New Delhi, 23 January 2026: The third meeting of the Inland Waterways Development Council (IWDC 3.0) concluded in Kochi, Kerala, with approvals for over ₹1,500 crore projects aimed at promoting green mobility, cargo movement, and river tourism across India. Chaired by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal,…
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Trucks-on-Trains: Railways Boost Freight Shift
Indian Railways’ innovative Trucks-on-Trains (ToT) service is redefining freight transport in India by combining road flexibility with rail efficiency. Designed under the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) program, this multimodal solution reduces logistics costs, congestion, emissions, and transit times for long-haul freight. Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings The ToT service currently…
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Centre Sanctions 10,000 km Roads Under PMGSY-IV
The Government of India has approved over 10,000 kilometres of road projects under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana–IV (PMGSY-IV), benefiting Jammu & Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. This initiative is set to connect approximately 3,270 previously isolated habitations, unlocking access to healthcare, education, and economic opportunities…
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NHAI, Konkan Railway Join Hands for Integrated Infrastructure
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening integrated infrastructure development across India. The agreement, inked at NHAI Headquarters in New Delhi, seeks to leverage the combined technical expertise of both organizations to enhance…
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Bharat Steel 2026: India Leads Global Push for Green Steel
As India prepares to host Bharat Steel 2026 in New Delhi, the country is positioning itself at the centre of a global conversation on the future of steelmaking. The two-day summit will bring together policymakers, technology innovators, investors and industry leaders from across the world to address the most pressing…
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NMIA Handles 1 Lakh Passengers in 19 Days
The Adani Group-backed Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has reached a significant operational milestone by handling over one lakh passengers within just 19 days of starting commercial flight services. The achievement underlines the strong travel demand in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and signals a promising future for India’s newest greenfield…
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MoRTH 2025: Smarter, Cheaper Highway Travel
India’s national highways have expanded rapidly over the last decade, bringing faster connectivity and economic growth. However, this expansion also led to a familiar frustration for commuters long queues at toll plazas and unpredictable travel costs. In 2025, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), working closely with the…
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India Launches Rs 17 Lakh Crore PPP Project Pipeline
In a major push to boost infrastructure investment, the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), under the Ministry of Finance, has unveiled a three-year Public Private Partnership (PPP) project pipeline. Announced as part of the Union Budget 2025-26, the pipeline includes 852 projects spanning Central Infrastructure Ministries and States/Union Territories, with…
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87-km Bottleneck Delays ₹1 Lakh Crore Delhi–Mumbai Expressway
The ambitious Delhi–Mumbai Expressway, envisioned as India’s fastest and most transformative road corridor, has hit a significant roadblock. Despite nearing completion across most states, a short 87-kilometre stretch in Gujarat has delayed the full operationalisation of the ₹1.04 lakh crore project by nearly four years, raising concerns within the Ministry…
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NPG Reviews Key Rail Projects under PM GatiShakti Plan
The 103rd meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) was held today to evaluate major infrastructure projects under the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP). The meeting focused on improving multimodal connectivity, logistics efficiency, and the socio-economic impact of strategic rail corridors. Railway Projects Evaluated During the session, NPG…