07 Jul 2026

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) proposal to introduce a separate infrastructure provider category for satellite communication services has received support from both telecom operators and satellite service providers. Industry stakeholders believe the framework can promote infrastructure sharing, improve operational efficiency and accelerate satellite broadband deployment across the country. However, discussions continue on issues such as spectrum usage, regulatory obligations and the scope of infrastructure sharing as the sector prepares for commercial satellite communication services.Read more

07 Jul 2026

Senior officials of the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) reviewed the construction progress of Iconic Towers 1 and 2 at the Amaravati Government Complex. During the site visit, APCRDA Commissioner V. Vijaya Rama Raju and Additional Commissioner Abhishek Kumar assessed the pace of work and held discussions with contractors and engineering officials. The review focused on construction quality, safety, project timelines and resource deployment. Officials directed the executing agencies to maintain prescribed standards while ensuring adequate manpower and faster execution to achieve the planned project milestones.Read more

07 Jul 2026

NHAI has prohibited all public and private vehicle movement on the under-construction Bilaspur–Urga section of NH-130A, part of the Raipur–Dhanbad Economic Corridor under the Bharatmala Pariyojana. All entry and exit points have been sealed, with CCTV surveillance being installed to prevent unauthorised access. The stretch remains exclusively reserved for construction personnel, machinery and project-related vehicles until commissioning. The authority has warned that violators will face legal action and urged motorists to use designated alternative routes.Read more

07 Jul 2026

The Association of Private Airport Operators (APAO) has urged the Ministry of Civil Aviation to restore the regular landing and parking charges for domestic flights after the temporary three-month concession ends on July 6. The association said the relief, introduced to support airlines during disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict, was intended as a short-term measure. It also requested permission for airport operators to recover the revenue lost during the concession period through an approved mechanism, stating that continued discounts could affect airport finances and future infrastructure investments.Read more

07 Jul 2026

A delegation from Singapore completed a two-day visit to Amaravati to understand the progress of the Andhra Pradesh capital city project and assess its investment potential. Officials from the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) presented the city's master plan, ongoing infrastructure works, and future development strategy. The delegation also visited key project sites, including the Government Complex and trunk infrastructure roads, where they were briefed on construction progress and available investment opportunities. The visit reflects continued international interest in Amaravati's planned urban development and long-term growth prospects.Read more

06 Jul 2026

Indian Railways has approved a INR 135 crore project to construct a 4.59-km rail flyover between Bondamunda 'A' Cabin and Bondamunda Link 'B' Cabin under the South Eastern Railway to decongest the busy Rourkela-Bondamunda section. The flyover will separate freight and passenger train operations, reducing crossing conflicts, improving operational efficiency and enhancing network capacity on the industrial corridor. Once commissioned, the project is expected to enable the movement of an additional 8 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of freight, supporting growing mining and steel production in the region.Read more

06 Jul 2026

Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) has initiated the process of preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a proposed elevated corridor along the Dravyavati River to improve urban mobility and ease traffic congestion in the city. The consultancy assignment will assess the project's engineering feasibility while incorporating environmental, hydraulic and road safety considerations into the design. The proposed corridor is expected to provide faster east-west connectivity and complement Jaipur's expanding transport infrastructure. The DPR will serve as the foundation for technical planning, cost estimation and future execution of the strategically important road project.Read more

06 Jul 2026

Tripura Chief Minister Shri Manik Saha reviewed the progress of National Highway development projects with Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi, focusing on accelerating ongoing works, improving road maintenance and strengthening connectivity across the state. During the meeting, the Centre approved the alignment for the Churaibari–Champaknagar four-laning project, a key initiative expected to enhance regional connectivity and facilitate smoother movement of passengers and freight. Saha also highlighted that Tripura's National Highway network has expanded from 198 km in 2014 to around 923 km in 2026, reflecting significant investments in the state's road infrastructure.Read more

Priyanka Vig

06 Jul 2026

Mumbai is a city where more than half of all daily journeys are made on foot, yet safe footpaths remain the exception rather than the norm. Across much of the city, pavements are missing, too narrow, encroached upon, or damaged, forcing pedestrians to walk alongside moving traffic. Although the Supreme Court has recognised access to safe and accessible footpaths as a fundamental right and BMC has introduced new policies and funding to improve pedestrian infrastructure, progress on the ground remains slow. While a few parts of South Mumbai and select suburban corridors have seen improvements, large sections of the city particularly the eastern suburbs and low-income neighbourhoods continue to lack basic walking infrastructure. The result is a city that depends on walking every day but has yet to make pedestrians a genuine priority in its urban planning.Read more

06 Jul 2026

Suzlon has secured a 105 MW wind energy order from Sunsure Energy, marking the first commercial deployment of its newly launched S175 5.0 MW wind turbine. The project will involve the supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of 21 S175 wind turbine generators in Bijapur, Karnataka. The latest contract, awarded within two weeks of the turbine's launch, also strengthens the long-standing partnership between the two companies, taking their cumulative order book to 400.8 MW in less than 14 months. Suzlon said the S175 is India's tallest and most powerful wind turbine, designed to improve energy generation and expand the viability of wind projects across new locations.Read more