Dhruvaksh Saha

Dhruvaksh Saha

Dhruvaksh Saha is a policy reporter, currently tracking developments in transport, infrastructure, and the economy, focusing chiefly on policy and sectoral movements in highways, railways, maritime economy, mass transport, and economic policy planning at NITI Aayog.

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India drives into an era of barrier-free toll collection with MLFF rollout

Multi-lane free flow system launched in Gujarat; Delhi will be next

Updated On: 01 May 2026 | 11:31 PM IST

Indian shipyards to get right of first refusal in FY27 ship buying plan

Container vessels by SCI, Bharat Container Line dominate order plan

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 11:16 PM IST

Centre proposes E100 testing framework to accelerate flex fuel vehicles

The Centre has proposed draft norms to include E100 in emission testing, aiming to accelerate flex fuel vehicle adoption and boost ethanol demand amid energy supply concerns

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 12:17 AM IST

Independent agency needed for road construction disputes, says Gadkari

The minister also called out officials within the government who stall files on important projects

Updated On: 28 Apr 2026 | 11:43 PM IST

Ashok Lahiri to Gobardhan Das: A NITI reboot amid shifting global sands

The Centre has overhauled NITI Aayog's top leadership, appointing Ashok Lahiri as vice-chairperson and reshuffling full-time members ahead of key policy decisions for Viksit Bharat@2047

Updated On: 27 Apr 2026 | 12:29 AM IST

NITI Aayog gets reset as Lahiri made VC, all members barring Gauba changed

Molecular scientist Gobardhan Das, Science Secy Karandikar, and Aiims Director Srinivas now full-time members

Updated On: 26 Apr 2026 | 12:14 AM IST

India likely to hand over Chabahar port reins to Iranian entity

India plans to divest its stake in Chabahar Port ahead of US sanctions expiry, balancing strategic interests with geopolitical and legal risks

Updated On: 24 Apr 2026 | 12:18 AM IST

CMA CGM reflags fifth vessel in India as shipping expansion gathers pace

CMA CGM has reflagged its fifth vessel under the Indian flag, aligning with India's push to expand its shipping fleet and strengthen its role in global maritime trade

Updated On: 22 Apr 2026 | 7:03 PM IST

Infra investments to grow 50% through FY28 despite West Asia crisis: Crisil

Crisil sees strong infrastructure investment growth through FY28 backed by policy support and balance sheets, though risks persist across renewables, roads and real estate

Updated On: 21 Apr 2026 | 9:33 PM IST

Railways mulls relief for container train operators hit by West Asia crisis

relief being considered so that long-term losses to operators can reflect in freight volumes

Updated On: 20 Apr 2026 | 10:57 PM IST

Govt responds to West Asia shipping insurance spike with ₹13k cr pool

The pool would cover all maritime risks like Hull and Machinery, Cargo, P&I and War risk, a statement by the cabinet said

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 5:47 PM IST

New CSMT-Kurla rail lines: Parliament's PAC flags poor execution

PAC report cites delays, idle resources and land acquisition hurdles in Mumbai rail project, urging reforms in planning and execution

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

Govt to provide ₹10,000 cr support for cities under ₹1 trillion Urban Fund

Government allocates Rs 10,000 crore for capacity building and credit guarantees under Urban Challenge Fund to help cities access market financing

Updated On: 15 Apr 2026 | 9:10 PM IST

Govt rationalises fees for overloaded vehicles on National Highways

Government brings in a graded penalty system for overloaded vehicles on national highways, with fees up to four times the base rate to improve compliance and reduce road damage

Updated On: 14 Apr 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

Delhi-Dehradun expressway to spur tourism boom in Uttarakhand: PM Modi

Modi said that the expressway is set to significantly reduce travel time and costs for commuters, leading to substantial fuel savings and lower freight charges

Updated On: 14 Apr 2026 | 11:03 PM IST

West Asia crisis must not become opportunity to profiteer: Sonowal

Shipping minister asks maritime players to avoid profiteering amid West Asia crisis, ensure transparency in charges and faster cargo clearance at ports

Updated On: 10 Apr 2026 | 9:42 PM IST

Operators not passing on port relief to exporters, says regulator

Regulator asks operators to pass on benefits directly and seeks proof of higher insurance costs, warning action over unjustified charges

Updated On: 09 Apr 2026 | 11:20 PM IST

Govt's new shipping ventures may see split SCI entities' reunion

SCI needs approx ₹6,000 crore to invest as equity in Bharat Container Line, oil tanker biz with OMCs

Updated On: 01 Apr 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Railways freight grows 3.3% in FY26 as coal cargo records rare contraction

Indian Railways missed its FY26 freight target by about 30 mt as coal cargo declined, even as overall freight volumes and earnings grew

Updated On: 01 Apr 2026 | 11:35 PM IST

NHAI builds 5,313 km highways, beats FY26 construction target by 15%

NHAI constructed 5,313 km of highways in FY26, surpassing its target by 15 per cent, while capital expenditure crossed ₹2.44 trillion

Updated On: 01 Apr 2026 | 9:44 PM IST