Partners in Progress

29 Jan 2025 CW Team

With $ 33 billion in bilateral trade in 2023, the partnership between India and Germany spans diverse sectors, including green hydrogen and Industry 4.0. SMEs, skill development and sustainability initiatives are key focus areas, driving economic progress. The alliance exemplifies strategic global cooperation and offers a blueprint for success, as discussed at a webinar hosted by FIRST Construction Council, in association with “Construction World”, “Smart Manufacturing & Enterprises” and “Equipment India” on 17 January 2025.

From trade to technology

The Indo-German relationship has evolved from basic trade to multifaceted collaboration, with over 1,800 German companies operating in India. Machinery forms nearly a third of the $ 33 billion bilateral trade, with key growth sectors like renewable energy, digitalisation, and green hydrogen...

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Infrastructure Urban

29 Oct 2025

Designing Tomorrow: Amaravati’s Net Zero Landmark

Amaravati has achieved a defining landmark in India’s sustainable infrastructure journey with the inauguration of the APCRDA Project Office, the nation’s first government building to earn the IGBC Net Zero Energy Rating – Design Stage. Conceptualised by the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) and certified by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), the project exemplifies how governance, design and innovation can converge to deliver measurable environmental impact.A vision rooted in sustainabilitySet within a 4.3-acre site along the Seed Access Road in the Amar..

Pidilite Elevates Construction with PPS

Pidilite Industries introduced Pidilite Professional Solutions (PPS) — a dedicated vertical for the construction and interiors ecosystem — at ACETECH Bengaluru 2025. Designed to empower architects, developers, contractors, and interior specialists, PPS delivers comprehensive support that extends far beyond products to ensure project excellence from concept to completion. Kavinder Singh, Joint Managing Director, Pidilite Industries, noted, “At Pidilite, we believe in enabling the construction fraternity to build boldly and sustainably. With Pidilite Professional Solutions (PPS),..

Punjab, Centre Fast-Track Rajpura-Mohali Rail Line Development

The central government has fast-tracked the construction of the Rajpura-Mohali rail line to enhance connectivity in Punjab. This ambitious infrastructure project, aimed at improving transportation links between Rajpura and Mohali, has been identified as a key step in fostering regional economic growth. Union Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced the project’s acceleration during a recent assessment of the area. The rail line is expected to play a significant role in reducing travel time, promoting industrial growth, and boosting logistics efficiency in the region. The project,..