Adani Power has raised its thermal capacity expansion target to 41 GW by 2032, the largest plan announced by a private player in India's power sector. The revised goal, up from 30 GW earlier, adds 11 GW and supports the government's push to expand thermal capacity by 80 GW by FY32. The new addition, requiring INR 1.8 lakh crore investment, will be largely funded through internal accruals, with INR 1.12 lakh crore expected to be available for capex over six years. Adani has already placed advance BTG equipment orders for 23,720 MW, giving it a competitive edge. Its current portfolio stands at 18,150 MW across six states.Read more

European prosecutors have initiated an inquiry into the 1.9 billion euro (USD 2.12 billion) Great Sea Interconnector project connecting Europe and the eastern Mediterranean. Developed by Greek operator IPTO, the project aims to link European and Cypriot transmission networks and later extend to Israel. It has faced repeated delays, raising questions about its cost and viability. Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides confirmed the investigation into possible criminal offenses but noted no specific targets have been identified. Upon completion, the cable is expected to be both the world's longest and deepest high-voltage subsea link.Read more

The Maharashtra government has cleared the INR 6,500-crore New Nagpur project, aimed at setting up a hi-tech business and finance hub in Hingna taluka. Spread across 692 hectares in Godhni and Ladgaon, it will feature an International Business and Finance Centre and is being implemented by the Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA) with NBCC (India) Ltd as consultant. Of the total outlay, INR 3,000 crore will be used for land acquisition and INR 3,500 crore for Phase I development, funded by a HUDCO loan backed by the state government.Read more

The Maharashtra cabinet, led by Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, approved an extensive set of infrastructure, welfare and policy measures in its recent meeting. Key clearances included new metro corridors across Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur, suburban rail expansion, and the creation of an international business hub in Nagpur. Major investments were also sanctioned for roads, rail corridors, and the Bombay High Court complex. Additionally, decisions on enhanced financial aid for disabled beneficiaries, revised energy policies and new tribal education schemes were finalised.Read more

The Bombay High Court has permitted the Maharashtra government to begin urgent repairs on the 26-kilometre Chinchoti-Kaman-Anjur-Mankoli road that connects Thane and Palghar to Bhiwandi's warehousing hub. The road's condition had worsened severely, causing accidents and traffic disruptions, while arbitration with the toll operator remained unresolved. Technical reports showed only a fraction of the required work had been completed. Growing protests from local groups and commuters added to the pressure, leading the court to allow the state to intervene and carry out repairs until a long-term solution is finalised.Read more

The Coimbatore metro, a forty-kilometre project estimated at INR 10,740 crore, is in the final stage of preparing its Land Plan Schedule. CMRL has completed primary mapping and submitted it for approval, while secondary planning to identify properties and land requirements is underway. Asset valuation and verification will follow, expected to conclude within two months. An urgent plan for a 1.4 km stretch has revised road width to thirty metres, requiring private and government land. Technical surveys have been validated, and studies on a possible double-decker line on Avinashi Road are ongoing.Read more

Morocco is setting up judicial committees inside stadiums to quickly handle fan-related offences during the 2030 World Cup, which it will co-host with Spain and Portugal. Justice reforms include updates to penal and family codes, alternative penalties, multilingual judicial counters, and cooperation agreements with co-host nations. Alcohol consumption rules for fan zones are under review, and specialized judge training and mediation services will ease court workloads. The preparations complement infrastructure upgrades aimed at managing an expected increase in international visitors.Read more

Karnataka has attracted over INR 12 lakh crore in new investments from 2021-22 to 2024-25, driven by a supportive investment climate, strategic policies, and a strong talent ecosystem. The state leads in innovation, IT, aerospace, and machine tools exports while hosting a thriving MSME and startup ecosystem, including 45 unicorns. Tourism and agriculture sectors show growth potential, with recommendations for improved infrastructure, community involvement, and financial support for long-term sustainability. The study underscores Karnataka's strategic position as a hub for investment, innovation, and economic growth.Read more

The Union Road Transport and Highways Ministry held a consultation workshop earlier this week, chaired by Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari, to deliberate on innovative policy measures aimed at improving urban connectivity. The discussions focused on building ring roads, bypasses, and elevated corridors to reduce congestion on National Highways passing through growing cities. Officials and dignitaries also considered sustainable financing models, state participation, and amendments to existing laws for smoother land acquisition and project execution.Read more

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced a large township project called Varun Vihar, spread over 5,600 acres along the Agra Expressway. The plan includes a 300-acre logistics park with direct connectivity to the expressway and Kisanpath, more than 15,000 residential, commercial, and group-housing plots, and supporting facilities such as an inter-state bus terminal, an international-standard golf course, and a central park. Nearly 800 acres have been earmarked for green belts and water bodies. The project aims to create a balanced township with housing, infrastructure, and employment opportunities.Read more

The Maharashtra cabinet approved multiple major infrastructure and transport projects across the state, including the Wadala-CSMT-Gateway of India Metro Line in Mumbai, a ring metro in Thane, Pune Metro extensions, and Nagpur Metro Phase-II. State participation in suburban rail expansions and the Pune-Lonavala third and fourth line project was finalized, with local bodies also contributing funds. Social welfare schemes for persons with disabilities were enhanced, and policies on fly-ash use, labor law amendments, and scholarships for Scheduled Tribes were approved. Key developments in Thane and Nagpur, including elevated corridors and an IBFC, were also cleared.Read more

ACME Solar Holdings has been awarded a 50 MW Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy project by Tata Power-D under a 250 MW FDRE tender at a tariff of INR 4.43 per unit. The project will combine solar power with Battery Energy Storage System technology to maintain a minimum 40 per cent annual CUF and provide four hours of peak-hour supply with 90 per cent monthly availability. Scheduled to be commissioned within 24 months under a 25-year PPA, the project strengthens ACME Solar's 2,890 MW portfolio and highlights its focus on reliable, hybrid renewable energy solutions.Read more

Inox Green Energy Services has expanded its solar operations and maintenance portfolio, adding 189.1 MWp from new agreements with Independent Power Producers in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh. This brings its solar O&M portfolio to 1.8 GW and total renewable energy O&M capacity to 5.3 GW. The company provides long-term maintenance services to major IPPs, public sector undertakings, and retail clients, focusing on operational efficiency and performance optimization. Its steady expansion across India's renewable energy sector highlights its ability to manage large-scale projects and support reliable energy output.Read more

IHG Hotels & Resorts announced that it had entered into a management agreement with Hotel Chetan International to develop two new properties in Bengaluru's KIADB Aerospace Park. The hotels, comprising a Crowne Plaza and a Holiday Inn Express, will collectively add more than 420 keys to India's hospitality market when they open in the first quarter of 2028. The development underscores the group's focus on strengthening its presence in India, where it already operates 51 hotels and maintains a substantial pipeline of new projects.Read more

The government has earmarked ten major highway stretches across India to facilitate the operation of green hydrogen-powered trucks, as part of its strategy to tackle vehicular pollution. Hydrogen fuelling stations will be installed by Indian Oil and Reliance Petroleum, while Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, and Volvo have already begun manufacturing such vehicles. Union minister Nitin Gadkari underlined the importance of climate change mitigation, infrastructure development for a USD 5 trillion economy, and reducing logistics costs to make India globally competitive.Read more

Highway Infrastructure Limited (HIL), a key player in India's infrastructure sector, posted robust results for the first quarter of FY 2025-26, driven by higher toll collections, operational efficiencies, and expansion of its toll operations. Revenue grew 38% year-on-year while net profit after tax rose by 128%. With new toll projects in Uttar Pradesh and additional contract wins, HIL has expanded its order book significantly, reinforcing its long-term growth visibility. The company also emphasised investments in digital tolling technologies such as RFID and ANPR systems.Read more

The Madras High Court criticised the Greater Chennai Corporation for failing to enforce sealing orders against unauthorised buildings promptly. The bench remarked that the civic body acted with negligence and indolence by allowing occupants to pursue alternate legal remedies instead of carrying out directives. Following contempt proceedings, officials issued an apology, which the court accepted after the property in Virugambakkam was finally sealed.Read more

Odisha Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi has announced the creation of seven new municipalities and 16 Notified Area Councils (NACs) to strengthen urban governance and infrastructure. Former NACs including Karanjia, Boudh, Bhanjanagar, Aska, Chhatrapur, Kabisuryanagar, and Polasara have been upgraded to municipalities, while new NACs have been formed in districts such as Balangir, Cuttack, Ganjam, Kalahandi, Koraput, Jajpur, Khurda, and Mayurbhanj. With this expansion, Odisha now has 143 urban local bodies, comprising 54 municipalities, 83 NACs, and six municipal corporations. The CM also set an April 2026 deadline for pothole-free roads and closed drains, underscoring a push for better civic amenities statewide.Read more

Dharan Infra EPC has secured work orders worth INR 1,171.21 crore from Skymax Infra Power for EPC works and supply and installation at Orvakal Industrial Park in Andhra Pradesh. The projects, scheduled for completion by March 2027, include significant international procurement of plant and machinery, accounting for nearly 80 percent of the contract value. Execution will be carried out either directly or through the company's subsidiaries. With a history of delivering large-scale infrastructure and energy projects, Dharan Infra EPC's new contracts reflect its continued focus on expanding industrial and energy project capabilities in India.Read more

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) conducted a review of infrastructure projects in Karnataka, Kerala, and Telangana during a recent meeting chaired by Secretary Amardeep Bhatia. Senior officials from central ministries, state governments, and project proponents participated in the discussions. The review covered projects worth several thousand crores, including issues related to Reliance Jio's 5G and 4G network expansion. The meeting particularly addressed concerns over pending forest and wildlife clearances in Telangana.Read more