MSME Ministry Completes 364 Cluster Projects Under SFURTI

Sustainable and Green Construction

Sustainability has become a core focus area for developers, contractors, and policymakers. With rising environmental concerns and stricter regulations, companies are actively shifting toward eco-friendly construction practices. This includes the use of low-carbon cement, recycled materials, energy-efficient building designs, and renewable energy integration.Green buildings are also gaining traction due to long-term cost savings and regulatory incentives. Developers are increasingly aiming for certifications like IGBC and LEED, which not only enhance brand value but also attract environmentally..

Narayanan G Appointed CEO of Athaang Infrastructure

Athaang Infrastructure Private Limited has appointed Mr Narayanan G as its Chief Executive Officer. He brings over 25 years of leadership experience in infrastructure investments, with more than $3 billion in capital deployment across roads, ports, logistics, energy and healthcare.Before joining Athaang, he served as Partner and Head – Transportation at IDFC Alternatives / Global Infrastructure Partners India. In this role, he contributed across the investment lifecycle, including fundraising, deal origination, portfolio management and successful exits.Mr Narayanan has also been involved in ..

Herrenknecht TBM Cleared for Mumbai Water Tunnel Project

Afcons Infrastructure, a Shapoorji Pallonji Group company, has cleared the factory acceptance tests for a Herrenknecht Gripper tunnel boring machine (TBM) with a diameter of 5.33 m. The machine will be deployed for the 7.2 km Bhiwandi–Thane water tunnel project connecting Kasheli to Mulund (Bhiwandi to Octroi Naka).The project is expected to strengthen Mumbai’s existing water transport network and help increase fresh water supply for millions of residents. Designed for hard rock excavation, the Gripper TBM is built for high performance, precision and reliability.The entire 7.2 km tunnel dr..