Pune-Mumbai expressway to be closed for 2 hrs on 10 October

11 Oct 2023 CW Team

The Pune-Mumbai Expressway is set to undergo a brief closure for a duration of two hours, from noon to 2pm on Tuesday, to facilitate the installation of gantries at two key locations near the Amrutanjan bridge and the Khandala tunnel. This development was confirmed by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC).

Once the installation work is completed, regular traffic movement on the expressway will be resumed, according to an official statement from MSRDC.

Lata Phad, Superintendent of Police, Highway Safety Patrol (Pune), provided further details, explaining that the MSRDC officials are installing gantries for the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) in the Bor Ghat section of the Pune-Mumbai Expressway on Tuesday. She emphasized that in order to facilitate this crucial installation project, vehicular movement will not be permitted on the expressway between noon and 2pm on Tuesday.

This temporary closure is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the expressway's infrastructure and implement advanced traffic management systems for the benefit of commuters.

Infrastructure Transport

16 Sep 2025

Metro Line 2B Phase 1 to Boost Realty in Mumbai’s Eastern Suburbs

Mumbai’s real estate sector is set for a major boost as Phase 1 of Metro Line 2B, between Mandale and Diamond Garden, nears completion. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has confirmed that mandatory rectifications are done, and inspections by the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) have been carried out. The 5.39-km stretch with five stations forms part of the larger DN Nagar–Mandale corridor, designed to ease congestion and improve east–west connectivity. Passenger operations are expected by December 2025, with the full line slated for 2027. ..

WattPower wins Best Inverter award at Global Solar Expo 2025

WattPower, a leading renewable energy solutions provider, has won the award for “Best Inverter in the Utility Segment” at the Global Solar Expo 2025. The recognition underscores the company’s commitment to delivering reliable, high-performance and future-ready solar solutions for large-scale projects. At the forefront of utility-scale solar, WattPower manufactures advanced string inverters that directly feed power into the Indian grid. With robust technology, high-quality components and comprehensive product lifecycle support, its solutions stand among the most sophisticated in the ..

Awfis delivers 67,000 sq. ft. innovation hub for eBay in Bengaluru

Awfis Space Solutions, India’s largest flexible workspace provider and the first publicly listed workspace solutions platform, has partnered with eBay to establish a 67,000 sq. ft. innovation hub at Embassy Tech Village, Bengaluru. The mandate covers design, build and management of the new office, which will act as a strategic hub supporting diverse functions and accelerating eBay’s AI-first commerce strategy. The centre will focus on artificial intelligence, engineering, product development and applied research, strengthening eBay’s growth in India. Embassy Tech Village, North Beng..