Ministry approves Sabarimala Airport project; DPR work to begin

Mumbai-Pune Expressway 'Missing Link' Nears Completion

The long-awaited "Missing Link" on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway is now 92% complete and is expected to open by August 2025. The 13.3-km stretch, developed by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), will significantly improve connectivity between Khopoli and Kusgaon. This eight-lane access-controlled expressway bypasses the steep 19-km Khandala Ghat section, reducing the route by 5.7 km and cutting travel time by 20-30 minutes. The new alignment is designed to ease monsoon-induced congestion and minimize landslide risks. The project features two tunnels—1.75 km and 8.92 km..

Gurugram Metro to Upgrade 335.52 km of Roads

In a significant move to enhance access to the upcoming Gurugram Metro, the Gurugram Metro Rail Ltd. (GMRL) has identified a total of 335.52 km of roads, lanes, and adjoining areas in need of improvement. This initiative, which is part of the metro project's broader goals, focuses on improving walkability and promoting non-motorised transport (NMT) around metro stations, benefiting daily commuters and residents. The infrastructure upgrades will include improvements to the carriageway, the development of green zones and swales, pedestrian paths, cycle paths, service roads, and the installation ..

URC Constructions Wins Bid for Veerannapalya Metro Station

Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL) has awarded the remaining construction contract for the Veerannapalya Station of the Blue Line to URC Constructions Pvt. Ltd. after the firm emerged as the lowest bidder. The bid, valued at Rs. 357.4 million, is for the completion of the elevated station under Phase 2B of the Bangalore Metro project. This project is part of the under-construction Blue Line of Bangalore Metro's Phase 2A (ORR Line) and Phase 2B (Airport Line), which will connect Silkboard, KR Puram, and Bengaluru International Airport through 30 stations. Initially, the constructio..