22 Dec 2025

The Vadodara Municipal Corporation has received a 235 crore grant to accelerate key urban development projects across the city. The funding will be used to upgrade essential civic infrastructure, including roads, drainage networks, sanitation facilities, public spaces, and waste management systems. Officials said the grant will help clear pending backlogs, speed up execution, and support infrastructure needs in both established and emerging areas. City authorities plan to ensure transparent use of funds through strict monitoring of progress and budgets. The investment is expected to improve service delivery, enhance urban liveability, and support Vadodara's growing population, while strengthening the city's readiness for future residential and economic growth.Read more

22 Dec 2025

The International Finance Corporation has decided to invest up to INR 300 crore, equivalent to around USD 30 million, in residential mortgage-backed securities issued by Grihum Housing Finance. The move is aimed at boosting home ownership among low- and middle-income families by mobilising private capital for affordable mortgage lending. The investment also marks IFC's first exposure to India's RMBS market and aligns with the government's broader housing-for-all objectives.Read more

21 Dec 2025

Chennai has outlined a long-term transport vision under its Comprehensive Mobility Plan, proposing an investment of INR 2.27 lakh crore across the Chennai Metropolitan Area. The plan prioritises public transport, with nearly 85 per cent of the funding earmarked for metro rail expansion, suburban rail upgrades and improvements to the bus network. Roads and flyovers account for a much smaller share, while walking, cycling and freight movement also receive focus. The strategy addresses rising private vehicle use and declining bus capacity by improving service quality and last-mile connectivity. Transit-oriented development, alternative funding models and better links to suburban growth corridors form key pillars of the city's future-ready mobility roadmap.Read more

20 Dec 2025

The Trichy Corporation has approved INR 6.2 crore to construct a satellite bus terminus at Thiruverumbur along the Trichy Thanjavur National Highway, aiming to reduce congestion and streamline bus operations. The civic body has already paid INR 2.5 crore to acquire nearly one acre of land for the facility, which will include bus bays and a commercial complex. Currently, around 500 city and mofussil buses operate on narrow service roads in the area. The tender has been issued to ensure construction begins before election code restrictions come into effect, supporting smoother transit for commuters.Read more

20 Dec 2025

Shriram Finance has received board approval to sell a 20 per cent stake to Japan-based MUFG Bank through a preferential equity issuance worth around INR 39,618 crore (USD 4.4 billion). The investment, which requires shareholder and regulatory approvals, marks one of the largest foreign direct investment inflows in India's financial services sector. The partnership is expected to boost Shriram Finance's capital base, enhance its balance sheet, improve access to low-cost liabilities, and unlock synergies in technology and customer engagement, while aligning governance with global standards and supporting long-term growth.Read more

20 Dec 2025

Adani Group plans to invest INR 1 lakh crore in its airport business over the next five years, focusing on India's aviation sector, expected to grow 15-16% annually. Navi Mumbai International Airport, developed with a 74% Adani stake at an initial cost of INR 19,650 crore, will start commercial operations on December 25, with an initial capacity of 20 million passengers, expandable to 90 million. The group already operates airports in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Guwahati, Thiruvananthapuram, Jaipur, and Mangaluru and plans aggressive participation in future airport privatisations.Read more

19 Dec 2025

Tata Power has invested INR 64 crore in Khorlochhu Hydro Power Limited, marking the third tranche of its planned equity investment in the Bhutan-based hydropower company. The investment forms part of a broader agreement to acquire a 40 per cent stake in the project, with the total proposed investment standing at around INR 830 crore. The move aligns with Tata Power's strategy to strengthen its clean energy portfolio beyond India, while continuing to expand across multiple power generation segments.Read more

19 Dec 2025

Adani Group has announced plans to invest INR 1 lakh crore in its airports business over the next five years, banking on sustained growth in India's aviation sector. The strategy is anchored by the upcoming launch of Navi Mumbai International Airport on December 25, which will initially handle 20 million passengers annually. The group, India's largest airport operator, currently manages eight airports and plans to bid aggressively in future privatisation rounds while expanding ancillary and aircraft services.Read more

19 Dec 2025

Two Indian real estate investment trusts (REITs) are preparing to enter the bond market this month, signaling a strong end to a record year for debt issuances in the sector. Knowledge Realty Trust aims to raise INR 16 billion through bonds maturing in four years, while Embassy Office Parks REIT is expected to raise INR 5 billion or more with five-year or longer notes including put and call options. So far in 2025, REITs have raised INR 112.5 billion, nearly double last year's total.Read more

19 Dec 2025

Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd is targeting revenue of around INR 1,900 crore from its newly launched residential project, Mahindra Blossom, located in Whitefield, Bengaluru. The company disclosed that the project has a potential gross development value of approximately INR 1,900 crore. Mahindra Lifespace currently has a residential portfolio of 53.30 million sq ft across seven Indian cities. In addition to housing, it manages over 5,000 acres of integrated developments and industrial clusters across four locations, reflecting its dual focus on residential and infrastructure-led real estate.Read more