Barclays Bank Secures Prime Sea-View Office Space in Mumbai’s Worli for Over Rs 306 Crores
Barclays Bank Plc, the British multinational universal bank, has finalized a long-term lease for a sea-view front office space spanning two floors in Mumbai’s upscale Worli area. The lease, extending over ten years, will see Barclays India and Barclays Investments…
MCD Extends Geotagging Deadline for Properties to February 29, 2024
In an announcement on January 30, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) revealed an extension of the deadline for property owners in the capital to geotag their commercial and residential properties. The new deadline is set for February 29, 2024,…
Seismic Safety Boost for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Corridor: 28 Earthquake Detectors to be Installed
The National High Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL) announced on Monday its plans to install 28 seismometers along the Mumbai-Ahmedabad ‘bullet train’ corridor for enhanced safety. Utilizing the ‘Early Earthquake Detection System’ based on Japanese Shinkansen technology, these seismometers aim to…
Minister Nitin Gadkari Launches Rs 2,367 Crore National Highway Projects in Madhya Pradesh
On Tuesday, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for nine national highway projects in Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur district, with a total investment of Rs 2,367 crore. These projects, spanning 225 km, aim…
Graphene-Infused Concrete: A Sustainable Solution to Alleviate the Global Sand Crisis
Concrete, the second most consumed material globally after water, has fueled an environmental and resource crisis, particularly concerning sand depletion. A groundbreaking study by Rice University researchers explores the potential of utilizing graphene, derived from metallurgical coke, not only as…
Ferrock: A Sustainable Marvel Transforming Construction Materials
A groundbreaking material, Ferrock, originally developed in the arid landscapes of Arizona, has emerged as a potential game-changer in the realm of construction and infrastructure. Unlike traditional concrete, Ferrock boasts superior strength and eco-friendliness, paving the way for more sustainable…
Noida Airport’s Inaugural Phase Development Set at Rs 10,056 Crore
The initial phase of the forthcoming international airport in Noida is projected to incur a cost of Rs 10,056 crore, with approximately Rs 7,100 crore already expended on its development, as per officials. S P Goyal, Additional Chief Secretary to…
Vigilance Probe Initiated into Alleged Irregularities in Rajiv Awas Yojana Housing Project
The vigilance court in Muvattupuzha has ordered an investigation into reported anomalies surrounding the construction of an apartment complex in Thuruthy under the Rajiv Awas Yojana in Fort Kochi, aimed at rehabilitating slum dwellers. The probe was initiated following a…
Eldeco Group Ventures into Luxury Holiday Homes: Unveils Plans for 80 Villas near Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh
In a strategic move to cater to the surging demand for high-end second homes, Delhi-based Eldeco Group has acquired a 30-acre land parcel near Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh. The real estate firm aims to develop ultra-luxury holiday homes through its subsidiary…
KMV Projects Emerges as Lowest Bidder for Belagavi Airport’s New Terminal
KMV Projects has secured the position of the lowest bidder for the civil construction work of a new terminal building at Belagavi Airport. The current domestic terminal, managed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), spans 3,600 sq.m and can…