New Bidding for Oil and Gas

30 May 2024 CW Team

The Indian government has launched a special bidding round offering two discovered oil and gas fields and one coal bed methane (CBM) block. This initiative is part of the Discovered Small Fields (DSF) Policy, aimed at enhancing domestic hydrocarbon production and reducing import dependence. The DSF Policy simplifies procedures and provides financial incentives to attract investment in smaller oil and gas reserves. The inclusion of a CBM block highlights the government's focus on diversifying energy sources and utilizing unconventional resources. This move is expected to attract national and international investors, promoting technological advancements and operational efficiency in the sector. The bidding round aligns with India's vision of becoming a self-reliant energy producer while addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional energy extraction methods. The new fields, located in strategically significant regions, offer promising opportunities for exploration and production, contributing to the country's energy security and economic growth.

Infrastructure Transport

28 Oct 2025

Smart Roads, Smarter India

India’s infrastructure boom is not only about laying more kilometres of highways – it’s about building them smarter, safer and more sustainably. From drones mapping fragile Himalayan slopes to 3D machine-controlled graders reducing human error, technology is steadily reshaping the way projects are planned and executed. Yet, the journey towards digitisation remains complex, demanding not just capital but also coordination, training and vision.Until recently, engineers largely depended on Survey of India toposheets and traditional survey methods like total stations or DGPS to prepare detai..

What Does DCPR 2034 Mean?

The Maharashtra government has eased approval norms for high-rise buildings under DCPR 2034, enabling the municipal commissioner to sanction projects up to 180 m on large plots. This change is expected to streamline approvals, reduce procedural delays and accelerate redevelopment, drawing reactions from developers, planners and industry experts about its implications for Mumbai’s vertical growth.Under the revised DCPR 2034 rules, buildings on plots of 2,000 sq m or more can now be approved up to 180 m by the municipal commissioner, provided structural and geotechnical reports are certified b..

Driving Infrastructure Forward with Trustworthy AI

At its Year in Infrastructure 2025 conference in Amsterdam, Bentley Systems reaffirmed its vision for trustworthy AI and connected digital ecosystems shaping the future of infrastructure engineering. The company unveiled AI-powered design applications and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud Connect, a unifying platform connecting data, workflows and professionals across the project lifecycle.“AI is poised to transform infrastructure,” said Nicholas Cumins, CEO, Bentley Systems. “At Bentley, our vision is for AI to empower engineers – not replace them. Trustworthy AI, built on infrastruct..