24 Feb 2026

Indian logistics firm Delhivery has entered a strategic collaboration with global chipmaker NVIDIA to develop advanced AI-powered mapping and location intelligence solutions specifically designed for India's complex geography and non-standardised addressing systems. Unveiled at a major AI summit, the initiative combines Delhivery's proprietary dataset built from billions of shipments with NVIDIA's accelerated computing stack and open AI models to create scalable, locally relevant digital maps. The partnership aims to improve last-mile delivery accuracy by resolving address ambiguities and interpreting vernacular, landmark-based directions that often challenge conventional global mapping platforms. Executives said this India-centric mapping infrastructure could support more efficient logistics, e-commerce and supply-chain operations as the country's digital economy grows. Development will draw on technologies such as CV-CUDA and Nemotron models, tailored for the unique demands of Indian addresses and terrain.Read more

24 Feb 2026

Kerala has signed agreements with IOCL, CONCOR, and CWC to execute a Rs 2,000 crore logistics master plan at Vizhinjam International Seaport, aiming to transform it into a key maritime and economic hub. The investment is divided among bunkering facilities, rail-linked infrastructure, and a multimodal logistics park. The project ensures public sector oversight while operating on a PPP model, preventing monopolisation in cargo handling and ensuring fair pricing. The plan promises major infrastructure upgrades without imposing financial burden on the state exchequer.Read more

24 Feb 2026

NTPC Renewable Energy has launched commercial supply of 165 MW from the second phase of its 1,200 MW Khavda-II solar project in Gujarat, raising NTPC Green Energy's total capacity to 8,992.68 MW. The step-down subsidiary of NTPC Ltd has now made this segment operational as of February 20. This addition strengthens NTPC's renewable energy presence in Gujarat, aligning with the company's continued expansion in solar energy across India and supporting the nation's clean energy goals.Read more

Delhi News Desk

24 Feb 2026

The Delhi government has unveiled plans to strengthen the city's biomedical waste management infrastructure by establishing additional Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facilities (CBWTFs) to address rising volumes of medical refuse and improve operational coverage across districts. The initiative, announced by the Environment Minister following a high-level review, involves setting up new treatment plants on sites of at least 0.5 acre each and equipped with modern technology to process waste through autoclaving, shredding and secure landfilling. The proposed facilities are expected to handle about 46 tonnes per day, easing pressure on the two existing plants that currently serve the entire capital. Tenders will be floated soon to attract operators with advanced systems, with each new facility intended to serve clusters of three districts to decentralise and improve efficiency in waste disposal. Officials have linked the expansion to broader public health and environmental goals in the city as biomedical waste generation continues to grow.Read more

24 Feb 2026

Union minister Nitin Gadkari has said that construction and real estate design must be aligned with the purchasing power of the general public, asserting that the country's most pressing requirement is low-cost and affordable housing. Speaking at a design-focused industry event in Nagpur, Gadkari underlined the role of real estate as one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy, contributing significantly to employment generation and government revenues through GST. He noted that while the sector continues to expand rapidly, there is a need for greater focus on cost efficiency in construction. Gadkari also emphasised the importance of innovation, research and new design approaches, stating that these elements could help the industry reduce production costs while meeting the housing needs of a wider section of society.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

24 Feb 2026

The dismantling of Mumbai's 112-year-old Elphinstone Road Over Bridge is progressing in carefully planned railway blocks over active tracks of Western and Central Railway. MahaRail has already removed the western span and is working on the central and eastern sections, which require precision crane operations and temporary lowering of overhead wires. The bridge will be replaced with a double-deck structure featuring a single 132-metre girder fabricated in Noida. The revised completion target has been advanced to August 2026, ahead of the earlier October timeline.Read more

24 Feb 2026

The Centre is working to standardise red table-top road markings on national highways passing through forest areas after a successful pilot in Madhya Pradesh. The 5 mm thick thermoplastic markings, applied across roads in wildlife zones, help slow vehicles by creating vibration and sound alerts. The trial stretch through the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve has reported no wildlife deaths since installation. Despite costs being up to four times higher than regular paint, the government plans to include the measure in national highway specifications.Read more

24 Feb 2026

The Maharashtra government has finalised compensation rates for agricultural land being acquired in Palghar district for the Vadhvan Port project. The total payout works out to more than INR 2 crore per hectare after applying double market value, 100% solatium and 12% interest from the notification issued in August last year. The acquisition covers 24 villages in Palghar and Dahanu talukas. Separate compensation will also be provided for houses, wells, trees and other assets. The port project involves an investment of INR 76,220 crore.Read more

24 Feb 2026

East Central Railway has proposed infrastructure upgrades at Begusarai railway station to manage rising congestion and improve passenger access. The plan includes a second station entry and a new road over bridge near Semapur, close to a busy level crossing. A detailed project report will be prepared before execution. The initiatives aim to reduce crowding at the existing entrance, improve traffic flow around the station area, and address long-standing delays faced by both commuters and local road users.Read more

Noida News Desk

24 Feb 2026

Noida Metro Rail Corporation has floated a tender to lease nearly 2,985 square metres of space for kiosks and commercial outlets at Sector 83 metro station on the Aqua Line. The reserve licence fee has been set at INR 205 per square metre. The spaces, located across concourse and platform levels, will have dual access for commuters and external visitors. The initiative is aimed at improving passenger amenities and boosting non-fare revenue, as NMRC continues efforts to strengthen the financial sustainability of the Aqua Line.Read more