Mumbai News Desk

20 Feb 2026

The Mumbai coastal road, built to ease congestion and cut travel time, is facing criticism due to limited public transport usage. Despite having a dedicated BEST bus lane, only two bus routes currently operate on the corridor with low frequency. Commuters say long waiting times reduce the benefit of the signal-free road and force many to rely on private vehicles. Transport experts and citizens believe the infrastructure is underused and stress that higher bus frequency is essential for the project to deliver wider public value.Read more

20 Feb 2026

Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd managing director Karan Adani has approached Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to support the continuation of cabotage relaxation for Vizhinjam port. The appeal follows the Centre's move to withdraw the 2018 cabotage exemptions that allowed foreign-flag vessels to carry EXIM and empty containers on coastal routes. Industry stakeholders caution that a rollback could impact transshipment volumes, especially as Vizhinjam has emerged as a key hub since beginning commercial operations.Read more

20 Feb 2026

The International Air Transport Association has expressed concern over Mumbai airport's plan to suspend dedicated cargo aircraft operations from August 2026 to May 31, 2027 for major infrastructure upgrades. The airline body said it sought clarification from Mumbai International Airport Ltd in January but has not received a response. The airport operator has cited safety and capacity constraints due to extensive taxiway and apron reconstruction works. The proposed suspension could impact cargo movements at one of India's busiest air freight hubs.Read more

20 Feb 2026

Hindustan Power has announced a roadmap to build a 5 GW domestic energy portfolio by 2028, led by chairman Ratul Puri. The expansion will focus on renewable and transitional energy assets aligned with India's low-emission and energy security goals. With existing projects across multiple states, the company aims to strengthen domestic generation capacity while maintaining grid reliability. The plan is supported by disciplined financial planning, strong governance and a long-term capital strategy, positioning the company as an active private-sector participant in India's evolving power sector.Read more

20 Feb 2026

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd has commissioned a 71 MW solar power plant in Prayagraj, strengthening its renewable energy portfolio. The facility, spread over 210 acres, is expected to generate about 103.61 million units of green electricity annually and reduce carbon emissions by nearly 75,150 tonnes each year. Power from the plant will be supplied to BPCL's refineries in Mumbai, Bina and Kochi. The project supports the company's target of achieving net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2040.Read more

20 Feb 2026

Greenzo Energy and Lord's Mark Industries have partnered to develop around 60 MW of green hydrogen capacity and solar rooftop projects with battery storage across Uttar Pradesh, including Gorakhpur, Aligarh, Jhansi, and Lucknow. Greenzo Energy will manage technology and EPC aspects, while Lord's Mark will oversee project financing, regulatory approvals, and development. The initiative builds on Lord's Mark's prior MoU with the state government, representing an investment of over INR 2,000 crore. The five-year agreement is aimed at supporting Uttar Pradesh's renewable energy growth and contributing to India's decarbonization goals.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

20 Feb 2026

Ongoing construction of the Kurla-Halav Bridge in Mumbai has come under closer scrutiny after a fatal accident at an under-construction metro site in Mulund earlier this week. Residents living near the bridge alignment have renewed concerns over safety standards, restricted road width, and emergency access, stating that their objections had been raised much before the recent incident. The Mulund accident, in which a metro parapet collapsed onto a busy road, has strengthened local demands for stricter monitoring, clearer accountability, and a reassessment of construction methods at congested urban sites.Read more

20 Feb 2026

Japanese aircraft interiors maker Jamco Corporation is set to establish a Product Engineering Centre in Bengaluru, marking a key expansion of its engineering and manufacturing footprint in India's aviation sector. The centre will focus on developing and manufacturing full-scale aircraft interior components for leading global airlines including Boeing and Airbus, underlining India's growing role in the aerospace supply chain. Company leaders noted that the investment deepens Jamco's long-term commitment to the region, supported by Karnataka's strong aerospace ecosystem and skilled workforce.Read more

20 Feb 2026

Power Mech Projects has secured two major thermal power orders aggregating to over INR 1,000 crore, excluding GST. One contract worth INR 515 crore has been awarded by Mirzapur Thermal Energy (UP) Private Ltd for the Mirzapur Phase-I project, while another valued at INR 490 crore has been received from Mahan Energen Ltd for the Mahan Phase-III project. Both orders involve erection, testing, commissioning, and performance guarantee-related services for 2x800 MW ultra supercritical units, with execution timelines of 36 months from the respective Notices to Proceed.Read more

Noida News Desk

20 Feb 2026

The Union Cabinet has approved an 11.56-kilometre extension of the Noida Metro Aqua Line from Sector 142 to Botanical Garden, strengthening metro connectivity between Noida, Greater Noida and Delhi. The elevated corridor will add eight new stations and enable a direct interchange with Delhi Metro's Blue and Magenta Lines. The project involves an estimated investment of INR 2,254 crore and will expand the operational Noida Metro network to over 61 km. Once completed, the extension is expected to reduce travel time, ease road congestion and improve daily commuting efficiency.Read more