Thane civic body invites suggestions for Thane-Borivali tunnel plan

Vikram Solar To Supply 327 MW Modules for Gujarat Project

Vikram Solar has secured a significant contract from Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited (GIPCL) to supply 326.625 MW of high-efficiency solar modules for the Khavda Renewable Energy Park in Gujarat. The modules are scheduled for delivery in the 2025–26 financial year.With this order, Vikram Solar’s total contribution to India’s renewable energy sector rises to approximately 1.3 GW. The company, headquartered in Kolkata, specialises in advanced photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing and has a presence in 39 countries.Commenting on the development, Gyanesh Chaudhary, Chairman and Man..

KMRL to Build 12 MW Solar Park in Kasaragod

The Kerala government’s Revenue Department has leased 50 acres of government land in Kasaragod to Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) for the development of a 12 MW solar park. Located in Ambalathara village, Hosdurg taluk, this strategic allocation marks a major milestone in KMRL’s plan to power its metro network entirely through renewable energy.The land has been leased for 30 years at an annual rent of Rs 3.2 million, set at 3 per cent of the land’s market value, with adjustments every three years. The initiative reflects the state’s commitment to sustainable urban infrastructure and su..

Vande Bharat Gains 4 Coaches, Adds 22,500 Seats Monthly

Western Railway has permanently expanded the 20901/20902 Vande Bharat Express by adding four additional air-conditioned chair car coaches, bringing the total to 16. The upgraded configuration came into effect on 11 May and significantly boosts capacity on the high-demand Mumbai–Gandhinagar corridor.This expansion adds 312 seats per journey. With the train running six days a week in both directions, that equates to 936 extra seats daily and 5,616 weekly—benefiting around 22,500 more passengers each month.The decision follows sustained demand from commuters, especially business travellers re..