01 May 2026

Railway authorities have stepped up restoration work on an ageing bridge near Buxar station to improve safety and maintain smooth train operations. The structure had been operating under speed restrictions due to its condition. Using a planned mega block, officials deployed additional manpower and machinery to fast-track critical repairs. The work includes structural strengthening, girder replacement, and continuous site monitoring. With rising passenger and freight traffic on this route, the restoration is being carried out on priority to reduce risks and ensure reliable operations with minimal disruption.Read more

01 May 2026

Work has started on a key 104.25 km stretch of the NH-43 corridor with an investment of INR 3,147 crore, forming part of the larger Raipur–Dhanbad economic corridor. The project is expected to improve road connectivity between Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, especially across industrial and mineral-rich regions. It includes multiple bridges, flyovers and underpasses to ensure smoother and safer travel. Once completed, the corridor is likely to reduce logistics costs, cut travel time and support local economic activity across smaller towns and industrial clusters.Read more

01 May 2026

The Maharashtra government is evaluating the creation of a dedicated authority to oversee river infrastructure and pollution management projects in Pune, particularly along the Mula-Mutha river system. The move comes amid delays in ongoing projects, including sewage treatment and riverfront development, and concerns over untreated wastewater discharge. Authorities are examining governance gaps across multiple agencies involved in execution. The proposed body is expected to improve coordination, accelerate project delivery, and strengthen environmental outcomes, with implications for urban infrastructure planning and riverfront-led real estate development in Pune.Read more

01 May 2026

Reliance Industries is planning to invest around INR 1.6 lakh crore, or over USD 17 billion, to develop a 1.5 gigawatt data centre cluster in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The project will be executed in phases and supported by captive renewable energy and storage systems. It is expected to be the largest such facility in India. The investment comes amid rising demand for AI, cloud and data services, and is likely to strengthen the state’s position as a key destination for digital infrastructure development.Read more

01 May 2026

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has raised concerns over persistent delays and cost overruns in road construction projects executed by the Border Roads Organisation, particularly in border areas. Speaking at an infrastructure conference in the past week, he emphasised the need to modernise execution systems, improve planning, and accelerate decision-making processes. The minister highlighted issues such as land acquisition delays, weak project reporting, and lack of contractor accountability. He also indicated that the government is working to revise the model concession framework for BOT projects, while stressing the importance of quality control and transparency in highway development.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

01 May 2026

Ongoing repair and reconstruction of five key bridges between Byculla and Sion has disrupted traffic across Mumbai’s island city. The closure of major flyovers and partial restrictions on others have diverted vehicles onto internal roads, increasing congestion and travel time. Areas such as Dadar, Parel and Byculla are seeing consistent slow movement, especially during peak hours. The works are part of efforts to replace ageing structures and improve safety. While authorities have planned phased reopenings, the current situation is expected to continue until critical sections are completed.Read more

01 May 2026

Power Mech Projects has secured a contract from Indian Railways worth INR 227.95 crore, including GST, for setting up a maintenance depot for Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains in Karnataka. The project will be developed between Channasandra and Yelahanka stations under the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) model. Awarded by South Western Railway, Bangalore, the work involves developing key infrastructure to support upcoming sleeper train operations. The execution timeline for the project has been set at 30 months, marking a structured development phase for the rail maintenance facility.Read more

01 May 2026

India’s peak electricity demand saw a slight easing over the weekend after touching a new record high a day earlier. The demand fell to 238.15 gigawatts as commercial and industrial activity slowed due to widespread closures. Supply levels remained close to demand, though a small shortfall was recorded. Data from the power authorities indicated that demand has been steadily rising compared to last year and is expected to increase further with rising temperatures. The India Meteorological Department has indicated a harsh summer, with higher use of cooling systems likely to push consumption higher in the coming weeks.Read more

Visakhapatnam News Desk

01 May 2026

Google has started construction of its USD 15 billion AI data centre hub in Visakhapatnam, marking one of the largest foreign investments in India’s digital infrastructure. The project will be developed across multiple campuses with an initial capacity of around 1 gigawatt, scalable further. Built in partnership with AdaniConneX and Airtel’s Nxtra, the hub aims to strengthen India’s cloud and AI ecosystem. It is also expected to support local infrastructure, generate employment, and position Andhra Pradesh as a key destination for large-scale data centre developments.Read more

01 May 2026

The Goa government has initiated the conversion of existing outline development plans for Margao and Mormugao into GIS-based masterplans under the AMRUT 2.0 programme. The plans will cover approximately 82 sq km in Margao and 42.4 sq km in Mormugao, integrating land use, infrastructure, housing, transport and environmental data into a digital planning framework. The initiative, fully funded by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, aims to enable data-driven urban planning and improve governance in emerging urban centres. The process will involve detailed surveys and is expected to take over a year, marking a shift towards comprehensive and statutory planning for these cities.Read more