13 Mar 2026

The Union Cabinet has approved a revised project cost of INR 3,630.77 crore to develop a road corridor connecting the upcoming Noida International Airport at Jewar with major expressway networks in the National Capital Region. The 31.42-km greenfield corridor will link the airport to the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway through the DND Faridabad-Ballabhgarh-Sohna spur. Around 11 km of the road will be elevated to ensure smooth traffic flow. The project aims to improve access from Delhi, Faridabad and Gurugram and support passenger and cargo movement once the airport begins operations.Read more

13 Mar 2026

Indian Railways has started a redevelopment programme for 12 stations along the Prayagraj Junction Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay (DDU) Junction corridor, aimed at improving passenger experience and operational efficiency. The initiative coincides with the construction of a third railway line designed for speeds up to 160 km/h. Redevelopment plans include modern station buildings, platforms dedicated to the third line, dual-entry access points, and upgraded foot over bridges. Early work at Karchana and Mirzapur stations, including new buildings and bridges, reflects progress on this significant corridor enhancement.Read more

13 Mar 2026

Indian Railways has sanctioned infrastructure and technology upgrade projects worth over INR 765 crore to modernise electric traction systems and strengthen communication networks across key railway corridors. The approved works include traction system upgrades on the Duvvada-Visakhapatnam-Vizianagaram section under East Coast Railway and the Raichur Guntakal section in the South Central Railway zone, both of which will shift from the existing 125 kV electrification system to a more advanced 225 kV configuration. In addition, the railways have cleared a project to expand the optical fibre communication network across the Vadodara and Mumbai Central divisions of Western Railway. The upgrades are intended to support higher freight loading, improve operational reliability, and strengthen the digital backbone required for modern railway signalling and safety systems such as Kavach.Read more

12 Mar 2026

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is actively securing bitumen supplies to ensure uninterrupted road construction amid conflict in West Asia that threatens imports. India consumes nearly 9 million tonnes annually, with around one third traditionally sourced from abroad. NHAI is coordinating with domestic refiners including IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL to lock in supplies and manage price fluctuations. Officials are also considering increasing local production and diversifying imports to Southeast Asian countries to reduce dependency. Rising global prices and logistical challenges are key concerns for ongoing highway projects.Read more

12 Mar 2026

Arunachal Pradesh has completed 1,254 out of 1,309 roads sanctioned under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), reaching about 96 percent progress in rural road development. The update was shared in the state Assembly by Rural Works Department minister Pasang Dorjee Sona. The remaining projects are mainly located in remote and difficult areas where construction has been affected by long monsoon seasons, landslides, terrain challenges and local land-related issues. The state government has requested the central government to extend the deadline until March 2027 and has also sought relaxation in eligibility norms to improve connectivity in smaller habitations.Read more

12 Mar 2026

The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to declare Madurai Airport as an international airport, a move aimed at improving global connectivity for southern Tamil Nadu. The decision is expected to support tourism, trade, and economic activity in and around Madurai, which is an important cultural and industrial centre in the region. Officials stated that the proposal was cleared considering the long-standing demand from local residents and businesses. The upgrade will allow airlines to operate more direct international services and strengthen the city's role in regional aviation and tourism development.Read more

12 Mar 2026

In Kolkata's Dum Dum area, ongoing road repair work has led to protests by local residents and environmental groups, who raised concerns over damage to trees and saplings. Concrete bases were reportedly placed around some trees, affecting their roots, while other saplings were uprooted. Activists argue that such actions violate National Green Tribunal and Calcutta High Court guidelines. They demanded immediate removal of concrete encasements and replantation of damaged saplings. Residents said repeated requests to protect trees during construction were ignored, highlighting tension between infrastructure development and urban greenery.Read more

12 Mar 2026

Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd (NMIAL), a joint venture between the Adani Group and City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO), has been named the premium airport partner for Airport 360 Expo 2026, scheduled to take place in Mumbai on April 23-24. The aviation industry event will bring together airport operators, policymakers, infrastructure planners and technology providers to discuss airport infrastructure, operations and emerging technologies. Through this partnership, NMIAL is expected to present insights from the development of Navi Mumbai International Airport and participate in discussions on passenger experience, operational efficiency and sustainable airport infrastructure in India.Read more

12 Mar 2026

The Vizhinjam Navaikulam Outer Ring Road project in Kerala is awaiting environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change for its revised alignment. The INR 8,000 crore project, part of the Bharatmala Pariyojana programme, aims to improve connectivity to the Vizhinjam International Seaport and ease regional traffic congestion. Earlier clearance was withdrawn after realignment to address ecological concerns. Once approved, authorities plan to start land acquisition and compensation for affected owners. Multiple procedural hurdles and alignment revisions have caused delays, but officials expect approvals to progress soon.Read more

12 Mar 2026

India's Global Capability Centres (GCCs) have evolved from cost-saving extensions of global operations into strategic engines shaping enterprise decisions, AI deployment, and innovation. Bengaluru, hosting over 875 GCCs and nearly 40% of India's GCC workforce, is now at the forefront of this transformation. The ET Edge GCC Summit 2026 in Bengaluru will explore how these centres are becoming AI-native, talent-driven hubs of enterprise value. Key discussions will cover strategic decision-making, responsible AI, cyber readiness, talent shifts, ESG integration, digital finance, and the changing workplace, highlighting India's leadership in the global GCC ecosystem.Read more