14 Jun 2026

Amaravati is set to strengthen its education ecosystem with the addition of a new campus by Global Indian International School (GIIS). The school operator, GIIS K12 Education Private Limited, has signed an agreement with the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (AP CRDA) to establish the institution in the capital city. A 4-acre land parcel has been allotted in Sakhamuru village of Tullur mandal for the project. The proposed campus is expected to offer modern educational facilities, improve access to quality schooling in the region and contribute to local employment generation.Read more

14 Jun 2026

Anaplan has introduced a suite of artificial intelligence-powered planning solutions in India, including Anaplan CoModeler, Custom Analyst and Agent Studio, alongside 12 new enterprise applications designed for finance, supply chain, sales, IT and human resources functions. Announced in Mumbai, the rollout aims to help organisations move away from disconnected planning systems by integrating operational and financial decision-making on a unified platform. The company said the new offerings combine large language model capabilities with deterministic planning and analytics tools to provide traceable and auditable business insights. The launch comes as Indian enterprises accelerate AI adoption and seek tools that can improve forecasting, resource allocation, financial planning and operational efficiency across multiple business functions.Read more

14 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) conducted a special cleanliness drive at several railway stations across the city, removing around 1.5 tonnes of waste as part of a week-long sanitation campaign organised to mark World Environment Day. The exercise covered Turbhe, Ghansoli, Vashi, Nerul, Digha and Rabale railway stations and adjoining areas, with more than 125 sanitation workers participating in the operation. The civic body said the initiative was undertaken to maintain cleanliness standards at high-footfall public locations and to preserve Navi Mumbai’s standing among India’s cleanest cities. NMMC has also written to CIDCO seeking the transfer of maintenance responsibilities for 11 railway stations within its jurisdiction.Read more

14 Jun 2026

DesignCafe and HomeLane have announced that DesignCafe Co-founder Shezan Bhojani will step down from his operating role to pursue a new entrepreneurial venture. The transition comes as DesignCafe reports significant growth following its integration with HomeLane, including a 30 per cent increase in business, expansion of its retail network from 15 to 23 stores within 18 months, and improvements in profitability. The company is targeting 40 per cent year-on-year growth during the current financial year and plans to open 11 additional stores. DesignCafe will continue to be led by Co-founder and CEO Gita Ramanan, supported by an established leadership team, as the company advances its long-term growth and IPO plans.Read more

14 Jun 2026

Navi Mumbai Mayor Sujata Patil conducted a review of the water supply situation in Ghansoli, Airoli and Digha following the restoration of services after a three-day shutdown. While complaints regarding muddy water have reduced significantly, the mayor inspected water samples collected from households and interacted with residents and elected representatives to assess supply quality. Concerns were raised regarding water supplied by MIDC, ageing pipelines in gaothan and slum areas, and water wastage across the city. Patil suggested regular testing of MIDC water and the establishment of a dedicated water treatment facility in Digha. She also urged citizens to conserve water as Morbe Dam's storage level has fallen to 14.94 per cent and directed action against unauthorised use of potable water at construction sites.Read more

13 Jun 2026

• The proposed Thane Metro alignment is drawing criticism from stakeholders, urban planning experts and industry representatives who have raised concerns over its route design and potential impact on existing infrastructure.
• Critics argue that the current alignment could affect mobility, industrial activity and long-term urban development objectives in key areas of Thane.
• The controversy has sparked wider debate over planning priorities, with stakeholders calling for greater scrutiny of the corridor’s alignment and its implications for the city's growth.Read more

13 Jun 2026

A USD 500 million artificial intelligence roadmap for Pune was unveiled at SHAKTI Summit 2026, organised by the Hindu Economic Forum (HEF) Pune District Chapter at the Pune International Centre. The initiative seeks to position Pune as a global hub for applied AI through investments in computing infrastructure, talent development and industry-focused solutions. The summit also showcased ISACA, an indigenous autonomous surface craft developed for defence, naval and rescue applications. Attended by Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, the event focused on strategic sectors including defence, aerospace, artificial intelligence, technology, infrastructure and venture capital, while outlining plans to strengthen domestic innovation, industrial growth and technological self-reliance.Read more

13 Jun 2026

Australian equities ended lower for a third consecutive session as weakness in mining and gold stocks weighed on the broader market. Falling iron ore prices and concerns over subdued steel demand in China pressured major resource companies, leading the benchmark index to close in negative territory despite a late recovery. Gains in consumer staples, real estate and healthcare stocks helped limit losses. Investors also remained focused on the outlook for interest rates, with markets increasingly expecting the Reserve Bank of Australia to keep rates unchanged in the near term. Meanwhile, New Zealand equities recorded their strongest session in about three weeks.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has carried out an intensive cleanliness drive along the Sion–Panvel Highway as part of a citywide sanitation campaign organised to mark World Environment Day. Conducted between June 6 and June 10, the initiative covered key stretches of the highway passing through the municipal area, including Konkan Bhavan Circle, Uran Phata, LP Junction, Shiravane Phata, Juinagar Station and Vashi. A total of 148 sanitation workers participated in the operation, removing around 2.5 tonnes of waste and accumulated soil. The campaign forms part of NMMC’s broader special cleanliness programme running from June 5 to June 12, which focuses on high-footfall locations, neglected public spaces, railway stations, water bodies and informal settlements across the city.Read more

Ludhiana News Desk

13 Jun 2026

• Ludhiana Municipal Corporation has demolished two illegal colonies as part of its ongoing drive against unauthorised developments across the city.
• The action is aimed at curbing illegal plotting and ensuring that residential projects comply with approved urban planning norms and regulations.
• The demolition follows several enforcement drives carried out by the Municipal Corporation and GLADA against illegal colonies, buildings and unauthorised infrastructure.
• Authorities have warned colonisers against developing land without approvals and advised homebuyers to verify project permissions before purchasing plots.
• The crackdown reflects increasing efforts to promote planned urban development and prevent the growth of unapproved residential colonies in Ludhiana.Read more

13 Jun 2026

Krisala Developers and Hiranandani Communities planted 1,045 trees in one minute at their integrated township in North Hinjawadi, Pune, as part of the NAREDCO Pune Urban Forest Initiative on World Environment Day. The plantation drive brought together more than 1,000 participants, including government officials, industry leaders, developers, environmental advocates and residents. The initiative aims to strengthen the township’s ecological infrastructure and enhance urban green cover. In collaboration with TERI, the developers have also established a framework to monitor environmental indicators such as carbon sequestration, biodiversity, air quality and thermal comfort, enabling the long-term assessment of the project's sustainability impact.Read more

13 Jun 2026

• A state infrastructure committee has approved transport projects worth INR 22,611 crore across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), including a major tunnel corridor, bridge infrastructure and Metro network expansion.
• Key approvals include the Ghodbunder–Bhayandar tunnel project and the extension of Navi Mumbai Metro services to improve regional mobility and reduce travel time across fast-growing urban corridors.
• The projects are aimed at addressing chronic traffic congestion, strengthening airport connectivity and supporting long-term economic growth across Mumbai, Thane, Mira-Bhayandar and Navi Mumbai.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Amaravati Development Corporation (ADC) has directed officials to speed up floodwater drainage and complete the ongoing Palavagu modernisation works connecting Rayapudi and Krishnayapalem. During a field inspection across multiple locations in the capital region, ADC Chairperson and Managing Director D. Lakshmi Parthasarathy reviewed water flow conditions, desilting activities and drainage infrastructure. Officials and contractors were instructed to remove bottlenecks, install additional pipes where required and expedite pending works. ADC also warned agencies responsible for delays that legal action could be initiated if inadequate drainage disrupts water flow during heavy rainfall.Read more

13 Jun 2026

Superb Realty has partnered with Enlite to implement a cloud-native smart building platform across its commercial developments in Mumbai, including Superb Altura and an upcoming project in Vikhroli. The integration will cover approximately 3 lakh sq ft of commercial space and is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, tenant experience and asset management through real-time building intelligence. Enlite’s technology will connect energy systems, air quality monitoring, access control and critical infrastructure into a unified digital platform. The collaboration reflects a growing trend among commercial developers to integrate advanced building technologies that support sustainability, predictive maintenance and operational performance across commercial real estate assets.Read more

13 Jun 2026

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in business operations, organisations are facing growing pressure to ensure transparency, accountability, fairness and regulatory compliance in AI deployment. Global Capability Centres (GCCs), which have evolved from operational support units into strategic technology and innovation hubs, are emerging as potential custodians of ethical AI governance. With expertise spanning digital transformation, cybersecurity, data management and compliance, GCCs are well positioned to establish enterprise-wide governance frameworks for AI systems. Industry experts believe India’s large and mature GCC ecosystem could play a significant role in helping multinational companies develop responsible AI standards, monitor risks and build trust as governments worldwide introduce new regulations governing AI adoption.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) marked World Environment Day by undertaking a plantation drive at Parsik Hill, where more than 200 native tree saplings were planted in collaboration with Heartfulness Institute and Adani Realty. Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde highlighted the importance of tree plantation and conservation amid rising temperatures and growing environmental concerns. The civic body also carried out plantation activities across all eight administrative divisions of Navi Mumbai, planting over 2,000 trees. As part of a broader environmental initiative, NMMC has set a target of planting one lakh trees over the next year, with a focus on native species, biodiversity conservation and sustainable maintenance through the use of treated wastewater.Read more

13 Jun 2026

Juniper Green Energy has commissioned 305 MWp of renewable energy capacity across multiple districts in Gujarat under power purchase agreements signed with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL). The portfolio comprises 183 MWp of solar capacity and 122 MW of wind capacity, spread across Surendranagar, Aravalli, Devbhumi Dwarka and adjoining areas. Several projects were completed ahead of their scheduled commercial operation dates, including hybrid solar installations commissioned up to 148 days in advance. The development strengthens the company’s renewable energy presence in Gujarat and supports the state’s growing clean energy generation capacity through a mix of solar, wind and hybrid projects.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) marked World Environment Day by inaugurating a plastic bottle crusher machine at its headquarters and unveiling a series of environmental initiatives aimed at promoting waste segregation and plastic reduction. Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde urged civic officials and employees to act as ambassadors for cleanliness and environmental protection, encouraging the use of cloth bags and source-level waste segregation. The bottle crusher machine, installed through a CSR partnership involving Atos, Rotary Club and Biocrux, rewards citizens for recycling plastic bottles. NMMC also announced plans to install 12 such machines across hospitals and markets, while introducing school-based tree nurseries and a seed bank programme to strengthen environmental awareness among younger generations.Read more

12 Jun 2026

• Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) has intensified its crackdown on illegal constructions near water bodies, drainage channels and government land across the city.
• Five unauthorized structures in Bandhgari were demolished after officials found they had been built over drainage networks and public land.
• The civic body has also taken action near Kanke Dam, removing 13 illegal piggeries during a recent enforcement drive.
• The move is part of a wider effort to protect water bodies, improve drainage infrastructure and reduce flooding risks during the monsoon.
• Authorities have indicated that surveys, inspections and anti-encroachment drives will continue across Ranchi in the coming months.Read more

12 Jun 2026

The CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI), New Delhi, signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Government of Haryana on 8 June 2026 to implement a structured framework for paving and greening of urban roads across the state. The project, developed under the Commission for Air Quality Management's guidance and jointly executed with the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, directly targets road dust a primary contributor to particulate pollution in the National Capital Region. The initiative covers four work packages spanning road design standards, greening measures, asset management, and construction technology adoption.Read more