India's First 8-Lane Elevated Urban Expressway to Open Soon

Merger with Vistara to be complete by December; Air India CEO

Vinod Kannan, CEO, Vistara, had previously informed reporters in January about his anticipation of an operational merger with Air India by mid-2025. ?The integration of approximately 7,000 employees of Vistara will begin in June, with its merger into Air India targeted to be completed by this year?s end?, said Campbell Wilson, CEO & MD, Air India. During a town hall meeting, both Wilson and Kannan addressed employees from both carriers. Wilson disclosed that 120 pilots have been seconded between the two airlines, along with approximately 60 non-flying staff from Vistara being seconded to Air..

CONCOR launches DPD rail from gateway terminals at JN Port

The state-run rail hauler Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) has initiated the evacuation of direct port delivery (DPD) containers landing at Jawaharlal Nehru port by rail, marking a pioneering effort aimed at alleviating pressure on terminal gates, providing a sustainable alternative to road transport, and curbing emissions.

Under the DPD scheme, import containers are directly delivered to pre-approved clients at the port itself, as opposed to awaiting clearance at a container freight station (CFS) located externally. This practice diminishes cargo dwell time and cost for shipper..

Government to finish mapping all highways via GIS

The Centre announced its intention to finalise the GIS mapping of all national highways, encompassing the delineation of the jurisdictions of state-owned developers, with the aim of enhancing the planning, execution, and monitoring of the road network, as well as ensuring the timely completion of projects. In line with this initiative, the ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH) informed all project implementing units of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Border Roads Organisation (BRO), National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL), and the minist..

NHAI to Offer 12 TOT Bundles

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is gearing up to offer 12 Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) bundles this year, aiming to enhance its asset monetisation strategy. These bundles, totalling hundreds of kilometres of national highways, will invite private sector participation to operate and maintain these road stretches.

The TOT model has proven effective in unlocking significant value from India's road infrastructure, providing NHAI with necessary funds to reinvest in further development. Recent TOT awards, including bundles 11 and 12, secured Rs 6,584 crore, covering key stret..

Pune-Mumbai Travel Shortens: Cable Stayed Bridge Completion by 2025

Travelling between Pune and Mumbai is set to become faster and more convenient with the anticipated completion of a cable-stayed bridge by March 2025. This infrastructure marvel promises to significantly reduce travel time, easing the journey for commuters and enhancing connectivity between the two bustling cities. The cable-stayed bridge, with its sleek and modern design, is poised to become a symbol of technological advancement and architectural prowess in the region.

Once operational, the bridge will offer commuters a seamless experience, bypassing congested routes and reducing trav..