The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has scrapped its proposal to convert a portion of the cycling track near Priyadarshani Garden in Sion, Mumbai, into a parking lot. This decision follows a detailed inspection that revealed a large water pipeline running underneath the track, making it unsuitable for parking. The track was originally built for cyclists but has remained largely unused. The civic body's reversal comes amidst a push for green spaces and sustainable transport in Mumbai, ensuring the area's original purpose is preserved, even as the search for suitable parking solutions continues across the city.Read more

Jakson Green, a green energy transition platform, has signed its first wind Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) for a 100 megawatt (MW) project in Gujarat. The 25-year agreement, secured through its subsidiary JGRJ Three Solar Private Ltd, sets a tariff of INR 3.59 per unit. This project is expected to generate over 300 million kilowatt-hours of clean energy annually, offsetting approximately 250,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. This marks Jakson Green's entry into utility-scale wind energy, diversifying its portfolio and aiming to accelerate India's transition to a sustainable energy future by tapping into the nation's vast wind energy potential.Read more

Juniper Green Energy has signed a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) for a 100 megawatt (MW) wind power project in Gujarat. The agreement, executed through its subsidiary Juniper Green Bess Two Pvt Ltd, was finalized on July 18. This project is scheduled to begin supplying power from July 2027. With an additional 50 MW Letter of Intent (LoI) also recently received from GUVNL, Juniper Green Energy is strengthening its presence in Gujarat's renewable energy sector, aligning with India's sustainable energy future.Read more

Avaada Group has entered into a partnership with the Bihar government to develop renewable energy infrastructure totalling 1 GW capacity across the state, with an investment of approximately INR 5,000 crore. The initiative includes the installation of ground-mounted, floating, and community solar power systems, as well as battery energy storage systems. The agreement is expected to generate 500 direct employment opportunities. It was signed between the Bihar Renewable Energy Development Agency and Avaada Energy CEO Kishor Nair, in the presence of key state ministers.Read more

Bengaluru Airport City Ltd (BACL), a subsidiary of Bangalore International Airport Ltd, has joined hands with Prestige Group to establish a large-scale, integrated convention and exhibition centre within the airport premises. Designed to host global events, the venue will include an 8,000-seat Convention and Exhibition Centre, a luxury hotel under the St. Regis brand, a performing arts theatre, premium office spaces, and curated food and beverage experiences. The collaboration highlights BACL's commitment to enhancing global connectivity and positioning Bengaluru as a leading MICE destination.Read more

Five prominent gardens in Mumbai, including Shivaji Park and Kamala Nehru Park, have reportedly failed a recent disability access audit conducted by a non-profit organisation. The audit, which assessed features like ramps, accessible toilets, and tactile paths, found significant shortcomings, highlighting the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) failure to make public spaces inclusive for persons with disabilities. Despite past directives and ongoing efforts for accessibility, many gardens remain challenging for wheelchair users. The BMC has acknowledged the findings and committed to implementing necessary upgrades, aiming to ensure all public gardens meet universal accessibility standards.Read more

Parliament was informed that 489 road projects originally due by March 2025 are facing delays due to land acquisition, forest clearances, and railway approvals. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari stated the government is coordinating with state authorities to address these issues. Many projects have also seen cost overruns caused by higher land compensation, GST, public-demanded infrastructure additions, and design changes to meet railway standards. In cases of prolonged delays, contracts may be terminated and re-awarded. Gadkari also confirmed national highways are built per Indian Road Congress (IRC) standards, with design speeds of up to 120 km/h for expressways and 100 km/h for highways.Read more

Aaiji Group has secured regulatory approval from the Gujarat Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) for a residential plotting project in the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR). The approval, valid until 2029, allows Aaiji Infraspace to develop residential plots across a 10,809 sq metre land parcel. The project is expected to benefit from large-scale infrastructure developments in Dholera, including the upcoming international cargo airport and the Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway. Dholera SIR has already attracted significant corporate interest, including Tata Electronics' INR 91,000 crore semiconductor unit.Read more

Nxtra by Airtel today announced a new agreement to source an additional 125.65 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy from AMPIN Energy. This latest deal brings the total renewable energy partnership between the two companies to over 200 MW. The additional capacity, a solar-wind hybrid, will be supplied from plants in Rajasthan and Karnataka through the Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS). This move reinforces Nxtra's commitment to power its data centers sustainably and aligns with its pledge to source 100 percent of its electricity from renewable sources, contributing to greener data center operations across India.Read more

A crack recently appeared on a flyover of Mumbai's Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) at the Nahur ROB (Road Over Bridge) junction, raising concerns among commuters. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has assured the public that the crack is only on the bridge's concrete railing and does not affect its main structure or vehicular movement. While the civic body states it's a minor issue being repaired, the incident highlights ongoing public scrutiny over infrastructure quality in Mumbai, especially concerning major connectivity projects like the GMLR, and the need for quick official responses to maintain public trust.Read more