Delhi Chief Minister Shrimati Rekha Gupta highlighted persistent gaps in the city's civic infrastructure, noting that many areas still lack water pipelines and sewer connections even after decades of governance under previous administrations. She said residents continue to depend on water tankers and that key pipelines are being desilted only now, despite relying on a 1973-era master plan. Gupta criticised legislators for not prioritising core civic issues and urged better planning to use available funds effectively. At the event, she inaugurated 70 new Ayushman Mandirs offering diagnostics, medicines and essential services, and announced upcoming beautification projects, assuring that funding would not hinder Delhi's development goals.Read more

Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis has laid out a plan for all significant infrastructure projects in Mumbai to be completed by 2032, aiming for full city transformation within five to seven years. He emphasised work on sea-link extensions, new tunnels, free-flow bridges, and link roads to reduce congestion on the Western Express Highway. The metro network is to be built within five years, while public transport will be electrified. Sewage treatment upgrades and green zones in Dharavi form part of his wider environmental goals.Read more

The Karnataka High Court has issued detailed directions to ensure civil-court decrees are promptly and accurately reflected in the state's land records. A new workflow, 'Mutation based on Civil Court Decree,' has been introduced in Kaveri 2.0, enabling digital authentication of decrees by revenue and registration departments, followed by automatic mutation requests in the Bhoomi platform. Updated entries will also appear in the RTC, including proportional ownership details. For cases involving subdivision, 11-E sketches can now be attached to align boundaries with legal rulings. A joint legal-technical committee will oversee implementation within six months. The move addresses past delays and strengthens Karnataka's broader digital land-governance reforms.Read more

Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) has started work on the detailed project report (DPR) for its Phase?III extension, linking Aluva to Angamaly through Kochi airport. The DPR, awarded to Systra MVA Consulting India at about INR?1.3?crore, is expected within six months. Preparatory work includes soil testing, topographic surveys, and temporary land marking. The 17.5 km corridor will feature both elevated and underground sections. Public feedback will be invited to align planning with community expectations. Earlier approvals and planning studies support technical and financial feasibility of the project.Read more

China has agreed to invest about USD 1.4 billion to modernise the TAZARA railway in partnership with Zambia and Tanzania. The decision was finalised during China's Premier Li Qiang's recent visit to Zambia. The upgrade will cover the 1,860 km line, including tracks, bridges, tunnels, stations, and signalling systems. Freight capacity is expected to rise from roughly 100,000 tonnes a year to 2.4 million tonnes. The project is linked to a 30-year concession with CCECC and includes new locomotives, wagons, staff training, and long-term operational support.Read more

The earth intelligence sector has been witnessing a rapid shift as private climate-risk data firms experience heightened demand amid reduced scientific spending by the US administration. Real estate investors, energy companies and governments have increasingly been turning to private providers for climate analytics previously supported by publicly funded datasets. Companies such as Climate X, GHGSat, Fugro and Planet Labs have seen expansion in capital, revenue and scope of services, even as concerns grow around data accuracy and accessibility. Industry projections indicate substantial revenue growth for private data intelligence by 2030, supported by technological advancements and global climate-related pressures.Read more

The Andhra Pradesh government has approved INR 27 crore for restoring four rain-water outfall canals connected to the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport in Vizianagaram district. These canals OT1, OT2, OT4 and OT5 require desilting and improvements to handle storm-water flow from the airport site. The funds will be drawn from the HUDCO-supported INR 1,000 crore loan pool. The Water Resources Department will carry out the works. The government also requires the airport's master plan to include harvesting of at least 50% of on-site storm-water. The airport is scheduled for inauguration in August 2026.Read more

The Odisha cabinet has approved the Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2025 to position the state as a major hub for IT, R&D, analytics, finance and support services. The policy focuses on world-class infrastructure, a skilled workforce and progressive incentives, with plans to attract over INR 1,000 crore in investments and set up five GCC hubs across two major corridors. These hubs are expected to create more than 50,000 jobs. The policy offers land concessions, rental support, power subsidies, SGST reimbursements and sector-specific incentives. Alongside this, the state has introduced an e-lottery system for minor mineral leases and enhanced scholarships for SC/ST students, supporting broader regional and social development goals.Read more

Mizoram Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma met Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi this week to discuss pending and upcoming railway projects linked to the state's long-term connectivity plans. The CM requested the finalisation of the Sairang-Thenzawl rail line alignment in line with the Thenzawl Peace City master plan, and the minister indicated that the review would be completed by February 2026. The discussion also covered adjustments to train timings, reducing the Sairang-New Delhi travel time, increasing service frequency, linking the state's Inner Line Permit portal with IRCTC, and planning a warehouse near Sairang station.Read more

The PMRDA has approved an INR 156 crore plan to upgrade key roads in Khed taluka, particularly around the busy Chakan industrial area. The project includes widening and resurfacing seven PMRDA roads and five Major District Roads, expanding widths from 3.75 m to between 5.5 m and 10 m, with work targeted for completion in one year. To enable this, over 428 encroachments have been cleared, including 347 buildings. The initiative forms part of a larger INR 558.12 crore road development programme covering more than 40 km in and around Chakan. PMRDA has also begun land surveys for the proposed Chakan bypass, which will help divert heavy vehicles and ease local congestion.Read more

Indian Railways launched two new MEMU services connecting Delhi Junction-Shamli and Delhi Shahdara-Shamli to improve mobility for commuters, students, farmers, and professionals. The inauguration was led by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and MoS Jayant Chaudhary at Baraut station. Shamli station is being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a cost of INR 25 cr. Since 2014, Uttar Pradesh has added 5,272 km of rail tracks, fully electrified its lines, built over 1,460 flyovers/bridges, and installed lifts, escalators, and Wi-Fi across many stations.Read more

Meghalaya Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma met Union Civil Aviation Minister Shri K. Rammohan Naidu in New Delhi this week to push for the long-planned expansion of Shillong Airport and for the inclusion of Baljek Airport near Tura under the UDAN regional connectivity scheme. Sangma conveyed that both projects are important for improving air travel, boosting tourism and creating more economic opportunities for local communities. The aviation minister assured support and highlighted that better airport infrastructure would directly help tourism, handicrafts, agriculture and small livelihood groups.Read more

The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a INR 66,523-crore urban infrastructure acceleration mission under the PPP model, targeting major upgrades across 12 priority sectors by 2029. The plan focuses on smart water systems, modern transit corridors, integrated mobility, sustainable housing and advanced utilities, excluding Amaravati's development. The state expects the programme to add nearly INR 2.8 lakh crore to GSDP and has allocated INR 2,000 crore as Viability Gap Funding. The initiative is set to create about 2.3 lakh jobs, with strong emphasis on skilled youth and women's participation. Key proposals include five smart cities, 2,500 km of road upgrades, 15 transit systems and INR 35,000 crore in FDI for economic zones.Read more

Delhi authorities have intensified their action against construction-related air pollution, imposing fines totaling INR 2.36 crore and shutting 48 non-compliant construction sites. Over 200 show-cause notices were issued to projects violating dust-control norms. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has inspected more than 1,200 large construction sites and mapped nearly 4,900 localities, identifying 33 areas requiring immediate action. Real-time monitoring using video, PM?.?/PM?? sensors, and public display boards has been implemented. The drive also covers diesel generators, polluting industries, and coordinated measures with multiple municipal and urban agencies to enforce air quality standards.Read more

Metro Railway Kolkata is preparing a major upgrade of its Blue Line by constructing seven new traction substations across key stations on the corridor. These will be located at Kalighat, Netaji Bhawan, Maidan, Esplanade, MG Road, Sovabazar-Sutanuti, and between Belgachia and Shyambazar. Orders have also been placed for two additional substations at Chandni Chowk and Geetanjali. Along with this, the ventilation and cooling systems in tunnels and stations are being modernised to enhance safety, reduce energy usage, and improve overall performance. Recent past upgrades and planned signalling improvements also support this long-term modernisation effort.Read more

Maharashtra is undertaking a major initiative to reduce traffic congestion in Mumbai by creating an extensive underground tunnel network called 'Paatal Lok.' The tunnels, designed to run parallel to existing roads, will complement Metro expansions and coastal road projects, improving east-west and north-south connectivity. Key projects include tunnels linking Thane-Borivali, Mulund-Goregaon, Atal Setu-Girgaon Chowpatty, and Bandra-Bandra Kurla Complex. Additionally, the Mumbai One app now offers a common ticketing system for multiple transport modes while keeping second-class suburban train fares unchanged.Read more

South Central Railway (SCR) is working on a long-term plan to expand Hyderabad's rail network by building three major terminals at Nagalapalli, Jukal and Dabilpur. These terminals are linked to the Regional Ring Rail (RRR) project, estimated at INR 26,000 crore and planned to run around 392-420 km while connecting several surrounding districts. The upcoming facilities are intended to ease pressure on busy stations like Secunderabad, Kacheguda and Hyderabad. They will also support future passenger growth, long-distance travel and expanded MMTS services in the region.Read more

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is set to introduce an online system that will monitor airport projects in real time through CCTV feeds, drone visuals, videos and other digital inputs. The system, which has been in development for about a year, is expected to launch in the coming weeks and is aimed at improving oversight and reducing delays. AAI currently has around 25 projects underway, each costing between INR 200 crore and INR 500 crore. AAI and its PPP partners together have recorded capex of more than INR 96,000 crore since 2019-20.Read more

Noida International Airport (Jewar) is on the verge of beginning operations later this year, with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and Uttar Pradesh's civil aviation department set for a critical readiness review. After successful calibration tests of navigation, communication, and surveillance systems, the airport is awaiting its aerodrome licence. Its security infrastructure has already been cleared, and system-wide trials under the Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer (ORAT) programme are underway. Once approved, commercial domestic and cargo flights will launch, marking a major milestone for the infrastructure project.Read more

Air India Express will start flight operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport from December 25, with the first service to Bengaluru. The airline will operate daily flights to Bengaluru and five weekly flights to New Delhi, both of which are among its strongest domestic hubs. It also plans to double frequencies on these routes from January 2026. This expansion aligns with the carrier's recent network additions from Bengaluru to several domestic and international destinations. The move is expected to support the new airport's initial traffic growth and improve regional connectivity.Read more