22 Jan 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has signed an MOU with AM Green Group to set up a 1 gigawatt data centre in Greater Noida with an investment of USD 25 billion. The project, announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos, will be developed in phases, with the first phase starting in 2028 and full capacity targeted by 2030. The carbon-free facility will house around 5 lakh chipsets and support AI, high-performance computing, global hyperscalers, and Indian developers.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Chandigarh's Deputy Commissioner and Estate Officer has set a firm March deadline to complete the digitisation of the city's property records. The project, which began last September, has already scanned around 16 lakh estate office papers and 17 lakh sub-registrar office records, but more work remains to meet the deadline. The digitisation process includes scanning, proofreading, verification, and quality checks. Officials are closely monitoring progress to ensure accuracy and timely completion. Once done, this digital repository will improve transparency, simplify access, and speed up property record retrieval for citizens and departments.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Central Railway has proposed shifting select long-distance trains from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Dadar to Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Panvel to ease pressure on Mumbai's suburban network. The move is expected to free up train paths on the Main line, allowing around 15 additional local services, including during peak hours. The plan includes rerouting five train pairs and rescheduling six others, along with increasing train lengths to carry more passengers. Railways estimate this could benefit 40,000 to 50,000 commuters daily. The proposal is awaiting Railway Board approval and is aimed at improving efficiency while balancing suburban and long-distance travel needs.Read more

21 Jan 2026

KP Green Engineering has secured fresh confirmed orders worth INR 248.2 crore across renewable energy, transmission, industrial, and infrastructure segments. The new contracts include solar module mounting structures, transmission towers, railway crash barriers, and pre-engineered building components. With these additions, the company's total confirmed orders declared during the month have reached around INR 1,067.2 crore, including a large order disclosed earlier. The company expects to complete execution of these orders by March 31, 2026, supporting diversified revenues and higher manufacturing utilisation.Read more

21 Jan 2026

The Indian government is set to reintroduce the build-operate-transfer (BoT) toll model for nearly half of its national highway projects in the upcoming fiscal year, covering around 5,000km with an estimated investment of INR 75,000 crore. Officials said a revised master concession agreement (MCA) will make the model more investor-friendly by improving revenue predictability and providing better exit and compensation options. Key projects, including the Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot corridor, will lead this initiative. The government expects this move to attract private funding and accelerate highway expansion across multiple states.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Delhi's Public Works Department (PWD) is planning to redevelop the Delhi Gate junction on Asaf Ali Road with an investment of INR 4.6 crore. The project will convert the heavily trafficked intersection into an organised urban space featuring a central landscaped island, seating, a fountain, paved walkways, a children's play area, a skating rink, and parking facilities. The plan covers the stretch between Netaji Subhash Marg and Asaf Ali Road, and the contractor will manage clearances, soil tests, as-built drawings, and progress reporting while ensuring smooth traffic flow.Read more

21 Jan 2026

GIFT City is emerging as a preferred gateway for global financial institutions looking to access Indian markets and establish a base for Asia-Pacific operations. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, GIFT City MD and Group CEO Sanjay Kaul highlighted rising global interest driven by India's strong economic growth, stable governance, and regulatory framework aligned with international standards. He said global players see GIFT City as a structured entry route into India and, over time, as a centre for conducting international transactions within Indian jurisdiction.Read more

21 Jan 2026

National Real Estate Development and Investment Company recorded a net profit of 427,052 Rials for the full fiscal year. The results reflect the company's steady focus on expanding its residential and commercial property portfolio while managing costs efficiently. Analysts observe that these outcomes demonstrate consistent performance despite challenging market conditions. The company's strategic investments and disciplined development approach have contributed to sustainable profitability. Overall, the annual results reinforce National Real Estate Development's position as a stable player in the real estate sector.Read more

21 Jan 2026

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has introduced a new rule linking unpaid tolls and user fees on national highways to vehicle no-objection certificates (NOCs) for key services such as renewal of registration and insurance, ownership transfer and fitness certification. Under the revised Central Motor Vehicles Rules, vehicles with recorded but unpaid highway user fees will face denial of NOCs, a measure aimed at reducing toll evasion ahead of the nationwide rollout of a Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) barrierless tolling system. The provision comes barely a month before MLFF implementation on selected stretches of the National Highway network, where physical toll barriers will be removed and tolls collected electronically. Officials have said a portal will be launched to allow motorists to raise disputes and settle unpaid charges before NOC actions are taken, reflecting an effort to balance enforcement with due process.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu used a global platform at Davos to outline his vision of developing Amaravati into the world's best city, inviting international investors to partner in the effort. He highlighted India's demographic advantage, strong national leadership and growing global confidence in the country's economy. Naidu said Andhra Pradesh is moving faster than ever, with a renewed focus on speed of doing business. He also underlined India's future role as a global talent hub and a leader in green energy.Read more

21 Jan 2026

Sonepur railway station in Bihar is slated for a major upgrade under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with redevelopment work already more than half complete. The project aims to transform the station into a modern passenger hub with facilities similar to those found at airports, improving convenience, accessibility and safety for commuters. Works include a new station facade, expanded foot overbridge, upgraded passenger amenities, a second exit and renovation of multiple platforms. The redevelopment also incorporates enhanced lighting, digital information systems, landscaped areas and improved waiting and seating areas. Indian Railways hopes the makeover will strengthen Sonepur's role as a key transport centre and align with broader efforts to modernise stations across the country under the national scheme. Completion of remaining works will further elevate the station's status within the East Central Railway division.Read more

21 Jan 2026

The Prime Minister unveiled and laid foundation stones for multiple rail and road infrastructure projects in West Bengal with a total investment exceeding INR 3,250 crore. The initiatives focus on improving passenger travel, strengthening freight movement, and enhancing links between the state and the North-East. Key highlights include the launch of India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, new Amrit Bharat Express services, railway line expansions, maintenance facility upgrades, and a major national highway widening project in north Bengal aimed at reducing travel time and logistics costs.Read more

20 Jan 2026

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has completed the restoration and widening of a 9.3-kilometre stretch of the Delhi-Meerut Road between Meerut Tiraha and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway at Duhai and handed it back to the Public Works Department (PWD). The road has been widened from 7 metres to 10.5 metres on both sides, along with the construction of nearly 6 km of drains to prevent waterlogging. The upgraded stretch runs below the operational Namo Bharat corridor and is expected to improve traffic flow and safety.Read more

20 Jan 2026

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is expanding the Aerocity metro station on the Airport Express Line to develop it into a key interchange hub for Delhi-NCR. The station will connect the Airport Express Line with the Tughlakabad-Aerocity Golden Line under Phase 4 and is also planned to integrate with a future NCR Transport Corporation corridor towards Alwar. Approval has been granted to extend the Golden Line to Terminal 1 of IGI Airport, improving airport access for south Delhi and strengthening regional connectivity.Read more

20 Jan 2026

A Guwahati-based luxury hospitality company, Mayfair Spring Valley Resort, has secured the official catering contract for India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, marking a first for a Northeast-based firm in premium rail services. The contract was awarded in partnership with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) ahead of the inaugural service between Howrah in West Bengal and Kamakhya (Guwahati) in Assam. The on-board menu has been curated to showcase regional cuisine from West Bengal and Assam, with dishes such as basanti pulao, Assamese joha rice, seasonal vegetable preparations and traditional sweets, designed for overnight travel comfort using locally sourced ingredients. The Vande Bharat Sleeper service is equipped with modern amenities across fully air-conditioned berths and aims to significantly reduce travel time while providing enhanced comfort and regional culinary experiences.Read more

20 Jan 2026

GAIL (India) Ltd has completed the 694-kilometre Mumbai-Nagpur Natural Gas Pipeline, marking a first-of-its-kind integration of a high-capacity gas pipeline within a narrow utility corridor along Maharashtra's Samruddhi Mahamarg expressway. Built largely inside a three-metre-wide strip, the project showcases the potential of the PM GatiShakti framework to align transport and energy infrastructure while minimising land acquisition and social impact. Despite complex engineering challenges, including difficult terrain in the Western Ghats and multiple statutory clearances, the pipeline is nearing full operational readiness. With significant implications for city gas distribution, cleaner fuel adoption and industrial growth across Maharashtra, the project is now being viewed as a blueprint for future multi-utility corridor development in India.Read more

20 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has launched India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of the country's rail network. The fully air-conditioned sleeper service was flagged off from Malda Town railway station in West Bengal and will operate between Howrah in West Bengal and Kamakhya (Guwahati) in Assam, aiming to reduce travel time on the busy eastern corridor by around 2 hours compared with existing services. The train is designed to offer an airline-like experience with modern onboard amenities at economical fares and is part of a broader package of rail and road infrastructure projects worth over INR 3,250 crore unveiled by the prime minister during his visit. The service is expected to boost connectivity, support tourism and improve long-distance travel options for passengers in the region.Read more

20 Jan 2026

JSW Infrastructure reported an 8.7 per cent year-on-year increase in its consolidated net profit for the December quarter of FY26, supported by higher income and growth in cargo volumes across key ports. The country's second-largest private port operator posted a net profit of INR 364.85 crore for the October-December period, compared with INR 335.62 crore a year earlier. Total income rose to INR 1,409.38 crore, while expenses declined to INR 962.97 crore, aiding profitability. Cargo handled during the quarter increased 8 per cent to 31.7 million tonnes, driven by strong performance at the South West Port and Dharamtar Port. The company also saw an improvement in third-party and domestic cargo volumes, underscoring operational momentum.Read more

20 Jan 2026

Three Indian entrepreneurs have launched LNK Energy, a next-generation integrated clean energy platform, with an initial investment of INR 10,000 crore planned over five years. The company will start with a 6 GW solar cell and module plant in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra, and expand into green fuels, including green hydrogen, and renewable energy generation. LNK Energy aims to support sustainable industrial growth, energy security, and domestic clean-energy development. Co-founders emphasized combining scale, technology, and capital discipline to create a long-term, fully integrated energy platform.Read more

20 Jan 2026

Indian Railways has completed the widening of four platforms at Ghaziabad railway station in Uttar Pradesh to address chronic congestion and enhance passenger movement, particularly during peak hours. The Railway Board said the upgrade forms part of ongoing efforts to improve safety, comfort and operational efficiency at one of the country's busiest junction stations. The project involved expanding the width of Platform Nos 5/6 and 3/4 by several metres over substantial lengths to accommodate higher footfall and reduce crowding. Officials stated that the widened platforms were finished within the planned timeline and will contribute to smoother boarding and deboarding as well as overall station handling capacity. The work reflects the broader focus of Indian Railways on enhancing infrastructure at key stations to support growing passenger demand and travel comfort.Read more