02 Apr 2026

Chhattisgarh has emerged as the top-performing state in rural housing delivery, completing over six lakh homes in FY26. The progress has been driven by the combined implementation of PMAY-G, PM JANMAN Yojana and the state housing scheme. Around 18 lakh houses had been approved earlier, and the government has now ensured coverage of all eligible beneficiaries. The initiative has also supported rural livelihoods through women-led material supply models, mason training, and local employment, making it a broader development effort beyond housing construction.Read more

02 Apr 2026

The new terminal at Maharana Pratap Airport in Udaipur is nearing completion and is expected to open soon, significantly increasing passenger handling capacity. Built at a cost of around INR 887 crore, the terminal is designed to support future international operations. Authorities are in discussions with airlines to start international flights. The project is expected to improve connectivity, support tourism growth, and strengthen the local economy, while also creating positive momentum for real estate and hospitality demand in the region.Read more

02 Apr 2026

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is close to achieving its asset monetisation target of INR 30,000 crore for the financial year 2025-26, having already realised INR 28,307 crore through Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) and Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) transactions. The progress has been supported by recent monetisation rounds, including InvIT Round-5 and TOT Bundle-18, with additional bids under evaluation expected to bridge the remaining gap. The initiative forms part of the government's broader National Monetisation Pipeline, which aims to unlock capital from operational infrastructure assets and reinvest it into new highway development. The strategy also aligns with efforts to reduce reliance on borrowings and improve financial sustainability in road infrastructure funding.Read more

02 Apr 2026

The 11th ET Edge GCC Summit 2026 in Bengaluru showcased how India's Global Capability Centers are evolving into AI-driven strategic hubs. Leaders highlighted GCCs transition from operational units to centers of enterprise intelligence, focusing on talent, innovation, startup collaboration, cybersecurity, workplace design, and sustainability. Real estate and policy clarity are supporting this growth, while Bengaluru remains central to India's GCC ecosystem. The summit reinforced that the next phase of GCC success will depend on effectively integrating technology, human capital, and strategy to drive enterprise value and global competitiveness.Read more

02 Apr 2026

Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd has secured a contract worth over INR 421 crore from JSW Group companies to supply freight wagon rakes. The deal highlights the increasing role of private companies in rail logistics, supported by Indian Railways policy push to improve freight efficiency and reduce costs. The wagons are designed for high-capacity container movement and are expected to strengthen industrial supply chains. The order also reinforces Texmaco's established presence in the private freight wagon segment, where demand has been rising due to growing infrastructure and logistics needs.Read more

02 Apr 2026

KNR Constructions Ltd has secured a highway development contract worth INR 1,734 crore from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for a key stretch in Telangana under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). The project involves four-laning of an approximately 80 km section of National Highway 167 between Gudebellur and Mahabubnagar, forming part of the Hyderabad-Panaji corridor. The contract includes a construction period of 730 days followed by a 15-year operation and maintenance phase. The award strengthens the company's order book and reflects continued government investment in highway expansion under corridor-based infrastructure programmes aimed at improving connectivity and freight movement across regions.Read more

Noida News Desk

02 Apr 2026

A series of new expressway links and interchanges are being planned to strengthen connectivity to the Noida International Airport at Jewar, integrating it with major national corridors across the NCR and western Uttar Pradesh. Key proposals include an interchange connecting the Eastern Peripheral Expressway (EPE) with the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, dedicated link roads from the Yamuna Expressway, and additional corridors linking Faridabad and the Ganga Expressway. These projects aim to reduce travel time, improve regional accessibility, and distribute traffic across multiple routes. The infrastructure push is aligned with the airport's operational rollout and is expected to support passenger movement, logistics, and real estate development across the Yamuna Expressway influence zone.Read more

02 Apr 2026

Chandigarh is planning a significant expansion of its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, with authorities identifying 15 new locations for charging stations to meet rising demand. The proposal, prepared by the Chandigarh Renewable Energy Science and Technology (CREST) agency in the past week, comes amid sustained growth in EV adoption, with registrations exceeding 3,000 annually for the past three years. Notably, electric car registrations crossed 1,500 units in 2025, overtaking two-wheeler EVs for the first time. The expansion, subject to municipal approval, would increase the city's charging network from 36 to 51 stations. The initiative follows a public-private model where land is provided by the civic body and private firms handle installation and operations.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

02 Apr 2026

Jupiter Wagons Ltd is preparing to bid for a major suburban rail rolling stock tender floated by the Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation (MRVC), valued at over INR 20,000 crore, marking its entry into passenger coach manufacturing. The tender involves procurement of around 2,800 coaches for upgrading Mumbai's suburban rail network. To support its bid, the company plans to invest approximately INR 1,000 crore in a greenfield passenger coach manufacturing facility over the next year. The move aligns with India's broader push towards expanding mass transit and high-speed rail infrastructure. The company is also exploring partnerships with global players as it diversifies beyond freight wagons into passenger and metro segments.Read more

Bangalore News Desk

01 Apr 2026

The Karnataka government has announced a comprehensive plan to reduce traffic congestion in Bengaluru by developing new roads, flyovers, tunnel routes, and double decker corridors at major entry and exit points of the city. Long-pending projects such as the Ejipura flyover are moving towards completion after contractor dues were cleared. Plans also include 300 km of roads alongside stormwater drains and proposals to extend Metro services to suburbs like Tavarekere. These measures aim to improve connectivity, reduce travel time, and integrate urban transit across the city.Read more