

Centre Resolves Hurdles in Rs 362 Billion Infra Projects
The central government has moved to resolve nearly two dozen issues delaying the implementation of infrastructure projects valued at over Rs 362 billion in Gujarat and Rajasthan. These include critical power evacuation systems for solar energy zones and a major telecommunications expansion initiative by Reliance Jio, according to an official statement.A high-level review meeting was held last week under the Project Monitoring Group (PMG) mechanism to address obstacles affecting 18 strategic projects. Chaired by DPIIT Principal Economic Adviser Praveen Mahto, the meeting aimed to fast-track reg..

IET Opens Centres for Green Hydrogen and EV Research
The Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) has inaugurated two advanced Centres of Excellence focused on green hydrogen production and electric vehicle (EV) technology.The institute has deployed onsite green hydrogen generation systems powered by renewable wind and solar sources, alongside a battery manufacturing unit for all-terrain electric vehicles. The integrated facility currently generates 4 kilowatts of electricity through these renewable sources, which is directly used for hydrogen production—highlighting the real-world application of clean energy in sustainable fuel systems.A..

Elevated Road to Link Parel and Haji Ali Proposed
A six-lane elevated road has been proposed in South Mumbai to connect Parel with Haji Ali, aiming to ease congestion across busy localities such as Dadar, Mahim, and Matunga.The proposed corridor will link Senapati Bapat Marg—an arterial road serving major commercial hubs like Phoenix Mills and Kamla Mills—with Lala Lajpatrai Road near Haji Ali, where entry and exit points for the Mumbai Coastal Road already exist. The viaduct is projected to reduce peak-hour travel time by up to 30 minutes.Currently, commuters travelling from Haji Ali to Dadar face a convoluted and congested route through..