12 Jul 2026

Navi Mumbai recorded an average rainfall of 53.40 mm between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm on 6 July, following two consecutive days of exceptionally heavy rainfall across the municipal area. Strong winds accompanying the rain resulted in 62 tree fall incidents, prompting the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation's Fire Department to undertake continuous clearance operations to restore traffic movement. The civic administration has kept its emergency response machinery on alert under the directions of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, while Mayor Sujata Patil reviewed the ground situation during field inspections. Residents have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from trees and vacate buildings declared structurally unsafe as heavy rainfall continues across the city.Read more

11 Jul 2026

• The Municipal Corporation of Manesar has initiated preliminary work for a waste-to-energy (WTE) plant aimed at improving scientific waste management and reducing landfill dependence.
• The project is expected to process municipal solid waste while generating electricity, supporting the region's long-term sustainability objectives.
• Authorities have started technical surveys, land-related activities and planning exercises ahead of the project's implementation.
• Once operational, the facility is expected to strengthen waste processing capacity, improve environmental outcomes and support cleaner urban infrastructure across Manesar.Read more

11 Jul 2026

India's power transmission sector is expected to witness a major investment cycle over the next few years as the country expands its renewable energy capacity. However, Icra has cautioned that persistent issues such as land acquisition, right of way (RoW) disputes and regulatory approvals continue to delay project execution. Most transmission projects awarded through the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) route have missed their scheduled completion timelines, affecting renewable energy evacuation and increasing the risk of power curtailment for developers.Read more

11 Jul 2026

Indian Potash Limited (IPL) and UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions Limited (UPL SAS) have entered into a three-year collaboration to improve sugarcane productivity and sustainability in the catchment area of IPL's Kodinar Sugar Mill in Gujarat. The programme will cover around 2,000 acres of cultivation, introducing regenerative agriculture, advanced agronomy, crop protection, digital monitoring and farmer capacity-building initiatives. The partners aim to increase sugarcane yields by at least 15% while improving resource efficiency, farmer incomes and climate resilience. The initiative will also deploy digital platforms to monitor interventions and strengthen farmer engagement, supporting sustainability objectives across the sugar value chain.Read more

11 Jul 2026

Enlite, a Mumbai-based deep-tech company specialising in intelligent infrastructure systems, has secured its second Indian patent for a cloud-based configuration system designed for building management controllers. Announced on 7 July, the patent covers a centralised framework that enables remote configuration, testing and deployment of controllers, replacing conventional site-based processes. The technology is intended to simplify commissioning and operation of intelligent buildings by reducing manual intervention, shortening deployment timelines and supporting consistent management across multiple locations. It also incorporates remote maintenance, version control and real-time synchronisation, making it suitable for commercial buildings, airports, hospitals, educational institutions, hospitality assets, industrial facilities and data centres.Read more

11 Jul 2026

Navi Mumbai Mayor Sujata Patil visited two recent building accident sites and several monsoon-affected locations across the city in the past week to review the civic response and direct officials to expedite safety and relief measures. The inspection covered the Avighna Society building in Shahbaz Belapur, where a balcony slab collapsed, and Geeta Apartment in Juhugaon, Vashi, where a falling external slab claimed one life. The mayor also assessed waterlogging near Mahape MIDC and drainage works along the Thane-Belapur Road. During the field visit, officials were instructed to accelerate structural assessments, remove hazardous portions of damaged buildings, improve drainage, clear fallen trees and strengthen emergency response efforts amid continuing heavy rainfall.Read more

10 Jul 2026

An Air India flight bound for Delhi aborted its take-off at Mumbai airport after air traffic control instructed the crew to stop when an Air India Express aircraft had not yet vacated the same runway following its arrival from Siliguri. The incident occurred at around 10 pm in the past week and involved a Boeing 777-300ER operated by Air India and a Boeing 737 MAX 8 operated by Air India Express. The airline said the crew followed air traffic control instructions and returned the aircraft to the bay for mandatory checks in line with standard operating procedures. Alternative arrangements were initiated for passengers, while further details, including the number of people on board both aircraft, were not immediately available.Read more

10 Jul 2026

Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms has disrupted transport services across Mumbai, delaying suburban trains, affecting long-distance rail operations and causing traffic congestion across several parts of the city. The intense monsoon spell has also led to Tulsi and Vihar lakes overflowing after receiving substantial inflows, improving Mumbai's drinking water reserves. Waterlogging in sections of the rail network and earlier landslides on the Mumbai–Pune corridor continued to affect connectivity, while the India Meteorological Department forecast further rainfall across the city and suburbs, prompting authorities to remain on alert.Read more

10 Jul 2026

The Gujarat government has begun work on a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) charging station policy to strengthen charging infrastructure and support the state's transition towards cleaner mobility. The proposal was discussed during a state cabinet meeting, where Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel directed officials to prepare the policy. The initiative aims to improve the availability of EV charging stations, promote the use of electric vehicles, and encourage the adoption of green energy. It is expected to complement Gujarat's ongoing efforts to expand sustainable transport infrastructure.Read more

10 Jul 2026

The Himachal Pradesh government has inaugurated a 33/11 kV power substation at Patlander in the Sujanpur Legislative Assembly Constituency of Hamirpur district, developed at a cost of INR 7.54 crore. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually inaugurated the facility in the past week, stating that it has been supported by a 7.2-km 33 kV HTSC transmission line connecting Chabutra and Ansla. The project is expected to provide a more reliable electricity supply to around 14,000 residents across 16 Gram Panchayats, including Patlander, Rangar and Chauri. The government said the infrastructure will address rising electricity demand while reducing transmission losses through shorter power lines and interconnected feeders.Read more