Dineshchandra-DMRC JV Bags Bullet Train Contract in Thane
The National High-Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL), overseeing the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, has awarded the construction contract for the Thane rolling stock depot's design to the joint venture Dineshchandra-DMRC company.
L&T to Set Up Electrification System for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train
Larsen & Toubro's (L&T) construction arm, the Railway Strategic Business Group, has secured a "mega contract" to establish an electrification system for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train route. The project, employing Japanese Shinkansen
NCRTC Invites Bids for Geotechnical Work on 70km Stretch of RRTS
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has issued bids for geotechnical work on the Delhi-Dharuhera stretch of the 70.72 km-long Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor, commencing from Sarai Kale Khan
Agra Metro Initiates Tunneling for 2.2km Stretch from RBS College Ramp
Agra Metro has commenced tunneling work on a 2.2 km stretch, starting from RBS College Ramp towards Agra College Interchange Station. The launch marks the deployment of the third Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), named Shivaji (TBMS-718C)
Shellinfo Global Digital Tech Secures ₹93.17cr CMRL Contract
Shellinfo Global Digital Tech has secured a contract with a scope of work that includes designing, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of Station Level Equipment for the Automatic Fare
Patil Rail Infra Secures Contract for Fastening Systems on Delhi Metro
Patil Rail Infrastructure has successfully secured a contract for the supply of fastening systems for ballastless tracks on the Delhi Metro's Silver Line. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) had issued an invitation for bids for ballastless
Alstom Emerges as Lowest Bidder for S&T-DM Contract on Bangalore Metro
Alstom has been declared the lowest bidder by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation for Package 10 S&T-DM (Signaling & Train Control and Depot Modernization) contract. The contract involves the installation of a Communication-Based
Indian Railways Unveils Construction Manual to Boost Rail Network
The Union Minister of Railways has unveiled 'The Indian Railways Construction Manual, 2023' in New Delhi. This updated construction manual is expected to streamline various activities, including land acquisition, forest clearance, bridge design
MPMRCL Receives 6 Bids for Bhopal & Indore Metro Design Consultancy
The Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation has attracted 6 bids for the tender concerning the Detailed Design Consultancy (DDC) for Electrical and Mechanical (E&M) Systems for the Bhopal and Indore Metro rail projects. The contract
DMRC Floats Tender for Private Operation of Red & Green Lines
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has released a tender inviting private bodies to take over the operation of its Red and Green lines. The contract includes the management of metro operations on these lines and the
Land Acquisition Completed for Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail
The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has successfully completed the land acquisition for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Rail Corridor, also known as the bullet train project. Covering Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Dadra
Haryana Plans 34km Gurgaon-Faridabad Metro Project with 12 Stations
The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation has unveiled plans for the Gurgaon-Faridabad Metro rail project, featuring a light rail system encompassing twelve strategically positioned stations. Stretching over 34.12 kilometers
Guwahati Metro Project Envisions 61.40 km Mass Rapid Transit System
The Guwahati Metro project is set to transform transportation in Assam, with plans for a comprehensive Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) covering a length of 61.40 km. The ambitious project comprises four lines with 54 stations
Delhi Metro Plans Interchange at Tughlakabad Station
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is set to develop the Tughlakabad Metro station into a world-class interchange facility connecting the Violet Line and the upcoming Silver Line. The 23.62km Silver Line, part of the Metro's
Uttarakhand Govt Plans Metro Extension from Dehradun to Rishikesh
The Uttarakhand government has commenced the survey process for extending the metro rail line from Dehradun to the twin cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh. The project aims to enhance inter-city connectivity across these major towns in Uttarakhand.
UP Finalizes RRTS Route Connecting Noida Airport to Ghaziabad
The Uttar Pradesh state government has approved the Rapid Rail Transit System (RRTS) routes connecting Noida International Airport in Jewar to Ghaziabad RRTS Station via Greater Noida West, Surajpur, and Pari Chowk. Spanning 72 km
UPMRC Plans Metro Rail Extension in Lucknow
The Uttar Pradesh government unveils plans for metro rail expansion, proposing a new route from Charbagh to Vasant Kunj via Chowk in Lucknow. Additionally, the existing Lucknow Metro will be extended to IIM Sitapur on one
Odisha Launches ₹6,255 cr Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project
The government of Odisha has launched the Bhubaneswar Metro rail project, with an estimated investment of ₹6,255 crore. The state Chief Minister laid the foundation stone, marking one of the largest investments in any infrastructure project
L&T Wins Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project's Elevated Viaduct Contract
Larsen and Toubro (L&T) has been awarded a contract for the construction of an elevated viaduct for the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP). The project involves the design and construction of an 8.960 km elevated viaduct for the
NBCC Secures ₹89 cr Contract from DMRC for Bhubaneswar Metro Quarters
NBCC, the construction and infrastructure company, has won a construction contract worth ₹89 crore from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The contract involves the construction of staff quarters for the Bhubaneswar metro
Noida Authority Approves Second Arm of Aqua Line Metro
The Noida Authority has approved the second arm of the Aqua Line metro, connecting Greater Noida with the Blue and Magenta lines at Botanical Garden. The 11.6km corridor, estimated at ₹2,254.35 crore, will have eight stations
Railway targets $7 trillion investment in track laying
Indian Railways is set to make a colossal investment of $7 trillion for the ambitious project of laying 50,000 km of new tracks to accommodate advanced and modern trains. The comprehensive plan also includes laying 100,000 km of new
Tamil Nadu Approves Chennai Metro Extension to New Parandur Airport
The Tamil Nadu state government approves the extension of Chennai's metro rail by 93 km, reaching the new Parandur airport. The expansion will stretch the ongoing Poonamallee-Sriperumbudur line, covering a distance of 28 km to connect
DRA-DMRC in Joint Venture Wins Bullet Train Contract
Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon, in collaboration with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, has been announced as the lowest bidder (L1) for the construction of the Thane Depot as part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project.
KPIL wins DMRC’s Package DE-08 Phase-IV contract
Kalpataru Projects International Limited (KPIL) has successfully secured the electrification contract for Package DE-08 from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). This package involves the electrification of the magenta and silver lines
JICA Inks ₹22,627cr Loan Agreement for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train
In a historic move, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signs a loan agreement with the Indian government, committing a record 400 billion Japanese Yen (approximately ₹22,627 crore) as the fifth tranche for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad
Alstom Unveils India's 1st Digital Experience Centre in Bangalore
Alstom, a global leader in intelligent mobility, inaugurates India's premier Digital Experience Centre in Bangalore, spanning over 5,000 sq. ft. As a hub for executing diverse rail projects, the centre boasts an extensive
ADB & Indian Govt Ink $250mn Pact for Delhi-Meerut RRTS Project
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India have signed a 37 billion Japanese Yen ($250 million) agreement to continue financing the 82-km Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor. This agreement follows
Pune Metro Invites Bids for ₹910cr Elevated Viaduct Project
Pune Metro initiates the bidding process for the design and construction of a 4.519 km elevated viaduct, connecting PCMC to NIGDI on the North-South Corridor of Pune Metro Rail Project's Reach-1 extension. The estimated investment
K-Ride Secures €500mn Loan & Grant €4.5mn for Bengaluru Rail Project
Rail Infrastructure Development Company (Karnataka) (K-Ride) has signed a €500 million loan and €4.5 million grant agreement with Germany's KfW Development Bank for the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP). This collaboration
