MODERNISING INFRASTRUCTURE

The conclave that took place at KSH Infra Park in Pune, Maharashtra on June 13, brought together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to explore the transformative possibilities within the transmission and distribution industry.

The entire ecosystem will see accelerated investments and the government push through regarding the capex needs. Also, railways as a theme, defence as a theme, and shipbuilders as a theme will continue. Execution is going to be extremely important o...

JSW Steel USA invests in modernising steel plate mill in Texas to support US offshore wind energy expansion, aiming to reduce import reliance and promote clean energy for 10 million homes.

Messe Stuttgart India partners with Indian Navy to enhance national logistics infrastructure by connecting with LogiMAT India exhibitors, facilitating solutions to Navy's logistics needs. The Indian Navy plans to engage with leading exhibiting organ...

Modi is set to be sworn in for third term as India's Prime Minister in coalition government with key partners Telugu Desam Party and Janata Dal (United). Economists anticipate focus on economic reforms to achieve goal of Vikshit Bharat by 2047. Budg...

Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande visited the Thal Sena Bhawan construction site at Delhi Cantonment, set to complete by June 2025. Initiated in March 2023, the project focuses on modern infrastructure and sustainability, featuring green initiatives like t...

A local consumer court in New Delhi faced unimaginable conditions due to lack of infrastructure and basic amenities, highlighting the urgent need for modernisation to ensure proper functioning and working conditions.

The Delhi High Court introduced free Wi-Fi across its premises to enhance access to legal resources for advocates, litigants, and the public. The move aims to modernise judicial infrastructure and improve efficiency. The Wi-Fi facility, launched by ...

Chinese overseas investment, with a focus on minerals extraction in Africa, is rebounding post-pandemic. However, the relationship remains extractive, not fully aligned with the Belt and Road Initiative's goals outlined by President Xi Jinping.

Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, stated that India aims to replicate the Chabahar port model in other strategic locations in the region to acquire additional assets. In an interview with ET, he emphasized that In...

EPC company K2 Infragen has won a Rs 90 crore railway bridge project in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh. The project, awarded by the UP-State Bridge Corporation Ltd, involves constructing a four-lane rail over bridge on the Patna-Mughalsarai section. K2 In...

Nirmala Sitharaman praises PM Narendra Modi for reviving the infrastructure sector, highlighting the neglect during the UPA regime and the significant advancements made under the Modi government, including the expansion of the Metro network, growth ...

Ajay Srivastava, CEO of Dimensions Corporate, advises investing in ABB, Siemens, IndiGo, Indian Hotels, and Hero Moto if the market falls 30-40%. These companies, known for their performance and economic ties, are recommended. Furthermore, smaller I...

I think trying to make event-based decision based on long-term investing is not something that makes sense to us. So, I think we are sitting put. Our positioning is very clear and we are doing none of these like raising cash or trying to change the ...

REC Ltd is targeting a loan book of Rs 10 lakh crore by 2029-30, with 50-60% of the portfolio consisting of conventional power generation, transmission, and distribution projects and 30% focused on renewable energy. The company's assets under manage...

India's military modernization in 2023 aimed at countering China and reducing Russian equipment reliance. Tensions with China persist post-Galwan clash. Pakistan focuses on nuclear modernization despite economic challenges and increased terrorist vi...

The expected increase comes at a time when organisations are ramping up security spending due to legacy IT modernisation using cloud technology, demand for digital platforms, updated regulatory environment and continuing remote/hybrid work.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the commitment of his government to 'ease of justice' through the Supreme Court. He highlighted the role of technology, such as e-courts, artificial intelligence, and digitalization of verdicts, in contributin...

“Going forward, India must continue down this path to modernise soft infrastructure: reforms in the bond market, expanding investor base, greater participation of the private sector and strengthening the regulation of public banks,” said Luis E Breu...