ABB & Titagarh rail systems join forces for metro propulsion systems
ABB and Titagarh Rail Systems have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at supplying propulsion systems for metro rolling stock projects in India. The collaboration includes Titagarh purchasing ABB propulsion
Odisha ropes in DMRC for Rs. 6,255-cr Phase-I project
The Odisha government has appointed DMRC as the key consultant for the Rs. 6,255 crore Phase-I part of the Bhubaneswar metro rail project, starting from the airport to Trishulia Square in the Cuttack district
MRVC advances metro project with structure removal
In an effort to expedite construction work on the 5th and 6th lines between the Borivali and Virar metro stretch, the Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) has initiated the process of removing structures
Mumbai Metro plans 5-km expansion to Navy Nagar, DPR submitted
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) has prepared the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for expansion of the underground Metro Line-3 to Navy Nagar, covering a five-km stretch. The DPR has been submitted to
BMRCL and Bosch partner for underground walkway in Bengaluru
BMRCL and Bosch have signed an agreement for an underground walkway connecting Lakkasandra metro station directly to M/s Bosch Ltd premises. BMRCL will handle the infrastructure, while Bosch bears the cost
CMRL to build 23 multi-modal transit hubs in Chennai metro phase 2
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) plans to construct multi-modal transit hubs at 23 locations along the 116.1 km long Chennai Metro Phase 02. These hubs will facilitate seamless interchange with existing transit
UP metro floats tenders for Rs 597-cr Kanpur metro rail project expansion
The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has initiated tenders for the elevated section and Metro Car Depot of Kanpur Metro Rail's Corridor-2 (CSA to Barra 8). The elevated section will include five
Odisha Cabinet greenlights Rs 5,929-cr Bhubaneswar Metro Phase I
The Odisha state cabinet has granted approval for Phase I of the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project (BMRC) from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Trisulia Square near Cuttack, with an investment of
Niraj Cement Structurals bags Rs 164-cr construction contracts from Indian Railways
Niraj Cement Structurals (NCS) has secured four work orders totaling Rs 164 crore from Indian Railways. The contracts include construction of good circulating areas, a road over bridge in Maharashtra, a passenger circulating area, and execution
Chennai phase 2 metro rail to get 63 steel bridges for driverless trains
During the upcoming Phase 2 of the metro rail, 63 steel bridges will be installed at various locations, facilitating the passage of driverless trains over buildings and flyovers. These steel girders, with long spans, are essential in areas with limited vertical clearance
Ayesa India secures Jaipur Metro's phase 1C & 1D Detailed Design Contract
Ayesa India has been awarded the Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) contract for Jaipur Metro's Phase 1C and 1D projects, extending the Pink Line in both east (Transport Nagar) and west (Ajmer Road Chauraha) directions. The Rs 3.19 crore bid by Ayesa
Patna Metro plans two-level underground station for improved connectivity
The Patna Metro Rail Corporation is set to construct a two-level underground metro station, spanning approximately 160 meters and situated 16 meters below ground level. This strategic development will facilitate swift connectivity from PMCH
Karnataka plans Bengaluru-Mangaluru high speed rail corridor
The Karnataka government is in initial talks for a high-speed rail connecting Bengaluru and Mangaluru. Minister Dinesh Gundu reveals plans for an Integrated greenfield High-Speed Corridor, aiming to boost development in Mangaluru and nearby
Andhra Pradesh plans 145-km metro extension plan for Visakhapatnam
Andhra Pradesh government unveils an expansion plan for Visakhapatnam's Metro and tram systems. The project includes a detailed report for a 79.9 km Light Metro Rail and a 60.2 km catenary-free tram system, aiming to ease traffic congestion
South Western Railway plans 287-km Circular Rail Network for Bengaluru
The South Western Railway (SWR) is set to establish a 287-km circular rail network around Bengaluru's outskirts. The initiative aims to enhance local train services, reduce pressure on existing rail networks, and complement the Bengaluru Suburban
Trichy Railway embarks on Rs 13.73-cr revamp for Tiruvarur & Karaikal Stations
Tiruvarur and Karaikal stations in Trichy railway division are set for a makeover with a ₹13.73 crore infrastructure upgrade. The project includes extending and enhancing station buildings, constructing entrance arches, and creating landscaped circulating
India & Bhutan agree for cross border rail link
In an attempt to ensure hassle free passengers’ and freight traffic between the two countries, India and Bhutan have agreed for the first rail link between the two sides to be built with Indian support. The two countries have planned several new initiatives to
DFCCIL fixes locations to build freight terminals at railway stations
The Vadodara division of the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL), engaged in the development of freight terminals at railway stations, has identified potential locations for the establishment of these terminals. The terminals are planned
Work on second TBM commences for Metro 7A in Mumbai
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has initiated work on the second Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) of Line 7A. The Metro 7A spans 3.42 km in length, with 2.49 km as the underground stretch. This corridor will have two
Railway clears multiple projects for Indore multi-modal hub
The Union Railway Ministry has approved multiple projects worth thousands of crores to make Indore as the financial hub of Madhya Pradesh. The railway minister emphasised that Indore is undergoing a significant transformation into a major railway
Centre approves Rs. 410-cr for Pune Metro Line 3
The Central government has approved Rs. 410 crore as VGF for the Pune Metro line 3, being developed by the PMRDA. The PMRDA has undertaken the development of the 23.203 km long Line 3 Project, connecting Maan Hinjawadi with the city centre
DRA-DMRC secures Rs. 2383.59-cr Ahmedabad Railway Station Redevelopment Project
Dineshchandra R Agarwal Infracon-Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DRA-DMRC) JV has emerged as the lowest bidder for the Ahmedabad Railway Station Redevelopment Project, involving an investment of Rs. 2383.59 crores. This is the second time
India, Bangladesh jointly launches rail & energy projects
India and Bangladesh have jointly inaugurated three major connectivity and energy projects funded with Indian assistance, including a railway line that will connect the northeastern states to the neighbouring country for the first time. The projects — the
Terratec's new Rock TBM to drive Delhi's Metro Phase-IV
Terratec's new Rock TBM is set to play a crucial role in the Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System Project - Phase-IV, Contract DC-08 for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited. Terratec has delivered three machine orders for this project. This includes a combination
CMRL starts ballast test track work on Rs. 63,246-cr metro line
The Chennai Metro Rail has begun the ballast test track laying work at the Poonamallee Depot for Phase 02 of the project, which is being constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 63,246 crore. In fact, this is a major move as it’s the first time that such
Railways unveils Rs. 4.2 lakh-cr plan to multi-track busiest routes
In order to decongest the busiest rail routes, the Indian Railways has rolled out a Rs 4.2 lakh crore mega plan for multi-tracking of seven high density corridors, including Delhi-Howrah, Mumbai-Howrah, Delhi-Mumbai, Delhi-Guwahati, Delhi-Chennai
DMRC speeds up work on two corridors under Phase-IV
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has fast-tracked the construction work on the two lines of the three remaining corridors to be built as part of Phase-IV of the metro rail expansion network. Upon completion, DMRC's new routes will enhance
Centre approves Rs. 910-cr for Phase-II of Pune Metro project
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has granted final approval for the next phase of the Pune Metro, which involves an investment of Rs 910.18 crore. This also marks the beginning of Phase II of the project. The Maharashtra government has proposed
Ranjot Buildcon speeds up Surat metro project
Ranjot Buildcon, an infrastructure building major, is expediting the construction work on the Surat Metro project, which involves an investment of Rs. 384.47 crore. The company has erected the first PSC box girder for the CS4 package of the Surat Metro
Engineers invent new tunnelling method for rail link in J&K
The engineers responsible for the construction of the Kashmir Rail Link have invented an innovative tunnelling method known as the Himalayan Tunnelling Method for the construction of Tunnel-01 on the Katra-Banihal section of the Kashmir rail link project
