574 Highway Projects Worth Rs 3.6 Lakh Crore Delayed
Government reveals 574 national highway projects are behind schedule. Minister Nitin Gadkari cites land and clearance issues. Read about the delays and road safety progress.
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Vijayawada's Unbuilt Foot Over Bridges Endanger Pedestrians
Despite rising traffic and fatalities, Vijayawada's proposed foot over bridges at key junctions remain on paper. Over 100 pedestrian deaths this year highlight the urgent need for action.
Bombay HC Directs Andheri Societies to Remove Road Blockades
Bombay High Court directs three Andheri housing societies to remove structures blocking a key DP road within a week. Justice Jadhav's order aims to ease traffic congestion and improve access to civic amenities.
Army soldier killed in accidental blast in Kupwara
Havildar Zubair Ahmad of 13 JAK LI died in an accidental explosion during a road construction project in Trehgam, Kupwara. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Patna-Ara Road Closure for 7 Months from Dec 18
Major traffic disruption between Patna and Ara as Shivala-Kanhauli road closes for over 7 months for NHAI's elevated road project. Check diversion routes and school vehicle timings.
Key Patna-Ara road shut for over 7 months from Dec 18
A crucial road between Patna and Ara will be closed for over seven months for an elevated road project. Check new diversion routes and special timings for school vehicles here.
Patna-Ara Road Shut for Over 7 Months from Dec 18
Key Patna-Ara road stretch closed from Dec 18 to July 15 for elevated road work. Check official diversion routes and special timings for school vehicles here.
Shimla Sinkhole: GSI Report Reveals Causes
A GSI report identifies underground pipe leaks and tunnel construction vibrations as causes of the Shimla road collapse. An 8-year-old girl fell into the sinkhole. Read the full findings and official recommendations.
Road, Mining Debris Choke Kumaon Rivers, Trigger Flood Fears
Rivers in Uttarakhand's Kumaon belt are turning into dumping grounds, damaging farmland and fish stocks. Locals report inaction as debris from roads and old mines triggers floods.
Two Accidents in Bhopal Damage Multiple Cars, Cause Injuries
Two separate road accidents on Kolar Six-Lane Road and VIP Road in Bhopal damaged more than half a dozen vehicles. While one led to serious injuries, the other saw no casualties. Read for details.
HP Construction Board Gives Rs 14.17 Cr Aid to Workers
Himachal Pradesh Building & Construction Workers Welfare Board disbursed over Rs 14 crore to beneficiaries. A new sub-office in Mandi was approved to improve service delivery. Read more.
Patna Court Sentences Two in Rs 40 Crore Road Project Bribery
A Patna court sentences a former executive engineer and a cashier to four years in jail for demanding a bribe in a Rs 40 crore road project. Read the full details of the corruption case verdict.
Bhopal Metro work leaves roads in ruins, commuters at risk
Bhopal's Bhadbhada-Depot Square road is a nightmare due to Metro work, with potholes, dust, and fatal accidents. Traffic police demand urgent repairs. Read the full report.
Jaipur: Tilted Building in Malviya Nagar Evacuates Residents
Panic in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar as an under-construction 5-storey hotel tilts dangerously. Cracks appear after illegal basement digging. Authorities evacuate area. Read the full report.
HC Directs Kolhapur Civic Bodies to File Road Work Reports
Bombay HC's Kolhapur bench mandates regular compliance reports from KMC & ZP on road construction. First report due Dec 11. Details on quality, timeline, and public disturbance.
Jewar Building Collapse: Rs 1.3 Lakh Aid for 4 Families
Families of four unregistered construction workers who died in the Jewar building collapse received Rs 1.3 lakh each. Officials state registered workers would have been eligible for Rs 5 lakh. Read the full report.
LIT to Build Roads Before Colony Transfer to Ludhiana MC
Ludhiana Improvement Trust will complete major road construction before handing over five colonies to the Municipal Corporation. The Rs 57 crore transfer moves forward after financial disputes. Read the full story.
Delhi CM Orders DMRC for Strict Dust Control at Construction Sites
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.
Dodda Alada Mara Road Access Cut Off for 9 Months
The key road connecting Dodda Alada Mara Road to Mysuru Road in Bengaluru will be shut for nine months starting Sunday for a rail bridge project. Plan alternate routes now.
14 Car Owners Booked for Blocking Nashik Road
Gangapur police in Nashik crack down on motorists causing chronic traffic jams near a liquor store. 14 owners face charges under BNS section 285. Read details.
India's Road Deaths Reach All-Time High of 1.77 Lakh in 2024
India's road accident fatalities surged to a record 1,77,177 in 2024, reveals government data. Experts call for scientific crash probes and wider stakeholder involvement to tackle this national crisis.
CEPT & Tvasta Partner for 3D Concrete Printing Workshop
CEPT University partners with Tvasta to establish a cutting-edge 3D concrete printing workshop in Ahmedabad, aiming to revolutionize India's construction industry through research and innovation. Discover the future of building.
Mumbai road concretisation work resumes on 645 roads
BMC has restarted its massive Rs 17,000-crore road concretisation project on 297.49 km across Mumbai after the monsoon. Over 60% of the work is in western suburbs, with a target to complete 80% by Jan 2026. Read the latest updates.
MP Construction Workers Board Launches Social Media Platforms
Madhya Pradesh Construction Workers Board launches dedicated social media platforms on Facebook and WhatsApp to provide easy access to welfare scheme updates and services for over 1.5 million registered workers.
Nabha protests 4 road deaths in 40 days on killer stretch
Residents of Nabha protest on Circular Road after 4 fatal accidents in 40 days. They demand safety measures, remove encroachments, and install DIY reflectors. Read their urgent plea for action.
3 killed in Bengaluru road accidents on Sunday
Tragic road accidents in Bengaluru claim 3 lives including software engineers and mother-son duo. Details on the incidents and safety concerns.
Mumbai labourer dies in Vikhroli building fall
37-year-old labourer Udayraj died after falling from second floor of under-construction building in Vikhroli. Contractor Ganesh Danawale booked for negligence. Read full details.
AI Data Centers Offer Six-Figure Salaries to Workers
The AI investment boom is creating massive demand for data center construction workers, with salaries reaching $200,000+ and unprecedented job security in the skilled trades sector.
Jalandhar's ₹2 Crore Road Enhances Basti Danishmanda Connectivity
Jalandhar's newly constructed ₹2 crore road in Basti Danishmanda promises better connectivity and development. MLA Raman Arora inaugurates the vital infrastructure project.
Punjab's Rs 16,209 Crore Road Construction Plan Announced
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces massive 44,920km road construction programme with 5-year maintenance clause. Project to be completed by next year using state funds.
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