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NHPC has commenced construction activities for the 240 MW Uri-I Stage-II Hydroelectric Project in Uri, Baramulla district, Jammu & Kashmir. The project, approved at an investment of INR 2,708.95 crore, is being developed on the Jhelum River as an extension of the existing Uri-I scheme. Work began with the first blast for the head race tunnel in the past week. Designed as a run-of-the-river project, it will comprise two 120 MW units and is expected to generate around 932 million units of electricity annually upon completion.Read more

04 Jun 2026

A cyclonic storm that hit the desert region recently caused partial damage at the Bhadla Solar Park in Phalodi district, a 2.25 GW solar energy hub spread across around 56 sq km. The facility hosts over 10 million solar panels installed by multiple private and public companies. While authorities confirmed that only one plant faced disruption, local accounts suggest wider impact across nearby villages. Damage includes uprooted solar panels and affected electricity infrastructure. Restoration work is currently in progress as officials assess the full extent of losses and system disruption.Read more

04 Jun 2026

• Rajasthan currently has 81 infrastructure projects under implementation with a combined investment of INR 2.72 lakh crore.
• The projects are being monitored through the Project Monitoring Group (PMG) mechanism to address implementation bottlenecks.
• Key sectors include railways, roads, petroleum and natural gas, power, and urban infrastructure.
• The review focused on expediting clearances, resolving pending issues and improving coordination among stakeholders.Read more

04 Jun 2026

The long-delayed Kalyan–Badlapur highway expansion project continues to face significant hurdles more than a decade after work began, with key stretches remaining incomplete despite expenditure exceeding INR 100 crore. Land acquisition challenges, pending clearances, legal disputes and unfinished infrastructure have slowed progress on a corridor that serves as a major transport link for the rapidly growing Kalyan-Dombivli-Badlapur region. The delays have contributed to persistent traffic congestion, particularly at bottlenecks and bridge approaches, even as authorities pursue wider plans to improve regional connectivity through new highway infrastructure and road network upgrades.Read more

04 Jun 2026

• Odisha is preparing to launch 47 national highway projects worth INR 12,102 crore after completing 49 road infrastructure projects valued at INR 1,721 crore.
• The upcoming projects include bypasses, bridges and corridor upgrades aimed at improving regional and inter-district connectivity.
• A state-level review assessed the status of ongoing, tender-stage and pending highway works to accelerate implementation timelines.
• The planned investments form part of a broader effort to strengthen Odisha's transport network and support economic growth through improved road infrastructure.Read more

04 Jun 2026

• The extended section of the Mrinaltai Gore flyover in Mumbai is set to open on June 6, improving connectivity in the western suburbs.
• The project aims to streamline traffic movement in Goregaon and reduce congestion on key arterial routes.
• Officials expect significant reduction in travel time for commuters using the upgraded corridor.
• The upgraded infrastructure is also expected to ease peak-hour bottlenecks by diverting vehicular load from surrounding internal roads.Read more

Lucknow News Desk

04 Jun 2026

The Lucknow administration has approved 48 road construction and strengthening projects worth INR 11.66 crore in Sarojini Nagar under the Chief Minister Rapid Road Development Scheme. The works will cover nearly 10 km of internal and connecting roads across the constituency, aimed at improving local connectivity and easing commuter movement. The initiative also includes ongoing civic upgrades such as improved street lighting and infrastructure strengthening in several villages. Officials said the projects have been launched in phases to enhance road quality and address long-pending connectivity gaps in the area.Read more

04 Jun 2026

• KPIL and its international subsidiaries have secured new orders worth approximately INR 2,002 crore across power transmission & distribution, buildings & factories, and railways businesses.
• The contracts include overseas T&D projects, repeat orders in the construction segment and a metro rail-related railway project in India.
• The latest wins strengthen KPIL’s presence in key international markets while reinforcing its position across core infrastructure sectors and supporting future growth visibility.Read more

04 Jun 2026

Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) is expected to finalise a new 20-year master plan for Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) within the next two to two-and-a-half months, outlining the airport’s long-term infrastructure and operational strategy. The plan will account for evolving airline business models, changing market dynamics, passenger growth and future infrastructure requirements. The development comes as IGIA, India’s busiest airport, handled 78.7 million passengers during FY 2025-26 and continues to prepare for future capacity expansion. The master plan is expected to address terminal development, airside infrastructure and operational requirements while supporting Delhi’s ambition to strengthen its position as a major aviation hub amid increasing competition and changing traffic patterns.Read more

04 Jun 2026

• The long-pending four-laning of the Trichy–Karaikudi National Highway has been revived, with updated planning incorporating elevated corridor sections at critical congestion points.
• The project aims to upgrade the existing two-lane highway into a four-lane standard to improve regional connectivity in central Tamil Nadu.
• Detailed Project Report (DPR) preparation has reached an advanced stage, with alignment refinement and engineering studies underway for key stretches.
• The proposal includes two elevated corridors designed to bypass high-density traffic zones and improve safety and travel efficiency along the corridor.Read more