NHAI has updated its RFP rules for national highway projects to ensure better project execution, cost control, and adherence to contractual norms. The new provisions clarify the definition of "similar work" to prevent misrepresentation by contractors, regulate subcontracting in EPC, HAM, and BOT projects, and prohibit the use of third-party-sourced bid and performance securities. These changes aim to enhance technical accountability, financial transparency, and enforceability, while penalizing practices that threaten quality and timelines. The measures reflect NHAI's ongoing efforts to reinforce discipline in highway project implementation.Read more

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) will suspend Mumbai Monorail services later this month to fast-track major modernisation works. The upgrade includes the installation of a new indigenously developed CBTC signalling system, expected to improve safety, reduce train intervals, and enhance reliability. Ten new Make-in-India rakes are being procured, with eight already delivered, while older rakes will undergo overhauls and retrofitting. The suspension allows round-the-clock work, as limited night-time windows had slowed progress. Officials assured commuters that once services resume, the monorail will return stronger, safer, and more dependable, reinforcing Mumbai's transport network with modern technology and better fleet integration.Read more

A 150-feet double-storey Bailey bridge on the Ramban-Gool road at Metra, Ramban district, was inaugurated recently. Built jointly by the White Knight Corps, NHAI, and the local administration, the bridge is designed to support about 150,000 people in Ramban, Sangaldan, and Gool. It replaces a washed-away road stretch caused by heavy rainfall and landslides. The bridge will be opened fully for public use after safety and technical checks are completed.Read more

The Maharashtra government has joined hands with Finland to modernise Mumbai's historic Sassoon Dock, one of the city's oldest and busiest fishing harbours. The project aims to introduce modular infrastructure to address overcrowding, hygiene, and operational challenges, while promoting sustainability. Discussions have included advanced fishing techniques, digital tools, and eco-friendly solutions to improve efficiency and fishermen's incomes. The initiative reflects a broader push for international cooperation and technology transfer in port development, ensuring Sassoon Dock evolves into a clean, modern, and efficient fishing hub.Read more

Avaada Group has commissioned 11 solar power projects in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0 to provide reliable daytime electricity for irrigation. The projects, ranging from 2 MW to 5 MW, are expected to benefit nearly 14,900 farmers across 167 villages, improving irrigation, reducing costs, and creating additional income through land leasing. MSKVY 2.0, part of Maharashtra's push for clean energy, aims to solarise 30% of agricultural feeders and develop around 7,000 MW of decentralised solar power in the state.Read more

Vikram Solar has secured a supply order worth nearly INR 273 crore from AB Energia for 200 MW of M10R N-Type TOPCon modules. Rated at 590 Wp and above, the modules will be installed in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. Deliveries will begin in September 2025 and continue into early 2026. Both companies emphasised confidence in the partnership, highlighting technology reliability and project execution. Vikram Solar's international presence and recognition add weight to the development.Read more

Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) has initiated the transfer of Gurugram's rapid metro operations from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation to Gurugram Metro Rail Limited, with joint management in place during the transition. Passenger numbers surged 13.6 per cent and fare revenue rose by nearly 12 per cent from April to July, reflecting public confidence in the service. Operational costs declined, while non-fare revenue from rentals and advertising increased significantly. Concurrently, detailed project reports for multiple high-speed regional corridors, including Delhi-Rohtak, Delhi-Panipat-Karnal, and Delhi-Shahjahanpur-Neemrana-Behror, are progressing to enhance NCR connectivity.Read more

The Srinagar-Jammu National Highway has reopened for heavy vehicles after a three-week closure caused by heavy rains and flash floods. Authorities have prioritized the clearance of stranded fruit-laden trucks, which had been awaiting passage to markets across India. The prolonged closure had led to political tensions, with local leaders accusing authorities of negligence. In response, alternative measures, including a dedicated parcel train for transporting Kashmiri apples, were initiated. The reopening is expected to alleviate logistical challenges and support the region's economy.Read more

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has reset deadlines for several key bridge and flyover projects to improve coordination and ease traffic congestion. The Vidyavihar Flyover will see its eastern side completed by December 2025 and the western section by May 2026, pending relocation of affected residents. Sion Flyover is also scheduled for May 2026, while a delayed foot overbridge there is now due in October 2025. At Mahalaxmi, the city's first cable-stayed rail overbridge is targeted for November 2026. Bellasis Flyover near Mumbai Central has an internal deadline of December 2025. Officials emphasised timely completion to avoid disruptions following past closures of unsafe bridges.Read more

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has announced that the 20-km Mumbai Monorail network will be shut from September 20 for a two-month upgrade programme. The decision follows a series of technical failures in recent weeks, including trains stalling during heavy rain. The upgrade plan involves inducting new rakes, installing an advanced signalling system, and overhauling the existing fleet. Once complete, train frequency is expected to improve to 8-10 minutes. The system, first launched in 2014 but plagued with frequent breakdowns, will be operated by Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) after the upgrade.Read more