The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Thursday (February 29) sanctioned an allocation of Rs 6,728.33 crore for the construction of eight stretches on NH-913 (Frontier Highway) in Arunachal Pradesh. According to an official statement, these stretches, totaling 305.50 km, will be developed as Intermediate Lane Roads under the Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) […]
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MoRTH achieves significant milestone! In last 9.5 years, India built around 92,000 km national highways – Details
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has achieved a significant milestone by constructing approximately 92,000 kilometers of national highways over the past nine and a half years. According to MoRTH secretary Anurag Jain, this figure is set to rise to 95,000 kilometers by the end of the upcoming month. Speaking at an event […]
FASTag KYC: NHAI likely to extend deadline for ‘One Vehicle, One FASTag’ initiative till March-end
NHAI Fastag KYC Update: The NHAI is considering extending the deadline for the ‘One Vehicle, One FASTag’ initiative until the end of March. The last date to complete FASTag KYC was initially announced as February 29, 2024. However, this deadline might be extended by the NHAI. The previous order implied that FASTags that are not […]
IRF to organise 2-day workshop to discuss latest tech and designs in road construction
Global road safety body International Road Federation (IRF) will organise a two-day conference in the national capital from February 29 to March 1 to discuss the latest technologies and designs of road construction across the world. About 450 eminent engineering and road safety experts will take part in the two-day conference, IRF said in a […]
431 infra projects hit by cost overrun of Rs 4.80 lakh crore in January: MoSPI
As many as 431 infrastructure projects were hit by cost overruns of more than Rs 4.80 lakh crore in January 2024, an official report stated. Each project entails an investment of Rs 150 crore or above. According to the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), out of 1,821 projects, 431 reported cost overruns, and […]
Sudarshan Setu Bridge: Modi inaugurates India’s longest cable-stayed bridge in Gujarat’s Dwarka – Know key features, design and more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (February 25) inaugurated the Sudarshan Setu, a four-lane cable-stayed bridge connecting Okha to Beyt Dwarka island in Gujarat. Built at a cost of Rs 979 crore, the bridge showcases a width of 27.20 meters, with 2.50-meter-wide footpaths on both sides. Sudarshan Setu Bridge design The bridge features a visually […]
Bharat Highways InvIT to float Rs 2,500 crore IPO on Feb 28
Bharat Highways InvIT, an infrastructure investment trust, on Thursday said it will launch its Rs 2,500 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO) on February 28. The InvIT’s maiden public issue will conclude on March 1 and the price band has been set at Rs 98-100 per unit for the issue, Bharat Highways InvIT said in a […]
Sudarshan Setu Bridge: PM Modi set to inaugurate this infra marvel in Dwarka! Here’s all you got to know about its key features, design, and connectivity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the holy city of Dwarka on February 25, 2024, where he will officially inaugurate the much-anticipated Sudarshan Setu bridge, Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi said. This iconic bridge, also known as the Okha-Beyt Dwarka Signature Bridge, is poised to transform connectivity and boost tourism in the region. […]
Vadodara-Bharuch section of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway: A milestone in Gujarat’s infrastructure development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vadodara-Bharuch section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, marking a significant advancement in Gujarat’s infrastructure landscape. This inauguration is part of a broader initiative encompassing various developmental projects across sectors like road, rail, energy, and more. Enhanced Connectivity and Economic Growth The 87 km stretch of the Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway was inaugurated […]
Envisioning Amrit Kaal for India’s Infrastructure
The past decade has witnessed a transformative phase in India’s infrastructure landscape, laying the foundation for a future where economic growth is intricately linked with the scope and vigor of infrastructural build-out. As the nation looks ahead to the next decade, infrastructure development is poised to play a pivotal role in steering India towards sustainable […]
Major push to roadways in Karnataka! Nitin Gadkari inaugurates projects worth Rs 13,458 crore in Belagavi, Shivamogga
In a significant push for modern road connectivity in Karnataka, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari on Thursday (February 22) inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 18 National Highway Projects totaling an investment of Rs 13,458 crore. These projects were launched by Gadkari in Belagavi and Shivamogga in the southern state. […]
Delhi Traffic Police issues new advisory for decongestion at Karol Bagh’s Bagga Roundabout – Know all about this 5-day trial
Delhi Traffic Latest Update: The national capital city has been battling traffic congestion for more than a week now. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory in an attempt to reduce traffic congestion in central Delhi’s Karol Bagh area. The advisory will be implemented beginning today, February 22. The plan will be implemented as […]