India's Highway Network Grows 61%, Becomes World's Second Largest
India's national highway network has expanded by over 61% since 2014, reaching 146,560 km. The government plans major PPP projects and new funding mechanisms for future growth.
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Govt Aims to Stop Highway Contractors' Court Stays on Debarment
The government is developing a strategy to prevent highway contractors from easily obtaining court stays on debarment orders. New contract conditions will link eligibility to major project failures.
Assam Highway Stuck at 65%, DC Orders Speed-Up for 2026
The 44-km Jhanji-Demow highway section in Assam remains only 64.66% complete after nearly a decade. Sivasagar DC Mridul Yadav inspected the site and directed officials to accelerate work for a March 2026 deadline.
Maruti Suzuki to Acquire Gujarat Land for Rs 4,960 Crore
Maruti Suzuki India's board approves a Rs 4,960 crore investment to acquire land in Gujarat for expanding production capacity. The move signals strong growth plans for India's auto sector. Read more details.
Centre Questions Goa PWD Over Bhoma Road Project Delay
Union ministry officials question Goa PWD over delayed intimation on Bhoma road widening protests. 91% land acquired, but 9% stalled. Find out the project's status and future steps.
Goa highway projects delayed, Rs 700 crore stuck
Key highway expansion projects in Goa worth over Rs 700 crore are stalled due to a 16-month delay in shifting gas pipelines. Union ministry officials express displeasure. Read more.
Kolhapur ACB Chief's Mother Killed in Road Accident
Tragic accident claims lives of DySP Vaishnavi Patil's mother and driver on Pune-Bengaluru highway. The officer and two others injured. Read the full details.
NHAI installs noise barriers on Kochi elevated highway
NHAI is installing Kerala's first highway noise barriers on the Aroor-Thuravoor stretch to protect residents. The 1.8m polycarbonate barriers will reduce noise by 10-15 decibels. A dedicated cycle track is also being built below.
Ponda-Bhoma Highway Work to Begin Next Month
Land acquisition for the Ponda-Bhoma highway widening is complete. The contractor will start work next month, promising a six-lane flyover and underpasses. Read more about the project details and expected traffic impact.
5 Roads Where People Disappear Without a Trace
Explore five infamous highways worldwide where travellers have vanished under mysterious circumstances. From Canada's Highway of Tears to Australia's Stuart Highway, these roads hold chilling, unresolved mysteries. Discover the facts behind the legends.
Kanpur highway lights now on from 5 PM to 8 AM for fog safety
Kanpur DM orders new streetlight timings on national highways to combat dense fog and prevent accidents. NHAI also conducts safety checks and awareness drives.
Fatal Head-On Collision on Jaipur-Agra Highway in Dausa
A young man from Haryana died in a tragic head-on collision with a three-wheeler on the Jaipur-Agra National Highway due to dense fog. Read the full details of the Dausa accident.
MK Stalin's car tyre bursts at high speed, CM unhurt
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin's convoy car suffered a tyre puncture at 150 km/h on Dindigul-Madurai highway. The CM was shifted safely and continued his journey. Read the full details of the incident.
Ponda Court Frames Murder Charges in 2023 Wife Killing Case
A Ponda court has directed murder charges against Chetan Gaonakar for allegedly killing his sleeping wife in May 2023. The court cited prima facie evidence of pre-planning. Read the full details.
How a 29-year-old mapped India's deadly NH-66 highway
A 29-year-old's detailed mapping of NH-66, India's most dangerous highway, reveals shocking safety gaps. Discover the data-driven story behind the perilous road.
Land Acquired for Ponda Highway Flyover, Work Order Awaited
MoRTH has formally acquired land for the Priol-Kundaim highway expansion in Ponda. A Rs 273 crore tender is awarded, but work awaits the central work order. Details inside.
2 Killed in Nashik Tanker Accident on Samruddhi Expressway
A fatal collision on Samruddhi Expressway near Gonde, Nashik, claims two lives. Details on the accident, rising fatalities, and highway safety measures.
Surat-Chennai travel time slashed to 17 hours
The Union Cabinet approves a ₹19,142 crore highway project, cutting Surat-Chennai travel from 31 to 17 hours. A major boost for west-south connectivity and logistics.
Varanasi Airport Gets India's 1st Runway Underpass Tunnel
Varanasi is constructing India's first national highway tunnel under an active airport runway. The 2.89-km project, costing Rs 250 crore, will enhance road and air connectivity, enabling future runway expansion. Read more.
Toll Halved on Expanding Highways, Expressway Fees Cut
In a major relief for highway users, tolls on roads under expansion will be halved. Charges on partially opened expressways like Delhi-Mumbai will also be reduced to match National Highway rates. Read more.
Kochi's 5-km Elevated Highway to Open by March
NHAI plans to open a 5-km elevated highway segment on the Kochi-Alappuzha corridor by March, featuring Kerala's first dedicated highway cycle track. Read about this major infrastructure boost.
Massive Rs 19,142 Crore Nashik-Solapur Highway Gets Cabinet Nod
The Union Cabinet approves India's largest BOT highway project, the 374-km Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot corridor. It will slash Surat-Chennai travel by 45%. Read more about this transformative infrastructure push.
Rs 19,142 Crore Nashik-Solapur Highway Approved
The Union Cabinet greenlights a 374-km greenfield highway in Maharashtra, part of the Surat-Chennai corridor, set to slash travel time by 45% and boost connectivity. Read more.
Nashik Rane Nagar Underpass Work Delayed by a Month
The addition of two lanes to Nashik's Rane Nagar underpass on the Mumbai-Agra highway faces a one-month delay. NHAI officials aim for a January end completion to ease traffic snarls.
Centre Approves Two Major Highway Projects in Maharashtra, Odisha
The Union government has greenlit two crucial highway projects in Maharashtra and Odisha, totaling Rs 7,210 crore, to boost connectivity and economic growth. Read more about the strategic infrastructure push.
Rs 20,668 Crore Highway Projects Approved by Cabinet
The Union Cabinet greenlights two major highway projects worth Rs 20,668 crore, including a 374-km Nashik-Solapur greenfield corridor and NH-326 upgrade in Odisha, boosting connectivity and economic growth. Read more.
Govt Ends Arbitration for Highway Disputes Above Rs 10 Crore
To curb malpractices, India's road ministry mandates conciliation for disputes above Rs 10 crore in highway contracts. Learn about the new rules and their impact on BOT, HAM, and EPC projects.
DPR for Kopargaon-Malegaon 4-Laning, Yevla Bypass Soon
NHAI to start detailed project report for concrete 4-laning of Kopargaon-Malegaon highway via Yevla and Manmad. Plan includes a Yevla bypass to ease traffic. Read the latest updates.
Ponda Deputy Collector Orders Crackdown on Illegal Scrapyards
Ponda deputy collector Kaushik D Amonkar directs Kavlem panchayat to use its powers against illegal scrapyards following repeated fire incidents. Compliance report due by Jan 14.
Massive 25-km jam on Kanpur-Sagar highway after accident
A collision near Shambhua bridge caused a night-long 25-km traffic jam on Kanpur-Sagar highway. Stranded commuters faced cold and dense fog. Read the full report on the incident and clearance efforts.
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