India and Bhutan are moving ahead with their first-ever cross-border railway connections through the Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse links. With a combined investment of INR 4,033 crore (USD 454 million), these projects aim to enhance trade, transport, and people-to-people ties between the two countries. The Kokrajhar-Gelephu line will stretch 69 km, while the Banarhat-Samtse line will cover 20 km. The projects, expected to be completed within three to four years, reflect the growing bilateral cooperation in infrastructure and regional connectivity.Read more

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has initiated tenders valued at INR 2,200 crore for the construction of two bridges in Mumbai's western suburbs. These projects aim to enhance connectivity and ease traffic congestion. The first project involves the Lagoon Road Bridge, which will connect Malad (West) to Andheri's Lagoon Road, traversing over a mangrove patch and the Poisar River. The second project includes a bridge linking MDP Road to Ryan International School in Kandivali East, along with a new traffic arm connecting the upcoming Coastal Road to Marve Road in Malad.Read more

The six-lane flyover connecting Nand Nagri and Gagan Cinema in northeast Delhi has finally opened after a 16-month delay caused by tree clearance issues. Constructed by the Public Works Department (PWD), the 1.55-km flyover, 22 meters wide, is expected to benefit over 100,000 daily commuters by providing a signal-free route and reducing travel time by roughly 14 minutes. The project is part of 77 government road interventions to ease congestion in Delhi and includes aesthetic enhancements, U-turns, and upgraded junctions to improve traffic flow and connectivity.Read more

Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has added 112.5 MW of renewable power capacity at Khavda in Gujarat, increasing its total operational generation to 16,598.6 MW. The expansion includes an 87.5 MW solar project under Adani Renewable Energy Fifty Six Limited and a 25 MW hybrid project via Adani Green Energy Twenty Five B Limited. These plants began generating electricity from late September, following all necessary approvals. As part of the Adani Group, AGEL continues to solidify its position as one of India's leading renewable energy companies, contributing significantly to the country's clean energy infrastructure.Read more

HCC and KRCL have signed a partnership to jointly undertake major railway and multi-modal transport infrastructure projects in India and international markets. The MoU sets a long-term collaboration framework to combine the technical expertise and operational strengths of both organisations. The partnership will cover civil construction, track laying, signalling, electrification, MEP systems, operations, and maintenance, with a focus on complex projects like metro systems, NATM tunnelling, railway bridges, and large-scale EPC contracts. This collaboration aims to enhance market presence while delivering integrated, high-quality transport infrastructure efficiently and sustainably.Read more

The Cabinet cleared the widening of the Kaliabor-Numaligarh section of NH-715 in Assam earlier this week, with the project set to be executed on the engineering, procurement and construction model. With an estimated cost of INR 6,957 crore, the 85.675 km stretch will incorporate wildlife-friendly features, particularly on the Kaziranga National Park segment, where heavy traffic and flooding during monsoons have endangered wildlife movement and safety.Read more

The six-laning of the 20-kilometre stretch of Mumbai-Agra highway between Gonde and Pimpri Sado is now scheduled for completion by December 2026, earlier than the original March 2027 deadline. NHAI has accelerated the work to handle the expected surge of pilgrims during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, particularly in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar. The stretch connects to the Samruddhi Expressway, which will facilitate smoother travel. Post-Mela, the highway will be further expanded up to Vadpe, improving regional connectivity and supporting traffic management during major events.Read more

Thiruvananthapuram is set to revamp underutilized spaces beneath the Chackai-Enchakkal flyover, turning them into safe, visually appealing, and culturally reflective public areas. The INR 6.1 crore Smart City project covers 14,694 square meters and includes art installations, decorative lighting, landscaping, and streetscape enhancements. Spatial zoning will guide the use of narrow, medium, and wide sections, with features ranging from shade-tolerant plants to sculptural landscaping and vertical art walls. The initiative aims to blend functionality, aesthetics, and Kerala's cultural identity while improving public safety and urban experience.Read more

Navi Mumbai International Airport is scheduled to be inaugurated on October 8, following clearance from the DGCA. The airport is being developed in five phases by Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd, with the Adani Group as the majority stakeholder and CIDCO holding a minority share. Gautam Adani recently visited the site, meeting the workforce that contributed to its construction and acknowledging their efforts. Once fully operational, the airport will accommodate 90 million passengers annually and handle 3.2 million tonnes of cargo, establishing it as a major aviation hub in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Asia.Read more

Nagpur Metro has started building Maharashtra's longest balanced cantilever (CLC) bridge along the Reach-3A Hingna corridor under Metro Phase-2. The 271-meter bridge will cross the Vena river without any piers in the water, using a specialized construction technique to ensure stability while preserving the river ecosystem. Developed by Kalpataru Projects International Limited with design by KPIL's Ayesa team and independent validation by VNIT Nagpur, the bridge is part of a INR 378 crore project with seven stations. Completion is expected in 18 months, enhancing connectivity and metro travel efficiency in the region.Read more