18 Feb 2026

The Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) is nearing full commissioning, with the remaining sections set for inauguration later this month. The 82 km corridor, India's first semi highspeed RRTS, has been opened in phases since October 2023 and already carries over 22 million passenger trips. The final segments include a 5 km Delhi stretch and a 21 km Meerut extension, which will also support Meerut Metro services on shared tracks. The Uttar Pradesh government has allocated INR 1 crore in the 2026-27 budget to manage operational costs, reflecting strong state support for the project.Read more

18 Feb 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has rejected the Union Railway Minister's claim that delays in land acquisition by the State have slowed railway projects. The State said most land for major railway lines has already been acquired and handed over, and delays are mainly due to inadequate fund release and project abandonment by Indian Railways. It also denied seeking the closure of any railway projects. The issue has triggered political exchanges, with both sides presenting differing accounts of project progress and responsibility.Read more

18 Feb 2026

Nashik's Ozar airport is set to undergo a major infrastructure upgrade costing INR 572 crore to handle the sharp rise in passenger movement expected during the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela. The project includes a new terminal building, expanded aircraft parking, additional check-in counters, and improved passenger facilities. Once completed, the airport's passenger handling capacity will increase more than threefold. The upgrade is part of wider preparations to strengthen transport infrastructure in and around Nashik ahead of the large religious gathering.Read more

Delhi News Desk

17 Feb 2026

Delhi authorities have identified 3,298 km of roads for repair and resurfacing under a phased redevelopment plan estimated at INR 7,207 crore. The assessment covers over 21 per cent of the city's total road network of 15,598 km and includes roads in both authorised and unauthorised colonies. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi and the Public Works Department account for the largest share of identified stretches. Officials have linked damaged road surfaces to higher dust levels and traffic inefficiencies, prompting renewed focus on timely execution.Read more

17 Feb 2026

The Maharashtra cabinet has approved a strategic public-private partnership (PPP) policy to accelerate infrastructure development and attract private investment. The policy introduces a structured approval mechanism, with projects above INR 25 crore requiring clearance from a cabinet sub-committee and smaller projects to be approved at the administrative level. A pooled fund of INR 200 crore has been created to address feasibility gaps in select projects. Dedicated PPP units will be set up across departments to strengthen planning, coordination and execution.Read more

17 Feb 2026

The Nashik Municipal Corporation is moving ahead with plans to upgrade a 6.4 km city stretch of the Nashik-Pune highway from Dwarka Circle to Nashik Road by opting for asphalting instead of white topping. The decision, taken after consultations with the National Highways Authority of India, is aimed at ensuring timely completion before the Simhastha Kumbh Mela in 2026. The revised project scope has reduced the estimated cost from INR 290 crore to INR 245 crore, including land acquisition, while maintaining the objective of easing congestion on one of the city's busiest corridors.Read more

17 Feb 2026

The Maharashtra government plans to roll out the Mumbai water metro project in phases starting December, aiming to ease traffic congestion across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Ports Minister Nitesh Rane said a Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be submitted by February 28, after which two routes will be finalised for the first phase. The INR 1,200 crore project proposes six to eight routes using battery-powered ferries, initially focusing on key Mumbai city stretches such as Nariman Point, Worli, Bandra, Juhu and Versova. Modelled on the Kochi water metro, the project will later expand across the wider MMR, with improved connectivity including faster access to the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.Read more

17 Feb 2026

The Prime Minister inaugurated the Seva Teerth complex along with Kartavya Bhavan-1 and Kartavya Bhavan-2 in New Delhi, marking a major shift in India's central administrative infrastructure. The new complexes bring together the Prime Minister's Office, Cabinet Secretariat, National Security Council Secretariat and several key ministries that were earlier spread across multiple locations. Designed as part of the Central Vista redevelopment, the buildings focus on operational efficiency, sustainability and improved coordination while replacing ageing colonial-era offices that had become costly and inefficient to maintain.Read more

17 Feb 2026

The Centre has created agricultural infrastructure worth INR 1 lakh crore to preserve fruits, vegetables and other farm produce, helping reduce post-harvest losses by 5-15 per cent, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan told the Rajya Sabha. He said thousands of facilities including custom hiring centres, primary processing units, warehouses, grading units, cold storages and smart agriculture infrastructure have been established to strengthen storage and value chains. Targeting the previous Congress-led government for inaction, he credited Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for prioritising farm infrastructure. In a written reply, Chouhan said that under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), INR 7,425.99 crore has been sanctioned for 32,014 projects in Punjab as of February 9, 2026, against a revised allocation of INR 9,050 crore based on the state's performance.Read more

17 Feb 2026

French drugmaker Sanofi on Monday announced plans to expand its global capability centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, increasing its workforce to more than 4,500 employees from the current 2,600. The expansion will be backed by a multi-hundred-million-dollar investment, though the company did not specify the exact amount or hiring timeline. In 2024, Sanofi had committed to investing 400 million euros ($474.60 million) in its India GCC by the end of the decade. The move reflects the growing importance of India as a hub for multinational GCCs, which are evolving into innovation-driven centres supporting research, artificial intelligence and data capabilities. The announcement comes ahead of the BioAsia conference in Hyderabad, where global pharmaceutical leaders are set to discuss India's expanding role in the global pharma ecosystem.Read more

17 Feb 2026

RDB Infrastructure and Power Ltd. has entered into a Non-binding Letter of Intent with Primarc Projects Private Limited for sub and superstructure construction of the Primarc Aadvika project in Howrah, West Bengal, with a contract valued at INR 73 Crore. The project spans five lakh sq. ft. RDB's diversified operations in residential, infrastructure, and power sectors, along with its presence across major Indian cities, position the company to leverage multiple growth opportunities. With nearly four decades of experience, the RDB Group focuses on quality construction, timely delivery, and strategic expansion in Tier I and emerging Tier II markets.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai has seen improved accessibility following the opening of the Santacruz - Chembur Link Road extension connecting to LBS Road. The new route offers a signal-free approach that reduces travel time and eases congestion from areas such as Bandra, Santacruz and Andheri. The development improves access to Kurla and the LBS Road corridor, making travel more predictable for visitors. The mall, operational since 2011, continues to be one of Mumbai's largest retail and leisure destinations with strong footfall and established entertainment venues.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Mizoram's Rajya Sabha member, K-Vanlalvena, has urged the Union government to fast-track three significant road projects, including two connecting remote areas to the Indo-Myanmar border. Highlighting national security and trade potential, he pointed out that Myanmar has already developed better road infrastructure on its side. The MP requested that two routes linking Hnahthial to Saisihchhuah in Lawngtlai district be upgraded to national highways. He also emphasized the need to widen the 21km Aizawl-Sairang corridor into a four-lane highway to manage rising traffic after the Sairang railway station became operational.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Thane Coastal Road-1 has achieved significant construction progress, with over half of its elevated viaduct foundation work completed within about eight months. The 13.45 km, six-lane greenfield corridor uses a single-pile, single-pier monopile system, a first for such a road project in India. Planned as a freight and mobility corridor, it aims to reduce congestion on Ghodbunder Road, improve links between NH-160 and Gaimukh, protect mangrove areas, and connect with multiple upcoming transport projects in the region.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Logistea has reported a solid performance for FY2025, posting operating income of SEK 976 million and profit from property management of SEK 511 million. Pretax profit for the year stood at SEK 1,030 million, while net asset value per share was reported at SEK 16.7. The board has proposed a dividend of SEK 0.20 per share for the 2025 financial year, subject to shareholder approval at the annual general meeting in May 2026. The results reflect stable income from its logistics-focused property portfolio.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Changi Airport Group Chairman Lim Ming Yan said the group is closely monitoring opportunities for airport projects in India, describing the country as a key growth market. Speaking at the ET Now Global Business Summit 2026, he highlighted the importance of partnering with local players to create a win-win situation. The group, which operates Singapore Changi Airport, already has investments in Durgapur Airport in West Bengal. Lim noted that India's civil aviation infrastructure has improved significantly over the past two decades and is poised for continued expansion as the government pushes airport development through public-private partnerships.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Schneider Electric Infrastructure reported a year-on-year decline of over 12 per cent in net profit to INR 97 crore for the latest October-December quarter, mainly due to expenses classified under exceptional items linked to labour code implementation. Profit in the same quarter last year stood at INR 110.53 crore. Despite this, the company posted strong revenue growth, with sales rising over 20 per cent to INR 1,029 crore. The performance reflects robust demand for power and electrical infrastructure solutions amid ongoing grid and distribution investments.Read more

17 Feb 2026

India plans to add 50 new airports over the next five years, a move expected to support urban expansion and create fresh opportunities for the real estate sector. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said airports act as key enablers of property development and confirmed efforts to ease building height restrictions near airports without affecting safety. With 165 operational airports already in place, India is adding aviation infrastructure at a rapid pace. The real estate sector is projected to reach USD 1 trillion by 2030 and USD 5-7 trillion by 2047.Read more

Delhi News Desk

17 Feb 2026

A proposed air taxi corridor for Delhi-NCR could significantly reduce travel time between Gurgaon, Central Delhi and Noida International Airport at Jewar, according to a recent study by the Confederation of Indian Industry. The plan uses electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft to cut road journeys of two to three hours to under 30 minutes. The report outlines phased implementation, regulatory oversight, rooftop vertiports, and initial use for emergency services before passenger operations, while addressing airspace, safety and environmental considerations.Read more

17 Feb 2026

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has announced a major investment of INR 3,490 crore for upgrading air navigation systems at airports nationwide between 2026 and 2028. Around INR 1,532 crore is allocated for automating air traffic management systems, while the remaining funds will enhance other communication, navigation, and surveillance equipment. The move follows past operational disruptions and includes steps to strengthen cybersecurity, with IIT Madras engaged as a consultant. AAI has also been recruiting technical staff, adding 2,341 personnel over the past three years to maintain safety and efficiency.Read more