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22 Apr 2026
Bina Puri Holdings Bhd has announced that one of its subsidiaries has accepted a road construction contract valued at INR 156.4 million in Sarawak, Malaysia. The project is located in the Simunjan area within the Samarahan division and adds to the company’s ongoing infrastructure portfolio. The group has been actively securing civil engineering and construction projects in recent years to strengthen its order book. This latest contract is expected to contribute positively to its earnings visibility and reflects continued activity in regional infrastructure development.Read more
22 Apr 2026
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has made steady progress on the 7.35 km Atal Setu–Mumbai–Pune Expressway connector, completing a significant portion of its foundation and structural work. The project is designed to provide direct, signal-free connectivity between Mumbai and Pune while improving access to Navi Mumbai and the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport. Once operational, the corridor is expected to reduce travel time, improve logistics movement, and support regional growth under the Mumbai 3.0 vision, while also easing congestion in the island city through better infrastructure distribution.Read more
22 Apr 2026
The Maharashtra government has approved the rollout of 60 privately operated property registration centres to improve efficiency and reduce congestion at existing sub-registrar offices. The centres will function alongside over 500 government facilities, with private operators managing infrastructure and front-end services while registration authority remains with government officials. The initiative will be implemented in phases, beginning with key cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Thane and Nagpur. Users opting for these centres will pay an additional service fee for improved amenities and faster processing. The move reflects a broader push to modernise property registration processes and enhance user experience, though concerns have been raised regarding added costs and the need to upgrade existing public infrastructure.Read more
22 Apr 2026
The central government has operationalised the Urban Challenge Fund with a total outlay of INR 1 lakh crore, allocating INR 90,000 crore for city infrastructure projects. The scheme will support redevelopment of older urban areas, market upgrades, and mobility improvements. Unlike earlier programmes, it will provide limited central funding while pushing cities to raise a majority of funds through market sources like municipal bonds and PPPs. With additional provisions for project preparation and credit support, the initiative is aimed at improving infrastructure quality and financial capacity, especially in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.Read more
22 Apr 2026
Ahmedabad’s real estate sector is currently facing operational pressure due to shortages of key construction materials and a declining availability of labour. Developers have reported disruption in project execution as items like aluminium pipes, CPVC products, ceramics, and electrical fittings are not consistently available in the market. Along with supply issues, unstable pricing is affecting budgeting and cost planning. At the same time, a shortage of skilled and semi-skilled workers is slowing construction activity, leading to delays in project timelines and added strain on margins across ongoing developments in the city.Read more
22 Apr 2026
India’s oil and gas regulator, Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board, has initiated a nationwide push to develop liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pipeline infrastructure aimed at reducing reliance on road-based transportation and improving supply efficiency. The plan includes nine identified pipeline projects, with bidding underway for four major routes spanning roughly 2,500 km. These projects are expected to attract investments of around INR 12,500 crore. The initiative seeks to enhance safety, reduce transit losses, and lower emissions by gradually replacing bulk LPG tanker movement. The regulator also indicated that pipeline-based transportation could play a key role in strengthening energy security, supporting India’s cleaner fuel transition, and improving connectivity between refineries, import terminals and bottling plants across regions.Read more
22 Apr 2026
Germany’s apartment construction sector has shown signs of recovery, with permits rising notably in February. Data from the country’s statistics office indicates a 24% year-on-year increase, adding 4,300 units to reach a total of 22,200 permits. This follows a turnaround seen in 2025, when housing permits recorded growth after three consecutive years of decline. Building permits are considered an early indicator of future construction activity. The recent rise suggests gradual improvement in the sector, which had been under pressure due to high interest rates and elevated material costs.Read more
22 Apr 2026
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Ltd secured new engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) orders worth over INR 3,550 crore, including a major solar project from Coal India Ltd. The largest contract involves an 875 MW solar PV project in Bikaner, Rajasthan, valued at around INR 3,490 crore, including operations and maintenance. The company also received a 50 MW project order in Maharashtra from a private independent power producer. With these additions, SWREL’s EPC order inflows for FY26 have crossed INR 10,062 crore, surpassing its initial annual targets and reflecting strong momentum in utility-scale renewable project execution.Read more
22 Apr 2026
National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development has entered into a memorandum of agreement with Projects Development Company of Rajasthan Limited to strengthen advisory and financing support for infrastructure projects across states and urban local bodies. The partnership focuses on transaction structuring, technical and commercial due diligence, and facilitating financial closure for projects. The collaboration is aimed at improving project preparation quality, accelerating execution timelines, and mobilising institutional capital more efficiently. It also seeks to address long-standing gaps in end-to-end professional support for infrastructure financing, particularly at the state level. The agreement reflects a broader push to enhance structured financing mechanisms and support sustainable infrastructure development across India’s urban and regional ecosystems.Read more
22 Apr 2026
The Lucknow Kanpur Expressway has introduced a flat toll of INR 275 for cars, with a return journey within 24 hours priced at INR 475. An annual pass costing INR 3,075 has also been launched, allowing up to 200 trips and lowering the effective per-trip cost for regular commuters. The access-controlled corridor is expected to reduce travel time between the two cities to under an hour and ease congestion on the existing highway. The pricing structure is aimed at balancing commuter convenience with operational costs while promoting smoother traffic flow.Read more
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22 Apr 2026
The Public Works Department has initiated the compensation claim process for land acquired for the Ponda Bhoma highway expansion in Goa. Around 46,308 square metres of land across multiple villages has been notified, and affected landowners have been asked to submit claims. The project includes widening works, flyovers, and underpasses to ease traffic congestion. The construction contract worth INR 273 crore has already been awarded, though the work order is still pending. The project has faced local resistance earlier, mainly over land acquisition and impact on structures.Read more
22 Apr 2026
Illegal colonies along the Ganga riverbank in Haridwar have emerged as a significant source of pollution, with local authorities flagging direct discharge of untreated waste into the river. The municipal body has written to the irrigation department seeking action against encroachments on government land, where basic sewage infrastructure is absent. These settlements reportedly release domestic and human waste into the river, undermining ongoing clean-up efforts. The issue highlights gaps in urban planning and enforcement, particularly in riverfront zones, and raises concerns over environmental compliance in unregulated housing clusters. Authorities are now considering coordinated action to address both encroachment and waste management failures.Read more
21 Apr 2026
Hyderabad is planning a ropeway project to connect Golconda Fort and the Qutb Shahi Tombs to improve tourist movement and reduce road congestion. The proposed 1.3-km stretch is part of efforts to strengthen heritage infrastructure and offer an alternative travel option. Authorities are exploring a public-private partnership model, with feasibility studies underway. The project is expected to improve accessibility between the two monuments, which currently rely on road connectivity, while also supporting tourism growth and better visitor management in the area.Read more
21 Apr 2026
HDFC Bank, through its CSR initiative Parivartan, has built and restored over 15,289 water structures across more than 10,430 villages, supporting around 14.92 lakh households nationwide. The programme has also enabled access to safe drinking water in over 950 villages through community purification systems. The initiative spans farm ponds, check dams, rainwater harvesting systems, and decentralised distribution infrastructure, alongside irrigation support for farming communities. Combined with agricultural interventions and community-led planning, the programme aims to improve water access, enhance irrigation coverage, and support rural livelihoods through sustainable resource management.Read more
21 Apr 2026
The 23rd CREDAI MCHI Thane Property Expo concluded recently with strong participation, drawing over 20,000 visitors and recording 234 on-the-spot bookings. The three-day event showcased more than 100 RERA-approved projects across segments and price ranges, with the INR 55 lakh to INR 2.25 crore bracket seeing the highest demand. Key micro-markets such as Ghodbunder Road, Kolshet, Pokhran and Majiwada remained in focus. Banks sanctioned home loans worth INR 398 crore during the event. Developers also reported steady NRI and investor interest, supported by ongoing infrastructure developments across Thane.Read more
21 Apr 2026
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has approved 15 major development proposals, including a new township in Amausi, with a combined investment of nearly INR 2,500 crore. The clearances cover residential, commercial and institutional projects across the city and are expected to add fresh housing supply and urban infrastructure. The proposed Amausi township will be developed over a large land parcel near the airport corridor, reflecting the authority's focus on planned urban expansion in southern Lucknow. The approvals form part of a broader push to accelerate project clearances and unlock stalled investments in the city's real estate market.Read more
21 Apr 2026
The Nagpur-Mumbai Samruddhi Expressway recorded toll collections of INR 1,240.04 crore in FY26, with 1.55 crore vehicles using the corridor, marking a year-on-year increase of nearly INR 500 crore. The 701 km access-controlled expressway has seen steady traffic growth since its phased opening, crossing one crore vehicles in FY25. Cumulative usage has reached 3.44 crore vehicles, generating INR 2,660 crore in toll revenue to date. The sharp rise in collections reflects increasing traffic volumes across the corridor, which connects key districts in Maharashtra and serves as a major intra-state logistics and passenger movement route.Read more
21 Apr 2026
Two Boeing 737 aircraft operated by Akasa Air and SpiceJet were damaged after coming into contact on the ground at Delhi airport, prompting an investigation by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The incident occurred at Terminal 1 when a taxiing SpiceJet aircraft struck the stationary Akasa Air plane preparing for departure. Both aircraft have been grounded following the occurrence. The Akasa flight, scheduled to operate to Hyderabad, was returned to the bay, and all passengers and crew were safely disembarked. The regulator has initiated a probe to assess the circumstances, with preliminary findings indicating damage to the winglet and horizontal stabiliser of the respective aircraft.Read more
21 Apr 2026
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has utilised around 87% of its capital expenditure budget, spending INR 39,159 crore out of INR 43,162 crore. This marks an increase from the previous year and reflects faster execution of infrastructure projects. Major spending was directed towards sewage treatment upgrades, road concreting, bridges, water supply, and stormwater drainage. While the administration has focused on improving long-term infrastructure, concerns have been raised about gaps in basic civic services and the need for better quality control in project execution.Read more
21 Apr 2026
The Maharashtra government has secured investment commitments exceeding INR 1.75 lakh crore through memorandums of understanding with Shyam Steel and JW Global India, covering steel manufacturing, renewable energy, data centres and emerging technologies. Shyam Steel plans to invest INR 10,000 crore in a steel plant in Chandrapur, while JW Global has proposed investments of around INR 1.65 lakh crore across multiple sectors, including a floating solar project in Solapur. The developments are expected to generate over 11,000 jobs. The state government highlighted ongoing policy reforms and simplified procedures aimed at accelerating project execution and attracting investments across industrial and clean energy segments.Read more
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