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Adani Port Sets New Benchmark in Coastal Cargo Handling

Adani Gangavaram Port has set a new benchmark in coastal cargo handling by loading 61,317 metric tonne in 24 hours onto MV Star Nasia for TANGEDCO. This surpasses its previous record of 57,950 metric tonne set in January.The milestone highlights the port’s focus on operational efficiency and excellence in cargo handling. The achievement was facilitated by the strategic deployment of mobile harbour cranes, E-GSCs, railway infrastructure, and mechanised yards, which significantly boosted productivity.Ongoing investments in technology and infrastructure have strengthened the port’s ability to..

Siddhivinayak Temple to Undergo Rs 1 Bn Revamp in Three Phases

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a comprehensive three-phase upgradation and beautification plan for the area surrounding the Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi. This initiative, jointly managed by the G North and G South wards—encompassing Dadar, Mahim, Dharavi, Worli, and parts of Lower Parel—is expected to commence later this month, subject to final approvals.The first phase of the project, estimated to cost over Rs 1 billion, is aimed at easing congestion, improving safety, and enhancing the overall experience for devotees, while preserving the sanctity of the..

CIDCO Launches Key Water Infrastructure Projects in Navi Mumbai

To meet Navi Mumbai’s projected water demand of 1,257 million litres per day by 2050, the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) has launched several critical water infrastructure projects aimed at ensuring a sustainable water supply across its jurisdiction and supporting the city’s urban growth.One of the major initiatives underway is the expansion of the Hetawane Water Supply Scheme, which is being executed in four phases. Progress on the project includes 41 per cent completion of the water treatment plant, 8.5 per cent of the raw water tunnel, and 25.7 per cent of the pure ..