Indian Railways expedites viaduct construction for MAHSR

Mumbai Set to Add 44,277 Redeveloped Flats Worth Rs 1.3 Billion

Mumbai’s real estate market is poised for a major boost as 44,277 apartments worth Rs 1.3 billion are expected to enter the city through society redevelopment projects by 2030, according to a report by Knight Frank India. The free-sale component from these redevelopments is projected to generate around Rs 7830 million in stamp duty and Rs 6525 million in Goods and Services Tax (GST).Redevelopment projects are set to unlock residential potential and reshape Mumbai’s skyline. However, the report cautions that the segment is nearing an inflection point. Rising property prices have led t..

India Sells Over 1 Million EVs, Emerges as Fastest-Growing Market

India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing electric vehicle (EV) markets globally, with over 1 million EV units sold in 2024-25, Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy announced on Wednesday.Speaking at the Auto Retail Conclave organised by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) via video message, the Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel highlighted the rapid transformation of India’s automobile sector. He noted the shift from internal combustion engines to clean mobility, and from serving domestic demand to pursuing global aspirations.“In 2024-25, India sold more than one..

Bengaluru Yellow Line Metro Adds Fourth Train to Reduce Waits

 Commuters on Bengaluru’s Yellow Line Metro can expect shorter intervals between trains this week as the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) prepares to introduce a fourth train on the Electronics City stretch. Sources confirmed the new train will begin operations on 10 September, following completion of essential mainline testing.Currently, three trains serve the 19 km Yellow Line from R V Road to Bommasandra, resulting in a wait time of around 25 minutes. The fourth train is expected to reduce this interval to approximately 18–20 minutes, significantly improving conv..