Thane to Widen Ghodbunder Road to 60 Metres for Smoother Traffic

Liebherr R 980: Hercal Deploys Iberia’s Largest Demolition Excavator

Hercal has invested in the first R 980 Demolition excavator in the Iberian Peninsula, firmly establishing it as the flagship of its machinery fleet. This excavator marks a significant qualitative leap in Hercal’s service offering, providing clients with a unique, innovative solution tailored to their needs. Hercal's R 980 Demolition excavator will work on high-altitude demolition projects and mechanical demolition where time and performance are vital for its clients.The Catalan company Hercal has acquired the largest demolition excavator in Spain and Portugal, the Liebherr R 980 Demolition. ..

Centre Releases Model Rules to Boost Agroforestry

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has issued Model Rules for tree felling in agricultural lands to support agroforestry and simplify regulations. The rules aim to enhance rural livelihoods, promote sustainable agriculture, and reduce dependency on natural forests. Under the new system, farmers must register plantations on the National Timber Management System (NTMS) portal by submitting land data, GPS locations, and tree species. Geotagged images and updates will enable traceability. Verified applications will lead to tree felling permits by designated agencies. ..

CEA Marks Electrical Safety Day with ‘Suraksha Shakti’ Launch

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), in partnership with BSES, observed Electrical Safety Day 2025 in New Delhi on 26 June. Minister of State for Power Shripad Yesso Naik launched the mascot ‘Suraksha Shakti’ and a new Electrical Safety Handbook at the event. This year’s theme, “Smart Energy, Safe Nation,” highlighted the growing importance of safety amid rising use of EV charging, battery energy storage systems, and rooftop solar. Over 300 participants, including officials from utilities, RWAs, and prosumers, attended in person, with more than 25,000 viewers joining online...