build a fully automated plant producing formulations and technical products. With an initial capacity of 50,000 tonnes per annum, expandable to 120,000 tonnes, the facility will cater to domestic demand and exports to Asia and Africa. Strategic port access and Gujarat's industrial ecosystem influenced the location choice.Read more

11 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir is preparing for a significant expansion in hydro power generation, with total installed capacity expected to reach 7,314.85 MW by 2030-31. The government plans to add over 3,700 MW through projects under construction and at the proposal stage. While most existing projects are operating across Union Territory, central and private sectors, delays in some private developments have raised concerns over viability. The government has also reiterated that all villages are electrified, though some remote habitations and households still await power connections.Read more

11 Feb 2026

The new terminal building at Rajahmundry Airport in Andhra Pradesh is nearing completion and is expected to be inaugurated shortly, according to Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu. The project, being executed by the Airports Authority of India, is in its final stages, with officials asked to complete the remaining works within the targeted timeline. The upgraded terminal is aimed at improving passenger handling capacity, enhancing travel experience, and strengthening air connectivity for the Godavari region, especially ahead of increased tourist inflows.Read more

11 Feb 2026

The Delhi Meerut Namo Bharat RRTS corridor is nearing full completion and is expected to handle around 1.67 lakh passengers daily once fully operational. The 82.15 km line, developed by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation, is designed to reduce travel time between Delhi and Meerut to under an hour. Over 96 percent of construction has been completed, with more than 55 km already operational. The project is expected to ease road congestion and improve regional connectivity.Read more

11 Feb 2026

InfraKraft has signed an MOU with the Andhra Pradesh government to invest INR 50 crore in an integrated architectural manufacturing facility at Kuppam. Planned on a 3 lakh sq ft site, the facility will use Industry 4.0 technologies such as digital twins, advanced CNC machining, and additive manufacturing. The unit is expected to generate annual output of INR 200-250 crore and create around 1,400 jobs. It will function as a central hub connected digitally to designers in India and overseas.Read more

11 Feb 2026

Kolkata Metro has launched a comprehensive INR 585 crore modernisation and sustainability upgrade for a cluster of underground stations on its Blue Line, officials said. The project will see improvements in passenger facilities and service quality while introducing environmentally friendly technologies, including energy-efficient systems, waste management solutions and enhanced ventilation. Work will be carried out at multiple stations along the corridor, with plans to maintain operational continuity during the upgrade. Authorities said the initiative aligns with broader efforts to improve commuter experience and support low-carbon transit goals in the city's mass rapid transit network. The upgrade is expected to benefit daily commuters and strengthen the resilience of key urban transport infrastructure as Kolkata Metro responds to evolving demand and sustainability priorities.Read more

11 Feb 2026

India's national highways network has expanded to 1,46,572 km, reflecting steady growth in road infrastructure over the past decade. The expansion includes a sharp rise in four-lane and wider highways, along with a significant increase in access-controlled expressways. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has attributed this progress to planned corridor development under the PM Gati Shakti framework. Studies cited by the government indicate improved travel efficiency, reduced logistics time, and better access to markets, healthcare, and education in districts connected by upgraded highways.Read more

11 Feb 2026

Daily ridership on Pune Metro has stabilised at about 200,000 passengers over the past four months, indicating that commuter adoption has reached a plateau following the opening of new sections and service extensions, officials said. The figure reflects sustained use of the rapid transit system despite expectations of further growth as additional corridors are completed. Transit authorities noted that ridership had climbed steadily in earlier months as new stretches were commissioned, and the current stability is seen as a consolidation phase ahead of future expansions. Pune Metro's ridership stability underscores its emerging role as an important component of the city's public transport network, even as last-mile connectivity and feeder services remain key to driving further increases.Read more