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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.
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
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
Shipping minister asks maritime players to avoid profiteering amid West Asia crisis, ensure transparency in charges and faster cargo clearance at ports
Regulator asks operators to pass on benefits directly and seeks proof of higher insurance costs, warning action over unjustified charges
SCI needs approx ₹6,000 crore to invest as equity in Bharat Container Line, oil tanker biz with OMCs
Indian Railways missed its FY26 freight target by about 30 mt as coal cargo declined, even as overall freight volumes and earnings grew
NHAI constructed 5,313 km of highways in FY26, surpassing its target by 15 per cent, while capital expenditure crossed ₹2.44 trillion