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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.
West Asia bound vessels to benefit from coverage under Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool
MLFF tenders ongoing at 108 plazas, plan to cover 700+ in 2026
With manual operations becoming obsolete, many of Mundka's 75 staffers await clarity
Integration of Bengal into global supply chain one of BJP's election pitches
Former chief economic adviser Ashok Lahiri assumed charge as NITI Aayog vice-chairperson amid a major overhaul of the government policy think tank
Crisil said most delayed highway projects under the hybrid annuity model have received extension approvals as delays were beyond concessionaires' control
Multi-lane free flow system launched in Gujarat; Delhi will be next
Container vessels by SCI, Bharat Container Line dominate order plan
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
The minister also called out officials within the government who stall files on important projects
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
Molecular scientist Gobardhan Das, Science Secy Karandikar, and Aiims Director Srinivas now full-time members
India plans to divest its stake in Chabahar Port ahead of US sanctions expiry, balancing strategic interests with geopolitical and legal risks
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
Crisil sees strong infrastructure investment growth through FY28 backed by policy support and balance sheets, though risks persist across renewables, roads and real estate
relief being considered so that long-term losses to operators can reflect in freight volumes
The pool would cover all maritime risks like Hull and Machinery, Cargo, P&I and War risk, a statement by the cabinet said
PAC report cites delays, idle resources and land acquisition hurdles in Mumbai rail project, urging reforms in planning and execution
Government allocates Rs 10,000 crore for capacity building and credit guarantees under Urban Challenge Fund to help cities access market financing
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