India's Ambitious E-Bus Plan Gains US Backing for 50,000 Electric Buses

MMRDA Acquires Land for Metro Depot at Mogarpada

As per a post on its official handle on X, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has completed the acquisition of 174.01 hectares of land at Mogarpada in Thane Taluka. A state-of-the-art, integrated Metro Car Depot will be developed at this site to serve as the central hub for operations and maintenance of Metro Lines 4, 4A, 10 and 11, which together span 55.99 km, connecting CSMT to Mira Road. The upcoming depot is designed to support efficient and high-volume metro operations and will include the following infrastructure: 10 workshop tracks for major maintena..

SRA Launches SoftTech’s AutoDCR to Fast-Track Redevelopment

In a major step towards modernising urban redevelopment in Mumbai, the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has implemented the SoftTech AutoDCR Online Building Permission System. The digital rollout aims to enhance transparency, reduce manual interventions, and speed up project approvals in the city’s slum rehabilitation efforts. Developed by SoftTech Engineers, a company focused on technology solutions for the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry, AutoDCR automates the scrutiny and approval of building plans. By enabling developers to submit proposals online, it re..

Desi Machines Brings Clarity to Equipment Decisions

India’s construction sector is expanding rapidly — from metros to villages, activity is surging in roads, bridges, homes, and industrial infrastructure. To support this growth, contractors, builders and machine operators need reliable equipment. However, making the right machinery choice is often confusing and overwhelming. Buyers frequently face uncertainty — not just over which brand to trust, but over which machine type suits their need. Should one opt for an excavator or backhoe loader? Is it more economical to buy one medium excavator or two smaller ones? Should they buy new or..