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Stellantis rolls out 5 new off-road pickup trucks for 2024-25

Ram Trucks, a division of Stellantis, has made a monumental stride in its off-road line-up with the launch of five new models for the 2024 and 2025 model years. This ground-breaking release represents the largest simultaneous introduction of off-road vehicles in Ram's history, spanning from light-duty to heavy-duty trucks. The centrepiece of this unveiling is the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO, a formidable off-road machine equipped with the high-output Hurricane engine. Boasting an impressive 540 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque, this powerhouse promises enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissio..

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..

India allocates Rs 20 million per km for China border road construction

The Vibrant Village Program (VVP), which had been approved by the government on February 15, 2023, aimed at improving infrastructure and settlement stability along the border between India and China. It was stated that the goal of that project was to enhance the lives of people in 2,967 villages spread out over 46 border blocks in 19 districts in Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, and Ladakh. It was further mentioned that the main objective of the VVP was to deter people from leaving border towns, elevate living standards, and bolster border security by maintaining a pop..

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..