India's Electric Vehicle Drive Accelerates

20 Oct 2023 CW Team

India's pursuit of net zero emissions has set the stage for a remarkable surge in electric vehicles (EVs) across the nation. With an ambitious goal of combatting climate change, the Indian government has laid the foundation for an EV revolution. The transition to EVs is marked by a twofold approach - reducing carbon emissions and decreasing the nation's dependence on traditional fossil fuels. Underpinning this transformation is a holistic ecosystem, encompassing charging infrastructure expansion, incentives for EV adoption, and the collaboration of both domestic and international automakers. As the EV market matures, consumers are presented with an array of choices, from compact urban EVs to long-range electric SUVs. This transition to electric mobility carries the potential to address India's air quality issues and significantly cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. As the EV sector continues to grow, it paves the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future for the nation.

Infrastructure Transport

22 Sep 2025

NHAI Tightens Contractor Norms to Boost Highway Quality

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revised Request for Proposal (RFP) provisions to enhance the quality of highway projects, reduce delays, and lower lifecycle costs. The updates tighten contractor qualification norms, strengthen execution compliance, and increase financial transparency, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) said on Wednesday.The stricter RFP clauses will ensure that only technically capable and experienced contractors are eligible for national highway projects. RFPs formally invite bids from contractors, specifying project requirements, terms, a..

Imphal to Gain Rail Connectivity with Jiribam Line Soon

Indian Railways is advancing rapidly on the Jiribam–Imphal railway line, a landmark project set to bring train connectivity to Imphal, the capital of Manipur. The 110.625 km line falls under the administrative control of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) zone.Following the recent completion of the Bairabi–Sairang rail project, which enabled services from Aizawl (Sairang), Imphal will soon join the national rail network. During his visit to Manipur on 13 September 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed that the government is investing Rs 22 billion in the project.Currently, a 55.36 ..

Adani to Double Colombo Terminal Capacity Ahead of Schedule

India’s Adani Group and its partners are set to double the capacity of the $840 million Colombo West International Terminal months ahead of schedule, despite relinquishing $553 million in U.S. funding, according to an executive at partner firm John Keells Holdings.The deepwater terminal, situated alongside a facility operated by China Merchants Port Holdings, highlights Sri Lanka’s strategic role in the contest for influence in the Indian Ocean between New Delhi and Beijing.The first phase of the fully automated terminal became operational in April 2025. The second and final phase is under..