05 Jun 2026

A church in Bandra has clarified that its Bandstand-facing property is not for sale after a fake online listing claiming a valuation of around INR 900 crore circulated widely on digital platforms. The listing sparked speculation in Mumbai’s premium coastal real estate market, known for high-value luxury residences and celebrity homes. The institution has categorically denied any intent to sell the land and confirmed that no such transaction has been authorised, calling the listing misleading and unauthorised. The incident has also raised concerns over the growing circulation of unverified property listings on online real estate platformsRead more

05 Jun 2026

• The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved three separate national highway upgradation and construction projects on 3 June 2026, with a combined capital outlay of INR 19,834 crore across Bihar, Telangana, and Odisha.
• The projects cover a total of 494.47 km, spanning the Khagaria–Purnea corridor on NH-31 and NH-231, the Armoor–Mancherial and Jagtial–Karimnagar stretches on NH-63 and NH-563, and the Rameshwar–Paradeep coastal highway.
• All three corridors will be built to 4-lane standards, with design speeds of 100 km per hour, and are expected to collectively reduce travel times, lower vehicle operating costs, and strengthen logistics connectivity across the three states.Read more

05 Jun 2026

Bundelkhand Industrial Development Authority (BIDA), a Uttar Pradesh government body headquartered in Jhansi, issued a Request for Proposal in April 2025 to select a consultant for technical and financial feasibility studies and preparation of detailed project reports for the Activation Area of its Master Plan 2045. The assignment spans 12 infrastructure segments including a 38-kilometre greenfield expressway, power transmission, water supply, sewage treatment, and ICT systems. Eligible bidders must demonstrate a minimum average annual turnover of INR 75 crore, with the 12-month contract open to consortia of up to three firms.Read more

05 Jun 2026

• The Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project has achieved a breakthrough in its third mountain tunnel, a 417-metre-long structure located in Palghar district, Maharashtra.
• The milestone marks the completion of all three mountain tunnels between the upcoming Vapi and Boisar Bullet Train stations, a key section of the high-speed rail corridor.
• With three mountain tunnels excavated within the last five months, construction activity is accelerating across one of the project’s most technically challenging stretches.Read more

05 Jun 2026

Reliance Industries subsidiary Model Economic Township Ltd (METL) has entered into two memorandums of understanding with the Government of Haryana, committing a combined investment of INR 8,646 crore for its integrated township project in Jhajjar. The agreements, announced during the launch of Haryana’s Make in Haryana Industrial Policy 2026, include investments from companies operating within the 8,250-acre Reliance MET City. The initiative is expected to generate over 33,000 jobs and spans multiple manufacturing sectors including automotive, electronics and medical devicesRead more

05 Jun 2026

Northern Railway’s Jammu Division reported earnings of INR 66.50 lakh through a special ticket-checking drive carried out in May 2026. The drive focused on identifying ticketless and irregular travel across stations, trains, and platforms within the division’s jurisdiction. A total of 12,693 cases were registered during the period, reflecting strict enforcement against violations. Officials stated that the initiative was aimed not only at revenue protection but also at discouraging unauthorised travel and improving discipline among passengers. Similar enforcement drives are expected to continue in the coming period to maintain compliance.Read more

05 Jun 2026

• Odisha has initiated time-bound measures to improve highway safety following directions issued by the Supreme Court on road accident prevention.
• State agencies have been directed to address illegal parking, roadside encroachments and other hazards affecting traffic movement on national highways.
• The exercise involves coordinated action by transport, police, highway and local authorities to improve enforcement and compliance.
• The measures form part of a broader effort to reduce accidents and strengthen safety infrastructure across Odisha's highway network.Read more

05 Jun 2026

NHPC has commenced construction activities for the 240 MW Uri-I Stage-II Hydroelectric Project in Uri, Baramulla district, Jammu & Kashmir. The project, approved at an investment of INR 2,708.95 crore, is being developed on the Jhelum River as an extension of the existing Uri-I scheme. Work began with the first blast for the head race tunnel in the past week. Designed as a run-of-the-river project, it will comprise two 120 MW units and is expected to generate around 932 million units of electricity annually upon completion.Read more

04 Jun 2026

A cyclonic storm that hit the desert region recently caused partial damage at the Bhadla Solar Park in Phalodi district, a 2.25 GW solar energy hub spread across around 56 sq km. The facility hosts over 10 million solar panels installed by multiple private and public companies. While authorities confirmed that only one plant faced disruption, local accounts suggest wider impact across nearby villages. Damage includes uprooted solar panels and affected electricity infrastructure. Restoration work is currently in progress as officials assess the full extent of losses and system disruption.Read more

04 Jun 2026

• Rajasthan currently has 81 infrastructure projects under implementation with a combined investment of INR 2.72 lakh crore.
• The projects are being monitored through the Project Monitoring Group (PMG) mechanism to address implementation bottlenecks.
• Key sectors include railways, roads, petroleum and natural gas, power, and urban infrastructure.
• The review focused on expediting clearances, resolving pending issues and improving coordination among stakeholders.Read more