Delhi's 400-Year-Old Barapullah Bridge to Reopen
The historic 17th-century Barapullah Bridge in Delhi will reopen to pedestrians in February after extensive conservation by the Archaeological Survey of India.
The historic 17th-century Barapullah Bridge in Delhi will reopen to pedestrians in February after extensive conservation by the Archaeological Survey of India.
The 17th-century Mughal-era Barapullah Bridge in Delhi will reopen to pedestrians in February following extensive conservation work by ASI, marking a revival of heritage.
The dilapidated railway over bridge near Prayagraj High Court will be demolished and rebuilt at a cost of Rs 52 crore, providing relief to commuters ahead of the 2031 Kumbh Mela.
Private bus operators in Andhra Pradesh continue violating safety norms despite fatal accidents. Inspections fail to curb over-speeding, illegal goods transport, and poor vehicle maintenance.
The new Rs 20 crore Chandel-Hasapur bridge in Pernem, Goa, is expected to be fully operational by April, replacing a dilapidated 32-year-old structure and improving safety for commuters.
Eastern Railway announces closure of Belgharia Railway Over Bridge in Kolkata from January 17 for renovation work. Traffic will be diverted through alternative routes as per Barrackpore Police Commissionerate guidelines.
UP Housing Board approves Rs 51 crore bridge connecting Siddharth Vihar, Indirapuram & Vasundhara. Construction to start soon, easing traffic woes. Read details.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann inaugurated the rebuilt Multania railway over bridge in Bathinda and greenlit a new Rs 51 crore ROB at Janta Nagar. The projects aim to ease city traffic and boost connectivity.
Goa PWD submits a Rs 1,000 crore DPR for the new Borim bridge to the Centre. Land acquisition is complete, with tenders expected after central approval. The project targets a 2028 completion.
KMDA begins installing the truss for a new 42m Bailey bridge connecting Salt Lake & Dakshindari. The two-way bridge aims to reduce congestion at Ultadanga & Salt Lake crossings. Read details.
Goa's GSIDC has invited bids for the long-awaited Chorao Island bridge, a Rs 274.8 crore project to end ferry dependence. Construction is targeted for completion in three years. Read more.
Mumbai's century-old Tilak Bridge is being replaced by a wider, 6-lane cable-stayed structure. 70% complete, Phase 1 opens in April 2026, revolutionizing east-west connectivity in Dadar. Read more.
Despite being flagged as structurally unsafe by PWD and IIT Roorkee, the Rahon-Machhiwara bridge in Nawanshahr remains open to overloaded tipper trucks, many carrying illegally mined sand, posing a major public safety risk.
A 38-year-old tea stall owner died after his motorcycle plunged into a pit on Liliya Road in Amreli. His wife and niece were injured. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Structural experts warn Ludhiana's 50-year-old Jagraon Bridge faces potential partial collapse. A recent survey reveals critical failures. Read about the urgent safety hazards and the proposed plan.
Chennai's new ₹44 crore, four-lane bridge over the Cooum river in Nolambur is set to open in February, replacing a risky causeway and cutting travel time by 15 minutes. Read more.
A travelogue recounting a spontaneous solo road trip from Chennai to the ghost town of Dhanushkodi via Puducherry and Rameshwaram, driven by an old New Year's resolution. Discover the haunting beauty of India's southern tip.
Commuters in Chennai's Nolambur, Mogappair & Maduravoyal to get relief from a stench-filled, inundated causeway. The new 160m, ₹44-crore bridge aims for a mid-Feb launch, cutting travel time by 15 mins. Read more.
Small-cap multibagger AB Infrabuild secures two major orders worth ₹62.18 crore from Indian Railways and MP Road Corp, fueling its bull run. Read more for stock details.
Chennai's Rs 78 crore Pattabiram flyover remains incomplete, causing daily traffic chaos on Tirupati Highway. The government has now sanctioned an extra Rs 13.5 crore to finish the project and ease commuter woes.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee lays foundation for 5-km Gangasagar Setu bridge, says state will proceed without central funds to ease pilgrim woes. Read details.
Cracks found on pillars of a bridge over Koel River disrupt train services on Ranchi-Lohardaga route. Experts to inspect from Tuesday. Details on cancellations and diversions inside.
Bihar Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit reviews progress of Bakhtiarpur-Tajpur bridge, North Koel reservoir & Mandai weir. Directs officials to accelerate work for timely completion ahead of CM Nitish Kumar's review.
Over a lakh commuters face severe daily congestion on Chennai's Pattabiram ROB as only one arm is open after two years. Despite ₹78.35 crore spent, the incomplete bridge causes snarls and accidents. Details inside.
Ahmedabad authorities confirm Indira Bridge is safe for traffic, clarifying media-reported 'cracks' are standard expansion joints. Read the full technical audit details.
Gujarat government clarifies that perceived cracks on Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar's Indira Bridge are standard expansion joints. A joint inspection confirms the bridge is structurally safe for all traffic.
Lucknow to get a new 180m iconic pedestrian bridge over Gomti River. The Rs 54 crore project, themed 'Smile, you are in Lucknow', aims to boost connectivity and city's visual identity. Read more.
NHAI begins urgent repairs on the 750m Sanjay Setu bridge near Khalghat after a viral video showed dangerous swaying. Work involves bearing replacement and is set for completion by mid-March. Read for details.
Rampant illegal mining near the Sutlej river is endangering a crucial bridge in Anandpur Sahib. The Mining Department has filed a police complaint. Read about the threats and official response.
Hyderabad's new Chikkadpally-Domalguda link bridge inaugurated, promising major traffic relief and halving travel time for commuters. Read about the Rs 6 crore GHMC project.