Gurugram News Desk

04 Feb 2026

Gurgaon's shift towards electric mobility in public transport remains uneven, with progress largely confined to e-cabs and electric autos. Over 20,000 electric commercial vehicles are registered in the city, but its entire public bus fleet continues to operate on CNG. Plans to introduce electric buses have been discussed for several years under national schemes, with Gurgaon expected to receive a large share of the proposed fleet. However, pending approvals and slow execution have delayed implementation, keeping large-scale public transport outside the EV transition.Read more

03 Feb 2026

Odisha's government has emphasized major infrastructure developments in Rourkela, focusing on upgrading the airport and expanding the Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP). The airport, currently with a 1,930 metre runway and limited passenger handling, is slated for a Category C upgrade to manage moderate traffic. RSP, producing 4.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), is planned to nearly double its capacity to 9.5 MTPA by 2030. A state central task force is actively monitoring progress, with multiple official visits and discussions signaling a renewed momentum for long-pending projects in the region.Read more

03 Feb 2026

The government has highlighted the effectiveness of the Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation (PRAGATI) platform in resolving critical bottlenecks across major infrastructure projects, including airports, metro systems, and railways. Launched in 2015 under the Prime Minister's office, PRAGATI enables real-time monitoring, progress review, and grievance redressal in collaboration with state governments and Union ministries. Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh confirmed that the platform has improved project completion, enhanced accountability, and helped control delays and cost overruns, marking a significant step in strengthening India's infrastructure project execution.Read more

03 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently renamed Adampur airport in Punjab after Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji, coinciding with the saint's birth anniversary, and virtually inaugurated the new terminal at Halwara airport in Ludhiana. Developed jointly by the Punjab government and Airports Authority of India at INR 54.67 crore, the terminal accommodates larger aircraft and up to 200,000 passengers annually. It features energy-efficient solutions and reflects Punjab's cultural heritage. The upgrades aim to strengthen regional connectivity, support industrial growth, and boost tourism, healthcare, and education across Punjab.Read more

Bangalore News Desk

03 Feb 2026

Bengaluru is revising its Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) to address the city's growing traffic congestion and changing travel patterns. The existing plan, approved in 2020, relied on outdated data collected before the city's rapid expansion and metro network growth. The new plan will integrate metro expansions, Parking Policy 2.0, Transit-Oriented Development, arterial road projects, and the impact of Kempegowda International Airport's Terminal 2. It aims to improve public transport usage, support pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, reduce congestion, and coordinate planning across key transport and civic agencies.Read more

03 Feb 2026

The government has constructed nearly four crore pucca houses for economically weaker sections over the last ten years, the President said in an address to Parliament. The housing effort continued during the past year, with around 32 lakh houses completed and handed over to beneficiaries. These homes were built mainly under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana across rural and urban areas. The initiative forms part of a broader push to improve living conditions, ensure basic amenities, and provide long-term housing security to low-income families across the country.Read more

03 Feb 2026

The Economic Survey for FY 2025-26 highlights that passenger fare revisions over the past five years have lowered Indian Railways' reliance on freight revenue. Freight's share in total earnings fell from 68% in FY 2023 to 65% in FY 2025, with projections of 62% in FY 2026. Despite this, freight profits continue to cover passenger losses, leaving an uncovered deficit of INR 5,257 crore. Improved operational efficiency, capacity expansion, and sustained demand from core sectors have kept freight loading above historical averages, while high rates and cross-subsidisation remain challenges for competition and cost control.Read more

Ghaziabad News Desk

03 Feb 2026

Ghaziabad's Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS), developed under the Smart City initiative, is fully complete but has not started operations due to delays in the official inauguration. Initially set to open in mid-December and later postponed to mid-January, the project remains inactive. Funded with INR 53 crore, it features cameras at 78 key junctions for traffic monitoring and violation detection. The municipal authorities have planned a local inauguration soon, while the formal ceremony will follow later. Political leaders have criticised repeated delays, noting public inconvenience and the taxpayer-funded nature of the project.Read more

03 Feb 2026

India has established its first mega shipbuilding cluster at Thoothukudi under a special purpose vehicle named National Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries Park, Tamil Nadu (NSHIP, TN), formed as an equal joint venture between V O Chidambaram Port Authority and SIPCOT. The project falls under the Union Cabinet-approved Shipbuilding Development Scheme worth INR 19,989 crore and features plug-and-play infrastructure across 2,000 acres with 2 km of waterfront. It aims to enhance commercial shipbuilding capacity, support industrial growth, generate large-scale employment, and build a self-reliant maritime ecosystem with globally competitive capabilities.Read more

Kolkata News Desk

03 Feb 2026

Kolkata Metro has stabilised Blue Line operations following a temporary approval from the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS) to allow trains to switch tracks at Kavi Subhash station. The southern terminal had been partially closed after cracks were detected in platform-supporting piers, forcing Shahid Khudiram station to act as the terminal despite lacking a crossover. Previously, trains could not depart Shahid Khudiram before the previous train completed its turnaround at Kavi Subhash, causing delays. With 172 daily trains now able to switch tracks efficiently, operational accuracy has reached around 98 per cent, improving commuter reliability.Read more