19 May 2026

• PNC Infratech and SPS Constructions secured a Ganga bridge EPC project in Kanpur from UPSBC.
• The INR 559.53 crore project includes a four-lane bridge, approach roads and protection works.
• The project will be executed over 36 months through a 50:50 joint venture.Read more

19 May 2026

• The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Survey of India are introducing a new satellite-based system to improve road construction.
• The technology, known as Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS), provides centimetre-level accuracy for surveying and planning highways.
• This system replaces older GPS methods and allows for real-time, error-free mapping even in difficult or uneven landscapes.
• By using this network, the government aims to finish projects faster, reduce construction costs, and ensure roads are built to higher quality standards.Read more

18 May 2026

• IRB Infrastructure Trust has made a non-binding offer to transfer two operational BOT highway assets valued at approximately INR 4,663 crore to IRB InvIT Fund.
• The proposed transaction includes the Solapur-Yedeshi NH211 project in Maharashtra and the Chittorgarh-Gulabpura NH79 project in Rajasthan, together spanning 1,144 lane kilometres.
• The asset valuation was carried out by an independent valuer as of March 31, 2026, while the proposal was approved by the board of the investment manager of IRB Infrastructure Trust in the past week.
• The company stated that the proceeds from the proposed transfer would be used to fund future infrastructure opportunities, while the public InvIT platform would benefit from additional revenue-generating assets and a longer concession profile.
• IRB Group said the transaction forms part of its broader capital recycling strategy aimed at expanding its infrastructure asset base to INR 1.4 lakh crore by 2029.Read more

18 May 2026

Uber is set to establish its first data centre in India in partnership with Adani Group, marking a significant step in the company’s expanding technology and infrastructure presence in the country. The facility, expected to become operational later this year, will support the testing and deployment of Uber’s technology solutions from India for global operations. The announcement was made by Uber Chief Executive Officer Dara Khosrowshahi following a meeting with Gautam Adani in Ahmedabad. While financial details and investment size were not disclosed, the development reflects growing interest among global technology firms in strengthening local digital infrastructure and data processing capabilities within India’s rapidly expanding innovation and technology ecosystem.Read more

18 May 2026

Delegations from the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank reviewed ongoing infrastructure and urban development works in Amaravati during a visit to the greenfield capital city project being executed by the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA). The teams assessed the progress of infrastructure construction, environmental and social safeguard measures, labour welfare facilities and smart city initiatives across the capital region. The visiting delegation included World Bank Vice President and Chief Risk Officer Dennis McLaughlin. Officials also inspected project sites including the Gravity Canal at N16 Junction near Dondapadu and visited the APCRDA Command and Control Centre to review integrated monitoring systems and technology-led governance initiatives. Discussions related to Phase-II funding and infrastructure financing requirements for Amaravati are also scheduled as part of the ongoing engagement process.Read more

17 May 2026

• Kochi Metro Rail Ltd has revised the commissioning timeline for the Phase II Pink Line corridor, with operations now expected to begin in April 2027 instead of the earlier mid-2026 target due to delays in funding and construction work.
• The delay was mainly linked to the pending release of an INR 1,016.24 crore loan from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, which slowed civil, electrical and station-related works across multiple stretches of the project.
• The 11.2-km corridor connecting JLN Stadium and Infopark is expected to improve connectivity to Kakkanad’s IT and commercial hubs, where a large number of employees currently rely on road-based transport for daily travel.Read more

17 May 2026

• Avaada Group added 2 gigawatt of renewable energy capacity during the financial year ended March 2026, taking its overall portfolio beyond 17.7 gigawatt peak (GWp).
• The company stated that 7.2 GWp of the portfolio is operational, while 10.5 GWp remains under construction across multiple renewable energy projects.
• Avaada’s portfolio includes solar, wind, hybrid renewable systems, firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) projects and solar-plus-storage developments.
• The expansion comes amid continued investment activity across India’s renewable energy and energy infrastructure sectors as developers scale capacity to meet rising clean power demand and energy transition targets.Read more

Ludhiana News Desk

17 May 2026

• Ludhiana’s property UID plate project has remained stalled for nearly 12 years despite multiple implementation attempts by the municipal corporation.
• The initiative aimed to digitally map residential and commercial properties through QR-enabled unique identification plates linked to civic and tax records.
• Earlier phases faced delays due to public resistance, contractor disputes, outdated surveys and disagreements over mapping methods.
• Around 85,000 properties were covered during the latest phase under the Smart City Mission before work stopped again.
• Officials are now considering a fresh city-wide survey as older GIS records no longer reflect Ludhiana’s current urban expansion and property growth.Read more

17 May 2026

Nemetschek Group India has entered into a three-year strategic partnership with New Consolidated Construction Company Ltd. (NCCCL) to integrate Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital construction workflows into large-scale infrastructure and real estate projects across India. The collaboration will focus on sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare, hospitality and data centres, with pilot projects already identified in developments by Runwal and L&T Realty. Under the agreement, Nemetschek will deploy technology platforms such as Graphisoft, Allplan, Bluebeam and Solibri to improve project coordination, design validation and operational efficiency. The partnership will also include technical training programmes and workshops aimed at strengthening digital construction capabilities within NCCCL’s execution teams amid increasing project complexity and rising adoption of technology-led project management practices in India’s construction sector.Read more

17 May 2026

Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited has introduced a non-fare revenue initiative allowing metro coaches and station premises in Bhopal and Indore to be rented for birthday parties, pre-wedding shoots, film productions and social events. The programme, titled “Celebrations on Wheels”, comes as metro operations in both cities continue to witness lower-than-expected ridership levels following phased launches of services. Under the initiative, stationary metro coaches can be booked at INR 5,000 per hour, while moving coaches are available at INR 7,000 per hour, subject to operational and safety conditions. Officials stated that the move is aimed at generating additional revenue, improving public engagement with metro systems and utilising urban transport infrastructure beyond conventional commuter services amid rising operational expenditure.Read more