25 Jun 2026

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited has received a Letter of Award from NMDC Limited for setting up buffer stockpiles and a blending yard with a 10 MTPA handling capacity at Vizag, Andhra Pradesh, the company disclosed to stock exchanges on 20 June 2026. The contract, valued at INR 2,977 crore inclusive of 18 per cent GST, is to be executed over a 42-month period. RVNL confirmed that the work falls within its normal course of business and does not constitute a related party transactionRead more

24 Jun 2026

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has flagged off the new Bikaner (Lalgarh)-Ahmedabad (Sabarmati) Special train from Bikaner, introducing a direct rail link aimed at improving connectivity between key districts of Rajasthan and Gujarat. The service, launched in the past week, is expected to support passenger movement, trade, tourism and regional economic activity across the two states. During the inauguration, the minister highlighted that railway projects worth more than INR 76,800 crore are currently under implementation in Rajasthan, alongside station redevelopment works under the Amrit Station Scheme. The new train will serve districts including Ahmedabad, Mehsana, Patan and Banaskantha in Gujarat, and Jalore, Balotra, Jodhpur, Nagaur and Bikaner in Rajasthan. The launch forms part of Indian Railways’ broader efforts to expand connectivity and infrastructure across the region.Read more

24 Jun 2026

• K2 Infragen has secured a Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) contract worth INR 390.91 crore for a rural roads development project in Telangana.
• The project will involve the upgradation and maintenance of road infrastructure aimed at improving connectivity across rural areas of the state.
• The order adds to the company's infrastructure portfolio and enhances its presence in the roads and highways segment.
• The award reflects continued government investment in rural transport networks and long-term infrastructure development through the HAM framework.Read more

24 Jun 2026

Interio, the furniture business of Godrej Enterprises Group, reported revenue of INR 4,000 crore in FY26, registering a 12% year-on-year increase driven by retail expansion, new product launches and growth in online sales. The company expanded into 100 new cities during the year, while products introduced recently contributed 22% of overall revenue. Looking ahead, Interio is targeting 25% revenue growth in FY27 and plans to add 102 stores, with a particular focus on North and East India. The company also expanded its delivery network to more than 20,000 pin codes, entered the outdoor furniture segment and launched a dedicated gaming furniture range as part of its portfolio diversification strategy.Read more

24 Jun 2026

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 333 development projects valued at more than INR 510 crore in Rajnandgaon district, while reiterating the state government's focus on farmer welfare, rural development and public service delivery. Addressing a gathering of progressive farmers, the Chief Minister highlighted measures aimed at crop diversification, agricultural support and governance reforms. He announced that farmers shifting from paddy cultivation to pulses, oilseeds and other crops under the Krishak Unnati Yojana would receive input assistance of INR 15,000 per acre from the kharif 2026 season. The event also saw the signing of an agreement for soybean procurement from local farmers and recognition of agricultural extension workers and progressive cultivators.Read more

24 Jun 2026

• Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has introduced a property tax waiver scheme for commercial properties that make their parking spaces available to the public free of charge.
• The initiative aims to address parking shortages, reduce roadside parking and improve traffic movement across the city by utilizing existing private parking infrastructure.
• Malls, hotels, hospitals, educational institutions, theatres, gyms, party plots and other non-residential properties can avail of the benefit subject to compliance with AMC norms.
• Property owners will have to register their parking spaces, disclose parking capacity and allow public access through AMC's designated system.
• The move forms part of Ahmedabad's broader urban mobility and traffic management strategy as vehicle ownership and parking demand continue to rise.Read more

24 Jun 2026

• NCP (SP) has opposed a proposed 54-acre data centre project in Thane, citing concerns over water availability and environmental impacts.
• The party claims the facility could intensify the region's recurring water shortages and pose health risks to nearby residents.
• Leaders have questioned the approval process and called for the state government to withdraw clearances granted to the project.
• The controversy highlights the growing challenge of balancing digital infrastructure expansion with local resource constraints.Read more

24 Jun 2026

• Gurugram is planning a new construction and demolition (C&D) waste processing plant, expected to become operational by 2027.
• The facility will help manage rising volumes of construction waste generated by the city's rapid residential, commercial and infrastructure development.
• Civic authorities aim to reduce illegal dumping of debris and improve recycling of construction materials.
• The project will complement the existing Basai C&D waste plant, which has been handling construction waste for several years.
• The initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen sustainable urban development and waste management infrastructure in Gurugram.Read more

24 Jun 2026

NTPC is pursuing partnerships with nuclear technology providers from France, Russia and the United States as it develops a 30 GW nuclear power programme through its subsidiary, NTPC Parmanu Urja Nigam Limited. The initiative supports India’s target of expanding nuclear generation capacity to 100 GW by 2047. The company is evaluating a mix of indigenous and imported reactor technologies, including small modular reactors, while exploring localisation, supply-chain development and long-term project frameworks to strengthen the country’s nuclear energy infrastructure.Read more

24 Jun 2026

• Haryana has launched a fresh survey of built-up areas within land protected under the Punjab Land Preservation Act (PLPA) in the Aravali region.
• The exercise will record only existing structures and is intended to prevent new construction claims from being added during the process.
• The survey is expected to help authorities identify legitimate settlements, improve land records, and support environmental protection efforts.
• The move comes amid continued action against illegal construction and encroachments in ecologically sensitive Aravali zones.
• Findings from the survey could influence future land-use planning, conservation measures, and regulatory decisions across the region.Read more