Patna airport terminal to be ready by May 2024

India Approves Rs 64 Billion Rail Doubling Projects

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two key railway multi-tracking projects with a combined estimated cost of Rs 64.05 billion (approximately £610 million). These projects are part of the Indian Railways’ broader push to enhance capacity and efficiency under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan.The first project involves doubling the Koderma–Barkakana railway line, covering 133 km through Jharkhand’s major coal-producing region. This route also offers the shortest and most efficient rail connection between Patna and ..

Putzmeister Unveils Latest Addition to Stationary Concrete Pump Range

Putzmeister, a global leader in concrete equipment and pumping solutions, proudly launches its latest product BSA 1405 D Classic, a stationary concrete pump through an on-ground customer engagement campaign — the “Putzmeister Concrete Dastak Roadshow”. The BSA 1405 D Classic – Performance Simplified, represents the latest addition to Putzmeister’s robust product portfolio — engineered to perform reliably in demanding site conditions with simple, user-friendly controls and low maintenance needs. Tailored for residential buildings, mid-rise projects, bridges, and long-distance pumpin..

NHAI to Create Asset Register for Long-Term Monetisation

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is set to develop a comprehensive register of highway stretches with long-term monetisation potential, aimed at maximising the value of road assets and providing better strategic visibility for investors.Currently, NHAI issues an annual list of highways proposed for monetisation through either the toll-operate-transfer (TOT) model or infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs). The newly planned register will supplement this yearly list, enabling investors to frame long-term strategies based on a broader pipeline of viable assets.For the 2025 finan..