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Pune fines metro contractor for dumping debris

PUNE: On Thursday, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) imposed a fine of ₹15 lakh on a contractor involved in the Metro rail project (Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar) for allegedly dumping debris on an open plot near Balewadi High Street. “A notice was issued to the contractor today. The fine must be paid within the next two days at the Aundh ward office, and the debris should be removed. Failure to do so will result in legal action,” stated Girish Dapkekar, the Aundh-Baner ward officer. The civic officials reported that a site inspection showed ongoing debris dumping. The administration charged ₹15,000 per…

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Trial Run Completed on 5km Stretch of Indore Metro Phase II

INDORE: A successful trial run for the second phase of the metro rail was conducted in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on Friday, according to an official from the Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL). The metro was tested at a speed of 5-10 km/h over a nearly 5-km stretch between Super Corridor No. 3 and MR-10 stations. This stretch is part of the 17.50-km priority corridor connecting Gandhi Nagar and Radisson Square stations. Commercial operations have already begun on a 6-km section between Gandhi Nagar and Super Corridor station No. 3 as part of the first phase. Before commencing commercial…

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Union Minister Criticizes Haryana for Gurugram Metro Delay

GURUGRAM: Union minister and Gurgaon MP Rao Inderjit Singh criticized the state government on Thursday for delaying the commencement of the new metro line, insisting on the need for accountability and responsibility in the matter. Speaking in Gurgaon, Inderjit pointed out that the foundation stone for the project was laid last year, with ‘bhoomi pujan’ taking place this month. “I hope it doesn’t take another 1.5 years to begin work,” he stated. He mentioned that he has been advocating for the new metro corridor connecting Millennium City Centre to Cyber City since 2018. “I was told multiple times that the…

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Bhopal Metro Rail Safety Review Begins September 24

BHOPAL: The inauguration of the Bhopal Metro is now in its final stages, with crucial inspections set to begin on September 24, as confirmed by officials from MPMRCL. Passenger services for the Bhopal Metro are tentatively expected to start in October. The Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the Subhash Nagar Depot and rolling stock, a vital step toward receiving operational authorization. Following this, inspections of metro stations will take place, as per official announcements. On Thursday, MPMRCL Managing Director S. Krishna Chaitanya carried out an extensive inspection of the Subhash Nagar Depot in…

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Thiruvananthapuram Metro Hit by New Route Alignment Delays

Representative image THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Thiruvananthapuram Metro Rail project faces another setback as a high-level meeting led by Chief Secretary A. Jayathilak did not reach an agreement on the route alignment. Stakeholders, including elected officials and senior administrators, emphasized the need for underground lines to protect the heritage sites and green spaces of the city. Currently, the proposed Metro line is set to stretch from Kazhakkoottam to Pappanamcode, passing through Karyavattom, Sreekaryam, Ulloor, Medical College, Pattom, PMG, Palayam, Statue, Overbridge, Thampanoor, Killipalam, Karamana, and Pappanamcode, covering a distance of 21 kilometers. During the latest meeting, various alternative alignments were proposed, with…

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New Bengaluru city corporations receive ₹125 crore boost

BENGALURU: The state government has authorized an initial allocation of Rs 125 crore for the five newly established city corporations, which were created from the previous Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP). Each corporation will receive Rs 25 crore to manage daily administrative and operational costs until a direct tax remittance system is implemented. This decision follows a proposal presented by the Chief Commissioner of the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) under the Greater Bengaluru Administration Act-2024. The Act, enacted on September 2, 2025, restructured BBMP into five independent municipal corporations: Bengaluru West, Bengaluru South, Bengaluru North, Bengaluru East, and Bengaluru Central.…

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Illegal colonies on 155-acre Noida airport land demolished

Representative AI image NOIDA: In a significant crackdown on illegal colonies around the Noida International Airport, the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) reclaimed nearly 155 acres of land worth ₹2,500 crore in Bulandshahr on Tuesday. This demolition initiative follows a recent TOI article titled “Khosla ka Ghosla, by Invite” which highlighted how land sharks were misleading potential homebuyers with falsely marketed “prime airport plots” in Khair tehsil, Aligarh. On Tuesday, a team led by OSD Shailendra Kumar Singh demolished unauthorized colonies, including Aeronest Coloniser (Jhajhar), Shri Radha Gauri Enclave (Kakod), and Rudra Properties (Kakod) in Jhajhar and Kakod villages.…

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Kolkata Civic Body Mandates Visitor Parking in Large Projects

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the content you provided: KOLKATA: The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has mandated that all residential projects with a built-up area of over 5,000 sq m (approximately 53,000 sq ft) must include parking for visitors. Previously, this requirement applied to projects exceeding 10,000 sq m (100,000 sq ft). To support developers in meeting this requirement affordably, KMC will offer an increased floor area ratio (FAR) to facilitate the construction of additional parking. Of this extra FAR, at least 25% must be allocated for visitor parking. For instance, a project of 50,000 sq ft could potentially…

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Bhopal Metro Advances in Land Acquisition Efforts

Representative AI image BHOPAL: Landowners along the proposed route for the Bhopal Metro’s Orange Line are increasingly opting for the Madhya Pradesh Aapsi Kharid Niti – 2014 (Mutual Purchase Policy), which facilitates land acquisition through mutual consent. This policy allows those agreeing to transfer their land for Metro development to receive compensation within two months, simplifying the process and avoiding protracted acquisition procedures. To date, 40 property owners have consented to participate in the scheme. Most will receive compensation for structures on their land, while bhoomi swamis (landowners) will get full compensation as per policy stipulations. The 60-day objection period…

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Noida to Map Land and Water Bodies Along Expressway

NOIDA: The Noida Authority is set to conduct a comprehensive topographic survey across key areas of the city to assess land availability, delineate boundaries, and enhance its land bank for future sector development. The agency selection process is currently ongoing, with applications open until September 16. According to officials, this initiative will clarify the status of various land parcels, allowing for systematic and transparent planning of sector developments. “This study is crucial for guiding both current and future developments,” an official stated, noting that the survey will serve as a foundation for upcoming projects in the area. The survey will…