Polavaram Project Cost Soars to ₹62,436 Crore
The Polavaram irrigation project's cost has surged six-fold to ₹62,436 crore due to delays, design changes, and rising rehabilitation expenses, posing financial challenges for Andhra Pradesh.
The Polavaram irrigation project's cost has surged six-fold to ₹62,436 crore due to delays, design changes, and rising rehabilitation expenses, posing financial challenges for Andhra Pradesh.
Kerala's Rs 60,000 crore SilverLine rail project stands shelved after years of controversy. The collapse reveals critical flaws in infrastructure appraisal, including manipulated data and ethical violations.
Gurgaon's property market surged in 2025 as RERA approved 131 projects worth Rs 86,588 crore, including 35,455 units, with residential and commercial developments driving growth.
Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation for the Neeva branch canal-Kalyani dam linkage project worth ₹126 crore during his visit to Naravaripalli. He also inaugurated several development works.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised the PRAGATI portal for accelerating project approvals and boosting infrastructure development across the state.
Five years after Jal Jeevan Mission launch, 51 Uttarkashi villages remain without tap water. Residents face daily struggles fetching water, with forest approvals delaying Rs 121 crore projects.
Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit directs immediate action against negligent contractors in Gaya and reviews progress of North Koel, Mandai Weir, and Tajpur-Bakhtiyarpur bridge projects.
The Public Investment Board greenlights the massive 1,720 MW Kamala hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh, set to generate 6,870 million units of green energy annually and aid flood relief. Read more about India's clean energy push.
After four decades, canal water finally flows into Punjab's arid Kandi region, reviving agriculture and hope for farmers. A landmark project brings long-awaited relief. Read the full story.
Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla accuses a local AAP leader of obstructing a crucial National Highway project. The delay impacts commuters and development. Read the full story.
Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar reviewed three new hydroelectric projects on the Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to boost power generation and water management. Details inside.
Panchkula's PMDA sanctions a major Rs 12.9 crore project to reinforce Ghaggar riverbanks, based on IIT Roorkee's plan, to protect vulnerable sectors from seasonal floods. Read details.
UP RERA approves seven new residential and commercial projects across five cities, involving an investment of Rs 417 crore and adding 1,024 units. This move aims to boost real estate development and generate employment.
Cabinet Secretary Somanathan reveals land acquisition is the top hurdle in PRAGATI projects. Govt rules out law change, stressing democratic balance. Over 3,300 projects worth ₹85 lakh crore reviewed.
Thiruvananthapuram corporation seeks Rs 5 crore to restore and expand the city's iconic Arteria wall paintings. New murals planned for April to revive public art heritage. Read more.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces a unique project for a Gurudwara, mosque, church, and Shiva temple along the Musi river to promote religious harmony. The DPR will be shared with MLAs for suggestions.
Bengaluru's ambitious 250-metre skydeck project is set for the Challaghatta-Bheemanakuppe area, the sixth and likely final location after years of delays due to aviation and legal hurdles. Explore the details.
A major 1200 MW hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh, close to the China border, receives crucial environmental clearance, boosting India's green energy and strategic infrastructure.
A flagship government infrastructure project is struggling with significant implementation delays, raising concerns about cost overruns and missed deadlines. Read the full report on the challenges and official response.
A collision between two loco trains inside a tunnel at the THDC Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Chamoli injured 70 workers. Four remain hospitalized. Chief Minister Dhami monitors the situation.
Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation has unanimously abandoned the ambitious French-funded 24x7 water supply scheme. Councillors cite failed pilot, public disinterest, and political risks. Read the full story.
India's Dalal Street braces for a historic IPO surge in 2026, with 197 firms eyeing $31 billion. Jio Platforms, NSE, and Flipkart to lead the wave. Discover the new market trends.
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh demands Supreme Court action against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them a mockery of governance. Details on the Sariska boundary revision case.
A Rs 3 crore road project in Bhopal's Awadhpuri has left residents facing danger due to unshifted electric poles. Poor coordination between departments raises safety and cost concerns. Read more.
Kochi Muziris Biennale's Island Mural Project brings vibrant public art to Kochi's walls. Artists like Aravani Project and Trespassers create works reflecting local stories. Discover the 'people's biennale' in action.
Ambuja Neotia Group secures NCLT approval to revive the stalled Usshar housing project in Batanagar with a Rs 34 crore payment. Read about the resolution plan and future revival.
The Punjab government's objection over land lease has stalled the Bhakra Beas Management Board's 18 MW solar power project in Hoshiarpur, impacting green energy goals. Read details.
Mora Namdar, daughter of Iranian immigrants, takes charge of US visa approvals and passport issuance. A lawyer and business owner, her role is crucial for migrants and US citizens abroad. Read more.
The Punjab government has finally approved the long-awaited Rs 1,878 crore Zirakpur-Panchkula bypass project to decongest traffic. The 4.5-km elevated corridor will connect NH-5 and NH-7. Read more about the key details and expected impact.
Indian govt notifies Colliery Control (Amendment) Rules, 2025, shifting mine opening approvals to company boards. This reform aims to slash bureaucratic delays by up to 60 days, boosting coal production efficiency.