13 Jul 2025

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plans to bid out 124 highway and expressway projects valued at INR 3.4 lakh crore in FY26. This initiative aims to address a slowdown in awards and build developer confidence. Nearly 78% of these projects will be offered under a Public-Private Partnership model, with the rest government-funded. Notable projects include the Gorakhpur-Kishangan-Siliguri highway and the Patna-Purnea stretch. NHAI has made the full project list public to prepare developers for this revitalization of India's road infrastructure.Read more

13 Jul 2025

Telangana Chief Minister Shri A Revanth Reddy held discussions with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, pressing for the immediate release of INR 596.61 crore approved by NICDIT for the Zaheerabad Industrial Smart City project. He also sought central assistance for infrastructure works including power and water supply. Additional requests included support for the Hyderabad-Warangal Corridor, expediting Warangal Airport development, approving the Hyderabad-Bangalore Aero-Defence corridor, and endorsing 100 proposed plug-and-play industrial parks across the state.Read more

13 Jul 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis directed authorities to fast-track the implementation of approved power infrastructure projects in Nagpur and Amravati, citing a surge in electricity demand fuelled by industrial, commercial, and real estate growth. Chairing a high-level meeting, he stated that INR 713 crore would be required for Nagpur and INR 242 crore for Amravati, while also instructing officials to plan future capacity based on population projections for 2035. The CM, who also holds the energy portfolio, emphasised preventive measures and the importance of completing existing projects swiftly.Read more

13 Jul 2025

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) will lead a INR 45 crore project to conserve and restore key Gandhian heritage sites in Wardha, Maharashtra, including Gandhi Smriti Bhavan, Kasturba Kitchen, and Wardha Haat. This initiative, in collaboration with MGIRI, aims to preserve architectural, historical, and cultural significance, promoting rural development and public engagement. The project, set for 18-month completion, will transform sites into multimedia museums and artisan marketplaces, making Wardha a hub for Gandhian thought and sustainable heritage tourism.Read more

12 Jul 2025

The Meghalaya government has sought financial backing of INR 2,270 crore from the Union Ministry of Power to fund critical power transmission projects, as confirmed by state Power Minister Abu Taher Mondal during the 16th National Power Committee meeting. The proposed plan, already approved by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), aims to increase transmission capacity by 760 MVA and extend the network by 190 circuit kilometres. Mondal emphasised the strategic need for new infrastructure, particularly in areas near the Bangladesh border, while also highlighting funding hurdles and cyber threat concerns.Read more

12 Jul 2025

Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that the Centre has invested INR 5 lakh crore in the North East over 11 years, aiming to make it a key player in India's economic transformation. Covering all eight northeastern states, the funds support infrastructure, welfare, and industry. Scindia highlighted that the region's annual growth rate of 11-13% outpaces the national average of 6-7%. At the 'Rising North East' summit, private sector proposals worth INR 4 lakh crore were received, indicating strong investor confidence. Scindia emphasized the region's potential to shape both national and global development, as the government works to foster inclusive, sustainable growth across India's historically underserved states.Read more

12 Jul 2025

JSW Infrastructure has secured a letter of award from the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority for a port development project worth INR 740 crore at Netaji Subhas Dock in Kolkata. The project entails reconstructing berth 8 and mechanising berth 7 under a 30-year DBFOT concession within the PPP framework. With a two-year construction schedule, JSW Infrastructure will also commence operations during the build phase. The project will expand the company's container handling capacity, aligning with its broader strategy to strengthen presence on both eastern and western coastlines through the government's port privatisation scheme.Read more

12 Jul 2025

Mumbai's domestic hazardous waste collection initiative has seen nearly 2,000 establishments register, including housing societies and beauty parlours, covering about 4.5 lakh citizens. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) transports an average of 1.7 tonnes of waste daily to six plasma incineration facilities. This initiative aims for safe disposal of items like diapers and medicines, which can contaminate other waste. Despite generating 80-100 tonnes daily, the current collection is a fraction. The BMC plans more efforts to boost participation and manage all waste categories.Read more

12 Jul 2025

The Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation (MPIDC) has initiated land pooling for the 19.60 km Indore-Pithampur Economic Corridor. This infrastructure project, estimated to cost over INR 2,400 crore, aims to boost industrial growth and connectivity between Indore, Pithampur, and the airport. Farmers will receive 60% developed land as compensation, an increase from the usual 50%. The corridor, 75 meters wide, will feature commercial, industrial, and residential activities along its sides. Land consents are being collected from 17 villages, preparing for construction to begin in the coming months.Read more

11 Jul 2025

The BMC is considering developing a dedicated indoor event space near the Mahalaxmi Racecourse stables in Mumbai, encouraged by a INR 7.5 crore revenue boost from recent events. The proposed 15-acre facility would host cultural and corporate events, especially during monsoons. This initiative follows BMC taking possession of 120.1 acres of the 212.7-acre racecourse plot last year. Officials also discussed mapping underground utilities and coordinating a pedestrian tunnel to the Metro 3 station, ensuring development without disrupting horse racing.Read more