BMC starts work to rebuild Bellasis Bridge in Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has commenced work to build a brand-new cable-stayed steel bridge, by replacing the aging Bellasis Bridge in the metropolitan city. This transformation is essential to accommodate the ever
Work on Kapashera-NH 8 tunnel is 80% complete
The work on the tunnel connecting Kapashera border to NH-8 is 80 percent complete. The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has claimed that the tunnel between the Haryana border and IGI Airport Terminal 3 in Delhi, will cut down travel time massively
NCRTC floats tender to enhance mobile link in tunnels
To keep the mobile network performance in top gear, especially within the underground corridors, the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has initiated a tender process to enhance mobile network connectivity for train commuters
CMRL hastens tunneling work on Phase-II corridor
The CMRL has fast tracked the tunneling work on Phase-II metro rail corridor connecting Kellys and Taramani Road Junction stations. Contractor L&T has pressed into service the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) DZ1040, named Siruvani, for the project
Maha-Metro Launches Tunneling Work on Metro Line 7A
In its mission to transform Mumbai's transportation landscape, the MMRDA has recently announced the commencement of tunneling work for Metro Line 7A (ML7A). The first TBM, named T62, has recently embarked on its journey, marking the beginning
MoRTH launches work to upgrade Khellani tunnel in J&K
The Union Road Ministry has commenced construction work on the two-laning of Khellani tunnel in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. The ministry is upgrading the uni-directional Khellani tunnel structure incorporating a paved shoulder and improving
MahaRail to build bridge on Ghatkopar-Andheri link road
The Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (MahaRail) has decided to build a cable stayed bridge on the Ghatkopar-Andheri Link road in a phased manner to replace the old and dilapidated Ghatkopar ROB on the given road stretch
NCRTC completes tunneling on Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor
In a major accomplishment towards faster regional connectivity in NCR, the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has achieved a milestone by completing tunnelling work on the entire Delhi – Ghaziabad – Meerut RRTS Corridor. The task
Tender floated for Rs 281.3-cr bridge construction in K’taka
The South Western Railway has floated a tender for the construction of a bridge across Krishna River in Gadag-Wadi new line project in Karnataka. The project at an estimated cost of Rs 281.3 crore is expected to be completed in a period of 24 months
DMRC floats tender for Rs. 426.88-cr tunnel in Patna
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has issued an e- tender for the construction of a single tunnel between Bihar and Patna Museum with an estimated investment of Rs. 426.88 crores. The scope of work in the contract PC-08R includes design and
NHAI sets up Design Division
For effective review of design and construction of bridges, specialized structures and tunnels, NHAI has set up a Design Division that will formulate policy and guidelines for planning, designing, construction and maintenance of bridges, structures
Multi-level flyover inaugurated in Pune to tackle traffic woes
Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways unveiled a multi-level flyover at Pune's Chandni Chowk, a step aimed at alleviating traffic congestion in the city. The inauguration was attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar
Bihar sanctions Rs 542-cr for construction of world-class heritage tunnel
The Bihar government has sanctioned Rs 542 crore for the construction of a 'world-class heritage tunnel', a subway that will connect Bihar Museum with the Patna Museum. The project has already been assigned to Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)
Work under Adyar river in Chennai to begin from Sept
The work under the river Adyar near Greenways Road metro station will begin from the next month in Chennai. A machine will go 20 meters under the river to begin boring a 400-metre-long tunnel. The tunnel boring machine (TBM), named Kaveri, began
MoRTH approves Rs 300-cr to rebuild bridges in HP
The Union Transport ministry has approved Rs 300 crore for the reconstruction of bridges damaged by the recent flash floods in Himachal Pradesh. The funds have been sanctioned under the Setu Bharatam Yojna for reconstruction of damaged bridges
Work on Zojila tunnel to be over by 2030
The 13 km-long Zojila Tunnel is said to be completed by December 2030, while its 40 percent work has already been completed. The Zojila tunnel said to be the longest of its kind in Asia and at the highest altitude will significantly cut down the time to
NHAI unveils Dhaula Kuan-Manesar elevated corridor
The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) is set to construct a two-layer elevated road over NH-8, connecting Dhaula Kuan to Manesar, aimed at alleviating traffic congestion on this route. The elevated road will be exclusively for light vehicles and is
MP PWD invites bids for Rs 684-cr flyover construction in Gwalior
The Public Works Department, Madhya Pradesh, has issued a bid invitation for the construction of a four-lane elevated corridor/flyover in Gwalior city, Gwalior district (Phase-II). The elevated corridor, with an estimated contract value of Rs 684.37 crore, will
Delhi-Meerut underground RRTS tunneling completed
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has achieved a significant milestone in the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) project, completing tunnelling in the Meerut section. The underground section, spanning
MoRTH announces Siliguri-Sikkim elevated corridor in NE
The Union Transport Ministry has announced the construction of an elevated corridor between Siliguri and Sikkim. The corridor will span approximately 11km, linking Sevoke Military Station to Sevoke Ghat. The initiative comes as a relief for travelers
L&T emerges as lowest bidder for 3.81-km long tunnel in Mumbai
Larsen and Toubro (L&T) has emerged as the lowest bidder for the construction of a 3.81 km long underground tunnel, connecting Eastern Freeway to Coastal Road on Marine Drive in Mumbai. This project aims to alleviate traffic congestion at key junctions
Ircon bags Rs 144-cr order for tunnel communication systems in Manipur
Ircon International Ltd has secured orders worth Rs 144 crore from N F Railway Construction in Manipur. The contract involves the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of integrated tunnel communication systems, specifically an optical fibre
Bidders shortlisted for Goregaon Mulund Link Road Tunnel Construction
NCC, Larsen and Toubro, and Afcons Infrastructure are among the three bidders who have submitted their proposals for the construction of twin underground tunnels as part of the Goregaon Mulund Link Road (GMLR) project. The estimated investment
Karnataka govt plans world's longest tunnel highway network in Bengaluru
The Karnataka government has unveiled plans for the construction of the world's longest tunnel highway network in Bengaluru. The network will consist of three major corridors spanning a total of 99kms, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion and address
TERRATEC Supplies Rock Slurry TBM for Mumbai Sewer Disposal Project
TERRATEC has successfully delivered a 3.85m Rock Slurry TBM for the Mumbai Sewer Disposal Project (MSDP) Stage-II – PST1 in Mumbai, India. The machine was procured by the J Kumar and Michigan Engineers Private Ltd. (MEPL) Joint Venture, in
NHAI to construct Rs 37-cr concrete tunnel on Mumbai-Kolkata NH
To ensure safe travel for passengers and mitigate disruptions caused by landslides, a concrete tunnel will be constructed at Laxmi Dungri area in Sambalpur city along the Mumbai-Kolkata National Highway-53. The project, supervised by the National Highway
Assam govt announces Rs 6,000-cr underwater rail-road tunnel
Assam government has unveiled plans to construct the first-ever underwater tunnel in the state, connecting Numaligarh and Gohpur at a cost of Rs 6,000 crores. This groundbreaking project, which will be the inaugural rail-road tunnel beneath the Brahmaputra
Afcons Infra achieves second tunnel breakthrough in Meerut RRTS Project
Afcons Infrastructure celebrated a significant achievement in the Meerut Rapid Rail Transit System (RRTS) project with the second tunnel breakthrough of the tunnel boring machine (TBM) S88 at the South Shaft of the Begumpul RRTS Station. This marks
L&T wins Rs 2,447-cr tunnel contract in Kolkata
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has emerged as the lowest bidder for the construction of the 5-km long underground section of the Joka-Esplanade Metro corridor. The contract, valued at Rs 2,447 crore, is awaiting final evaluation and approval from the project's
Another under construction bridge collapsed in Bihar
The construction of the 49-kilometer Galgalia-Bahadurganj 4-lane project in Bihar has encountered an unexpected setback as a settlement of approximately 600 mm occurred beneath pier P3 on a major bridge. The bridge spans a total length of 222 meters
