06 Jan 2026

India's highway sector is undergoing a structural shift as central government road project awards have remained subdued over the last two years. According to India Ratings and Research, this slowdown has moved the focus toward state governments, which are now driving most new project awards. While this has helped maintain construction activity, it has also brought execution, funding, and working capital challenges for developers. The rating agency expects limited growth in central awards, a higher share of BOT projects, and continued pressure on sector margins.Read more

06 Jan 2026

Singapore's Changi Airport recorded its highest-ever passenger traffic in 2025, handling around 70 million travellers during the year. This marked a clear recovery from the aviation slowdown caused by the pandemic and surpassed the airport's earlier peak of 68.3 million passengers in 2019. Traffic also rose from about 67.7 million passengers in 2024, reflecting steady growth. Officials linked the strong performance to the revival of international travel and said it supports long-term infrastructure expansion plans, including the upcoming Terminal 5 project.Read more

Nagpur News Desk

06 Jan 2026

Nagpur Metro's Phase III expansion plans have been finalised to extend connectivity to New Nagpur and the Butibori Industrial Area, aiming to strengthen public transport access for residents and businesses beyond the current network. The proposed extension represents a strategic move to integrate rapidly growing urban and industrial zones into the metro system, enhancing commuter convenience and reducing travel time. Officials said detailed planning is underway to align routes with projected demand, improve last-mile connectivity and support economic development. The Phase III extension is expected to address urban mobility needs, boost regional investment prospects and promote sustainable transportation across the Nagpur metropolitan area.Read more

06 Jan 2026

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation carried out an intensive road-cleaning drive on the busy Sion-Panvel Highway as part of its ongoing efforts to improve air quality and reduce road dust. The campaign focused on deep cleaning of carriageways and footpaths using mechanised brushing, removal of accumulated soil and washing of roads with treated water through jetting spray systems. Alongside the highway stretch from Vashi to Belapur, several major internal roads across the city were also covered. The regular and sustained initiative aims to curb dust pollution, enhance road hygiene and improve overall urban air quality across Navi Mumbai.Read more

06 Jan 2026

City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) has achieved its first-ever tunnel breakthrough in the Hetawane Water Supply Scheme at Shaft 4 in Wahal village, Navi Mumbai. Executed by Afcons Infrastructure Ltd, 5.52 km of the 8.7 km treated water tunnel under Package 1 is completed, overcoming geological and operational challenges. The scheme, including 13.25 km of raw water and 15.4 km of treated water tunnels, aims to raise the city's water capacity from 150 million litres per day (MLD) to 270 MLD. Completion is expected ahead of schedule, supporting urban growth.Read more

06 Jan 2026

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail project marked a major construction milestone with the completion of Mountain Tunnel 5 (MT 5) in Palghar district, Maharashtra. Spanning 1.5 km between Virar and Boisar stations, it is the first mountain tunnel on the 508 km corridor. This breakthrough clears almost the entire alignment between Thane and Ahmedabad, leaving only the Mumbai-Thane undersea stretch pending. The corridor will feature 12 stations and three depots, with trains running at speeds of 320 kmph, reducing travel time to about 2 hours 17 minutes. Phased commissioning will start before the full route becomes operational.Read more

Pune News Desk

06 Jan 2026

Pune airport is preparing for significant growth in 2026, expecting an additional 10 lakh passengers, which marks around a 7 per cent rise compared to 2025. Domestic traffic grew by nearly 5 per cent last year, while international travel surged over 65 per cent. Authorities are focusing on infrastructure improvements, including a new Security Hold Area, terminal expansion, additional parking bays, and runway upgrades. The Indian Air Force allocated 15 extra flight slots, but airlines have not fully utilised them due to infrastructure limitations. Experts urge timely expansion to ensure smooth operations.Read more

06 Jan 2026

The Ministry of Railways has approved the addition of third and fourth lines on the Badlapur Karjat suburban section under the Mumbai Urban Transport Project 3B (MUTP 3B), following clearance from the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs and agreement from the Maharashtra government. Spanning 32.46 km and covering six stations, the project is estimated at INR 1,324 crore, with funding shared equally between the Railways ministry and the state government. Executed by the Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC), the project will require around 37.79 hectares of land and aims to reduce congestion, improve train scheduling, and support both suburban and freight operations.Read more

06 Jan 2026

IndiGo has strengthened air connectivity from Puducherry by operating 14 flights per week to Bengaluru and Hyderabad, completing one year of scheduled services from the Union Territory. The airline began these operations in December 2024 to address long-standing connectivity gaps. Regular services have eased travel for residents seeking specialised healthcare, higher education, and business opportunities in larger cities. The improved links have also enabled smoother onward domestic and international connections, reducing dependence on neighbouring airports and improving overall accessibility for Puducherry.Read more

05 Jan 2026

GMR Visakhapatnam International Airport Limited has completed a crucial regulatory step for the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport with the successful conduct of a validation flight. The exercise assessed runway readiness, air navigation systems and overall airside infrastructure as part of the process to obtain an aerodrome licence. Officials from the civil aviation ministry, Airports Authority of India, Andhra Pradesh government and GMR were present. With construction largely completed, the development signals steady progress toward starting commercial operations and strengthening regional air connectivity.Read more