The state government in Chhattisgarh recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Civil Aviation to boost regional air connectivity within the state. The MoU was signed between the State and Central government, a public relations officer said. As per the agreement, under the Centre's Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS), small airports and airstrips will be developed in phased manner in different cities to facilitate intra-state flight services. This scheme will cover those cities where flight services have been either discontinued for a long time or could not be started quickly. The airports of Jagdalpur, Ambikapur, Raigarh, and Bilaspur cities in Chhattisgarh would have to first acquire Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) license for use of the said airports for public use before starting regional air services, civil aviation sources said, adding that the Swami Vivekananda Airport in Raipur remains the sole airport in Chhattisgarh so far.
Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Ltd (MEIL) has emerged as the lowest bidder for a ₹12,800 crore contract, the highest-value tender ever issued by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL). The project involves constructing two
Afcons Infrastructure Wins ₹1,141 Cr Kochi Metro Contract
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ITD Cementation India Secures ₹1,082 Cr Marine Contract in Gujarat
ITD Cementation India has secured a marine contract worth approximately ₹1,082 crores in Gujarat. The project involves constructing a third berth (Jetty) and additional specified works at the Dahej LNG terminal.
MoHUA Approves ₹860.35 Cr for West Bengal Under SBM-U 2.0
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has approved proposals worth ₹860.35 crores for West Bengal under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 (SBM-U 2.0). Compared to the ₹911.34 crores allocated during the first phase of SBM-U
NHAI Sets Up DPR Cell to Enhance National Highway Project Standards
To ensure the highest construction standards, cost-effectiveness, and timely completion of National Highway projects, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has established a Detailed Project Report (DPR) cell at its headquarters
The Network Planning Group (NPG) has evaluated eight major infrastructure projects, including two from the Ministry of Railways and six from the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), DPIIT.
Nikhil Construction Wins ₹363 cr Road Widening Project in Maharashtra
Nikhil Construction Group has been declared the lowest bidder for a road widening project in Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. The ₹363.40 crore project involves improving and widening the Devgad Nipani Road (SH-178) from 5.50 meters
KONE Elevator India Expands with New Office in Kalyan, Maharashtra
KONE Elevator India, a subsidiary of KONE Corporation, is set to enhance its presence with a new office in Kalyan, Maharashtra. Strategically located at 402/403, Seasons Business Centre, Shivaji Chowk, the office underscores KONE's
SANY India Partners with Union Bank of India for Better Customer Support
SANY India, a leading construction equipment manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Union Bank of India to enhance growth opportunities nationwide. The partnership aims to offer improved financial support to
ICRA Forecasts Improved Margins for Asbestos Roofing Players
ICRA projects a 100-200 bps increase in PBIT margins to 8-9% for asbestos-based roofing players in FY2025 and FY2026. This growth is supported by steady volume increases and marginal improvements in realizations. However, rising
Gujarat Government Bolsters Energy Security with Strategic Partnership
In alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for inclusive growth and self-reliance in the power sector, the Government of Gujarat has launched an initiative to enhance the state's energy security. Signed on June 25
Eicher Achieves Milestone by Rolling Out 50,000th Fully Built Bus
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Wipro 3D & Nikon SLM Solutions Partner to Boost Additive Manufacturing in India
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KEC International Secures ₹1,025 Cr Orders for T&D & Cables
KEC International Ltd., an RPG Group company and global infrastructure EPC major, has secured new orders worth ₹1,025 crores in its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and Cables businesses. The T&D projects include a 765 kV GIS
Nitin Gadkari Supports NHAI's GNSS Technology Based Tolling System
To ensure a seamless tolling experience on National Highways, Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL), promoted by NHAI, organized an international workshop in New Delhi on ‘Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) based
7,160 Projects Completed Under Smart Cities Mission
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs announced that 7,160 projects worth ₹1,43,778 crore have been completed under the Smart Cities Mission. Additionally, 854 projects worth ₹20,392 crore are in advanced stages of completion
JK Cement Commissions New Grinding Unit at Prayagraj Plant
JK Cement has commissioned a new grinding unit at its Prayagraj Plant in Uttar Pradesh, achieved in under ten months. This 2 MTPA Clinker Grinding unit increases the company's capacity from 22 MTPA to 24 MTPA, enhancing its ability to
L&T Secures Major Solar and Battery Storage Project in Bihar
Larsen and Toubro's (L&T) power transmission and distribution vertical has secured a significant order to build a grid-connected solar plant with a battery energy storage system (BESS) in Kajra village, Lakhisarai district, Bihar
Vikram Infratech Wins ₹204.81 cr Road Upgradation Project in Ratnagiri
Vikram Infratech Developers has been awarded a road upgradation project in Ratnagiri by the Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation. The EPC contract, valued at ₹204.81 crore, has a 30-month construction timeline