With 33 years of engineering experience, Ahmad assumes leadership as RVNL transitions to a global infrastructure developer. Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL), the state‑owned diversified infrastructure company under the Ministry of Railways, has announced the appointment of Saleem Ahmad as its new Chairman & Managing Director (CMD). Prior to this role, Ahmad was serving as...
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Clean Leap: Manohar Lal Inaugurates First Unit of 2,000 MW Subansiri Hydropower Project
The commissioning of Unit‑2 sets the pace for Subansiri’s next three units, with full capacity by FY2026‑27. Union Minister for Power Manohar Lal has hailed the Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project as a testament to India’s clean energy commitment. Virtually inaugurating the commercial operation of the 250 MW first unit (Unit‑2) of the 2,000 MW Subansiri...
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DFCCIL Pushes Fast-Track Plan for Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals
DFCCIL officials stress that construction and operational challenges will be cleared on priority with government support. Key officials at the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Ltd (DFCCIL) have reaffirmed their commitment to accelerate construction and address gaps in the development of Gati Shakti Multimodal Cargo Terminals (GCTs), prioritising improved logistics and transportation for industries,...
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Chhattisgarh, GAIL Ink MoU for 1.27‑Million‑Ton Gas‑Based Fertiliser Plant
GAIL prepares to greenlight a mega fertiliser plant after a techno‑economic evaluation along its Mumbai‑Nagpur‑Jharsuguda Natural Gas Pipeline (MNJPL) corridor. The Government of Chhattisgarh and GAIL (India) Ltd have joined hands to develop a greenfield gas‑based fertiliser project in the state. A non‑binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in the presence of Chhattisgarh Chief...
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Noida International Airport Taps Tech Mahindra for 24×7 Cybersecurity Command Centre
Through this strategic partnership, NIA aims to hardwires resilience and cybersecurity into its operations from the ground up. Addressing a critical dimension of airport security, India’s upcoming mega‑airport has signed a landmark agreement to fortify its network and cybersecurity operations. Noida International Airport (NIA) announced a partnership with Tech Mahindra, the Pune‑headquartered global technology consulting...
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Centre Approves ₹8.87 Billion Mumbai Marina to Boost Coastal Shipping and Maritime Tourism
India’s financial capital is set to host a world‑class marina that aims to stand alongside leading global destinations such as Florida, Singapore and Dubai. The Union Government has approved the Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina project in Mumbai Harbour at an estimated cost of ₹8.87 billion, marking a major push for coastal shipping, maritime tourism and...
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PM Surya Ghar Rooftop Solar Scheme Crosses 1.95 Million Installations, Delivers 770,000 Zero Bills
Since its inception, more than 2.43 million households have benefitted from the scheme, with over 830,000 loan applications sanctioned and ₹139.26 billion in subsidies extended. Around 1.95 million residential rooftop solar (RTS) systems have been installed, with over 770,000 households having received zero or near‑zero electricity bills under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana...
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Waaree Gets ALMM-II Nod for 5.25 GW Solar Cells
The company said it will leverage this milestone to deepen partnerships with Indian and global developers, accelerate exports, and strengthen a more resilient, high‑performance solar value chain. Waaree Energies Ltd, India’s largest solar PV module manufacturer, has secured approval for its high‑efficiency solar photovoltaic (PV) cells under the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy’s (MNRE)...
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Inox Wind Secures Repeat 100 MW Order from Jakson Green
The latest 100 MW order will see IWL supply its 3.3 MW wind turbine generators for Jakson Green’s upcoming projects in Gujarat. Inox Wind Ltd (IWL), one of India’s leading wind energy solutions providers, has secured a repeat 100 MW order from Jakson Green, the new energy transition platform of the Jakson Group, following the...
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SITA Strengthens India’s Digital Aviation Infrastructure as Passenger Growth Accelerates
India’s shift toward trusted digital identities, automated borders, real‑time baggage tracking and connected onward travel is accelerating as passenger volumes rise and sustainability targets tighten, according to SITA. With DigiYatra now operational at 24 airports across India and further expansion underway, the country is moving steadily toward a biometric‑led travel environment. According to SITA, the...