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…
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Hyderabad COLTE Launch for Future-Ready Logistics Skills
Minister of State (I/C) Shri Jayant Chaudhary inaugurated the Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence (COLTE) at the National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) in Hyderabad, a technology-led skilling centre established by Redington Foundation in partnership with the Logistics Sector Skill Council (LSC). The centre aims to prepare Telangana’s youth for…
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Revamped Inland Waterways to Power Northeast Growth: Sonowal
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal said modernised inland waterways are unlocking new trade corridors for the Northeast, reducing logistics costs and expanding petroleum exports from Assam to Bangladesh and Southeast Asia. Speaking at the North East Oil & Gas Conclave 2025, he underlined waterways’ role…
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Dr Jitendra Singh Showcases India’s Governance Innovations
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, who holds portfolios including Science & Technology and PMO, engaged with participants of the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme at the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), New Delhi. Delegates from 19 countries attended the interaction, where India’s governance innovations and technology-driven public…
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Cabinet Clears ₹2,192 Cr Bihar Railway Doubling Project
The Union Cabinet has approved a major railway infrastructure boost for Bihar, clearing the doubling of the Bakhtiyarpur–Rajgir–Tilaiya single line section. The project, covering 104 kilometers, will be implemented at an estimated cost of ₹2,192 crore. The approval was given by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime…
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Cabinet Approves Bhagalpur–Dumka–Rampurhat Rail Doubling
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the doubling of the Bhagalpur–Dumka–Rampurhat railway line section spanning 177 km across Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The project is estimated at Rs. 3,169 crore and aims to enhance rail capacity, reduce congestion, and improve…