23 Jun 2026

• The Centre has introduced a temporary compensation mechanism to offset the impact of rising fuel, material and logistics costs on National Highway projects.
• EPC and HAM contractors will receive faster and more frequent payments to improve cash flow and project execution.
• Price adjustment calculations will be linked to more recent market data, allowing compensation to better reflect prevailing costs.
• The measures aim to prevent project disruptions, support developers and maintain momentum in India's highway infrastructure programme.Read more

23 Jun 2026

Mumbai is progressing the construction of a six-lane cable-stayed bridge at Dadar to replace the nearly 100-year-old Tilak Bridge. The INR 375 crore project, being executed by BMC and MRIDC, will provide a higher-capacity east-west road connection across railway tracks in central Mumbai. Developed in phases to maintain traffic movement, the twin-bridge structure is designed to address structural concerns and improve corridor capacity. The project forms part of Mumbai’s broader programme to modernise ageing transport infrastructure.Read more

23 Jun 2026

Air India Express is set to commence international operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) with a direct service to Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone for the airport's expansion into overseas connectivity. Bookings for the new route are expected to open shortly, ahead of the flight's scheduled launch on July 15. The service will become the first international flight to operate from NMIA since the greenfield airport began domestic operations late last year. The development forms part of the broader expansion of aviation infrastructure in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and is expected to strengthen connectivity between western India and the United Arab Emirates, one of the country's busiest international travel corridors.Read more

23 Jun 2026

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched Rajasthan's first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system at the Daulatpura Toll Plaza on the Delhi–Jaipur section of National Highway-48. The technology-driven system enables barrier-free toll collection through Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and FASTag-based electronic tolling, allowing vehicles to pass without stopping. The initiative forms part of NHAI's broader effort to modernise toll collection, reduce congestion and improve travel efficiency on key highway corridors. Following the implementation at Daulatpura, NHAI is also planning to convert the Shahjahanpur and Manoharpur toll plazas on the Delhi–Jaipur route to the MLFF system, creating a seamless tolling experience along one of northern India's busiest highway stretches.Read more

23 Jun 2026

The Union government has approved the Angamaly–Aroor bypass project in Kerala, a major highway initiative aimed at reducing congestion on the heavily used NH-544 and NH-66 corridors around Kochi. The greenfield bypass, expected to span about 50 km following its extension to Aroor, will provide a direct route for long-distance traffic travelling between northern and southern Kerala without entering the city’s congested urban stretches. The project will connect Angamaly with the under-construction Aroor–Thuravoor elevated highway and is being aligned with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. The approval marks a significant step in advancing a long-pending infrastructure proposal intended to improve regional connectivity, streamline freight movement and support future traffic growth across central Kerala.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

23 Jun 2026

The Mira-Bhayander flyover, which became the subject of public debate earlier this year over its four-lane-to-two-lane configuration, has now been opened to traffic after months of delay. The flyover, part of the Metro Line 9 double-decker corridor, was inaugurated by local political representatives and made operational for motorists. While concerns had earlier been raised about potential traffic bottlenecks and commuter safety, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has maintained that the design follows approved plans and is linked to existing land constraints, with provisions for future expansion once additional land becomes available.Read more

23 Jun 2026

The Amaravati Development Corporation (ADC) has commenced the development of a Central Nursery spread across 18 acres in Amaravati to support large-scale roadside plantation across the capital city. Located at the junction of the N-10 Seed Access Road (E-03) between Lingayapalem and Uddhandarayunipale villages, the nursery will serve as the primary stock point for saplings required for avenue plantation along nearly 700 km of roads. The project aims to improve greenery, provide shade, and enhance the urban environment as infrastructure development progresses across the capital region.Read more

23 Jun 2026

• The Adani Group has expressed interest in participating in multiple infrastructure projects in West Bengal, including a proposed tunnel beneath the Hooghly River.
• The group is also evaluating opportunities in power transmission, distribution and other infrastructure sectors in the state.
• The discussions emerged during recent engagements between state government officials and Adani Group representatives.
• The potential investments form part of West Bengal’s efforts to attract private sector participation in large-scale infrastructure development.Read more

23 Jun 2026

• Bharat Buildcon 2026 was inaugurated at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, bringing together stakeholders from the construction and building materials sectors.
• The event attracted over 25,000 visitors on its opening day, facilitating industry networking and business engagement.
• Participants from more than 90 countries and 100 Indian cities are showcasing products and innovations across multiple construction-related segments.
• Government and industry leaders highlighted the importance of trade, manufacturing and quality-driven growth in strengthening the sector.Read more

23 Jun 2026

More than 100 acres of land were voluntarily offered by farmers from four villages for the development of Amaravati under the land pooling scheme. Farmers from Thullur, Rayapudi, Lingayapalem and Velagapudi submitted consent documents to the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), expressing support for the capital city's development. The landowners said they were pleased to contribute to the project and encouraged other farmers in capital region villages to participate in the pooling process. The latest contribution adds to the ongoing land aggregation efforts aimed at advancing infrastructure and urban development in Amaravati.Read more