Hyderabad Metro Transition Stalled by Agreement Delay

The transition of Hyderabad Metro Rail from Larsen & Toubro to the Telangana government remains delayed due to an unfinalized share purchase agreement and funding hurdles, with officials now targeting an April 30 deadline.

Banana Prices Plummet in Bengaluru Due to Tamil Nadu Weather

Extreme heat and winds in Mettur, Tamil Nadu, caused premature banana harvests, flooding Bengaluru markets with low-quality fruit. Prices dropped by Rs 15-50 per kg, with exports also hit by Middle East conflicts. Recovery expected by June-July.

Mandwa's Seaweed Farm: Alibag's First Commercial Venture

In Mandwa's sheltered cove, 15 tonnes of seaweed grow on bamboo rafts, marking MMR's first commercial farm. Koli fishers, earning Rs 10,000-12,000 per harvest, diversify income amid declining catches, supported by ClimaCrew's training and buyback.

India to Export Wheat to Egypt, Indonesia, Myanmar

The Indian government is likely to permit wheat exports to Egypt, Indonesia, and Myanmar due to surplus stocks, while considering rice shipments to Iran on humanitarian grounds amid storage constraints.

Goa Launches Verna Industrial Estate Shuttle Service

The Goa Industrial Development Corporation and Kadamba Transport Corporation have launched a pilot shuttle bus service at Verna industrial estate to improve transportation for factory employees, with partial funding from GIDC.

PPCB Protects Buyers from Builder Environmental Penalties

The Punjab Pollution Control Board has issued new directives to prevent innocent homebuyers from facing penalties for environmental violations committed by real estate developers, while maintaining strict action against non-compliant builders.

Onion Prices Drop 50% in Mumbai Due to Export Decline

Wholesale onion prices in Mumbai's APMC Vashi have crashed to Rs 8-12 per kg, a 50% drop from last year, as West Asia conflict disrupts exports. Retail prices remain high at Rs 20-24 per kg despite government intervention.

Prayagraj Ganga Bridge Work Starts with Soil Testing

Construction of a four-lane bridge over the Ganga in Prayagraj has commenced with soil testing at the site. The project, costing Rs 952 crore, aims to enhance connectivity and is linked to Maha Kumbh-2025.

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