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EPC Firms to See 9–11 Per Cent Revenue Growth in FY25
Diversified engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) companies are expected to record a moderate revenue growth of 9 to 11 per cent in the ongoing financial year, according to an assessment by Crisil Ratings.This anticipated growth is attributed to sustained infrastructure capital expenditure, robust order books, and improved pace of project execution. Crisil noted a favourable shift in the composition of orders, benefitting large and diversified EPC players.The findings are based on a study of 15 leading EPC firms, which collectively generated Rs 3.15 trillion (Rs 3,150 billion) in rev..

NBCC to Develop Rs 37 Billion Mixed-Use Hub in Rajasthan
State-owned NBCC Ltd has secured a major contract to design, build, and market a 95-acre mixed-use real estate development in Rajasthan, with a projected investment of approximately Rs 37 billion.In a regulatory filing made on Monday, NBCC stated that it has been appointed as the lead agency for the integrated project, which will include the Rajasthan Mandapam Convention Centre, a Global Capability Centre (GCC) Tower, an IT Tower, luxury hotels, and new commercial and residential infrastructure.The development will take place on a 95-acre land parcel allotted by the Rajasthan State Industrial ..

Maharashtra to Transform 3,500 Villages into Smart Hubs by 2030
Maharashtra has announced an ambitious plan to develop 3,500 "Smart and Intelligent Villages" by 2030, aligning with its Viksit Maharashtra 2047 and trillion-dollar economy goals. The initiative will introduce advanced technology-driven services in agriculture, education, healthcare, and banking, setting a model for rural transformation across India.Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis launched the Satanwari Smart and Intelligent Village project in Nagpur district on Sunday, developed in collaboration with the state government, Nagpur District Administration, and Voice of Indian Communication Tech..