10 Apr 2026

Wonder Cement has strengthened its renewable energy strategy through multiple long-term solar power purchase agreements with Sunsure Energy. The partnership will enable the company to source a significant portion of its electricity from clean energy for its facilities in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. This move is expected to reduce around 33,000 metric tonnes of CO2 emissions annually and lower dependence on conventional grid power. The development reflects a broader shift within the cement sector towards sustainability, with companies increasingly adopting renewable energy solutions to manage costs and meet environmental targets.Read more

Kolkata News Desk

10 Apr 2026

SpiceJet has issued a travel advisory warning of potential flight disruptions at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata, due to adverse weather conditions affecting operations. The advisory, released in the past week, highlighted the likelihood of delays and schedule changes for both arrivals and departures. Thunderstorms, rainfall and reduced visibility have impacted aircraft movement and air traffic management at the airport. Passengers have been advised to monitor flight status regularly and allow additional time for travel. The development reflects recurring weather-related operational challenges at key aviation hubs, particularly during periods of unstable atmospheric conditions.Read more

10 Apr 2026

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works has deployed what it describes as India's largest and deepest backhoe dredger, River Pearl 47, at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), under an ongoing contract awarded by Dredging Corporation of India. The deployment, announced in the past week, forms part of a technically complex dredging programme involving removal of rock pinnacles and seabed obstructions. The vessel is designed for high-precision excavation across varying depths and challenging seabed conditions. The move strengthens India's domestic dredging capability and reflects increasing reliance on specialised marine equipment for port deepening, maintenance, and infrastructure expansion at major maritime gateways.Read more

09 Apr 2026

The Airport Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has reduced landing and parking charges by 25% at major airports across India, offering relief to airlines. The decision, implemented in the past week, applies to all domestic flights and will remain in effect for three months. The move follows a directive from the government in response to the ongoing West Asia crisis, which has impacted airline operations and costs. The reduction is expected to ease financial pressure on carriers and support stability in domestic aviation operations during this period of uncertainty.Read more

09 Apr 2026

The proposed Gwalior-Agra greenfield expressway is expected to improve connectivity and support economic activity in the Gwalior-Chambal region. With an estimated cost of INR 5,500 crore, the project will reduce the travel distance and cut journey time to under an hour. The corridor will upgrade the existing road into a six-lane high-speed route with controlled access. Along with a western bypass and a new railway station, the project forms part of a broader infrastructure push aimed at improving mobility, logistics efficiency and regional development.Read more

09 Apr 2026

Ahmedabad-based deeptech firm DrivebuddyAI has secured a patent for its Integrated Dynamic Road Quality Assessment System, designed to detect and map road surface conditions in real time. The technology uses artificial intelligence, sensor data, and computer vision to identify potholes, cracks, and hazardous stretches, generating geo-tagged road intelligence. The system enables fleet operators to incorporate road quality into route planning, beyond traditional parameters such as time and distance. By continuously updating road condition data, the solution aims to improve driver safety, reduce vehicle wear, and enhance logistics efficiency. The development adds to the company's portfolio of over 15 patents in AI-driven mobility and fleet management technologies.Read more

09 Apr 2026

Infrastructure expansion across North India, especially in Delhi-NCR, is driving steady growth in the professional audiovisual (Pro-AV) hardware market. The region contributes nearly 40-45 per cent of the national market, supported by rising demand from corporate offices, retail, hospitality and public infrastructure. Large projects such as airports, expressways and religious tourism hubs are increasing the use of digital signage, lighting and sound systems. With higher-than-global growth rates and increasing adoption of premium solutions, the market is seeing consistent expansion backed by urban development and digital infrastructure investments.Read more

09 Apr 2026

Google is set to commence construction of a large-scale data centre hub in Andhra Pradesh from April 28, marking one of the largest foreign direct investments in India's digital infrastructure sector. The project, estimated at around USD 15 billion (approximately INR 1.25 lakh crore), will be developed across multiple sites near Visakhapatnam with a planned capacity of about 1 gigawatt. The initiative follows a memorandum of understanding signed with the state government around six months ago. The development includes three interconnected campuses, submarine cable infrastructure, and supporting telecom networks. The project is expected to enhance India's data centre capacity, support cloud and AI ecosystems, and strengthen Andhra Pradesh's position as a technology and digital infrastructure hub.Read more

09 Apr 2026

Titagarh Naval Systems Ltd has secured in-principle approval from the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways for a brownfield expansion project at Falta, West Bengal. The project, with an investment of around INR 610 crore, falls under the Shipbuilding Development Scheme and includes government capital assistance of about INR 129 crore for plant and machinery. The expansion is aimed at improving shipbuilding capacity for defence, commercial and export markets. It is also expected to strengthen India's maritime manufacturing ecosystem and support the country's push for self-reliance in shipbuilding.Read more

09 Apr 2026

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has entered into a collaboration with Cube Highways Technologies to enhance the technical capabilities of its officials through a structured training programme. The initiative, formalised through a memorandum of understanding signed in the past week, focuses on upskilling junior-level officials in specialised areas of highway engineering and project execution. Training will be conducted at the Cube Highways Innovation Centre in Hyderabad and will combine classroom instruction with practical learning and case-based assessments. The programme covers key domains such as traffic estimation, pavement design, and material performance. The initiative is part of NHAI's broader capacity-building efforts aimed at improving project quality and aligning workforce capabilities with evolving infrastructure standards.Read more