Chhattisgarh’s railway development has received a major push, with the annual allocation rising from an average INR 311 crore a decade ago to INR 6,925 crore for 2025–26. Track expansion has also picked up, moving from only 32 km between 2009 and 2014 to 1,189 km commissioned since 2014. The state currently has 26 sanctioned projects covering 1,932 km, with over 1,000 km already completed. Several doubling and third-line works have recently been finished, while major new-line projects continue. The Railways has also conducted extensive surveys to map future needs.Read more

The Madras High Court has ordered a detailed probe into a INR 93-crore compensation payout made by Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) to landowners for a metro expansion project. The court has asked for full documentation—including valuation reports, beneficiary details and payment records—to verify whether compensation was fair and procedurally sound. The order follows allegations of improper valuation or lapses in due process. The audit aims to ensure transparency in large public land acquisitions, where scrutiny is essential to maintain trust and protect landowner rights. Depending on the findings, CMRL may face revisions to its compensation framework or strengthened validation of its existing procedures.Read more

Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Ltd has signed an MoU with NABARD to secure a long-term loan of INR 1,685.27 crore for strengthening and expanding the state’s power transmission network. This marks NABARD’s first project-financing support to any Odisha PSU. Deputy Chief Minister K. V. Singh Deo said the loan, offered at a concessional 7.75% interest rate, reflects confidence in the state’s energy reforms. About INR 900 crore will fund new transmission lines, substations and corridor upgrades, while the rest will refinance high-cost debt. The partnership is expected to boost power reliability for industries and households and support Odisha’s broader economic and infrastructure growth plans.Read more

HIL has won a INR 328.77 crore NHAI contract for toll operations and maintenance on the Chilakaluripet–Vijayawada stretch of NH16, boosting its total order book to INR 1,078 crore. The order book now includes INR 577 crore in EPC projects and INR 502 crore in tollway operations. Management highlights that this addition strengthens revenue visibility and positions HIL for future large-scale highway projects, reflecting the company’s steady growth in India’s road and highway infrastructure sector.Read more

The Union government has sanctioned INR 44,771 crore for Odisha’s road infrastructure this financial year, focusing on national and state highway improvements and a proposed greenfield corridor. National highway upgrades cover Bhubaneswar–Puri, Tangi–Puintola–Ichchapuram, Rourkela–Barbil–Paradip, and NH149 sections. State highway projects include Barpali–Bolangir, Kesinga–Junagarh, Bolangir–Nayagarh, Hinjilikatu bypass, Berhampur–Kalusandhpur, and Parlakhemundi–Mohana roads. The planned Bhubaneswar–Paradip corridor will improve port connectivity, support industrial logistics, and boost economic growth across Odisha.Read more

A century-old three storey building in Kolkata’s Bowbazar partially collapsed earlier this week, injuring one person. Kolkata Metro Railway inspected the site and clarified that it is not responsible for fresh damage, noting that tunnelling work was already completed and no active construction is underway. Temporary supports were installed, and Kolkata Municipal Corporation has been asked to assess the building. Residents had reported train vibrations days before the collapse. Bowbazar has experienced recurring structural issues since 2019, highlighting the need for proper maintenance and monitoring of ageing urban buildings.Read more

Major utilities across the United States have reported an unprecedented rise in long-term power supply agreements with data centre operators, driven by surging demand from artificial intelligence, cloud computing and hyperscale expansion. Industry assessments earlier this year suggested that data centres could account for nearly 8% of US power generation by 2030, up sharply from 3% in 2022. Over the past two years, utilities have signed multi-gigawatt clean-energy contracts, revived nuclear capacity, secured major hyperscaler deals and committed significant infrastructure investment to support large-scale campuses led by Google, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon and other developers.Read more

Tripura's Ministry of Rural Development has approved 25 road projects totaling 65.38 km under PM-JANMAN, costing INR 68.67 crore. These roads will connect 30 habitations of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), improving all-weather access to schools, healthcare, and markets. Beyond accessibility, the projects are expected to boost local trade, create employment during construction, and integrate remote communities with urban centres. This infrastructure push is a key step in supporting socio-economic development and inclusive growth in Tripura's tribal areas.Read more

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has strengthened its single-use plastic ban enforcement, collecting penalties totalling INR 20.65 lakh and seizing 2,146.97 kg of prohibited plastic between January and November 2025. Acting under the guidance of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, civic teams carried out sustained inspections across commercial establishments, targeting plastic bags and other restricted items. Ten dedicated squads-eight ward-level and two divisional�have been conducting routine checks, with action ranging from fines to confiscation. The initiative is supported by continuous public awareness drives urging residents and traders to avoid plastic usage.Read more

Waaree Energies became the first Indian solar panel manufacturer to produce over 1 GW of solar modules in a single month, achieving this milestone in November 2025. The company described this as a historic achievement for India's solar manufacturing sector and a key step in strengthening the nation's renewable energy ecosystem. The milestone highlights Waaree Energies' growing production capacity, its role in meeting domestic and international demand, and India's broader efforts to expand solar energy manufacturing and reduce import dependency while advancing the country's clean energy targets.Read more

MSRTC will add 8,000 new buses to its fleet by 2026, according to Maharashtra transport minister Pratap Sarnaik. Tenders for 3,000 buses are already completed, with work orders issued to Tata and Ashok Leyland, while procurement for the remaining 5,000 buses is in progress. The state has also allocated INR 2,893 crore through a supplementary budget to clear long-pending staff dues and ensure timely monthly salaries. MSRTC will recruit 2,500 drivers on contract and continue working on its long-term plan to shift completely to electric buses by 2047.Read more

The Haryana government has released INR 1,700 crore to HSVP and multiple metropolitan development authorities to support ongoing city infrastructure work. This comes after the state had earmarked INR 3,000 crore in its 2025-26 budget from the external development charges (EDC) fund for major cities, including Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonipat, Panchkula and Hisar. The planning department has already used a large share of the existing fund for development work. The state had also allocated INR 2,188 crore in the previous year to metropolitan agencies, reflecting a continued focus on improving urban services and core infrastructure.Read more

The Maharashtra government has signed three MoUs to develop pumped-storage hydropower projects worth INR 23,800 crore across Pune, Raigad, Satara and Ahilyanagar districts. Partnering with JSW Neo Energy, Mahagenco Renewable Energy and New Asian Infrastructure Development, the state plans to create 5,800 MW of capacity and around 11,500 jobs. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said Maharashtra is positioning itself as India's leading hub for pumped-storage systems, supported by the natural elevation of the Western Ghats and existing dam infrastructure. The projects including the Western Ghats, Koyna Stage-6 and Sarovar pumped-storage facilities are expected to enhance grid stability by balancing renewable-energy fluctuations.Read more

NTPC Green Energy has begun commercial power supply from a 6.6 MW wind unit at its 100 MW hybrid renewable project in Bhuj, Gujarat. The project is being developed by Ayana Renewable Power Four, part of a joint venture between NTPC and ONGC. With this commissioning, NTPC Green Energy's installed capacity has risen to 7,645.675 MW, while its commercial capacity now stands at 7,639.075 MW. The broader NTPC Group's total installed and commercial capacity has reached 84,931 MW. The new wind addition strengthens NTPC's expanding renewable-energy portfolio and highlights the growing role of hybrid projects in enhancing generation stability and supporting India's clean-energy transition.Read more

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has stepped up deep-cleaning and dust-control work across MIDC corridors as part of its wider air-pollution mitigation plan. Beyond routine sanitation, internal MIDC roads are now being cleaned using mechanical brushes and flapper machines, followed by washing with treated water. In Ghansoli ward, a major drive covered the Rabale MIDC stretch from MTNL to Kalpana Hotel, with 30 workers deployed and an encap vehicle used to spray fine mist to reduce airborne dust. A similar effort was carried out on the Siddharthnagar-Fibre Company route. Acting on directives from Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, ward-level teams are intensifying road-cleaning to improve local air quality.Read more

Amazon will invest USD 35 billion in India over the next five years to grow in AI, logistics, cloud computing, and quick commerce. The company, which has invested USD 40 billion since 2010, aims to create one million new jobs and raise exports for Indian sellers from USD 20 billion to USD 80 billion by 2030. Programs like 'Accelerate Exports' and partnerships with industry bodies will help small businesses and manufacturers reach global markets. The move strengthens Amazon's position against Flipkart, local conglomerates, and fast-delivery firms while supporting India's digital and economic growth.Read more

Transrail Lighting has received new EPC orders worth INR 822 crore covering power transmission, civil works, poles and lighting projects. The package includes a 400 kV transmission-line contract in a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country, marking the company's first project in the region. With these wins, Transrail's order inflow for FY26 has crossed INR 5,110 crore, supported further by an L1 position of over INR 2,000 crore. These developments build on the company's earlier domestic transmission and infrastructure work and strengthen visibility for upcoming quarters.Read more

Assam has approved 3,25,234 new rural households under PMAY-G and handed over their sanction letters at a state-level event in Boko, Kamrup district. The latest batch adds to earlier distributions, including 5 lakh approvals in mid-2022, instalments released across 2022 and 2023, and nearly 3.9 lakh sanction letters issued earlier this year. With geo-tagging of eligible homes completed, the state will prepare updated beneficiary lists through gram sabhas. The move is meant to help economically weaker families gain safe rural housing with better access to welfare schemes.Read more

The Karnataka government has decided to create a monitoring group to oversee the progress of Bengaluru's Namma Metro Blue Line, which will run from Central Silk Board to KR Pura along the Outer Ring Road. The committee will include government officials and industry representatives and will track construction, review delays, and coordinate road-infrastructure upgrades. The 19 km stretch with 13 stations is planned for completion by December 2026, with extensions toward the airport planned for 2027. The state has set aside INR 450 crore for related road work along the corridor.Read more

Trump Media & Technology Group has pledged INR 1 lakh crore for Bharat Future City, a 765 sq km urban project near Hyderabad overseen by the Future City Development Authority. The funds will support infrastructure, real estate, technology, and commercial development. Announced during the Telangana Rising Global Summit, the project complements other state investment commitments totaling over INR?2.4?lakh crore across sectors like green energy, defence, manufacturing, and logistics, positioning Telangana as a growing hub for large-scale urban and technological development.Read more