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Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway: 72km Karnataka Stretch Completed

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has completed the 72-km stretch of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway that falls within Karnataka. The project, which faced delays due to local objections over the relocation of the Guddamma Temple at Jinnagara, has now moved past its final hurdle. After over two years of negotiations with villagers and the state government, NHAI successfully shifted the temple and constructed the remaining 500-meter section of the road. Despite the construction being completed, NHAI has yet to announce when motorists will be allowed to use the new road. The expres..

NHAI Officials Inspect NH 181 Ghat Section

Officials from the environment wing of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) inspected the ghat section of NH 181 between Kallar and Ooty on Monday, following a directive from the Madras High Court. The inspection was carried out in connection with a case concerning vertical cuttings made by the National Highways-Tamil Nadu state wing on the uphill side of the ghat road. The chief general manager of the NHAI's environmental wing, a respondent in the case, led the inspection of the 38-km stretch. During the visit, officials discovered multiple instances of illegal rock quarrying, wher..

Renewables, EVs, and smart grids to reshape sector by 2025

India’s energy sector is poised for transformative growth in renewable energy, smart grids, and electric vehicles (EVs) by 2025, driven by the nation’s target of achieving 500 GW of green energy capacity by 2030, according to Capgemini’s latest report, “2025 Predictions – Energy Transition & Utilities Technology and Industry Trends in India.” The report highlights the pivotal role of solar and wind energy in India’s green push. “Advancements in solar photovoltaic (PV) technology and wind turbine efficiency will reduce costs and accelerate deployment,” said Bragadesh Damodara..