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ADB Approves $190M Loan for Indore Metro Project

NEW DELHI: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 190 million loan to support the Indore Metro Rail Project, a significant initiative aimed at improving urban mobility, reducing pollution, and fostering inclusive growth in Madhya Pradesh, as stated in a company press release. The project will fund the construction of an 8.62-kilometre underground metro line featuring seven stations, connecting congested areas of Indore to the airport. Designed with modern standards, the metro will offer accessibility features such as ramps, lifts, CCTV surveillance, and emergency response systems for elderly individuals, women, children, and persons with disabilities. “Indore’s rapid urbanization…

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Jaipur Civic Body Orders Owners to Vacate 16 Unsafe Buildings

JAIPUR: The Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC) Heritage has issued notices to the owners of 16 unsafe buildings in the Walled City, demanding that they vacate within 24 hours. Additionally, parts of two unsafe structures were demolished and sealed temporarily after residents were relocated. Repair orders were also served to the owners of nine buildings. Officials stated that personnel from the building construction branch have been assigned to monitor the situation continuously. Deputy Commissioner of Hawa Mahal Amer Zone, Seema Chaudhary, emphasized, “These measures are essential to prevent accidents in Amer, Brahmapuri, and Gangapol, especially during heavy rains. The corporation will…

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Navi Mumbai Airport Opening Set for October 8

MUMBAI: The Navi Mumbai International Airport is set to open on October 8, as announced by Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Wednesday. The airport recently received its aerodrome license from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday and is being developed in multiple phases by Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd. The Adani Group holds a 74% stake, while the Maharashtra government’s CIDCO has the remaining 26%. “In preparation for the opening of Navi Mumbai International Airport on October 8, I had the honor of meeting with our diverse team, including construction workers, women staff, engineers, artisans, firefighters,…

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Kochi Metro Plans Phase II Extension to Infopark III, Kizhakkambalam

KOCHI: Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is planning to extend its Phase II pink line to the Kizhakkambalam area, where Infopark aims to establish its Phase III campus. The IT Park officials have informed that they’ve completed initial discussions with KMRL regarding this extension. The work on the pink line is currently underway, with KMRL targeting completion by 2026. The existing plan terminates the line near Infopark’s Phase I campus. Infopark CEO Sushanth Kurunthil stated, “We are prioritizing Metro connectivity for our Phase III project, as this integrated township is set to be one of the largest infrastructure developments in…

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Panel to Review Construction on Ghaziabad’s Yamuna Floodplain

GHAZIABAD: In response to the recent flooding in Loni, District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar has established a four-member committee tasked with locating permanent structures within the Yamuna floodplain zone. The committee, led by Additional District Magistrate Saurabh Bhatt, includes the Loni SDM and an official from the irrigation department. It is responsible for identifying illegal constructions in the floodplain and must submit their findings within a month, after which the area will be cleared. Officials have noted that flooding in Loni has become a recurring challenge since 2023, necessitating the allocation of resources for rescue efforts. This year alone, around…

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Ahmedabad to Launch 7 New Town Planning Schemes

AHMEDABAD: During the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA) board meeting on Tuesday, it was decided to establish seven new Town Planning (TP) Schemes in the villages surrounding the city. AUDA announced that with Ahmedabad gearing up to host the Commonwealth and Olympic Games, these new TP schemes aim to facilitate rapid and systematic development in satellite areas. The planned TP schemes will be developed in the villages of Saij, Godhavi, Kaneti, Nidhrad, and Manipur, located within the AUDA jurisdiction. This initiative will urbanize approximately 1,000 hectares in these regions, making way for essential infrastructure and new road construction. Published On…

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Infopark, Cochin to Build Integrated AI Town by 2030

Representative AI image KOCHI: Authorities announced that the planned Infopark Phase III campus, anticipated to draw Rs 25,000 crore in investment, will be completed by 2030. During a joint press conference on Tuesday, Infopark CEO Susanth Kurunthil and Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) chairman K Chandran Pillai stated that a notification regarding the pooling of 300 acres in Kizhakkambalam panchayat would be issued soon, with the project’s master plan expected within a year. The new campus, envisioned as a world-class ‘Integrated AI Township,’ is projected to create 200,000 direct jobs and over 400,000 indirect jobs, driving Kerala’s development and transitioning…

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Tumakuru, Shivamogga City Corporations Plan Expansion

BENGALURU: The government has decided to expand the boundaries of Tumakuru and Shivamogga city corporations by incorporating surrounding villages. The Tumakuru City Corporation (TCC) is set to grow by including 54 villages across 14 gram panchayats, expanding its jurisdiction from 48 sq km to 174 sq km. Home Minister G Parameshwara, who is also responsible for the district, informed TOI that Tumakuru, located near Bengaluru, is experiencing rapid growth, necessitating an expansion for development purposes. “I have instructed the deputy commissioner and TCC commissioner to expedite the process of including villages from 14 GPs. All necessary steps will be taken…

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Maharashtra to Issue 98-Year Lease Tenders for ST Bus Depots

NEW DELHI: Pratap Sarnaik, Maharashtra’s Minister of Transport, announced that the state government will open tenders for the long-term lease development of bus depots, extending the lease duration to 98 years from the previous 30 years. Sarnaik noted that the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) possesses over 13,000 acres of land in areas such as Kurla and Borivali, among other towns in the state. “To facilitate the development of these lands and bus depots, the government has decided to offer a 98-year long-term lease. These ST Bus Depots will be transformed into Bus Ports, similar to those developed in…

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Thane Demolishes 198 of 264 Illegal Structures in Action

THANE: Since June, the Thane Municipal Corporation has demolished 198 unauthorized constructions as part of an ongoing crackdown, an official reported on Sunday. Additionally, unauthorized extensions in 66 other properties have been removed. Following orders from the High Court and inspections by beat inspectors and Special Vigilance Teams in Diva and Mumbra, the Anti-Encroachment Team has addressed a total of 264 unauthorized constructions to date, according to a TMC release. Municipal Commissioner Saurabh Rao reviewed campaign progress on Saturday. “All systems must remain vigilant to prevent unauthorized construction. Cases should be promptly registered under MRTP upon completing the legal procedures.…