AP Enforces Green Building Code for Large Projects
Andhra Pradesh govt enforces green building code for large residential projects & new govt offices to cut power use & boost sustainability. Learn how this move shapes eco-friendly construction.
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Goyal Advocates Incentives for Precast Construction in Mumbai
Union Minister Piyush Goyal proposes tax concessions and incentives to promote precast and steel construction methods, aiming to reduce dust pollution in Mumbai ahead of civic polls.
Khajuraho Temples: Ancient Earthquake-Resistant Design Secrets
A new study reveals how 10th-12th century Indian architects built earthquake-resistant temples like Khajuraho. Discover ancient techniques offering lessons for modern sustainable construction. Read more!
Bihar Training for Quality Block Office Construction
Bihar's building department launches a training programme for engineers & contractors to ensure timely, high-quality construction of new block offices across the state. Strict quality norms announced.
NHAI's Bengaluru-Vijayawada Expressway Bags 2 Guinness Records
NHAI enters Guinness Book for constructing 75 km in 105 hours & laying 2,500 km of bituminous concrete in a day on Bengaluru-Kadapa-Vijayawada Expressway. Read about this engineering marvel.
Skilled workers fly for jobs, eroding class barriers in India
Meet Love Kush, a 19-year-old construction worker flown by his company. His story highlights a major shift where skilled blue-collar labour is in such high demand that firms are paying for air travel, bridging economic divides.
Outdated Tax Rules Burden India's Home Buyers
Falling interest rates fuel home buying, but outdated tax caps on deductions, deferred relief on pre-construction interest, and lapsed benefits create a financial strain. Experts demand urgent reforms.
India's Construction Equipment Sales Fall 7% in 2025
India's construction equipment industry faced a 7% volume decline in 2025. Key factors include prolonged monsoons and the shift to Stage V norms. Discover the market leaders and the 2026 recovery outlook.
Pakistan Army Uses Civilians as Shields for Bunkers: India
Indian forces expose Pakistan Army's tactic of using civilians as human shields for bunker construction near the LoC. Watch the viral video and see India's strong response.
ASBL's 3 Principles for Transparent, Tech-Driven Homes
Discover how ASBL, under founder Ajitesh Korupolu, uses product thinking, transparency, and a digital twin to bridge the gap between modern lifestyles and Indian apartments. A new standard for living.
Yogi Adityanath Press Conference: MGNREGA, VB, Ram Temple
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath accuses INDIA bloc of misusing MGNREGA funds, defends vigilance bureau actions, and highlights Ram Temple contributions. Full press conference details.
Cement Companies Set for Strong Q3 Revenue Growth
India's cement sector is poised for robust Q3 FY24 results with an expected 11% YoY demand surge, driven by infrastructure and housing. Key players like UltraTech, Ambuja, and Shree Cement in focus.
Highway construction set to fall to lowest since FY18
India's national highway construction is projected to drop 10-15% in FY26 to 9,000-9,500 km, marking the lowest pace since FY18, reveals an Ind-Ra report. Explore the challenges facing the sector.
Man held for stealing 2,5-tonne NH construction materials
Kallambalam police arrested Vinod (37) for stealing steel pipes and iron rods meant for highway works. Materials recovered from a Paravur scrap shop. Read the full investigation details.
Steel Prices Jump After New Import Duty, Construction Hit
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
SKA Group's T3 Philosophy Builds Trust in Real Estate
Discover how SKA Group's T3 Philosophy—Transparency, Timely Delivery, and Technology—is setting new benchmarks for trust and quality in India's real estate sector. Learn about their innovative approach.
Baghpat serves notices to 29 illegal colonies, school
Baghpat authorities serve notices to 29 illegal colonies and a private school for unauthorized construction. Demolition looms if violations are not rectified. Read the full story.
UP Builds 28% of India's Toilets, Leads States
Uttar Pradesh constructed 28% of India's 17.26 lakh toilets this fiscal. CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed progress, praised revenue collection, and directed expansion of rural infrastructure.
Road Construction Falls 12% in FY25, Toll Sector Stable
India's road construction pace declined 12% year-on-year in Q1 FY25, reveals ICRA. However, the toll collection sector demonstrates robust stability with 6-8% growth. Get the full analysis.
2 Labourers Die in Ahmedabad Building Site Accident
Two workers from Rajasthan died after a wooden platform collapsed in Ahmedabad's Ambawadi. Police cite negligence in safety measures. Read the full investigation details.
NITK Surathkal's Jute Geocell Cuts Cost 80%, Boosts Strength
NITK Surathkal, with the National Jute Board & Birla Jute Mills, creates a sustainable jute geocell for construction. It offers 120% higher bearing capacity and 80% lower cost than polymer options. A green leap for Indian infrastructure.
Haryana orders probe into Rs 1,500 crore workers' board scam
Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij recommends a state or central agency probe into an alleged Rs 1,500 crore scam in the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Massive irregularities found in work slips and registrations.
Nagpur: Contractor Spared in Fatal Construction Site Accident
Pachpaoli police book only tanker driver, not contractor, after fatal accident on flyover stretch. Residents flag ongoing safety hazards, dust, and chaos. Details inside.
3 Die in Hyderabad After Falling Into Under-Construction Culvert
Three young men died after their bike fell into a deep, unmarked pit on an under-construction road in Sanga Reddy. Read the full details of this heartbreaking accident.
Gurugram Mahapanchayat warns against new church construction
Hindu outfits hold mahapanchayat in Gurugram against church construction, citing demographic imbalance and conversion fears. This follows nationwide Christmas disruption reports.
Construction Starts on 1000-Bed Eye Hospital in Bihar
BuiltX initiates work on a massive 1000-bed super-specialty eye hospital in Bihar's Vaishali district, a project by the Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital trust. The facility aims to combat preventable blindness.
MLA Mahesh Tenginakai Inaugurates Build Expo-2025 in Dharwad
Hubballi-Dharwad Central MLA Mahesh Tenginakai inaugurated Build Expo-2025 at Karnatak College ground. The expo highlights sustainable construction tech and connects industry stakeholders. Read more.
Sikh woman donates land for mosque in Punjab village
In a heartwarming gesture of communal harmony, 75-year-old Bibi Rajinder Kaur donated land for a mosque in Jakhwali village, Fatehgarh Sahib. Sikh and Hindu families also contributed funds. Read this inspiring story of unity.
Ulhasnagar orders demolition of faulty Rs 52 crore roads
Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation directs MMRDA to demolish and reconstruct cracked roads at contractor's cost after quality failures. A third-party inspection by VJTI ordered.
Farmers' Day 2025: Sustainable Agriculture & UPSC Guide
On National Farmers' Day, explore crucial sustainable farming methods & the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). Essential reading for UPSC aspirants & eco-conscious citizens. Boost your current affairs knowledge now!
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