Development

Delhi govt to grant urban status to 48 villages, ending rural tag: CM Gupta

The Delhi government will grant urban status to the remaining 48 rural villages, paving the way for planned development, improved civic amenities and integration into the city's urban framework.

CM Satheesan envisages turning entire Keralam into an integrated port city

Keralam under the new UDF government is looking to build an integrated port-based logistics network in a way that the entire state becomes one single port city, Chief Minister V D Satheesan has said. In an interview with PTI Videos here on Friday, Satheesan laid out an elaborate vision for energising the state's economy with a series of projects and investments in aviation, maritime infrastructure, tourism, MSMEs, education and others. Some of his priorities include expanding the state's aviation and maritime sectors, while ensuring that the proposed share transfer involving Vizhinjam Seaport does not compromise the Keralam's interests or lead to a monopoly, he said. He said the UDF government had started work on a plan to connect the state's ports and make better use of its 600-km coastline. "We want to integrate all these ports and make the entire Kerala into a port city," he said, adding that work was progressing with the help of maritime and shipping experts. Referring to ...

Gurugram's transformation: From tehsil town to thriving business hub

Gurugram's rapid rise after liberalisation shows the power of private development, but also highlights the need for better urban planning and public infrastructure

Uttar Pradesh Private Business Park Development Scheme: How the model works

Uttar Pradesh Private Business Park Development Scheme: How the model works

Specialised sectors get a boost with land payment plan inclusion

RIICO has expanded its 10-year flexible land payment model to specialised sectors, aiming to attract investment, boost industrial activity and create jobs

First set of VC fund managers for ₹1 trillion RDI fund to be out soon

The government is set to announce the first cohort of nearly 20 VC firms selected to manage investments under the ₹1 trillion Research, Development & Innovation Fund

Industrial infrastructure gets fresh impetus with UPSIDA board approval

UPSIDA approves new industrial areas in Fatehpur and Ayodhya, backed by a ₹9,000 crore budget to boost manufacturing, investment, jobs, and industrial infrastructure

SC backs taxpayers, rules out GST on industrial lease rights transfer

The apex court dismissed the Centre's petitions against the Gujarat High Court ruling, holding that transfers of long-term GIDC industrial leasehold rights are not subject to GST

Welfare of citizens should be at heart of all reforms, says PM Modi

PM calls for convergence among youth-centric initiatives to tackle drug abuse

Purvanchal is emerging as a major investment hub, says Deepak Kumar

UP is positioning Poorvanchal as a major investment hub through industrial clusters, stronger connectivity, GCC incentives and sector-focused policies, says Deepak Kumar

Karnataka's next challenge will be to make growth inclusive statewide

Beneath its spectacular growth over the past three decades lies a stark historical imbalance that needs policy intervention policy pillars

Road to Viksit Bharat runs through a strengthened NIPUN Bharat

Doubling down on the National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy will yield long-lasting growth multipliers

RIICO moves to boost industrial growth and investor climate in Rajasthan

RIICO recovers over ₹100 crore in land allotment dues, with funds set to boost infrastructure and modern facilities across Rajasthan's industrial areas

Kolkata's revival depends on urban reform and revival, not industry alone

A revitalised Kolkata can once again become both the heart of the state and the growth engine of eastern India

4 Namo cities, 3 development zones: What NCR Regional Plan 2041 proposes

Draft NCR Plan 2041 proposes four greenfield Namo cities, a 30-minute transit network and new development zones as the region prepares to accommodate growing population

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

India's food systems need a reset for Viksit Bharat, rethink policy focus

The issue is no longer food availability; it is the absence of a coherent food systems approach

Budget 2026 impact: Focus is on healthy, skilled and empowered Indians

The budget reflects clarity, optimism, and a results-oriented approach aimed at fostering transparency and citizen engagement

Delhi CM announces over ₹200 cr development push for Kirari-Najafgarh

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday announced that projects worth more than Rs 200 crore are being launched in the Kirari-?Najafgarh belt, which will play a decisive role in resolving long-pending infrastructural challenges in the area. She was addressing the Tridev Conference of the BJP organised at Dichau Kalan in the Najafgarh area. Addressing the gathering, the chief minister described the 'Tridevs' -- Panna Pramukhs (in-charges of electoral-roll page), Booth Pramukhs and Shakti Kendra convenors -- as the backbone of the organisation. She said that the dedication and hard work of these workers over the years have played a pivotal role in accelerating development across the Kirari-Najafgarh region. Gupta emphasised that the Delhi government has prioritised the development of village and colony areas by providing adequate budgetary resources to all MPs and MLAs. As a result, major projects related to drains, roads, sewerage and other essential civic facilities have gained

Gera to invest ₹1,100 cr in new wellness-centric housing project in Pune

Realty firm Gera Developments will invest about Rs 1,100 crore to develop a new housing project in Pune as part of its expansion plan. In an interview with PTI, Rohit Gera, Managing Director of Pune-based Gera Developments Pvt Ltd, said the company has entered into wellness-centric homes, starting with an 8-acre upcoming project in Pune. "We have roped in Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan as brand ambassador for Gera's WellnessCentric Homes," he added. Elaborating on the first wellness-centric project, Rohit said the company will develop around 1,000 flats in the two phases of this 8-acre project. In the first phase, the company will launch around 500 units for sale, with a starting rate of around Rs 1.25 crore per unit. Asked about the project cost, Rohit said the investment would be around Rs 1,100 crore, including land. The land cost is fully paid, and the company plans to meet the construction cost from internal accruals. "We are planning to develop six more wellness-centric ho