28 Nov 2025

Bisleri International and the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation have jointly launched a citywide plastic waste management project featuring a new Material Recovery Facility and a first-of-its-kind Plastic Recycling Museum. The initiative aims to improve plastic collection, segregation, and recycling while increasing public awareness on responsible disposal. The museum, built from recycled materials, includes exhibits explaining the recycling process and a signature installation made from 2,000 recycled bottles. The partnership also plans to place 70 recycled plastic-cap benches across the city, supporting the broader goal of reducing landfill waste and strengthening community engagement.Read more

28 Nov 2025

Pictures of a surface crack on Haiderpur flyover in Delhi circulated on social media, prompting immediate action from the PWD. The department said the crack resulted from minor settlement due to box-pushing work underneath, part of the Mukarba Chowk underpass project, and assured that structural integrity remained unaffected. Repairs were completed on the same day, restoring traffic flow. This incident highlights routine surface damages during construction operations and reinforces the need for ongoing structural audits on ageing flyovers to maintain safety while supporting city infrastructure upgrades.Read more

28 Nov 2025

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has initiated a major cleaning drive on busy city roads and the MIDC area to reduce dust and air pollution. Under the guidance of Municipal Commissioner Dr. Kailash Shinde and Additional Commissioner Sunil Pawar, all eight departments are actively participating. Roads such as Thane Belapur Marg, Amra Marg, and main MIDC streets are being cleared of accumulated soil using brooms, flipper machines, and mechanical vehicles, followed by washing with treated sewage water. Dust suppression foggers are deployed at busy intersections, and vigilance teams monitor construction and industrial sites.Read more

27 Nov 2025

Laser Power & Infra has received utility project orders worth INR 836 crore from NTPC, Kanpur Electric Supply Company (KESCo) and Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. The projects fall under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme and involve supplying the company's in-house manufactured power cables, conductors and system-strengthening materials. KESCo awarded the largest share, followed by NTPC and JDVVNL. The company, which recently filed IPO papers to raise INR 1,200 crore, continues to expand its position in India's power distribution industry, supported by integrated manufacturing facilities in West Bengal.Read more

27 Nov 2025

BC Jindal Group has formalised an agreement with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to develop a 150 MW round-the-clock renewable energy project. The capacity was secured through a reverse auction at a tariff of INR 5.07/kWh. This project forms part of SECI's larger 1,200 MW RTC renewable energy programme, for which bidding had been opened last year. The initiative reflects the company's continued participation in India's renewable energy expansion. The PPA between the two parties now sets the stage for project execution under SECI's RTC mandate.Read more

27 Nov 2025

East Central Railway is planning smart parking hubs at six stations in the Danapur division, with a total capacity for 21,500 vehicles. Stations like Patna Junction and Danapur will have capacities ranging from 1,500 to 6,000 vehicles. The DPR, currently in preparation, includes modern amenities such as air-conditioned vending halls, escalators, lifts, WiFi, digital payments, real-time tracking, and CCTV surveillance. The initiative aims to address growing passenger and vehicle traffic, reduce congestion near stations, and provide organised, safer, and convenient parking solutions.Read more

27 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Metro Railway Corporation (Maha?Metro) is preparing to issue tenders for five elevated stations on the Thane Internal Ring Metro Railway Project (IRMRP). This construction covers a 6 kilometre stretch including Dongripada, Vijay Nagari, Waghbil, Waterfront, and Patlipada stations, with a potential sixth station at Manpada or Kashinath Ghanekar depending on land availability. Officials aim to start partial operations on this stretch before the full corridor is ready. The larger 29 km, 22 station project, costing around INR 12,200 crore, is backed by the state and central governments with plans for additional revenue through asset monetisation.Read more

26 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis has laid out a plan for all significant infrastructure projects in Mumbai to be completed by 2032, aiming for full city transformation within five to seven years. He emphasised work on sea-link extensions, new tunnels, free-flow bridges, and link roads to reduce congestion on the Western Express Highway. The metro network is to be built within five years, while public transport will be electrified. Sewage treatment upgrades and green zones in Dharavi form part of his wider environmental goals.Read more

26 Nov 2025

Northern Railway's Jammu Division has allotted multi-purpose stalls at key stations including Katra, Pathankot, Sopore and Anantnag through a large e-auction. The digital auction, led by Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Uchit Singhal, generated the division's highest non-fare revenue and is expected to bring in around INR 2.80 crore over the next five years. The upcoming stalls will offer daily-use items and travel essentials, with officials highlighting the transparent process and its role in supporting local businesses while improving commuter convenience.Read more

26 Nov 2025

Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) has started work on the detailed project report (DPR) for its Phase?III extension, linking Aluva to Angamaly through Kochi airport. The DPR, awarded to Systra MVA Consulting India at about INR?1.3?crore, is expected within six months. Preparatory work includes soil testing, topographic surveys, and temporary land marking. The 17.5 km corridor will feature both elevated and underground sections. Public feedback will be invited to align planning with community expectations. Earlier approvals and planning studies support technical and financial feasibility of the project.Read more