Mumbai Metro Line 10 Set for Innovative Double-Decker Design
Mumbai Metro 3 Commences Operations Triumphantly
After a long-awaited wait of six years, Mumbai Metro 3 is finally set to roll out its services, marking a significant milestone in the city's transportation infrastructure. This new addition promises to alleviate the perennial traffic congestion issues that have plagued Mumbai's commuters for decades.
The Mumbai Metro 3 project, also known as the Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ line, is a crucial addition to the city's public transport network. Stretching over 33.5 kilometres and consisting of 27 stations, this metro line is expected to serve millions of passengers daily, connecting major business..
Luxury home sales nearly equal affordable homes for first time
In a noteworthy shift, luxury homes, priced above Rs 1.5 crore, constituted 21% of total sales in the January-March quarter of this year, nearly matching the share of affordable homes, which stood at 20%, according to a report released. This marks the first time such parity has been observed, signaling evolving trends in the real estate market.
Anarock, a prominent real estate consultancy, revealed that the share of luxury homes has surged from a mere 7% in the same quarter of 2019. Conversely, the proportion of affordable homes, priced below Rs 40 lakh, has witnessed a decline from 37%..
MMRDA launches metro line - pillar work in Kalyan & Dombivli
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has accelerated the construction of the Kalyan to Taloja Metro Line 12 and has initiated work in Kalyan. It has been noted that excavation activities have commenced near the APMC market in Kalyan (West) and at various locations in Dombivli for the construction of Metro pillars.
It has been reported that the project, which is estimated to cost Rs 58.65 billion, recently began in Dombivli.
In February, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was reported to have performed the groundbreaking ceremony for this project. Following this ..
Gurugram Metro speeds up with ₹135 Cr tender
In a bid to fast-track the ambitious Gurugram Metro project, the Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) has initiated a tender process worth nearly ₹135 crore to appoint a general consultant. This consultant will play a pivotal role in overseeing procurement, construction management, testing, and commissioning aspects of the entire metro endeavor.
This significant move comes as GMRL aims to overcome constraints posed by the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Seeking to ensure timely execution, GMRL had obtained clearance from the Election Commission of India (ECI) prior to floating the tender..
Five Sundargarh Stations to Transform
In a significant move to enhance railway infrastructure, five stations in Odisha's Sundargarh district are set for a comprehensive upgrade to world-class standards. This initiative is part of the broader Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aimed at modernising railway stations across India.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that these upgrades would transform the stations with state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring a better travel experience. The project is part of the Indian Railways' larger goal to modernise 1,275 stations nationwide, with a specific focus on enhancing passenger am..