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

12 Mar 2026

Bhopal Metro's Orange Line has entered its underground construction phase with tunnel boring machines (TBMs) positioned for excavation. Spanning nearly 15 kilometers from Karond intersection to AIIMS Bhopal, the line combines elevated and subterranean sections. Work is focused near high-density urban areas including Bhopal Railway Station, Nadra Bus Stand, and Pul Bogda, where precise tunnelling is required. Officials expect the twin tunnels to be completed in the coming months. This development follows the opening of the elevated Subhash Nagar AIIMS stretch and is part of a larger two-line metro plan to improve connectivity and reduce congestion.Read more

12 Mar 2026

Solex Energy has received approval under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy's Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework for its 3.78-gigawatt solar module manufacturing facility in Surat, Gujarat. The listing confirms that the company's solar modules meet the government's quality and reliability standards for use in domestic solar projects. The ALMM mechanism is aimed at strengthening India's solar manufacturing ecosystem and ensuring energy security. Solex Energy said the approval supports its clean energy ambitions as it plans to significantly expand its solar module manufacturing capacity to 15 GW with an estimated investment of about INR 8,000 crore.Read more

12 Mar 2026

Noida International Airport at Jewar in Uttar Pradesh has received its aerodrome licence, bringing the project close to starting operations. Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu informed the Rajya Sabha that the airport is expected to be inaugurated soon and flight services could begin within the next two months. The greenfield airport is being developed to improve aviation capacity in the National Capital Region and nearby parts of Uttar Pradesh. In the first phase, the airport will operate with a single runway and a passenger terminal designed to handle about 12 million passengers annually.Read more

12 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra government has assured the state assembly that the long-delayed Patra Chawl redevelopment project in Goregaon will be completed and houses will be handed over to eligible residents. The 47-acre project, which involves rehabilitation of 672 tenant families, has remained stalled for nearly 18 years due to redevelopment delays, investigations and legal disputes. Legislators raised concerns over incomplete work and residents' protests. The government stated that documentation related to the project has been processed and meetings will be held with stakeholders to resolve pending issues. Authorities will also examine complaints regarding construction quality before handing over flats.Read more