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Cyber Security

NCC and NIELIT partner to develop cyber security workforce through structured cadet training

The National Cadet Corps has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology to launch a dual-stage cyber security capacity building initiative. This program aims to equip cadets with foundational digital hygiene and advanced defense skills to support national digital security objectives.

3 days ago • India

Roads & Highways

GHV Infra Projects bags ₹12.50 billion EPC contract to execute Maharashtra transit corridor

Expanding its footprint in the regional infrastructure sector, GHV Infra Projects Limited has acquired a ₹12.50 billion engineering, procurement, and construction assignment. Awarded by APCO Infratech Private Limited, the initiative focuses on building essential expressway connectors in Maharashtra over a 30-month timeline, highlighting sustained investment in state connectivity networks.

4 days ago • India

Investments & Funding

Maharashtra positions Mumbai region for multi-sector growth with $6.5 billion Vingroup investment plan

Maharashtra has entered into a strategic agreement with Vietnam’s Vingroup to explore $6.5 billion in investments across urban development, electric mobility, renewable energy, and infrastructure, signaling expanding foreign participation in India’s urban and sustainability-focused economic transformation.

4 days ago • India

Roads & Highways

Cabinet clears NH-927 upgrade to accelerate India-Nepal trade via key border corridor

India’s Cabinet has approved a four-lane upgrade of the Barabanki–Bahraich stretch of NH-927 to strengthen connectivity with Nepal. The project is expected to cut travel time by half, improve agricultural trade flows, and unlock logistics and cross-border commerce opportunities.

4 days ago • India;Nepal

Agriculture & Farming

Advance Agrolife wins ₹303.7 million agrochemical supply order from National Fertilizers

Advance Agrolife has received a letter of intent worth ₹303.7 million from National Fertilizers for agrochemical supply across NFL’s marketing territory. The contract runs until September 30, 2026, with payment terms of 90 days from invoice date.

4 days ago • India

Oil & Gas

Juno Joule begins ₹7 billion cluster-based CBG project in Telangana

Juno Joule Bio Fuels has started groundwork on a ₹7 billion cluster-based compressed biogas (CBG) project in Siddipet district, Telangana. The first phase of three plants (₹2.10 billion) will integrate with GAIL and Bhagyanagar Gas under the Centre’s CBG–CGD Synchronisation Scheme.

4 days ago • India

Investments & Funding

NHPC advances Rs.300 billion etalin Hydropower Project in Arunachal Pradesh

NHPC Ltd is progressing with a Rs.300 billion investment plan for the 3,000 MW Etalin hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh. The initiative aims to boost India’s renewable energy capacity and involves significant infrastructure development.

4 days ago • India

Railways & Metro

Power Mech wins ₹2.96 billion O&M contract for Mumbai Monorail

Power Mech Projects has secured a five-year operations and maintenance contract worth ₹2.96 billion from Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) for the 19.54 km Mumbai Monorail route and its 17 stations, including operation of advanced rolling stock and CBTC signaling.

4 days ago • India

Railways & Metro

Indian Railways accelerates AI-led track monitoring and composite infrastructure upgrade

Indian Railways has approved a set of infrastructure and technology upgrades, including AI-driven track monitoring and composite sleepers, to improve safety and ride quality. The measures signal a broader shift toward predictive maintenance and cost-efficient asset management across the national rail network.

4 days ago • India

Renewable Energy

Saatvik Green Energy secures INR 1.08 billion solar module supply contract for Indian domestic market

India-based Saatvik Green Energy has finalized a deal valued at INR 1.08 billion to supply solar photovoltaic modules to a major domestic independent power producer. The agreement, slated for completion by September 2026, highlights the accelerating demand for localized renewable energy infrastructure and components.

4 days ago • India

Renewable Energy

LG Electronics India signs first captive solar PPA with Sunsure for Greater Noida plant

Sunsure Energy has signed an 11 MWp solar power purchase agreement with LG Electronics India, marking LG's first captive renewable energy project in the country. The deal will supply 1.6 crore units annually from Sunsure's 82.5 MWp Erach plant, enabling LG to reach 50% renewable energy consumption at its Greater Noida facility.

4 days ago • India

Renewable Energy

Godrej Enterprises wins turnkey contract for 98 MW open-access solar project in Haryana

Godrej Enterprises Group has secured a contract to build a 98 MW open-access solar power plant in Haryana for Hexa Climate Solutions. The facility is expected to generate roughly 147 million kWh annually and cut emissions significantly, reflecting rising demand for captive renewable capacity among commercial and industrial power consumers.

7 days ago • India

Oil & Gas

India approves ₹794.59 billion revised cost for HPCL Rajasthan refinery, targets July 2026 commissioning

India’s CCEA has approved a revised project cost of ₹794.59 billion for the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery, up from ₹431.29 billion. HPCL will inject an additional ₹89.62 billion equity, raising its total stake-based investment to ₹196 billion.

1 week ago • India

Railways & Metro

Indian Cabinet clears ₹130.37 billion Jaipur Metro expansion to anchor North-South transit

The Union Cabinet has approved the ₹130.37 billion Jaipur Metro Phase-2 project, establishing a 41-kilometer North-South corridor. Targeted for completion by September 2031, the initiative seeks to integrate major industrial and healthcare hubs while modernizing the capital's urban transport infrastructure.

1 week ago • India