30 Nov 2025

The Centre has approved two rail infrastructure projects worth INR 2,781 crore aimed at improving connectivity in Gujarat and Maharashtra. The plan includes doubling the 141-km Okha-Kanalus line and adding the 3rd and 4th tracks along the 32-km Badlapur-Karjat stretch. Together, the works will add around 224 km to the rail network and support nearly 585 villages with a population of about 3.2 million. The projects are expected to ease freight movement, meet rising suburban demand and contribute to reduced emissions through improved network efficiency.Read more

30 Nov 2025

Maple Infrastructure Trust has acquired five toll road assets from Ashoka Concessions Limited and associated entities, adding over 2,100 lane kilometres to its existing portfolio. This expands the trust's holdings from two assets covering 1,212 lane kilometres to seven assets totaling 3,328 lane kilometres, marking a 1.7-fold growth. The acquired roads span West Bengal, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha, including the strategically important Dhankuni-Kharagpur toll road in West Bengal. These projects lie along key economic corridors such as the Golden Quadrilateral and the East-West Corridor, enhancing connectivity and supporting trade.Read more

30 Nov 2025

The UK government has approved Heathrow Airport's 49 billion pound (USD 64 billion) expansion plan, prioritizing it over Arora Group's smaller proposal. The plan, including a new runway, motorway rerouting, and terminal construction, is expected to be operational by 2035, with planning consent by 2029. Recent government support for other UK airport projects demonstrates a continued focus on aviation growth. Heathrow's owners welcomed the decision but seek regulatory clarity, while airlines express concerns about potential higher charges to fund expansion. The project also faces scrutiny regarding environmental and air quality regulations.Read more

30 Nov 2025

L&T has renamed its data-centre arm from L&T Cloudfiniti to Larsen & Toubro-Vyoma, reflecting a strategic focus on digital infrastructure. Vyoma aims to leverage L&T's engineering expertise to offer scalable, sustainable, and AI-ready data-centre solutions. The company plans to establish hyperscale facilities in cities including Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru to meet growing demand for high-performance computing and data storage. The move aligns with the rapid growth of India's digital economy, cloud adoption, AI workload expansion, and data?localisation requirements.Read more

30 Nov 2025

CMRL is planning to introduce 28 six-car trains by 2028 to increase capacity on its main corridors. These trains will carry up to 1,800 passengers, reducing waiting times and easing peak-hour congestion. Current monthly ridership exceeds one crore, with further growth expected due to Phase I extensions and Phase II development. Stations are prepared for longer trains, with upgrades like platform screen doors planned. The trains will be built domestically and equipped with technology for future driverless operation, addressing both immediate and long-term commuter needs.Read more

30 Nov 2025

Indian retail real estate is moving into a transformation phase, driven by rapid urbanisation, surging retail space demand and a clear shift towards sustainability and smart technology. With India's green building footprint now exceeding 13 billion sq. ft., developers are increasingly viewing energy-efficient design as a direct contributor to profitability and long-term asset value. Simultaneously, the emergence of IoT-based systems, advanced analytics and intelligent retail infrastructure is redefining operational models across malls and retail parks. Industry leaders believe the future will rely on low-impact, high-experience environments where sustainability and technology work hand in hand.Read more

29 Nov 2025

The Gorakhpur-Pilibhit Express has now been extended to Izzatnagar in Bareilly, strengthening rail connectivity across eastern and northern Uttar Pradesh. The extension was launched virtually by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw along with Minister of State Jitin Prasada. Officials said the new link will support commuters, farmers, students, and traders across the Terai region. The service, which earlier operated only up to Pilibhit, will now run on a longer route but will discontinue its earlier stretch between Daliganj Junction and Lucknow Junction. The move aligns with ongoing railway upgrades across the state.Read more

29 Nov 2025

Kolkata Metro has announced extended weekday operations on the Purple Line, increasing services from 80 to 84 and expanding operating hours from 6.40 am to 9.26 pm. The first train will depart Joka at 6.40 am and Majherhat at 7.03 am, with the last trains leaving at 9.05 pm and 9.26 pm respectively. Officials said the earlier start and later close will benefit commuters using Eastern Railway's Majherhat station by improving interchange options. Weekend timings remain unchanged, with services running only on Saturdays. The 7.75-km Joka-Majherhat stretch will eventually connect to Esplanade, where the Purple Line will integrate with the Blue and Green lines to enhance central Kolkata's connectivity.Read more

29 Nov 2025

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has deployed 82 anti-smog guns across its construction sites as part of its dust-control measures. The agency has also made these machines mandatory in all civil contractor agreements. This development came in the same period when the Municipal Corporation of Delhi issued fines worth INR 3.8 lakh over alleged violations on a stretch near Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, which DMRC contested, stating that only a small section of that road falls under its work. The initiative aligns with Delhi's updated rules for anti-smog systems at large commercial buildings.Read more

29 Nov 2025

Bihar Chief Shri Minister Nitish Kumar reviewed the Danapur-Bihta elevated corridor and the Sherpur-Dighwara Ganga bridge this week and asked officials to speed up the remaining work. Authorities briefed him that construction on both projects is progressing without major hurdles. The Danapur-Bihta corridor is planned to improve access between Patna, NH-922, Koilwar bridge and the upcoming Bihta International Airport. The Sherpur-Dighwara bridge will link with JP Ganga Path, offering a smoother route towards Chhapra, Siwan, Gopalganj and Hajipur, helping reduce traffic inside Patna.Read more

29 Nov 2025

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is developing a new rating mechanism to evaluate contractor performance across National Highways projects. A concept note proposes classifying contracts into three value tiers-from INR 100-300 crore, INR 300-1,000 crore, and above INR 1,000 crore-with ratings conducted annually. EPC and HAM projects will be assessed together, while BOT projects will be rated separately due to differing risk structures. Joint venture partners with over 26% stake will share the project's rating, and contractors involved in multiple projects will receive consolidated scores. MoRTH has invited feedback within 21 days, continuing its push for greater transparency, digital oversight and accountability in highway development.Read more

29 Nov 2025

Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation has drawn up a proposal for a 3 km network of underground pedestrian tunnels to improve connectivity at the Science Centre (Worli) and BKC stations of Metro Line 3. The plan includes a 1.4 km tunnel linking BKC station with the upcoming bullet train terminal, and two tunnels at Worli measuring 1.1 km and 500 m. Each tunnel will be around 5 metres wide and will include escalators and elevators. The INR 250 crore project will be funded by MMRC and BMC, supported by TOD incentives, and is targeted for completion by 2029-30.Read more

29 Nov 2025

Work on the 3.2-km, four-lane elevated corridor between Teynampet and Saidapet is visibly picking up pace. With 40 of 91 piers in place, the highways department has started installing steel spans (ranging from 11 m to 30 m) brought in from Mumbai and Gujarat. Of the 91 pillars, 69 are being built over the underground metro corridor, which helps speed up the foundation work. However, delays persist near Nandanam and Teynampet due to high-voltage power-line relocation and soil-stabilisation issues. Earlier optimism for a public opening before Pongal has given way to a revised target of end-March.Read more

28 Nov 2025

The Madras High Court has issued notices to the Union Government, the Tamil Nadu Government and Chennai Metro Rail Limited after a petition sought a revised detailed project report (DPR) for the long-pending Madurai Metro project. The petitioner, a first-year law student, argued that the earlier DPR no longer reflects Madurai's expanded urban footprint, rising population and growing institutional hubs such as the High Court Bench, AIIMS Madurai and major healthcare centres. He said the city now meets the population criteria under the Metro Rail Policy, 2017, and that outdated 2011 census data should not determine eligibility. The plea seeks preparation of an updated DPR, with the court asking authorities to respond soon.Read more

28 Nov 2025

Union Road Transport Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari reviewed progress on the 1,350-km Delhi-Mumbai Expressway during a visit to Surat, stressing efforts to expedite completion of the country's largest highway project. The expressway will cut travel time between Delhi and Mumbai to about 12 hours from the current 24. Major stretches in Haryana, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh are already operational, with work in Gujarat and Maharashtra advancing steadily. Gadkari said minor technical issues were being resolved and quality checks, green cover development and engineering upgrades were ongoing. He highlighted future plans for electric trucks and buses on the corridor, which is expected to boost exports, tourism and connectivity across five states.Read more

28 Nov 2025

The National Green Tribunal in Pune has imposed a penalty of INR 29.68 lakh on Wadgaon Budruk RMC plant for continuing operations despite a closure order issued by MPCB in June 2024. Complaints by a local resident highlighted health risks to nearby residents, a school, and a bakery. The plant violated siting norms and operated without valid consent, even after electricity disconnection. The penalty will fund environmental restoration, and the plant is now shut. The order underscores the importance of regulatory compliance and citizen vigilance.Read more

28 Nov 2025

Western India is emerging as a major hub for last-mile logistics, supported by upgraded air and road connectivity, expanding airports in tier II/III cities, and a growing multimodal infrastructure. The region's adoption of hybrid fleets, urban warehouses, and micro-fulfilment centres is improving delivery efficiency and reliability. E-commerce shipments reached 5 billion in FY25, growing at 29% CAGR since FY19. Tier II cargo share has risen to 24%, and national highways and rural roads have significantly expanded, enabling faster same-day and next-day deliveries across key urban and suburban markets.Read more

28 Nov 2025

The Maharashtra government has approved the detailed project report and phase I implementation plan for the Uttan-Virar Sea Link, a large regional connectivity project valued at INR 58,755 crore. The plan covers a 24.35 km sea bridge and 30.77 km of connecting roads, forming a 55.12 km corridor. The state will extend INR 11,116.27 crore as non-interest support, while the remaining funds will be raised by MMRDA and external borrowings. The proposal follows earlier revisions that had significantly reduced the project's earlier estimated cost.Read more

28 Nov 2025

The Panvel-Karjat suburban rail corridor, which has now crossed over 80% physical progress earlier this week, is moving into its final construction phase, marking a decisive moment for connectivity across the extended Mumbai Metropolitan Region. With MRVC confirming rapid advancement in tunnels, bridges, stations, track work and interlocking systems, the route is set to improve suburban mobility and reduce pressure on existing lines. Industry leaders noted that the corridor, supported by MTHL, NMIA and ongoing node development, is expected to accelerate residential, commercial and plotted development demand across Panvel, Chikhale, Mohape, Chowk and Karjat.Read more

28 Nov 2025

Tanzania is preparing to restart construction of the long-delayed Bagamoyo Port in December after more than a decade of postponements. Officials confirmed that equipment has begun moving to the project site, where work will start with 14 berths before expanding to 28. The port will be dredged to about 20 metres and will handle ships carrying up to 25,000 containers. The project will anchor a 9,800-hectare special economic zone linked by rail and road networks. Earlier agreements had stalled, but renewed government negotiations since 2021 have moved the plan forward.Read more