The UK has named Wylfa in North Wales as the location for its first small modular reactor (SMR) nuclear power station, advancing its nuclear expansion plans despite US criticism. Funded with 2.5 billion pounds (USD 3.36 billion), the SMRs are designed to be faster and cheaper than traditional plants, supplying power for 3 million homes and creating 3,000 jobs locally. The government has also opened the door for a future large-scale nuclear plant, with GB Energy-Nuclear seeking a site by autumn 2026, while Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C continue construction.Read more

The Director General of Police, O P Singh, of Haryana has written to the central ministry and state PWD authorities emphasising prompt engineering intervention at 251 remaining accident-prone locations in the state. Between 2019-20 and 2023-24, the state identified 474 black spots, of which 223 have already been rectified, leaving 251 pending. Haryana recorded nearly 4,000 road-accident deaths between January and October this year, which the DGP noted was five times higher than the number of murders during the same period. The effort is part of a larger preventive policing drive involving data analysis, inter-departmental coordination and infrastructure upgrades.Read more

Dun & Bradstreet's City Vitality Index (CVI) for Q4 2025 highlights a changing pattern in India's urban economy, with smaller cities gaining strength alongside established metros. Bengaluru maintained its top position among metropolitan cities, while Ahmedabad and Pune followed. Among emerging cities, Ahmednagar rose to the top, supported by its agro-industrial base, dairy cooperatives, and sugarcane farming. Uttar Pradesh showed strong regional performance with several cities in the top 25. The index, based on satellite-based Earth Observation data, closely aligns with nominal GDP, reflecting India's expanding and diversifying urban growth.Read more

NCRTC has launched India's first solar-on-track initiative at the Namo Bharat Depot in Duhai, installing 28 solar panels along a 70-metre track stretch. With a total capacity of 15.4 kWp, the system is expected to generate 17,500 kWh annually and reduce 16 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year. The project utilizes idle track space to support NCRTC's net-zero carbon goals. Combined with rooftop solar, rainwater harvesting, sewage treatment, and regenerative braking systems, the initiative strengthens sustainable operations in urban transit.Read more

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has issued a public notice concerning the control, care, and feeding of stray dogs across its jurisdiction. Following recent Supreme Court directions, the civic body reminded citizens that while the sterilisation and vaccination of strays are ongoing under the Animal Birth Control (ABC) programme, residents must also comply with feeding regulations. The NMMC clarified that feeding will only be allowed at designated spots and specific times to prevent inconvenience to the public, in line with animal welfare guidelines.Read more

Tata Projects has announced that the Noida International Airport in Jewar is close to becoming operational, with DGCA approvals still in process. CEO Vinayak Pai said the airport could start operations shortly. The company is expanding its portfolio in sectors such as semiconductors, solar panels, and data centres, aiming to maintain an order book of INR 40,000-43,000 crore. Despite a net loss of INR 751 crore last year due to Covid-era projects, older projects are being completed, and new ventures are expected to drive profitability in the coming year.Read more

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has floated a tender worth INR 166?crore for the upcoming Mulund Bird Park, with four companies submitting bids and construction expected to start by December this year. Spread over 17?acres near the Johnson & Johnson factory in Nahur, the park will house more than 200 bird species in four themed zones tropical, African, Australian and aquatic. Facilities will include a veterinary clinic, breeding centre, amphitheatre, kids zone, food-court and parking. After earlier delays due to limited bidders, the BMC is targeting contract finalisation by October.Read more

Inox Wind Ltd has received a 100 MW turbine supply order from a major green-energy transition platform for its projects in Gujarat. The order includes supplying 3.3 MW wind turbines, limited-scope Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services, and long-term Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support after commissioning. The company recently secured 229 MW of additional orders, taking its total order inflow in FY26 to nearly 400 MW. Inox Wind, part of the INOXGFL Group, operates four manufacturing facilities across Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh.Read more

A joint committee led by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) must prepare a detailed action plan to stop untreated sewage from entering the Bhima River. The tribunal's earlier directive pointed out that responsibilities were being shifted between authorities. During a site visit the committee found untreated sewage flowing from the Satkarsthan Gram Panchayat area into the river. The NGT has asked for environmental-damage compensation from the local bodies and set deadlines for PMRDA and others to respond fully.Read more

Anthropic, the AI startup behind Claude models, is set to invest USD 50 billion in U.S. data centers, beginning with Texas and New York and expanding further in the future. The project will create 800 permanent and 2,400 construction jobs as operations commence throughout 2026. Supported by Google's parent Alphabet and Amazon, Anthropic aligns its expansion with national AI priorities, reinforcing U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence. Founded by ex-OpenAI staff, the company serves over 300,000 enterprise clients and is valued at USD 183 billion.Read more

The success of Mumbai's Metro Line 3 (Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ) has encouraged authorities to plan a series of large-scale underground infrastructure projects worth around INR 40,000 crore across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Agencies including the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) are preparing to execute these tunnel-based projects to improve connectivity while reducing land acquisition and environmental impact. Together, these initiatives will include more than 60 km of tunnels across key corridors.Read more

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) this week dismantled 14 illegal constructions surrounding Bhoja Talav along the Narol-Aslali Highway in Vatva, freeing approximately 12,540 sq m of lake-land from encroachment. At the same time in Lambha ward, two unused public toilet blocks and five compound walls in Saijpur-Gopalpur were removed. In Jamalpur, a structure on a leased plot whose lease expired in 2009 was demolished under police protection as the occupant was reportedly a history sheathe. Meanwhile, the AMC's solid waste management team inspected 289 units city-wide, issued littering notices in 116 cases, and seized 6 kg of banned plastic.Read more

Haryana Chief Minister emphasised that Gurugram, one of the fastest-growing cities in the state, must have efficient civic services. He instructed officials to prepare detailed reports on water supply, sewerage systems, and sewage treatment plants, while ensuring timely resolution of grievances. Seventeen complaints were addressed in a review meeting, with 15 resolved immediately and two pending further action. He also directed strict measures against illegal water supply operations and builders failing to provide basic amenities. The directives aim to strengthen governance and infrastructure in the rapidly expanding city.Read more

Madhya Pradesh is strengthening its renewable energy sector with the inauguration of three compressed biogas plants in Bhopal, Indore, and Satna. The units, set up by Reliance Green Energy, convert agricultural and organic waste into clean fuel, reducing pollution and stubble burning. CM Shri Mohan Yadav emphasized the importance of private participation in making the state a green energy hub. The plants will collectively produce 45,000 tons of biogas annually, cut 17,000 tons of carbon emissions, and create over 250 jobs, contributing to India's net zero carbon goals.Read more

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has been declared the top performer in the Local Self-Government category of the Sixth National Water Awards � 2024, organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The recognition highlights the corporation�s commendable efforts in water conservation and management. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place in New Delhi later this month, where the President of India will felicitate the winners.Read more

Eneos Holdings has cautioned that rising costs are affecting the profitability of its offshore wind projects in Japan. Its 375 MW Happo-Noshiro project, developed with Iberdrola and Tohoku Electric, is scheduled to start construction next year, with operations set for 2029. Cost pressures are widespread, with other developers like Mitsubishi and Mitsui & Co. citing high expenses. Japan is pushing to expand offshore wind capacity to 10 GW by 2030 and 45 GW by 2040 to enhance energy security and promote clean energy.Read more

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) launched a vigorous demolition drive in the Koparkhairane division earlier this month under the directives of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde. Guided by Additional Commissioner (2) Dr Rahul Gethe and Deputy Commissioner (Encroachment) Dr Kailas Gaikwad, the encroachment department acted upon court orders to remove an unauthorised structure in Mahape village. The structure, measuring approximately 6.5 metres by 6 metres, was demolished in compliance with judicial directives. Senior officials, engineers, and civic staff participated in the operation with police security and labour assistance.Read more

India's data centre sector continues its rapid growth, adding 260 MW to reach 1.5 GW by September. Mumbai dominates the landscape with 53 per cent of total capacity, driven by digitalisation, AI investments, and supportive government policies. Since 2019, the country has attracted nearly USD 94 billion in investments, with Telangana, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu leading. Major corporations, including the Tata Group, are expanding capacity. Cost advantages, global capability centres, and Mumbai's strategic location near internet hubs and submarine cables further boost India's appeal as a data centre destination.Read more

Juniper Green Energy has signed a 25-year PPA with GUVNL to develop a 50 MW wind project in Gujarat, through its subsidiary Juniper Green BESS Delta. The project is planned to begin supplying power from November 6, 2027. This long-term agreement underlines the company's commitment to renewable energy and supports Gujarat's clean energy goals. By securing a stable power purchase arrangement, Juniper Green Energy not only strengthens its position in the wind energy sector but also contributes to India's ongoing efforts to expand sustainable power infrastructure.Read more

Rajasthan has achieved over 1 lakh rooftop solar installations under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with installations growing to more than 10,000 per month. Jaipur, Ajmer, and Jodhpur discoms account for 33,922, 32,957, and 33,378 installations respectively, totaling 408 MW of capacity. Subsidies worth up to INR 78,000 have been credited to over 86,000 consumers. Rajasthan now ranks fifth nationally in rooftop solar adoption. Simplified procedures, awards, and exemption of upfront charges have significantly boosted participation under the scheme.Read more