23 Mar 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has rejected a proposal seeking an additional cost escalation of around INR 7.9 crore for the Goregaon flyover extension project. The matter was placed before the civic standing committee by the administration, but members did not grant approval and asked for further examination. The committee has directed that a site inspection be conducted before reconsidering the proposal. The flyover project has already seen multiple revisions in its overall cost over time, and concerns related to delays and planning have led to closer scrutiny of further expenditure requests.Read more

23 Mar 2026

A parliamentary panel has flagged uncertainty around the Chabahar Port project due to changing geopolitical conditions and US sanctions on Iran. While India has already completed its committed investment of USD 120 million, no fresh budget allocation has been made for the upcoming financial year. The port remains strategically important for India's trade access to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. However, evolving global policies, regional tensions, and the status of sanctions waivers have raised concerns about the project's continuity and future operational clarity.Read more

23 Mar 2026

The central government has approved the construction of a four-lane access-controlled stretch of National Highway-927 in Uttar Pradesh with an investment of INR 6,969 crore. The 101.5 km project between Barabanki and Bahraich will be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode. It aims to reduce travel time to nearly one hour, improve road safety, and enhance connectivity to the India Nepal border. The project will also strengthen links to major highways, generate employment, and support regional economic activity, especially in trade and logistics.Read more

Pune News Desk

23 Mar 2026

Pune Municipal Corporation has approved an INR 126 crore flyover at Mundhwa junction to reduce congestion at one of the city's busiest traffic points. The 1.08 km structure will improve connectivity between Kharadi, Mundhwa, and nearby residential areas. Planned in coordination with a proposed metro corridor, the project aims to avoid future disruptions. With no land acquisition required and encroachments already cleared, execution is expected to be smoother. A pedestrian underpass has also been approved, while a railway flyover proposal remains under review due to technical challenges.Read more

23 Mar 2026

The Nashik Municipal Corporation has extended the deadline for completing utility works on 28 key roads linked to the 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela. The move allows additional time for laying underground infrastructure such as water pipelines, drainage lines, gas pipelines, and optical fibre networks before road construction begins. These roads are part of a larger infrastructure push worth around INR 1,270 crore aimed at improving connectivity across Nashik and Trimbakeshwar. The extension reflects coordination challenges among agencies, while ensuring that roads are not repeatedly dug up after completion.Read more

Delhi News Desk

23 Mar 2026

The Delhi High Court has granted SpiceJet four additional weeks to deposit INR 144 crore in its ongoing dispute with Kalanithi Maran and KAL Airways. The airline's request to submit property worth about INR 148 crore instead of cash was rejected. SpiceJet cited liquidity pressure due to reduced operations on Gulf routes amid West Asia tensions. The case stems from a 2015 share transfer deal and has seen multiple legal proceedings, with courts consistently directing the airline to comply with monetary obligations.Read more

22 Mar 2026

Returnable plots were allotted to farmers who contributed land for the Seed Axis Road in Amaravati. In an e-lottery held earlier this week at the APCRDA office in Rayapudi, 17 plots were allocated to 10 farmers from Undavalli village. The allotment included both residential and commercial plots. The process was conducted transparently through an online randomisation system in the presence of farmers, followed by a trial run and live draw. Provisional certificates were issued, and officials advised beneficiaries to complete registration and seek assistance for plot identification.Read more

Gurugram News Desk

22 Mar 2026

Authorities in Gurugram have intensified action against illegal housing units in Palam Vihar, ordering sealing of properties and disconnection of utilities such as water and electricity. The move follows directions from the Punjab and Haryana High Court and complaints from residents about violations of building norms. Several plots were found to have multiple unauthorised units beyond permitted limits. Officials also flagged irregularities in approvals and registrations. With stricter enforcement now underway, the action is expected to impact property owners and tenants while addressing long-standing planning violations in the area.Read more

Ghaziabad News Desk

22 Mar 2026

The Ghaziabad Development Authority collected only about 50% of its compounding fee target for the current financial year, highlighting a shortfall in a key revenue stream. Against a target of around INR 103 crore, the authority managed to collect nearly INR 52 crore across its zones. Compounding fees are charged for minor deviations in building plans. Alongside this, the authority also lagged in mutation processing performance on the state dashboard. Officials have linked the shortfall to operational challenges and are planning corrective steps to improve collections and efficiency.Read more

Bangalore News Desk

22 Mar 2026

The Karnataka government has requested the Centre to review building height restrictions around key aviation zones in Bengaluru, stating that they are affecting real estate development and limiting efficient land use. Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar raised the issue with Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, seeking flexibility similar to other metro cities. The restrictions impact multiple airport and defence-linked areas, reducing the feasibility of vertical projects. The state is also working on long-term infrastructure plans, including a second airport and urban expansion measures.Read more