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New Delhi: Green Light for 4 Tree Transplantation Projects

In a move towards sustainable urban development, New Delhi has given the green signal for four projects aimed at tree transplantation. These initiatives underscore the city's commitment to preserving its green cover while advancing infrastructure development.

The approved projects will focus on relocating trees affected by infrastructure projects to alternative locations, ensuring their survival and contributing to the city's efforts in combating deforestation and urbanisation. By prioritising tree transplantation, New Delhi aims to strike a balance between infrastructure expansion and..

CSIR-NIIST introduces new tech for biomedical waste safety

The CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) had introduced a pioneering technology aimed at the safe, sustainable, and cost-effective management of biomedical waste, representing a significant milestone as the first of its kind in the country.

This groundbreaking technology had been unveiled during the Biomedical Waste Management Conclave, a one-day event held at the CSIR-NIIST campus in the city on March 26.

As reported by UNI, Dr M Srinivas, Director of AIIMS New Delhi, had inaugurated the event, which had been presided over by Dr N..

Increased flights, simplified visa rules ease travel to Southeast Asia

India's airlines are gearing up to expand their flight operations to Southeast Asian destinations, which are emerging as new hubs for Indian outbound travel due to the relaxation of visa rules and the signing of new air service agreements with New Delhi.

Just before the start of the summer travel season, India and Thailand recently finalized an agreement that would permit airlines to increase the number of flights between the two countries.

During a meeting in Bangkok, it was agreed by the countries to boost capacity by 14,000 seats per week for both sides, representing a 43% i..

Loutolim Villagers Upset with Borim Bridge Project Transparency

Residents of Loutolim in Goa are expressing frustration over what they perceive as a lack of transparency regarding the Borim Bridge project. The community has voiced concerns over the project's planning and implementation, citing inadequate communication and consultation by authorities.

According to local sources, villagers feel marginalised as decisions regarding the bridge project have been made without sufficient public disclosure or engagement. There is a growing sentiment among residents that their voices and concerns have not been adequately considered in the planning stages.

K2 Infragen wins contract; to construct a four-lane rail overbridge

K2 Infragen has clinched a substantial contract valued at Rs 902 million to construct a four-lane rail overbridge on the Patna-Mughalsarai section of Danapur Division in Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. The winning bid was secured through a joint venture between Gangasagar Singh and PRL Infrastructure, with K2 Infragen assuming full responsibility for project execution, entrusted by the UP-State Bridge Corporation. Scheduled for completion within 18 months, this project aims to boost connectivity corridors and facilitate seamless mobility across railway tracks in Uttar Pradesh.

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