Chennai Metro Porur-Vadapalani Line to Open Feb 2026
Chennai Metro's new Porur-Vadapalani corridor is on track for a mid-February 2026 launch, enhancing connectivity and easing traffic. Get the latest updates here.
Chennai Metro's new Porur-Vadapalani corridor is on track for a mid-February 2026 launch, enhancing connectivity and easing traffic. Get the latest updates here.
BMRCL starts prototype trainset testing for the 21-km Pink Line. The elevated stretch may open by mid-2026, with full corridor completion targeted for December 2026. Get all details.
Bhopal Metro's Orange Line Phase 2 sees first girder launch. Traffic diverted on Berasia Road nightly. Get details on new routes for cars and heavy vehicles.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the crucial Gandhinagar Metro stretch, connecting Ahmedabad to the state capital's Mahatma Mandir. Read about the launch event and its impact on urban connectivity.
Chennai Metro Rail Ltd plans to launch train services from Poonamallee to Vadapalani in early February, cutting commute time and linking to the existing Green Line. Read more.
Chennai Metro Rail's first trial run between Porur and Vadapalani marks a key step for Phase II. This crucial link promises to cut travel time and ease west Chennai's notorious traffic congestion. Read more about this major infrastructure push.
BMRCL starts mainline testing of Pink Line prototype train. Elevated stretch to open by mid-2026, full 21km corridor by Dec 2026. Yellow Line to get 7th train soon.
Chennai Metro Rail gears up for a crucial trial run on the new Vadapalani-Porur section this Sunday, a key link in the 26.1km corridor. Read about the engineering marvel and its impact on city connectivity.
Telangana High Court directs Hyderabad Airport Metro Ltd & petitioners to present arguments on Feb 4 regarding heritage impact of Metro Phase II. Stay informed.
Bengaluru's Namma Metro Yellow Line is set to improve services with a 10-minute headway from February 2026. An eighth six-coach train from Titagarh Rail Systems is en route to the city.
Kochi Metro struggles to meet its June 30 deadline for the Pink Line's first stretch to Infopark. Delays in funding and civil works cast doubt on timely completion, impacting thousands of tech commuters. Read more.
As Namma Metro Phase 3 begins, activists accuse BMRCL of unclear environmental data. The exact number of trees to be cut for the Orange Line remains disputed, raising transparency concerns.
BMRCL's Phase 3 expansion impacts 6,868 trees; 65% face felling. A heritage banyan is among them. The corporation pledges compensatory planting. Details inside.
Chennai Metro Rail plans to develop 1.9 lakh sqft for shops, eateries & parking at key stations to boost revenue & passenger convenience. First stretch opens this month.
Kamaraj Road in central Bengaluru is now fully open to traffic after a six-year closure for Metro work. The reopening promises major relief for commuters and better connectivity between MG Road and Cubbon Road.
Construction of the 6.8 km Kolkata Metro Yellow Line extension from the airport to Birati has officially begun. The Rs 1,330 crore project, awarded to Cemindia, aims to enhance connectivity to Barasat. Read the latest updates.
Mumbai's Metro Line 9, connecting Mira Bhayandar to Andheri, is set for a phased launch starting Jan 2026. The Rs 6,607 crore project promises seamless travel and reduced traffic. Read more.
Major Mumbai Metro expansion in 2026: Portions of four lines, including connectivity to Mira Bhayandar and Thane, set to open. Details on Lines 9, 2B, 4, 4A, 6, and infrastructure projects.
Pune Metro announces special all-night service on New Year's Eve 2025, running trains from 11 PM to 6 AM on both lines for safe travel. Details on frequency and future expansions inside.
Chennai Metro Rail achieves a key breakthrough in Phase 2 as TBM Melagiri completes 861m tunnelling under Perambur. The project navigated dense areas and over 32 borewells.
CMRL achieves a major breakthrough in Phase 2 as TBM Melagiri completes a complex 861m tunnel under Perambur. This marks the 19th TBM breakthrough in the massive expansion project. Read more.
Chennai's Thirumayilai is set for a major connectivity boost with a 39-metre deep, 4-level stacked metro station. The complex interchange, part of Phase II, targets a 2028 opening for smoother travel across the city.
A BMRCL security staffer was assaulted by four IT professionals at Kempegowda Metro Station for enforcing queue discipline. Police have registered an FIR. Read the full report.
Bengaluru Metro to run extended services on New Year's Eve, Dec 31, 2024, for public convenience. Check the latest timings for Purple and Green Lines here.
BMRCL announces extended metro services on Dec 31. MG Road station entry/exit closes at 10 pm. Use Trinity or Cubbon Park stations. Plan your travel now!
A woman alleges a man groped her on Bengaluru Metro. Police registered an NCR and released him after an apology, sparking debate on women's safety. Read the full report.
Bengaluru Metro plans a massive expansion to 466 km by 2035, including a crucial airport link and new corridors to tackle traffic. Discover the future of city commuting.
Delhi's metro network expands with 3 new corridors approved by the cabinet. The 16 km addition aims to ease traffic, reduce 33,000 tonnes of carbon emissions yearly, and boost connectivity. Read more.
Union Cabinet approves 3 new Delhi Metro corridors under Phase IV-A, enhancing connectivity to India Gate, Central Secretariat & airport. A Rs 12,014.91 crore project to serve lakhs daily.
Union Cabinet greenlights Delhi Metro Phase-VA, adding 16 km & 13 stations. Project cost Rs 12,015 crore, to be completed in 3 years. Read details.