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Dhruvaksh Saha

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.

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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Namo Cities: Delhi's decongestion dream faces the test of execution

Experts flag coordination gaps as Centre bets on transit-led satellite hubs

Namo Cities: Delhi's decongestion dream faces the test of execution
Updated On : 18 Jun 2026 | 10:59 PM IST

Iranian oil may return to India as US-Iran peace boosts Chabahar project

The proposed US-Iran agreement could revive India's crude imports from Iran, improve energy security and provide renewed momentum to the strategically important Chabahar Port

Iranian oil may return to India as US-Iran peace boosts Chabahar project
Updated On : 18 Jun 2026 | 10:41 PM IST

India charts course for homegrown maritime insurer blueprint: Study

India faces $45-60 mn foreign outflows in P&I costs, according to a govt study

India charts course for homegrown maritime insurer blueprint: Study
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 11:20 PM IST

US, Iran sign peace MoU to end 108-day war; Hormuz hopes set sail

Energy supplies via the Strait to resume slowly after formal deal on Friday

US, Iran sign peace MoU to end 108-day war; Hormuz hopes set sail
Updated On : 16 Jun 2026 | 12:16 AM IST

DG Shipping asks carriers to restrict Indian seafarers deployment in Hormuz

DG Shipping has advised shipping companies to restrict deployment of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf region amid escalating security risks and attacks on commercial vessels

DG Shipping asks carriers to restrict Indian seafarers deployment in Hormuz
Updated On : 15 Jun 2026 | 7:01 AM IST

Shipping Min to nudge for U-turn on SCI divestment amid maritime push

Cabinet nod needed to remerge Shipping Corp with land arm

Shipping Min to nudge for U-turn on SCI divestment amid maritime push
Updated On : 12 Jun 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

PM Modi seeks time-bound goals for Viksit Bharat as global risks rise

PM Modi urged states to set 100-day and long-term targets for Viksit Bharat 2047, stressing energy self-reliance, skilling, AI readiness and better governance

PM Modi seeks time-bound goals for Viksit Bharat as global risks rise
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 11:40 PM IST

Coordinating with stakeholders on safety after recent attacks: Sonowal

The Centre is working with the MEA, Indian Navy, foreign missions and shipping companies to safeguard Indian seafarers amid escalating maritime security concerns

Coordinating with stakeholders on safety after recent attacks: Sonowal
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 10:17 PM IST

JNPA India's top container port in 2025, 22nd globally: World Bank

Container Port Index shows Mundra down 5 ranks, Pipavav best private port in India

JNPA India's top container port in 2025, 22nd globally: World Bank
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 8:23 PM IST

Cabinet approves ₹2,169 crore Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2A linking airport

Six-kilometre corridor to improve connectivity to Ahmedabad airport, support major sporting events and integrate with rail, bus and bullet train networks

Cabinet approves ₹2,169 crore Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2A linking airport
Updated On : 10 Jun 2026 | 9:06 PM IST

Centre's ₹19k crore Bengal maritime plan expected to generate 62k jobs

West Bengal's ₹19,209-crore maritime pipeline aims to boost the blue economy, strengthen logistics and create over 62,000 jobs

Centre's ₹19k crore Bengal maritime plan expected to generate 62k jobs
Updated On : 04 Jun 2026 | 9:48 PM IST

IRCTC turns to AI-powered monitoring to improve train food hygiene

The AI setup is part of the newly established War Room at IRCTC's Delhi headquarters, and is aimed at fostering predictive interventions, according to Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Kumar Jain

IRCTC turns to AI-powered monitoring to improve train food hygiene
Updated On : 03 Jun 2026 | 11:36 PM IST

Cabinet okays ₹9.5K crore scheme for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCR

Transporters welcome government support but await clarity on fate of existing fleet

Cabinet okays ₹9.5K crore scheme for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCR
Updated On : 03 Jun 2026 | 11:21 PM IST

Centre seeks state funding support for urban NH decongestion projects

States can choose from four funding models, including sharing land acquisition costs, to support ring roads, bypasses and elevated corridors around cities

Centre seeks state funding support for urban NH decongestion projects
Updated On : 02 Jun 2026 | 10:10 PM IST

Govt explores commercial vehicle driver rating index for skill assessment

The government is exploring a driver rating system and new EV trucking frameworks to improve logistics efficiency and road safety

Govt explores commercial vehicle driver rating index for skill assessment
Updated On : 29 May 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

Indian Railways approves rollout of first hydrogen-powered train

Indian Railways has approved its first hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route even as experts caution over the technology's costs and scalability

Indian Railways approves rollout of first hydrogen-powered train
Updated On : 27 May 2026 | 11:41 PM IST
Hyderabad Metro gets Indian Railway Finance Corp lifeline after L&T exit
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 10:24 PM IST

Exim cargo at India's ports fell by 2% in April amid West Asia conflict

Coastal cargo keeps ports in the green, as crude, fertiliser woes show in cargo volumes

Exim cargo at India's ports fell by 2% in April amid West Asia conflict
Updated On : 24 May 2026 | 11:36 PM IST

RITES to continue West Asia foray, war impact not substantial: Rahul Mithal

RITES will continue expanding in West Asia despite regional conflict, betting on IMEC-linked opportunities and digital trade corridor projects

RITES to continue West Asia foray, war impact not substantial: Rahul Mithal
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

Transporters' body announces 3-day 'chakka jam' in NCR over rising levies

AIMTC has called a three-day suspension of commercial vehicle operations in Delhi-NCR over rising levies, fuel costs, and regulatory restrictions

Transporters' body announces 3-day 'chakka jam' in NCR over rising levies
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 10:55 PM IST