Oil India, GMC partner to convert waste into renewable CBG
Oil India Limited (OIL) and the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at pioneering an innovative initiative to transform municipal solid waste into Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG). This transformative collaboration signifies a significant step towards sustainable waste management practices and the utilisation of renewable energy sources in India.
Under this agreement, OIL and GMC will work in tandem to establish facilities for the processing of municipal solid waste into CBG. Compressed Bio-Gas, a renewable energy source, holds immense poten..
Guwahati Offers 10% Rebate to Early Property Taxpayers
Guwahati, a city nestled in the verdant landscapes of Assam, is taking proactive measures to encourage timely payment of property taxes. The municipal authorities have announced a beneficial scheme wherein early bird taxpayers can avail themselves of a generous 10% rebate on their property tax liabilities. This initiative aims to streamline revenue collection processes while rewarding responsible citizens for their promptness in fulfilling their civic obligations.
Under this scheme, property owners in Guwahati stand to benefit significantly by ensuring timely settlement of their proper..
PM Inaugurates Barauni-Guwahati Gas Pipeline
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Barauni-Guwahati natural gas pipeline, a significant milestone in India's energy landscape. The pipeline, stretching over 729 kilometers, promises to enhance energy accessibility and bolster economic growth in the northeastern region. With an investment of over ?500 million, the pipeline aims to meet the burgeoning energy demands of the region, facilitating industrial growth and household consumption.
This strategic project aligns with the government's vision of expanding the country's natural gas infrastructure and reducing depende..
GIS mapping of all National Highways to be completed soon
The government announced its intention to complete GIS mapping of all National Highways with the aim of enhancing planning, execution, and monitoring processes.
It was conveyed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) that project implementing units of various agencies, including the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Border Roads Organisation (BRO), and National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL), were instructed to indicate their jurisdiction on a dashboard.
The primary goal of this standard operating procedure (SOP) was t..
Highway Construction Accelerates Despite Election Season
Highway construction in India has not slowed down during the current election season, according to officials. Instead, there has been a noticeable acceleration in road infrastructure projects across the country.
Authorities highlight that the construction momentum has been maintained despite the electoral activities, underscoring the government's commitment to advancing infrastructure development. This proactive approach aims to enhance connectivity, facilitate economic growth, and improve transportation efficiency nationwide.
The surge in highway construction activity reflects s..