infrastructure development
Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway: Cutting Travel Time by 60% with New High-Speed Corridor
Dec 02, 2025 03:46 pm CST
The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway, a transformative 210 km highway project, enters trial phase with sections now open to traffic. Once fully operational, this major infrastructure development will reduce Delhi-Dehradun travel time from 6.5 hours to just 2.5 hours, featuring six lanes expandable to eight, and connecting the national capital to Uttarakhand through western Uttar Pradesh. Complete public access is expected by February 2026.
S Jaishankar Highlights Politics Over Economics: India's Strategic Response to US-Led Trade Tensions and Global Supply Chain Challenges
Nov 30, 2025 02:22 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addresses how politics increasingly dominates economics in international relations, emphasizing India's strategic approach to diversifying supply sources amid US-led trade tensions. The article explores India's push for self-reliance, manufacturing growth, and technological advancement as part of its broader vision to become a developed nation by 2047, while navigating complex global challenges including China's economic dominance and changing US trade policies.
Adani Group Secures 89% Creditor Support for Jaiprakash Associates Acquisition with Rs 14,535 Crore Proposal
Nov 19, 2025 09:36 pm CST
Adani Group has won majority lender approval to acquire debt-laden Jaiprakash Associates with an Rs 14,535 crore proposal featuring Rs 6,005 crore in upfront payments. The conglomerate secured 89% of creditor votes, outperforming competitors Vedanta and Dalmia Cement primarily due to its payment structure promising faster returns within two years, compared to rivals' extended five-year plans.
PM Modi Emphasizes Emotional Governance Over Election Politics Following Bihar Victory
Nov 18, 2025 12:11 am CST
At the Sixth Ramnath Goenka Lecture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on Bihar's transformation from the "jungle raj" era under Lalu Yadav to the current development-focused governance. He emphasized that true leadership requires an "emotional mode" of compassionate service rather than perpetual campaigning, highlighting the BJP's commitment to alleviating poverty and fulfilling middle-class aspirations through various successful initiatives in Bihar.
Adani Group Announces Rs 1 Lakh Crore Investment Plan for Andhra Pradesh's Digital and Economic Transformation
Nov 14, 2025 01:46 pm CST
The Adani Group has unveiled plans to invest Rs 1,00,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh over the next decade, focusing on ports, cement, data centres, energy, and advanced manufacturing. This investment, supplementing their existing Rs 40,000 crore commitment, includes the ambitious Vizag Tech Park featuring green-powered hyperscale data centres in partnership with Google, and aims to significantly expand the one lakh jobs already created in the state.
Bhopal Metro Project Faces Rs 3,000 Crore Cost Increase Amid Delays and Design Flaws
Nov 13, 2025 11:17 pm CST
Bhopal's metropolitan transit system remains unoperational due to persistent delays, design errors, and construction flaws. Originally announced in 2009 with promised completion by 2022, the project has seen costs balloon from Rs 6,941 crore to Rs 10,033 crore. Multiple stations show incomplete work while political parties exchange blame over the stalled infrastructure initiative that would eventually span 30.95 km across two lines serving 30 stations.
Lt Governor Manoj Sinha: J&K's New Identity Must Be Protected as IUST Celebrates Growth in Education and Innovation
Nov 12, 2025 10:48 pm CST
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the importance of protecting Jammu and Kashmir's new identity and dreams during the Islamic University of Science & Technology foundation day celebrations. He highlighted IUST's remarkable growth in academic programs, research funding, patents, and startup incubation over the past four years, positioning the institution as a key driver of J&K's economic development and innovation landscape.
PM Modi Inaugurates Four New Vande Bharat Express Trains Enhancing National Connectivity and Tourism
Nov 08, 2025 01:23 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi, expanding India's high-speed rail network to 160 operational trains. These new routes connect major religious, cultural, and commercial hubs across India, reducing travel times significantly while boosting tourism and regional economic development through enhanced transportation infrastructure.
Bihar's Economic Transformation: Ruchir Sharma Analyzes Growth Challenges and Investment Potential
Nov 08, 2025 01:03 am CST
Global investor Ruchir Sharma analyzes Bihar's economic trajectory, highlighting impressive growth between 2005-2015 followed by stagnation. He discusses the state's welfare trap dilemma, infrastructure needs, and investment potential while sharing insights on how Bihar can advance beyond poverty to attract global investment and create sustainable economic growth.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Announces Plans for World-Class Banking Institutions in India
Nov 06, 2025 08:46 pm CST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has outlined the government's vision for creating world-class banking institutions in India, confirming ongoing discussions with the Reserve Bank and financial sector leaders. The initiative comes amid continued banking consolidation efforts and the strategic divestment of IDBI Bank, as India aims to strengthen its financial infrastructure while expanding credit flow to support industrial growth.