June 28, 2024, 12:29 AM - 2 mins read
The anticipated budget allocations are expected to bolster ongoing and new road projects, ensuring enhanced connectivity and supporting economic activities.
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June 13, 2024, 12:20 AM - 2 mins read
In the current fiscal year, India's cargo volumes are expected to grow 6-8% driven by robust expansion in container and coal segments, supported by substantial government investments in transportation infrastructure including roads, ports, and airports, according to a recent ICRA report.
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April 23, 2024, 12:19 AM - 2 mins read
"We are going to be working with universities like Virginia Tech and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) to create a curriculum on infrastructure resilience, offer certification courses for infrastructure management, and support research focused on infrastructure resilience," stated Samantha.
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March 28, 2024, 02:32 AM - 2 mins read
The report identified sector-specific reasons for project delays. In railways, challenges like land acquisition delays, protests by affected landowners, and approval bottlenecks hinder progress. Similarly, road projects encounter obstacles like utility shifting delays, forest clearances, and design flaws. Highlighting the government's adaptability, the report underscored a shift in infrastructure development strategies.
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March 22, 2024, 10:42 PM - 2 mins read
The Indian government's total commitment to the project currently stands at SLR 450 million for the construction of houses and infrastructure facilities in Sobitha Thero village of Anuradhapura.
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March 18, 2024, 12:36 AM - 2 mins read
Notably, the conglomerate's ambitious plan includes the development of the world's largest renewable park in Gujarat, covering an expansive area of over 530 square kilometers. In addition, with a portfolio boasting 8 airports, including the upcoming Navi Mumbai airport, and 14 domestic ports, Adani is positioned to solidify its position as a key player in these critical sectors vital for India's economic growth and connectivity.
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March 15, 2024, 01:02 AM - 4 mins read
The central government has allocated substantial funds for these initiatives, including Rs 188.95 crore for a ropeway project in Madhya Pradesh, Rs 699.19 crore for road upgrades in Gujarat, Rs 421.15 crore for a bypass in Assam, and Rs 576.22 crore for road expansion in Karnataka.
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March 12, 2024, 07:37 AM - 2 mins read
The primary objective of this MoU is to leverage the extensive BharatNet infrastructure supported by the USOF to bundle broadband services with over-the-top (OTT) platforms and e-commerce facilities specifically tailored for rural communities.
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March 12, 2024, 03:14 AM - 3 mins read
The projects span multiple sectors including railway infrastructure, connectivity, and petrochemicals. Among the highlights of the day's event, Modi flagged off ten new Vande Bharat trains, marking a substantial expansion of India's high-speed rail network.
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March 10, 2024, 10:53 PM - 3 mins read
The investment plan entails allocating Rs 30,000 crore for enhancing the 'airside' infrastructure over the next five years, with the remainder earmarked for 'cityside' development within the subsequent five to ten years across airports in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Guwahati, Jaipur, and Thiruvananthapuram.
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February 3, 2024, 02:26 AM - 1 min read
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Puri-Sonepur-Puri weekly express, enhancing regional connectivity, and dedicated the Jharsuguda Head Post Office Heritage Building to the nation.
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January 19, 2024, 03:25 AM - 3 mins read
Raksha Mantri commended the BRO for strengthening the border infrastructure of the country and asserted that by constructing roads, bridges etc. the organisation is connecting the far-flung areas with the rest of the nation geographically, while also linking the hearts of people residing in remote villages with the rest of the citizens.
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