26 Jun 2026

Deep-tech startup Airbound has signed a memorandum of understanding with Andhra Pradesh Drone Corporation to develop a drone delivery network across the Amaravati Capital Region. The initiative will connect Amaravati, Vijayawada and Guntur through drone-based logistics services covering healthcare, e-commerce and commercial deliveries. The project will begin with pilot operations and route mapping before expanding into interconnected drone corridors. The partners aim to enable 10,000 daily drone flights across Andhra Pradesh over the coming year, supporting faster deliveries, improved connectivity, investment opportunities and growth in the state's emerging drone ecosystem.Read more

26 Jun 2026

• The Centre has drawn up contingency strategies for 315 districts to help farmers respond to rainfall shortages and weather-related uncertainties during the kharif season.
• District-specific plans include alternative crop choices, revised sowing schedules and water management measures tailored to local conditions.
• Agricultural agencies, state governments and research institutions have been asked to coordinate closely to minimise risks to farm output and rural livelihoods.
• The preparedness framework aims to strengthen resilience against weather disruptions while ensuring continuity of agricultural activities across vulnerable regions.Read more

Delhi News Desk

26 Jun 2026

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has commenced construction of the new Central Secretariat station as part of the Central Vista Metro corridor, a key segment of the upcoming Golden Line. The project is expected to strengthen connectivity across the capital while integrating the redeveloped Central Vista precinct with Delhi’s expanding metro network. Once completed, the station will emerge as a major interchange hub linking multiple metro corridors and improving access to government and administrative districts.Read more

26 Jun 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met Amazon Chief Executive Officer Andy Jassy in Mumbai and invited the technology company to expand its investments in the state across data centres, healthcare infrastructure and artificial intelligence-driven skill development. During the meeting, Fadnavis highlighted Maharashtra’s position as India's leading data centre hub and outlined opportunities arising from the state's dedicated data centre policy, which promotes green infrastructure and renewable energy usage. He also discussed the state's ambition to grow its economy from an estimated USD 660 billion to USD 1 trillion by 2030 and emphasised the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence across governance, agriculture, healthcare, education and infrastructure. The chief minister additionally showcased investment prospects in the upcoming Medicity project in Navi Mumbai and sought collaboration with Amazon on AI-focused skilling initiatives.Read more

26 Jun 2026

The Uttarakhand government has ordered statewide safety audits of residential, commercial and public buildings following a recent fire incident in Lucknow. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami directed multiple departments to inspect fire safety systems, emergency exits, electrical infrastructure and compliance with building regulations. The exercise will cover high-occupancy properties, including hotels, hospitals, schools and housing developments. Authorities have also been instructed to identify violations, review preparedness measures and ensure corrective action wherever required.Read more

26 Jun 2026

• The Centre and Telangana government have discussed financial and institutional support mechanisms for Hyderabad Metro Rail’s funding requirements, including options for easing the loan burden and improving project viability.
• Senior officials reviewed the project’s current financial structure, with emphasis on resolving pending funding issues and ensuring smooth execution of ongoing metro expansion plans.
• Both sides have indicated willingness to coordinate on a “balanced financing model,” aimed at reducing stress on project finances while keeping expansion timelines on track.
• The meeting also highlighted the need for stronger Centre–State collaboration to ensure infrastructure continuity and long-term sustainability of urban transport systems.Read more

26 Jun 2026

• Gurugram’s Rapid Metro recorded around 81 lakh passenger journeys in just five months, signalling a sharp rise in daily dependency on the system.
• The network has witnessed steady double-digit growth in commuter traffic, reflecting stronger adoption of metro-based travel.
• Haryana’s metro operations turned financially positive, posting an operational surplus of about INR 9.1 crore in the same period.
• Improved connectivity, smoother interchanges, and rising road congestion are pushing more commuters toward rapid rail transit.Read more

26 Jun 2026

The Adani Group has announced plans to enter the nuclear energy sector through Adani Atomic Energy, targeting 10 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2035. Chairman Gautam Adani said land has already been identified for the venture as the conglomerate seeks to strengthen its position across India’s energy value chain. The announcement forms part of a broader infrastructure and energy expansion strategy that includes thermal, renewable, hydro, gas and transmission assets, alongside significant investments in ports, airports, data centres and logistics infrastructure.Read more

26 Jun 2026

• Central Railway has completed the launch of a 500-tonne steel girder for the reconstruction of the Sion Road Over Bridge.
• The operation marks a critical stage in the CSMT–Kurla fifth and sixth line expansion project aimed at increasing suburban rail capacity.
• The heavy engineering exercise was carried out during a restricted night block between Matunga and Kurla stations.Read more

Delhi News Desk

26 Jun 2026

Construction of the final deck slab on Delhi's Barapullah Phase-III elevated corridor was completed this week, physically joining both ends of the structure across the Yamuna River. The project, approved in 2014 and originally due in 2017, was held up for nearly a decade by land acquisition disputes, environmental clearances and forest department approvals, with its cost revised to around INR 1,635 crore. Once finished, the corridor is intended to give East Delhi a signal-free route towards South Delhi via Sarai Kale Khan. Authorities have indicated a target opening date of 30 June 2026.Read more