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21 Jun 2026
Western Railway's long-awaited Jogeshwari terminus, Mumbai's fourth long-distance rail terminus, is expected to commence Phase I operations by June 2026, with the full facility scheduled for completion by March 2027. The INR 76.48 crore project, being developed at the existing auxiliary terminal yard in Jogeshwari East, was originally slated for completion in December 2024 but faced repeated delays owing to contractor changes, land acquisition challenges, and administrative hurdles. Once fully operational, the terminus is projected to handle up to 24 long-distance trains daily, significantly easing congestion at Dadar, Bandra, and Mumbai Central.Read more
21 Jun 2026
Authorities in Varanasi have demolished around 150 buildings as part of the ongoing Dalmandi road widening project aimed at improving connectivity between key religious and commercial areas of the city. The demolition drive forms part of a larger infrastructure initiative designed to ease congestion and facilitate movement between the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and surrounding localities. While officials maintain that compensation and rehabilitation measures are being implemented, the project has drawn objections from some affected property owners and traders over acquisition and demolition proceedings.Read more
21 Jun 2026
Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) and media infrastructure company SIMCA Advertising Ltd has secured a contract worth INR 15.26 crore from a leading financial services client, providing revenue visibility for FY27. The order comes as the company builds on strong financial performance reported for FY26, when revenue from operations grew 74.7 per cent year-on-year to INR 127.22 crore. SIMCA currently serves 124 clients across sectors through a portfolio of 210 media assets comprising traditional billboards and digital advertising inventory.Read more
21 Jun 2026
CRC Group will fly more than 75 business families from Noida on the inaugural commercial flight from Lucknow to Noida International Airport on June 15, 2026, marking the commencement of commercial operations at the greenfield airport. The initiative is intended to highlight the economic significance of the airport and its expected impact on Noida, Greater Noida, the Yamuna Expressway corridor and western Uttar Pradesh. The developer stated that the event will bring together entrepreneurs, industrialists, investors and business leaders to commemorate a project widely viewed as a major infrastructure catalyst for the region. The airport is expected to support growth across logistics, manufacturing, hospitality, warehousing, tourism and real estate while strengthening regional connectivity and investment prospects.Read more
21 Jun 2026
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta approved a package of projects worth over INR 1,000 crore on 24 May 2026 to accelerate Yamuna rejuvenation and strengthen the capital's water management infrastructure. The approvals, being executed in mission mode under the state government's Yamuna clean-up drive, cover the installation of 12 new decentralised sewage treatment plants in the Najafgarh region, upgradation of the Keshopur Sewage Treatment Plant, rehabilitation of a major trunk sewer line in East Delhi, and a new push on rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge across the city.Read more
21 Jun 2026
The Government of Kerala, through Infoparks Kerala, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Inductus Group to strengthen the state’s Global Capability Centre (GCC) and information technology ecosystem. The partnership aims to position Kerala as a preferred destination for multinational corporations seeking to establish development centres and GCC operations in India. The collaboration will focus on promoting the state’s talent base, digital infrastructure, innovation ecosystem and business environment to global enterprises. The agreement follows strategic initiatives led by the state’s Electronics and Information Technology Department to attract large and mid-sized multinational companies. The partnership is expected to support investment inflows, generate employment opportunities and reinforce Kerala’s position within India’s expanding GCC landscape.Read more
21 Jun 2026
Bengaluru-based Punt Partners has joined Anthropic’s Claude Partner Network (CPN) through its AI-powered product ShelfRadar.AI, becoming part of the inaugural cohort selected under the network’s Services Track. ShelfRadar, a decision intelligence platform built on Anthropic’s Claude AI infrastructure, helps consumer brands analyse and act on data from quick commerce platforms such as Blinkit, Zepto and Swiggy Instamart. The partnership provides the company access to Anthropic’s technical ecosystem, training programmes and enterprise AI resources. The development comes as India’s quick commerce sector continues to expand, creating increasing demand for tools that can help brands manage inventory, pricing, visibility and operational decisions across multiple platforms and markets.Read more
21 Jun 2026
The Ministry of Railways has approved the Champa–Korba Third Line Project in Chhattisgarh at an estimated cost of INR 755 crore to strengthen rail connectivity in one of India’s most important coal-producing regions. The project will add a third railway line along a key freight corridor connecting major coalfields with the national rail network. The capacity augmentation is expected to support rising coal production, improve freight movement efficiency, enhance passenger train operations and contribute to the country's growing energy requirements while generating additional railway revenue.Read more
21 Jun 2026
Tata Realty & Infrastructure Ltd. (TRIL) has announced that Intellion Park Chennai, formerly known as Ramanujan IT Park, has achieved WELL Core Platinum certification across all its buildings from the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). The certification makes it India’s largest WELL Core Platinum-certified campus and among the largest globally to secure WELL certification across an entire multi-building office development. The commercial campus has also been recognised as India’s first IFC EDGE Zero Carbon-certified development. The achievement comes amid increasing demand from global capability centres (GCCs) and multinational corporations for office spaces that meet international sustainability, wellness and environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. The certification evaluates factors including air quality, thermal comfort, lighting and acoustics, which are linked to occupant wellbeing and workplace productivity.Read more
21 Jun 2026
Bolt.Earth and ChargeZone have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance electric vehicle charging accessibility through an interoperable charging network spanning more than 1,500 fast-charging locations across India. The collaboration will enable electric vehicle users to locate, access and pay for charging services across both networks through a single application, reducing dependence on multiple platforms. The partnership combines ChargeZone’s public fast-charging infrastructure with Bolt.Earth’s peer-to-peer charging ecosystem, covering urban centres, highways and intercity corridors. Industry participants view interoperability as a critical component in supporting India’s expanding electric mobility ecosystem and improving convenience for both personal and commercial EV users.Read more
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21 Jun 2026
• Schneider Electric and Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) have announced a global collaboration to co-develop next-generation AI data center infrastructure.
• The partnership fuses Foxconn's expertise in advanced compute platforms and server manufacturing with Schneider Electric's leadership in energy management and specialized cooling technologies.
• The initiative targets physical AI data center bottlenecks by introducing modular designs, closed-loop energy optimization, and repeatable reference architectures.Read more
21 Jun 2026
Consumer-tech platform Speedioo has raised INR 10 crore in a seed funding round led by Atomic Capital, marking its first institutional investment. The Pune-based company plans to utilise the capital to develop an AI-native technology platform, expand distribution across key markets, strengthen OEM partnerships and scale its dealer and retail network. Speedioo reported more than fivefold growth in revenue over the past 12 months while remaining EBITDA and cash flow positive. The company has recorded gross merchandise value (GMV) of INR 30 crore and sold over 4,000 vehicles. With more than 200 dealer partners across Bengaluru, Mumbai and Pune, Speedioo is targeting over INR 100 crore in annual recurring revenue (ARR) within the next 12 to 18 months while expanding into additional cities and strengthening its position in India’s largely unorganised used two-wheeler market.Read more
20 Jun 2026
• Inox Wind Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Inox Clean Energy to supply 1,500 MW of wind turbines for renewable energy projects across India.
• The agreement covers the deployment of Inox Wind’s 3.3 MW and 4X MW turbine platforms, supporting Inox Clean Energy’s expanding renewable energy pipeline.
• Following the MoU, Inox Wind’s order book has surpassed 4.5 GW, strengthening its medium-term execution visibility.
• Inox Clean Energy is targeting an operational renewable energy portfolio of 14 GW by FY29, with the partnership expected to support faster project implementation.Read more
20 Jun 2026
Knauf India has introduced Drystar, a fibre-reinforced gypsum board system designed for moisture-prone and high-humidity environments across residential, commercial, hospitality and healthcare projects. Announced in New Delhi, the product is intended for interior dry construction applications exposed to moisture, humidity and intermittent water contact. The board combines a moisture-resistant glass-fleece surface with an engineered gypsum core to enhance resistance to mould growth and water absorption. Classified under European standards for fire performance, strength and moisture protection, Drystar is aimed at washrooms, hospitals, hotels, airports, schools and other infrastructure projects requiring durable, fire-safe and moisture-resistant wall and ceiling systems. The launch forms part of Knauf India’s efforts to expand the availability of specialised building materials in the domestic construction market.Read more
20 Jun 2026
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority’s (MMRDA) recently launched ‘BKC Weekly Public Transport Day’ has brought renewed attention to last-mile connectivity issues in Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), one of Mumbai’s largest commercial districts. While the initiative aims to encourage greater use of public transport and reduce private vehicle dependence, feedback from commuters has highlighted gaps in feeder services, pedestrian connectivity and access between transit stations and workplaces. Industry stakeholders and mobility experts have stated that achieving meaningful shifts towards public transport will require integrated planning that combines mass transit infrastructure with efficient last-mile solutions, multimodal connectivity and commuter-focused mobility systems.Read more
20 Jun 2026
Indian Railways has initiated renovation work on the historic Koilwar Bridge over the Sone river in Bhojpur district, Bihar. The structure, which links Arrah and Patna and carries both rail and road traffic, is being upgraded under the Danapur division of the East Central Railway. Built in 1862 during the British era, the bridge has served as a critical transport corridor for over a century. The ongoing project aims to strengthen its ageing superstructure, replace worn components and ensure safe operations for both rail and road users.Read more
20 Jun 2026
Punjab-based IIT Ropar's Centre of Excellence ANNAM.AI and US agribusiness company Syngenta have entered into a strategic collaboration to develop AI-powered climate-smart agriculture solutions for India. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed during Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France. The partnership aims to create crop health and pest forecasting systems, heat-stress models and AI-driven decision-support tools to help farmers make more informed and resilient agricultural decisions while promoting the adoption of next-generation technologies.Read more
20 Jun 2026
Some monuments are remembered for their beauty, while others are remembered for the ideas they introduced. Across different centuries, a select group of Indian landmarks transformed construction techniques, architectural styles, and urban planning. From carving an entire mountain into a temple to designing buildings that naturally cooled themselves, these structures became milestones that influenced generations of architects. This journey explores the monuments that didn't just stand the test of time they changed the way India was built.Read more
20 Jun 2026
• The Kerala Maritime Board (KMB) has invited bids for the development of a minor port at Vizhinjam through a public-private partnership (PPP) framework.
• The proposed project is intended to complement the nearby Vizhinjam International Seaport and strengthen Kerala’s maritime infrastructure ecosystem.
• The selected private developer will be responsible for designing, financing, constructing, operating and maintaining the facility under a long-term concession arrangement.
• The initiative forms part of broader efforts to expand port-led development, enhance cargo-handling capabilities and support growing maritime trade along Kerala’s coastline.Read more
20 Jun 2026
India's wind energy sector is strengthening its manufacturing capabilities and global competitiveness, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said while launching the WT-MARUT portal on Global Wind Day. The digital platform will enable end-to-end tracking of wind energy components across the supply chain, improving traceability and compliance. During the event, the minister also released industry reports, honoured key stakeholders and unveiled Suzlon Energy's new S175 (5 MW) wind turbine, designed to enhance energy generation and expand viable wind project locations.Read more
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