The Maharashtra government has approved land acquisition for the INR 80,000 crore Maharashtra-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway, a project aimed at promoting tourism, transport, and rural development across 12 districts. The government has sanctioned a INR 12,000 crore loan from HUDCO to acquire around 7,500 hectares of land for the project, which will be executed by the MSRDC. This approval comes after a previous delay in land acquisition due to farmer protests in Kolhapur in 2023. The project is a key part of the state government's plan to boost the economy of the rural areas and connect the Shakti Peeths.Read more

NCRTC, in partnership with the Uttar Pradesh government, is preparing master plans to combine housing and commercial development with the 82-km Delhi-Meerut rapid rail corridor. The approach is based on Transit-Oriented Development, which encourages housing, offices, and amenities close to transit hubs. In Delhi, Jangpura and Sarai Kale Khan hubs are at advanced stages, while Meerut has allocated over 3,200 hectares for TOD growth, including a 350-hectare township. NCRTC has also invited bids to monetize land in Ghaziabad, Duhai Depot, Bhaisali, and Modipuram Depot, with a Project Management Unit set to oversee implementation.Read more

Sardar Baug, a heritage garden in Ahmedabad, has been reopened to the public after a complete restoration carried out by UNM Foundation under its PRATITI initiative. Once known for its orchards and gatherings of freedom fighters, the garden had fallen into decline over the decades. The restoration has revived both its cultural and ecological identity with features such as a walking track, children's play area, amphitheatre, rose garden, and water bodies. It is now the eleventh garden developed under PRATITI, which maintains large public green spaces across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, and Daman.Read more

The Rann of Kutch in Gujarat is emerging as a hub for India's renewable energy ambitions, drawing multi-billion-dollar projects from Adani Group and Reliance Industries. Adani is building the world's largest green energy park at Khavda, spanning 538 sq km, with 30 GW of solar-wind capacity-5.6 GW already operational and full capacity targeted within four years. Reliance is developing a 2,225 sq km single-site solar project, deploying 55 MW of modules daily with large-scale battery storage, aiming to meet 10% of India's power needs. With NTPC also planning 4.75 GW, Kutch's vast barren land, high solar radiation, and strong grid links make it ideal for large-scale renewable energy.Read more

India's urban infrastructure sector has seen investments worth INR 30 lakh crore over the past decade, with an additional INR 10 lakh crore expected in the next four years, according to the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Secretary. He emphasised the need for the real estate industry to align projects with infrastructure growth and urged proactive participation in regulatory compliance and urban development. He also highlighted the importance of private sector contribution in enhancing efficiency of urban services.Read more

In a major boost to India's clean energy goals, Power Finance Corporation (PFC) has secured a loan agreement worth 60 billion Japanese Yen (approximately INR 3,500 crore) from the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC). The financing, secured under JBIC's Global Action for Reconciling Economic Growth and Environmental Preservation (GREEN) initiative, will support sustainable projects, including a pioneering second-generation bio-ethanol plant in Assam that uses bamboo as feedstock. The deal not only strengthens Indo-Japanese economic ties but also underscores a global commitment to advancing green infrastructure and self-reliance in the energy sector.Read more

ABB India has secured an order worth INR 173.55 crore from Siemens Gamesa Renewable Power to supply advanced wind turbine converters and electrical cabinets. The deal, which will see monthly deliveries from January to December 2026, reinforces ABB India's position as a key player in the clean energy supply chain. The order is particularly significant as it provides a strategic boost to ABB India's business, which has been navigating a period of mixed financial results, while also supporting Siemens Gamesa's ongoing operational restructuring and commitment to the Indian market through key partnerships.Read more

Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited (CPDL) has served disconnection notices to more than eight hundred households for unauthorised extensions and encroachments around electrical infrastructure. The company stated that such violations, including protruding balconies, boundary walls and building extensions, are in breach of statutory safety norms and pose severe risks. Homeowners have been directed to remove the offending structures promptly or face disconnection and legal action.Read more

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has moved forward with preparations for the Hathras Urban Centre, the final hub planned under Phase II of its Master Plan 2031. A consultant is being appointed to prepare a detailed project report (DPR) that will serve as the framework for land acquisition, developer selection, and project execution. The proposed centre is designed to integrate residential, industrial, and commercial development, while addressing infrastructure deficits and strengthening Hathras's position as a key satellite to Agra.Read more

In a major move to boost India's clean energy transition, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA) have agreed to establish dedicated task forces. The decision, made at a high-level roundtable, aims to expedite project execution and streamline policies to meet India's ambitious goal of 100 GW of wind energy by 2030. These task forces will address key challenges, including land acquisition and grid integration issues, with a focus on positioning India not only to meet its targets but also to become a global hub for wind energy manufacturing.Read more

The board of ACME Solar Holdings has given its nod to a proposal to raise up to INR 3,000 crore in a phased manner. The capital will be raised through the issuance of various equity-linked instruments, including qualified institutional placement (QIP) or a further public offer (FPO), to support the company's ongoing and future projects. The decision, which is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM on September 29, 2025, positions ACME to capitalize on the increasing demand for clean energy and accelerate the execution of its substantial project pipeline in solar, wind, and hybrid energy solutions.Read more

Akash Tripathi, a 1998-batch IAS officer, has been officially appointed as the new Managing Director of the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The appointment, approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, places him in a pivotal role with the rank of Additional Secretary to the Government of India. With a background in digital governance and public administration, Tripathi is tasked with leading SECI's efforts in emerging sectors such as green hydrogen, energy storage, and green energy projects. This move is designed to provide dedicated leadership for the execution and delivery of key national renewable energy initiatives.Read more

Markolines Pavement Technologies, a Mumbai-based highway solutions company, has secured a significant INR 100 crore order from Trans Metalite India for road maintenance in Andhra Pradesh. The five-year contract involves patch repair works, solidifying Markolines' position in the infrastructure sector. This latest win, coupled with other recent contracts valued at nearly INR 97.47 crore, boosts the company's unexecuted order book to over INR 400 crore. The new order highlights a growing focus on the maintenance and rehabilitation of existing road networks, a crucial aspect of India's continued infrastructure push.Read more

Jakson Engineers has announced a major investment of over INR 8,000 crore to establish a 6 GW integrated solar manufacturing plant in Madhya Pradesh. This two-phase project, the largest of its kind in the state, will manufacture solar modules, cells, and wafers. The decision to invest was influenced by the state's progressive renewable energy policies, which include significant incentives and a commitment to green manufacturing. The plant, which is set to begin production by May 2026, will play a crucial role in bolstering India's domestic solar supply chain and creating over 1,400 jobs once operational.Read more

Adani Power has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from Bihar State Power Generation Company Ltd (BSPGCL) to construct a new 2,400 MW ultra-supercritical thermal power plant in Pirpainti, Bihar. The project, with a total investment of USD 3 billion (approx. INR 26,340 crore), will supply power to two state utilities for 25 years. This development follows a competitive bidding process where Adani Power offered the lowest tariff of INR 6.075 per kWh. The company estimates the project will create up to 12,000 jobs during the construction phase and a further 3,000 jobs once operational, playing a crucial role in meeting India's escalating power demand.Read more

Property prices rose in 45 out of 50 cities during the first quarter of the 2025-26 financial year, as per data released by the National Housing Bank (NHB). The Housing Price Index showed an annual increase of 5.7 per cent, although slightly lower than the 6.6 per cent growth seen a year earlier. Major markets including Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, and Pune witnessed steady appreciation, while a few cities such as Howrah, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram recorded notable declines.Read more

Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) announced the signing of a 125-key greenfield Ginger hotel in Satara, Maharashtra, earlier this week. The company highlighted Satara's growing prominence as a hub for education, healthcare, and business, which has driven consistent demand for hospitality services. With this signing, IHCL has further strengthened its Ginger brand and will now have 43 hotels in Maharashtra, of which 16 are still under development.Read more

Sunsure Energy has signed a landmark 15-year agreement with NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Ltd (NVVN) to supply 500 MWh of peak power from a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) as the end procurer. The agreement is the first of its kind in India, with billing based on a fixed tariff per unit of discharged energy rather than a fixed monthly rate. Sunsure will build, own, and operate the system at the Garautha substation in Jhansi, providing 4 hours of on-demand clean energy during peak hours, marking a historic shift in the country's energy storage ecosystem.Read more

Power Mech Projects has secured a significant order valued at INR 370.84 crore (excluding GST and BOCW Cess) from Mahan Energen Ltd, a subsidiary of Adani Power Ltd. The contract is for the execution of civil works and the erection of prefabricated structural steel for the Mahan Phase-III project in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. The scope of work for the 2 x 800 MW power plant includes critical components such as the boiler turbine generator (BTG) units, main powerhouse, and other ancillary systems. The project is scheduled for completion within a 30-month timeframe, marking a key development for both companies in India's power and infrastructure sectors.Read more

SAEL Industries has announced the commissioning of its maiden solar power project in Rajasthan, spread across more than 1,000 acres in Jalore district. Developed through subsidiary Sunfree Energy RJP1 Pvt Ltd, the project carries a capacity of 200 MW in Alternate Current and 298 MW in Direct Current. The company had signed a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement with Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Ltd at a tariff of INR 2.61 per kWh.Read more