31 Jan 2026

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has appointed Aarvee Engineering Consultants Limited to prepare the master plan for the new Hathras Urban City, covering nearly 4,000 hectares. The plan, expected to be completed in nine months, will guide the city's growth until 2041, emphasizing industrial, residential and infrastructure development. Hathras, with over 10,000 existing MSME and cottage industry units, is planned as a potential satellite town of Agra. The project also aims to boost employment, exports and agro-based and manufacturing sectors, aligning with broader Yamuna Expressway Phase II plans.Read more

31 Jan 2026

Railway infrastructure in Uttarakhand is making steady progress, with the 27.45 km Roorkee Deoband line now ready for commissioning, featuring new stations at Banhera Khas and Jhabrera. The 125.2 km Rishikesh Karnaprayag rail project is advancing rapidly, with 12 stations, 35 bridges, and 17 tunnels, and major tunnels nearly 94% complete. Redevelopment of Harrawala, Roorkee, and Kotdwar stations is also underway under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Officials emphasized timely preparation for Ardh Kumbh travel to ensure smooth facilities for devotees and passengers, reflecting sustained focus on strengthening regional rail connectivity.Read more

31 Jan 2026

As global capability centres (GCCs) continue to scale in size and scope, a quieter shift is taking place in early-stage innovation. Nano GCCs compact teams typically comprising 20 to 100 professionals are emerging as disproportionately effective engines for idea generation, experimentation and problem-solving. Their strength lies not in scale, but in intent, agility and proximity to decision-making. Free from heavy governance structures and layered approvals, these small teams are better positioned to challenge assumptions, explore uncertainty and test feasibility at speed. With overlapping roles, direct leadership involvement and lower costs of failure, nano GCCs are increasingly being used by enterprises as discovery units within a broader innovation portfolio. Their growing relevance suggests that meaningful innovation often begins in focused, low-profile environments rather than large, formalised centres.Read more

31 Jan 2026

GreenFortune Windows & Doors has rebranded as IndiFrame, marking a strategic shift aimed at building a trusted, consumer-facing windows and doors brand in India's largely unorganised fenestration market. Backed by funding of USD 5.55 million from a mix of global and Indian investors, IndiFrame seeks to introduce standardisation, performance-led products and end-to-end accountability in a segment dominated by fragmented local players. The rebrand reflects a structural separation between GreenFortune's materials-led business and IndiFrame's finished products and solutions offering, allowing sharper focus on homeowner needs. Operating across multiple states with pan-India execution capabilities, IndiFrame positions itself as a vertically integrated brand, controlling design, manufacturing, installation and after-sales service. The company aims to offer India-specific solutions tailored to local climatic and usage conditions, while expanding gradually across multiple materials beyond uPVC.Read more

31 Jan 2026

The Andhra Pradesh government has extended the Layout Regularisation Scheme (LRS) application deadline to April 23,2026, following multiple requests from citizens and real estate stakeholders. The scheme, aimed at regularising unauthorised plots in municipal and master plan areas (excluding Amaravati), has seen nearly 62,000 applications in the last six months. Applicants must pay a minimum fee of INR 10,000 and follow online submission procedures. Authorities have strengthened anti-bribery measures, fixed 15-day processing timelines, and linked LRS funds to local infrastructure improvements, while unregularised plots face strict restrictions including penalties and potential demolition.Read more

Delhi News Desk

30 Jan 2026

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has unveiled plans to install automated real-time monitoring systems for sewage treatment plants (STPs) that supply treated water to almost 100 public parks across the city. The initiative aims to enhance the quality and reliability of treated wastewater used for irrigation and greenery maintenance, reducing dependence on manual checks and improving oversight of critical water-treatment parameters. Systems will continuously track indicators such as biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand, total suspended solids, pH and treated water output, officials said. The authority has invited expressions of interest for the project, with bids expected from firms capable of deploying modern wastewater treatment technologies. The parks involved span multiple localities, and plant capacities range from small to medium-sized units. The move is designed to bolster park maintenance and support environmental goals by ensuring consistent and high-quality treated water is available for landscaping and public use.Read more

30 Jan 2026

The Madurai railway division has reported strong operational performance and financial results for the year to the end of December, achieving high punctuality rates and increased earnings, officials said. The division operated a large number of mail, express and passenger trains with punctuality exceeding 97 per cent, ranking it among the top performing divisions in the national network. Total revenue reached approximately INR 1,026 crore, reflecting growth across passenger, freight and non-fare segments. The division served tens of millions of passengers during the period and operated special trains to meet peak travel demand. Significant infrastructure works, including track renewals, level crossing eliminations and redevelopment of major stations, were highlighted as part of ongoing improvements. The division also completed full electrification of key sections and recorded strong freight operations, contributing to overall operational efficiency and service reliability.Read more

30 Jan 2026

RDB Infrastructure and Power has announced that its board will consider a proposal to list the company's equity shares on the National Stock Exchange, in addition to its existing listing on the BSE. The decision will be taken at a board meeting scheduled early next week. The development comes at a time when the diversified RDB Group is expanding its presence in the renewable energy space, having recently acquired a majority stake in a solar-focused entity. The company reported moderate revenue and profit growth during the first half of FY26, reflecting steady performance across its business verticals. With operations spanning power, infrastructure, logistics, retail and real estate, the proposed NSE listing is expected to improve market visibility and access to a wider investor base as the group strengthens its footprint in clean energy.Read more

Delhi News Desk

30 Jan 2026

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated infrastructure projects worth INR 327 crore targeting the city's jhuggi-jhopri (JJ) clusters, aiming to improve sanitation, lanes, and public facilities. Of the total allocation, INR 144 crore worth of work has already been awarded. The projects include public convenience complexes and cement concrete lane development. The government highlighted efforts to involve residents, particularly women, in planning and implementation. Officials stressed that these projects recognize the contribution of JJ residents to Delhi's growth and are intended to ensure development benefits reach the last mile.Read more

30 Jan 2026

India's civil aviation sector continues to expand steadily, driven by supportive policies, rising demand and infrastructure growth, the Economic Survey said in the past week. The country, now the world's third-largest domestic aviation market, handled over 412 million passengers in FY25, with traffic expected to reach 665 million by FY31. While airport numbers have more than doubled since 2014, India still has low airport density, highlighting growth potential. Passenger and cargo traffic remain resilient, though domestic demand showed some moderation during part of 2025.Read more