14 Apr 2026

The Delhi-Dehradun economic corridor, a 213-km six-lane access-controlled expressway built at a cost exceeding INR 12,000 crore, is set to be inaugurated, significantly reducing travel time between the two cities from over six hours to about two and a half hours. Spanning Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, the project includes advanced traffic systems and multiple interchanges to improve connectivity. It also incorporates extensive wildlife mitigation features, including a 12-km elevated corridor and animal passages, reflecting a focus on balancing infrastructure development with ecological considerations. The project is expected to support regional economic activity, tourism, and trade across northern India.Read more

14 Apr 2026

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has implemented a nationwide shift to fully digital toll collection across national highways, effective from April 10, eliminating cash payments at toll plazas. Under the new framework, commuters must use FASTag or Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for toll transactions, with penalties imposed for non-compliance. Vehicles without FASTag are required to pay up to 1.25 times the standard toll fee through digital modes. The move applies to more than 1,100 toll plazas and is aimed at improving traffic flow, reducing congestion, and enhancing operational efficiency. The transition builds on India's electronic toll collection system and forms part of a broader push towards digitisation in transport infrastructure and revenue management.Read more

14 Apr 2026

Enviro Infra Engineers has secured sewage infrastructure projects worth INR 972 crore in Maharashtra under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) 2.0, strengthening its presence in the urban wastewater segment. The contracts, awarded for multiple urban local bodies, involve development of sewage treatment plants (STPs), interception and diversion networks, and extensive sewer pipeline systems across Pune and Nashik regions. The projects will be executed on an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) basis within a 24-month timeline. The initiative is aimed at improving sanitation infrastructure and wastewater management in smaller and mid-sized urban centres, particularly those with populations below one lakh. The orders also expand the company's project pipeline and align with ongoing government efforts to enhance urban sanitation coverage across Maharashtra.Read more

14 Apr 2026

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) has acquired a 51% controlling stake in Sri Lanka-based Colombo Dockyard PLC for INR 249.5 crore, marking its first international acquisition. The transaction, completed following a mandatory offer to shareholders, increases MDL's holding from around 41.73% to majority control. The Colombo-based facility is a key shipbuilding and repair yard in the region, and the acquisition enables MDL to expand its operational footprint beyond India. The deal forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen presence in the global shipbuilding and maritime services sector. It also follows earlier equity infusions and share purchases from existing stakeholders, including Japan's Onomichi Dockyard, culminating in the transfer of controlling interest.Read more

Visakhapatnam News Desk

14 Apr 2026

Google has obtained a power distribution (discom) licence for its proposed 1 GW hyperscale data centre hub in Visakhapatnam, marking a key regulatory milestone for the USD 15 billion (approx. INR 1.25 lakh crore) investment. Approved by the Andhra Pradesh cabinet in the past week, the licence allows the company to directly procure and distribute electricity for its operations, a first for a private entity in the state. The project, spread across multiple sites in Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli districts, is positioned as India's largest single foreign direct investment. Construction is expected to commence later this month. The move is aimed at ensuring uninterrupted power supply, improving cost efficiencies, and enabling integration of renewable energy sources for large-scale data infrastructure.Read more

13 Apr 2026

The central government has approved road and bridge projects worth about INR 290 crore in Odisha's Ganjam district to improve connectivity around Aska. The plan includes a 6.72 km bypass linking NH-157 and NH-59, along with multiple bridge constructions over key rivers and a local nullah. These projects aim to reduce congestion, improve traffic flow and address flood-related disruptions. Funding support will come through central schemes, while a feasibility study has also been approved for a proposed four-lane greenfield road between Berhampur and Aska.Read more

13 Apr 2026

The Odisha government has unveiled 36 industrial projects involving an investment of INR 40,811 crore, expected to create around 59,000 jobs across the state. The initiatives include both inaugurated units and newly laid foundation stones, covering sectors such as green energy equipment, metals, textiles, plastics, tourism, agriculture, food processing, defence manufacturing, IT, automobiles, and cement. The state leadership highlighted sustained industrial momentum over the past 18-20 months, driven by multiple project launches and investments aimed at strengthening Odisha's manufacturing and employment base.Read more

13 Apr 2026

Equinix has expanded its presence in Mumbai with the launch of its fourth data centre, investing USD 95 million to strengthen digital infrastructure capacity. The facility adds over 1,370 cabinets, supporting growing demand for cloud and data services. In a separate development, NOCIL has commissioned a new rubber chemicals plant in Dahej with an investment of INR 250 crore, aimed at boosting domestic supply and exports. Meanwhile, DBS Foundation has announced grants of up to INR 1.75 crore for three Indian enterprises working across healthcare, employment, and social impact sectors, highlighting continued institutional support for innovation.Read more

13 Apr 2026

Adani Green Energy has entered into a joint venture through its subsidiary AGEL UAE with Minerva Holding RSC, a wholly owned arm of EPointZero, to develop renewable energy projects in India. EPointZero is part of the UAE-based IHC Group, one of the largest listed companies globally. The agreement includes provisions for equity participation and board representation. The partnership reflects increasing cross-border investments in India's clean energy sector and aligns with the country's long-term renewable energy expansion plans.Read more

13 Apr 2026

Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways Harsh Malhotra said that road safety awareness has now become a national movement that depends on responsible behaviour from all road users. He noted that road safety efforts are part of a continuous national effort rather than isolated initiatives. He highlighted that India continues to record a high number of road accident fatalities every year, with a significant share involving two-wheelers. He stressed the importance of the government's 4E framework and urged citizens, especially youth, to follow traffic rules and support safer road practices.Read more