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India’s TMT steel market remained firm on October 26, 2026, with prices across Mumbai, Delhi-NCR and Vizag ranging from ₹63,250 to ₹65,700 per tonne. Stronger primary-market demand, low distributor inventories, mill order backlogs and maintenance-related production constraints are supporting prices, although RINL’s resumed TMT rolling operations could gradually improve regional availability.

A damaged pedestrian footbridge in Kochi remains unrepaired after a vehicle collision, forcing thousands of citizens to make dangerous road-level crossings and sparking protests demanding immediate restoration.

Cheriyappilly Bridge on National Highway 66 remains without functioning streetlights for months, causing vehicle collisions and severe safety risks for pedestrians due to darkness and overgrown vegetation.

The detailed project report study for the Kochi elevated highway will restart following an NHAI push. Additionally, Rs 7.45 crore has been approved for drainage works to combat waterlogging.

The Champannur railway overbridge project remains stalled due to pending Kerala government financial approval and land acquisition for approach roads, delaying solutions for severe traffic congestion and safety risks.

To tackle the rising stray cattle crisis causing traffic disruptions and accidents, authorities are seeking a private agency for rescue operations, shelter management, and veterinary care.

National Waterway-5 faces critical hurdles across its 588-km corridor, requiring coordination on land, water depth, and infrastructure before aiding Odisha's ports.

Nashik's Diwali shopping surged as industries disbursed up to Rs1.25 lakh in bonuses to nearly one lakh workers, driving heavy retail, garment, and automobile demand across the city.

Delhi authorities seized 7,000 kg of rotten khoya at Mori Gate during a festival drive. Officials tested 44 samples, finding 35 failed, highlighting widespread food adulteration concerns ahead of the festive season.

Nashik will begin trial operations of 1,500 CCTV cameras after Diwali, paving the way for a 5,500-camera surveillance network to manage crowds and security for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027.