26 Feb 2026

Adani Power's subsidiary Moxie Power Generation Ltd has secured a five-year contract to supply 558 MW of electricity to Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. The company emerged as the lowest bidder by quoting a tariff of INR 5.910 per unit, with supply scheduled to begin from April 1, 2026. The contract strengthens Adani Power's long-term revenue visibility, with over 95 per cent of its operating capacity now tied to medium- and long-term agreements. The deal is also expected to support grid stability and ensure reliable power supply across Tamil Nadu.Read more

26 Feb 2026

State-run NHPC Ltd has approved investments totalling about INR 5,700 crore for two hydroelectric projects in Jammu & Kashmir. The approvals cover the 240 MW Uri-I Stage-II project and the 260 MW Dulhasti Stage-II project, including interest during construction and enabling infrastructure costs. Construction is targeted to begin by March next year, subject to signing of agreements and statutory clearances. Together, the projects will add 500 MW of renewable capacity and strengthen hydropower generation in the Union Territory.Read more

Kolkata News Desk

26 Feb 2026

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata has launched a major INR 117.5 crore project to renovate its historic bascule bridge at the Kolkata Dock System. The upgrade aims to strengthen cargo evacuation, enhance road and maritime connectivity, and extend the bridge's lifespan. The bridge, nearly six decades old, will see modernisation of its electro-mechanical and structural systems. The central government has provided INR 40 crore under the Sagarmala Scheme, and the project is expected to be completed by May 2027, ensuring smoother cargo and traffic movement in the region.Read more

26 Feb 2026

Rooftop solar installations under the central government's PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana have crossed 30 lakh households since the scheme was launched in February 2024. Union New and Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi shared the update earlier this week. The government aims to cover one crore households by 2026-27. It estimates that installations at this scale could generate 1,000 billion units of renewable electricity and reduce 720 million tonnes of CO2 emissions over 25 years, strengthening India's clean energy push.Read more

26 Feb 2026

Construction has started on a four lane railway overbridge at Doraha in Punjab, aiming to resolve a traffic bottleneck that has persisted for nearly 12 years. The INR 70.55 crore project is critical for connecting the Malwa region, Chandigarh, and nearby districts, as the existing level crossing handles about 190 trains and over 3,000 vehicles daily. The bridge is part of a broader initiative covering 166 railway sites across the state, including underbridges, subways, and station redevelopments under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with investments totaling over INR 2,790 crore.Read more

Goa News Desk

26 Feb 2026

The Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) has directed the town and country planning department to implement a rule mandating sewage treatment plants (STPs) for residential complexes with 24 or more flats, reducing the earlier 50 flat threshold. The decision follows repeated complaints about non-functional or poorly maintained STPs in several complexes and scientific assessment of wastewater generation. Builders must install and operate STPs for three years or until handover to residents associations, ensuring proper wastewater treatment. The High Court has noted the matter and left the final threshold decision to the state government.Read more

25 Feb 2026

Tamil Nadu has signed four Memorandums of Understanding in the aerospace and defence sectors involving a total proposed investment of INR 1,600 crore. Facilitated by the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation, the projects span precision aerospace manufacturing, aviation training and simulation, ammunition production, and advanced spacecraft components. The investments are expected to generate around 1,900 jobs across technical and engineering roles. The move adds to the state's ongoing efforts to build a strong aerospace and defence ecosystem supported by industrial parks, policy backing and a growing supplier base.Read more

25 Feb 2026

The long-pending 2.7 km HMT NAD stretch of the Seaport Airport Road in Kochi is set to see construction begin next month after more than 20 years of delay. The Roads and Bridges Development Corporation of Kerala (RBDCK) has reissued tenders and expects to award contracts shortly. The state government has completed land acquisition from HMT and the Naval Armament Depot by allocating over INR 60 crore. Once finished, the stretch will close a key gap in the 25.7 km corridor and improve airport and industrial connectivity.Read more

25 Feb 2026

The Punjab government has announced that Tata Steel will begin operations at its new Ludhiana manufacturing plant in March. The project, spread over 115 acres near HiTech Valley, involves an investment that has increased from INR 2,600 crore to INR 3,200 crore. The facility will include a 0.75 MTPA Electric Arc Furnace-based steelmaking unit and a rebar mill. It is expected to generate around 2,500 jobs. The plant will use 100 per cent steel scrap and adopt a production process aimed at reducing carbon emissions.Read more

25 Feb 2026

Maharashtra has introduced a revised compensation package for farmers affected by the New Nagpur Business District project, offering developed commercial plots along with monetary compensation. This replaces the earlier cash-only approach and aims to provide long-term benefits to landowners while supporting city expansion. The government is also compiling lists for a potential farm loan waiver targeting genuinely distressed farmers. Alongside this, authorities are investigating irregularities at the Nagpur District Central Cooperative Bank and enforcing strict measures against unauthorised layouts under the Nagpur Regional Plan.Read more