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10 Jul 2026
India and Indonesia have reaffirmed their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Jakarta, announcing a broad roadmap to deepen cooperation across defence, maritime security, trade, critical minerals, digital connectivity and infrastructure. The two countries agreed to strengthen economic engagement, enhance connectivity through port and air links, expand collaboration in strategic sectors and promote regional stability. Several agreements were exchanged during the visit, reflecting the shared commitment to advancing bilateral ties and supporting sustainable economic growth.Read more
10 Jul 2026
Chongqing Construction Engineering Group has announced that one of its subsidiaries, as part of a consortium, has secured a construction project valued at approximately CNY 1.1 billion (around USD 161.86 million). The latest contract adds to the company's order book and reflects its continued participation in large-scale infrastructure and construction projects in China. The company has regularly won major engineering contracts through its subsidiaries and consortium partnerships, supporting its execution pipeline and strengthening its presence in the country's construction sector.Read more
10 Jul 2026
The Amaravati Growth Infrastructure Corporation Ltd (AGICL) has invited bids for the construction of the official residence of the Chief Justice in Amaravati at an estimated cost of nearly INR 14 crore. The project forms part of the Andhra Pradesh government's ongoing capital city development programme and includes a two-storey residential bungalow with associated services and landscaping. The tender adds to the pipeline of judicial and administrative infrastructure projects currently under execution in Amaravati, supporting the phased development of the state's institutional and governance precinct.Read more
09 Jul 2026
Yuexiu Property has announced that one of its subsidiaries will acquire a 70.3% effective interest in Hangzhou Binfeng Real Estate Development as part of its ongoing expansion strategy. The total consideration for the transaction includes an equity payment of RMB 363.6 million along with other components. The acquisition is expected to strengthen the company's presence in Hangzhou, one of China's key property markets. Yuexiu Property has continued to pursue selective investments in high-potential projects while maintaining its focus on expanding its development portfolio.Read more
09 Jul 2026
Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra signed a one-time settlement agreement in New Delhi resolving decades-old payment and cost-sharing issues linked to the Narmada Award and the Sardar Sarovar Project. The pact was signed in the presence of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah and Union Jal Shakti Minister Shri C R Patil, along with the chief ministers of all four states. The agreement addresses outstanding compensation and rehabilitation-related dues tied to submergence and land acquisition under the project.Read more
09 Jul 2026
• The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) plans to widen roads along the Kharicut canal into three-lane corridors to improve traffic flow and strengthen connectivity across the city's eastern neighbourhoods.
• The road expansion forms part of a larger redevelopment programme that integrates canal rejuvenation, drainage upgrades and lake interlinking to improve urban infrastructure and flood management.
• By utilising the Kharicut canal corridor as a mobility route, the civic body aims to ease congestion on existing arterial roads while enhancing access to residential, industrial and commercial areas.
• The project reflects AMC's integrated urban planning approach, combining transport infrastructure, water management and public space development to support Ahmedabad's long-term growth and improve the city's resilience to future urban challenges.Read more
09 Jul 2026
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will consult experts from IIT Bombay and the University of Mumbai to study the causes of tree falls across the city after recent monsoon incidents. Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide said ongoing road concretisation cannot be solely blamed for uprooted trees, citing multiple contributing factors such as ageing trees, heavy rainfall, strong winds and soil conditions. The civic body plans to adopt a scientific approach to strengthen urban tree management and improve public safetyRead more
09 Jul 2026
Heavy rainfall triggered flash floods and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, causing extensive damage to homes, roads, vehicles and public infrastructure while disrupting connectivity across several areas. Overflowing streams inundated residential settlements, prompting rescue and restoration efforts by local authorities. Road links were blocked by debris and damaged culverts, affecting transportation and access to remote villages. Officials have begun assessing losses as the India Meteorological Department has warned of continued heavy rainfall across parts of the Union Territory.Read more
09 Jul 2026
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has reported 62 violations of pollution control norms across construction and demolition (C&D) sites, industrial units and diesel generator set operations in the National Capital Region (NCR) during inspections conducted between June 14 and June 30. The findings were reviewed during the Enforcement Task Force's 134th meeting held in the past week. Authorities carried out 173 inspections, including checks at C&D sites, industrial clusters and diesel generator installations. Following compliance verification, seven resumption orders were issued for construction sites, with two granted in Uttar Pradesh and five in Haryana. The CAQM said enforcement agencies had acted on all identified violations and reiterated the need for strict compliance with environmental regulations and stronger inter-agency coordination to improve air quality across the NCR.Read more
09 Jul 2026
• DTDC Express has commissioned Bharat One, a new integrated logistics hub in Rathiwas, Haryana, to strengthen freight movement and improve network efficiency across North India.
• The facility has been designed with advanced automation and can process up to 2,500 tonnes of shipments daily, enabling faster sorting, consolidation and distribution.
• Strategically located near key industrial and consumption centres, the hub is expected to improve connectivity across northern and western markets while supporting growing demand from e-commerce, manufacturing and retail sectors.
• The project forms part of DTDC's long-term infrastructure expansion strategy aimed at building a technology-driven and future-ready logistics network across India.Read more
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09 Jul 2026
Uttarakhand's temple towns remain central to the state's religious, cultural and tourism identity. Home to revered shrines, ancient monasteries and sacred riverfronts, these destinations continue to attract pilgrims throughout the year while preserving centuries-old traditions. During FY2025-26, the state government advanced pilgrimage infrastructure through road upgrades, ropeway projects, riverfront improvements and heritage conservation initiatives. Together, these temple towns showcase how faith, history and modern infrastructure continue to coexist across Uttarakhand's Himalayan landscape.Read more
09 Jul 2026
• The Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) has officially scrapped the proposed greenfield township project at Makhmalabad, ending a long-running plan that faced sustained opposition from farmers and landowners.
• The proposed 753-acre township was conceived under the Smart City initiative to support the city's future expansion through planned infrastructure development.
• The project remained stalled due to legal challenges, public resistance and administrative delays before being formally withdrawn.
• The decision removes uncertainty for affected landowners and allows the civic body to focus on alternative urban development priorities.Read more
09 Jul 2026
The proposed INR 1,618 crore Bhopal–Vidisha four-lane highway project has remained stalled for more than eight months, despite receiving clearance from the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC), as it continues to await approval from the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet. The 45-km project aims to widen State Highway-18, improving connectivity between Bhopal, Vidisha and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sanchi, while reducing travel time and easing congestion. The prolonged delay has affected commuters, tourism and regional development, with road users continuing to rely on longer alternative routes.Read more
09 Jul 2026
• The Kerala government and the Adani Group are working to resolve differences over the proposed sale of a 49% stake in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited to MSC Group's Terminal Investment Limited (TiL).
• The state government has maintained that its prior approval is mandatory under the concession agreement before any change in shareholding can take effect.
• Adani has since approached the state seeking formal approval while clarifying that the proposed transaction does not alter the ownership of the port or its concession rights.
• Both sides are now engaged in discussions aimed at ensuring the investment proceeds within the framework of the concession agreement.Read more
09 Jul 2026
• Authorities have begun enforcement against unauthorised constructions within the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of Sultanpur National Park, issuing the first round of notices to alleged violators after a joint field inspection.
• Joint teams from the forest, wildlife, town planning, pollution control and public health departments verified residential, commercial and farmhouse properties to assess compliance with environmental regulations.
• Officials have indicated that demolition action will initially target under-construction buildings, while legal proceedings against completed structures will continue in accordance with applicable regulations.
• The drive forms part of a broader effort to curb encroachments and protect the ecological integrity of the Ramsar-designated wetland and its surrounding buffer zone.Read more
09 Jul 2026
The Tiruchirappalli Corporation's IBT link road project, designed to connect the Panjapur Integrated Bus Terminus with key state and national highways, is expected to be completed only by early 2028. Delays in land acquisition, pending railway approvals and the absence of administrative sanction for the final phase have slowed construction. While work is progressing on the first two phases, officials are addressing project bottlenecks to improve connectivity and support traffic movement around the city's new transport hub.Read more
09 Jul 2026
Property intelligence platform Landeed plans to invest around INR 30 crore during FY27 to strengthen its artificial intelligence capabilities, expand state-level coverage and enhance its property intelligence platform. The real estate technology startup will invest in graphics processing unit (GPU) infrastructure, specialised language models, Indic optical character recognition (OCR), document intelligence and customer acquisition. Backed by investors including Y Combinator, Draper Associates and Bayhouse Capital, the company recently launched Terra, an AI-powered platform built on more than 773 million land and property records across 26 states and four Union Territories to support property due diligence and decision-making for banks, developers, legal professionals and other stakeholders.Read more
09 Jul 2026
The Haryana government has approved infrastructure and procurement proposals worth INR 340.84 crore following meetings of the High Powered Purchase Committee (HPPC) and High Powered Works Purchase Committee (HPWPC), chaired by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. The approved projects include roads, sewage treatment plants, drainage systems, sewer networks and power infrastructure across Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonipat and Panchkula. Following negotiations with bidders, the government reduced the overall project cost from INR 355.95 crore, generating savings of approximately INR 15.11 crore. The approvals also include procurement of electrical equipment for state power utilities and laboratory infrastructure for the dairy sector.Read more
09 Jul 2026
Mumbai recorded more than 1,100 tree fall incidents during the first six days of July, exceeding the total reported across each of the previous three monsoon seasons. Civic officials attributed the unprecedented spike to gale-force winds reaching up to 78 kmph, driven by an active monsoon system. The incidents have disrupted road and rail transport, damaged residential and commercial properties, interrupted power supply in several areas and resulted in fatalities and injuries. The surge has intensified scrutiny of the city's urban infrastructure, tree management practices, emergency response systems and public safety preparedness during the monsoon.Read more
09 Jul 2026
• The UK construction sector remained in contraction in June 2026, with the S&P Global UK Construction PMI improving marginally to 38.4 from 38.2 in May, indicating a slightly slower pace of decline.
• Commercial construction showed signs of stabilisation and new orders rose to a three-month high, boosting optimism that market conditions could improve in the coming months.
• Housebuilding recorded its steepest decline of 2026, while civil engineering activity fell to its sharpest contraction since April 2020, driven by delayed infrastructure projects and fewer public-sector tenders.
• Despite 18 consecutive months of employment declines, the sector benefited from easing input cost inflation and improved subcontractor availability, offering some relief to construction firms amid challenging market conditions.Read more
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