The Bihar government has imposed a statewide ban on the plying of e-rickshaws on all national and state highways, citing serious road safety concerns. The decision, which came into force immediately, aims to reduce accidents on high-speed corridors but has triggered widespread anxiety among drivers and daily commuters who depend…
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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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NHAI Sets Four Guinness World Records on NH-544G Corridor
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), in collaboration with M/s Rajpath Infracon Private Limited, has set four Guinness World Records on the under-construction Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic Corridor (NH-544G), demonstrating engineering excellence and construction prowess. These achievements mark a landmark moment for India’s road infrastructure sector. Record-Breaking Feats On 6th January…
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Cabinet Clears ₹19,142 Cr Nashik–Solapur–Akkalkot Expressway
The Union Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the construction of a six-lane, access-controlled greenfield Nashik–Solapur–Akkalkot corridor in Maharashtra at a capital cost of ₹19,142 crore. The 374-kilometre project will be developed under the Build–Operate–Transfer (Toll) mode and is a major step towards…
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NTH–NHAI MoU to Boost Quality Assurance in Highway Projects
In a significant step towards strengthening quality assurance and transparency in India’s national highway projects, the National Test House (NTH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The collaboration aims to reinforce scientific testing, third-party inspection and quality control mechanisms in highway…
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NHAI’s Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust Gets SEBI Nod
New Delhi, December 24: In a major boost to India’s infrastructure monetization program, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as a Public Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT). The move is expected…
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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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Nitin Gadkari Inspects 6-Lane Shamlaji–Motachiloda NH-48 in Gujarat
Gujarat: Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari, accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel and senior officials, today conducted a detailed inspection of the under-construction 6-lane Shamlaji–Motachiloda section of National Highway 48. The visit aimed to review progress and ensure timely completion of critical highway infrastructure. Inspection Highlights and Key…
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Diwali 2025 Gift: FASTag Annual Pass for Hassle-Free Travel
New Delhi, 19 October 2025 – This Diwali, travelers can gift convenience and comfort with the FASTag Annual Pass, enabling yearlong seamless travel across India’s National Highways and Expressways. Designed for hassle-free journeys, the annual pass is accessible through the Rajmargyatra app, allowing users to add the vehicle number and…
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NHAI Strengthens RFP Norms to Improve Highway Projects
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has issued clarifications to the provisions of its Request for Proposal (RFP) to enhance the quality, transparency, and timely execution of National Highway projects. These reforms aim to tighten contractor qualification norms, curb unauthorized subcontracting, and ensure financial accountability in project execution. Refining…