Dr Jairam Varadaraj, Managing Director, Elgi Equipments Ltd

Godrej Expands in Bengaluru and Raipur with Land Buys

Mumbai-based listed developer Godrej Properties Ltd (GPL) has acquired a 48-acre land parcel in Doddaballapur, North Bengaluru, the company announced in a regulatory filing. The upcoming project is expected to offer a development potential of 1.1 million square feet, primarily through plotted residential development.Located near the upcoming Satellite Town Ring Road (STRR), the land benefits from enhanced connectivity and proximity to Kempegowda International Airport, major industrial zones, and Nandi Hills. Doddaballapur is fast emerging as a sought-after real estate destination in North Beng..

Rs 1.49 Billion Boost for Odisha Rail Line Expansion

The Ministry of Railways has approved the construction of a fourth railway line between Ranital Link Cabin and Bhadrak station in Odisha, covering a stretch of 5.06 km. The project is estimated to cost Rs 1.49 billion, officials announced on Thursday.This section is part of the high-density Howrah–Chennai corridor, one of the busiest railway routes in India. According to East Coast Railway (ECoR), the new line will significantly enhance the capacity and efficiency of train operations on this crucial mainline.The additional line is expected to ease congestion by diverting port-bound freight t..

Railway Board Chief Reviews Key Bihar Rail Projects

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Railway Board, Satish Kumar, conducted a window trailing inspection of the Rajendranagar Terminal–Rajendrapul–Karpurigram–Bapudham Motihari railway section on Thursday. The inspection focused on safety protocols, monsoon preparedness, signal visibility, track maintenance, ballast conditions, overhead traction, track alignment, and fittings. He was accompanied by General Manager Chhatrasal Singh and senior railway officials.Satish Kumar began the visit by reviewing the under-construction terminal platforms at Harding Park near Patna Junction. Th..