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Odisha CM Majhi thanks PM Modi after CCEA approve two railway projects for Odisha

Bhubaneswar, April 4: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) of the Central Government today approved two railway projects intended for Odisha.

Centre aims to expand port capacity to nearly 10,000 MTPA by 2047

New Delhi, April 4: The government on Friday said it aims to expand port capacity from about 2,600 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to nearly 10,000 MTPA by 2047, positioning the nation as a leading maritime power.

Union Cabinet approves railway multitracking projects across Maharashtra, Odisha, Chhattisgarh for Rs 18,658 crore

New Delhi, April 4: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four major railway projects covering three states, with a total cost of Rs 18,658 crore.

Vibrant border villages programme 2.0 approved with total outlay of Rs 6,839 crore

New Delhi, April 4: The Union Cabinet approved the Vibrant Villages Programme -II, furthering its commitment to the vision of safe, secure, and vibrant land borders.

PM Modi to flag off Rameswaram-Tambaram new train service on Ram Navami

Chennai, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Tamil Nadu on April 6. On the occasion of Ram Navami, at around 12 noon, he will inaugurate the new Pamban Rail Bridge - India’s first vertical lift sea bridge and flag off a train and a ship from the road bridge and witness the operation of the bridge.

Cabinet okays Rs 6,839 crore Vibrant Villages scheme to bolster India's security

New Delhi, April 4: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday approved the Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II) as a Central Sector Scheme for developing villages located along the country's international borders to enhance national security.

Haryana will play special role in fulfilling PM Modi's dream of 'Viksit Bharat', says CM

Chandigarh, April 4: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said on Friday that the state would play a special role in fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dream of making India a developed nation by 2047.

Indian Railways produces record 41,929 wagons in FY25

New Delhi, April 4: Indian Railways has produced all-time high of 41,929 wagons in FY25, surpassing the 37,650 wagons produced in the earlier fiscal (FY24), the government said on Friday.

Cabinet okays 4 projects worth Rs. 18,658 crore to expand track network of Indian Railways

New Delhi, April 4: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four projects to expand the track network of Indian Railways with an investment of Rs 18,658 crore, according to an official statement issued on Friday.

PM Modi unveils 21-point action plan at 6th BIMSTEC Summit

Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday presented a comprehensive 21-point action plan during the sixth BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, laying out an ambitious road map for cooperation across diverse sectors.

PWD Minister Parvesh Verma inspects water management, infrastructure in East Delhi

New Delhi, April 4: Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Parvesh Verma on Friday inspected water management and infrastructure in East Delhi.

Power Grid to raise up to Rs 6,000 crore bond through private placement

New Delhi, April 4: Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (POWERGRID) on Friday informed the stock exchanges that it plans to raise funds through a new bond issue.

Indian Railways clocks 9 pc growth in coach manufacturing in FY25

New Delhi, April 4: The Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone in FY25 by manufacturing 7,134 coaches, registering a 9 per cent growth from 6,541 coaches in the previous fiscal (FY24).

DMRC achieves final closure for remaining corridors of Phase 4 line

New Delhi, April 4: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation on Friday achieved final closure for the remaining corridors of the Phase 4 ((Inderlok - Indraprstha, Saket G Block - Lajpat Nagar and Rithala - Narela - Nathurpur) with the signing of the first tranche of loan agreement between Government of India and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on 27th March 2025 for an amount of 79,726 million Japanese Yen (Equivalent to about Rs 4309.53 crores).

Tripura prioritizing sports development with major investments: CM Manik Saha

Agartala, April 4: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said the state government is continuously making efforts to take the state forward through the development of sports.

CAG audit report pertaining to Railways presented in Parliament

New Delhi, April 3: A compliance audit of 'Working of Mancheswar Carriage Repair Workshop' in East Coast Railway has observed that the projections for coaches due for POH (periodical overhaul) were not realistic and the same had undergone downward revision every year.

Yogi Adityanath reviews plans for PM's Visit, directs quick action on infrastructure, security, and water supply

Varanasi, April 3: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday held a review meeting with elected representatives and officials in the Circuit House seminar hall.

Indian Railways achives milestone: Coach production rises 9% to 7,134 in FY 2024-25

New Delhi, April 3: Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone in the financial year 2024-25 by manufacturing 7,134 coaches, marking a 9 per cent increase from the previous year's production of 6,541, with special emphasis on non AC coaches with production of 4,601, catering the needs of common man.

NHAI to develop 121-km long Guwahati Ring Road on BOT mode

New Delhi/Guwahati, April 3: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) would develop a 121-km-long Guwahati Ring Road on Build Operate Toll (BOT) mode at a total cost of Rs 5,729 crore, officials said on Thursday.

Maha: MMRDA to implement comprehensive financial compensation policy for PAPs

Mumbai, April 3: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) will implement a comprehensive financial compensation policy aimed at expediting the resettlement process for Project-Affected Persons (PAPs) across several of its high-impact urban infrastructure projects.

Parvesh Verma to head eight-member panel formed to fast-track Delhi's infrastructure projects

By Tanya Chugh, New Delhi, April 3: An eight-member high-level committee has been formed in Delhi under the chairmanship of PWD Minister Parvesh Verma to fast-track the infrastructure projects in the national capital, sources said.

NHAI to develop ambitious Guwahati Ring Road for Rs 5,729 crore

New Delhi, April 3: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a concession agreement with Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon Pvt. Ltd for the development of the 121 km long Guwahati Ring Road.

Rs 267 crore sanctioned for various road projects in Himachal Pradesh: Vikramaditya Singh

Shimla, April 3: Himachal Pradesh Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Thursday said that the Union Government has sanctioned Rs 267 crore for various projects, including national highways in Himachal Pradesh. He stated that a total capital expenditure request of Rs 1,400 crore was submitted to the Union Government for the financial year 2025-26, out of which Rs 267 crore was released in the first phase, an official statement from the Office of PWD minister said.

Ex-LoP demands probe into Vadodara's Rs 31 crore bridge resurfacing project

Vadodara, April 3: The Vadodara Municipal Corporation’s (VMC) resurfacing work on 12 bridges across the city at an estimated cost of ₹31 crore, has come under a cloud.

Inflated bills will be corrected. If wrong, will be waived off: Pravesh Verma on Delhi water woes

New Delhi, April 3: Delhi Water Minister Pravesh Verma on Wednesday addressed the public grievances over inflated water bills and water supply issues, promising corrective action and relief.

Karnataka CM meets Nitin Gadkari, seeks approval for key road infra projects

Bengaluru, April 2: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday and submitted a memorandum requesting approval for various infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing the state's social and economic development.

209 MW solar plants have been set up at 2,249 railway stations: Vaishnaw

New Delhi, April 2: Indian Railways has set up about 209 MW of solar plants on 2,249 railway stations and service buildings across the country so far as part of its efforts to promote solar energy in line with the government policies to enhance renewable energy, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday.

Assam to launch its own satellite for better infrastructure, disaster management: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Jorhat, April 2: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced that the state will launch its own satellite, adding that scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have already visited for this purpose.

Himachal government to establish 'Adarsh Swasthya Sansthan' in every assembly constituency

Shimla, April 2: The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to establish one Adarsh Swasthya Sansthans in every assembly constituency and two in Lahaul-Spiti district as part of efforts to provide quality health services to people of the state.

Assam CM dedicates three projects worth Rs over 110 crore in Jorhat

Jorhat, April 2: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday dedicated three key projects worth Rs 110.75 crore in Jorhat. The CM said the new projects will phenomenally expedite the development of Jorhat.

Brick by Brick we will build a new and Viksit Assam: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

New Delhi, April 2: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Wednesday reaffirmed the commitment to build a new and Viskit Assam "brick by brick."

Gujarat: Dahej PCPIR to receive enhanced connectivity, CM reviews the ongoing work

Gandhinagar, April 2: The Dahej Petroleum, Chemicals, and Petrochemical Investment Region (PCPIR) in Gujarat is anticipated to benefit from significant improvements in road connectivity in the forthcoming days. This enhancement will facilitate increased accessibility and operational efficiency within the region, according to a release.

India surpasses US, Europe by producing 1,681 locomotives for FY2024-25

New Delhi, April 2: India has emerged as a global leader in railway locomotive manufacturing, achieving a record production of 1,681 locomotives in the financial year 2024-25. This milestone surpasses the total locomotive production of regions such as the United States, Europe, South America, Africa, and Australia, reaffirming India's growing dominance in the global railway sector, the Ministry of Railways said in an official statement.

Funds worth Rs 5,000cr approved for NH in Rajasthan: Dy CM Diya Kumari

Jaipur, April 2: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari announced that the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved Rs 5,000 crore for 21 new national highway projects in the state.

MP: CM Yadav expresses gratitude to Union Minister Gadkari for approving 4 road projects to state worth Rs 4,302.93 cr

Bhopal, April 2: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has expressed gratitude to Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on behalf of the people of Madhya Pradesh for approving four major road projects worth Rs 4302.93 crores for the state.

Airports Authority of India celebrates 30th annual day with pride and grandeur

New Delhi, April 2: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) celebrated its 30th Annual Day on April 1 with great enthusiasm and grandeur at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking three decades of excellence in serving as the mainstay of Indian Civil Aviation.

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