Bihar CM Launches Rs 201 Crore Projects in East Champaran

30 Dec 2024 CW Team

During the second day of the Pragati Yatra, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated and laid the foundation for 104 development projects worth Rs 201 crore in the Kesaria block of East Champaran.

The local community welcomed the CM's initiatives, particularly the success of the Jeevika program, which empowers rural women through self-help groups. The initiative has gained national recognition, with the central government and other states adopting it.

CM Kumar also inaugurated a rail overbridge at the Kachhari railway gate in Motihari, costing Rs 29.95 crore, which is expected to ease traffic congestion.

Minister Renu Devi launched a sharp critique of the opposition, comparing them to a nocturnal animal unable to perceive Bihar's progress. She highlighted that 173 roads are being constructed in her constituency, with improvements seen across Bihar.

BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal also commended the ongoing development in Bettiah, supported by the efforts of CM Kumar and Minister Devi.

Infrastructure Urban

06 Apr 2026

InsideFPV Delivers ₹10 Crore Kamikaze Drone Order Under MoD’s EPR Route

InsideFPV, a Surat-based drone technology manufacturer, has successfully executed a ₹10 crore defence contract to supply indigenous kamikaze drones under the Ministry of Defence’s Emergency Procurement Route (EPR). The company completed the delivery of hundreds of FPV kamikaze drone platforms within a rapid two-month timeframe, highlighting its ability to meet urgent military procurement timelines.The supply orders were fulfilled under the emergency procurement mechanism, which is aimed at fast-tracking acquisitions for immediate operational needs. InsideFPV’s quick execution reflects it..

Vedanta Resources Secures Fitch Upgrade to ‘BB-’, Best Rating Since 2015

Vedanta Resources Limited (VRL), a global player in metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power and technology, has received a credit rating upgrade from Fitch Ratings, marking its strongest bond rating in over a decade.Fitch has raised Vedanta Resources’ Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ‘BB-’ from ‘B+’, while maintaining a Stable Outlook. The agency also upgraded VRL’s senior unsecured rating, along with the ratings of US dollar-denominated bonds issued by Vedanta Resources Finance II Plc and guaranteed by VRL, to ‘BB-’.The upgrade represents Vedan..

NAREDCO NextGen NCR Chapter Launched

The NAREDCO NextGen NCR Chapter was recently launched at Excelerate 2026 in Mumbai, marking a key step towards integrating emerging real estate leaders from the National Capital Region with the national platform. The initiative aims to promote sustainable and responsible urban development through collaboration and knowledge exchange.The event brought together young developers, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across NCR, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Bhiwadi, and Meerut. Discussions focused on urban development, finance, sustainability, innovation, and policy, emphasisi..