Infrastructure & Construction News Today

National highway project awards surged 62.9% to 2,236.3 km in the first half of FY27, while electronic toll collections rose 24.1% to 225.2 crore transactions, according to MoSPI data.

India and Japan held the 12th Joint Working Group session to collaborate on modern, sustainable road infrastructure, advanced construction technologies, and digital road management to boost economic growth.

The Construction Federation of India celebrated its Silver Jubilee, marking 25 years of infrastructure growth, focusing on technology, project delivery, and sustainable development for the country's future.

The Government of Maharashtra has invited tenders for civil works in Dahiwal Taluka, Malegaon, under the 15th Vitt Ayog. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026, with an EMD of ₹11,000.

The Government of Maharashtra has invited tenders for architectural consultancy services to prepare a site management plan for Laling Fort in Dhule, estimated at ₹0.15 crore.

L&T partnered with IIT Madras-backed TuTr Hyperloop on October 14, 2026, to explore advanced transportation systems, vacuum tube infrastructure, and freight logistics across India without confirmed contracts yet.

Namma Metro services in Bengaluru are extended until 1:30 am to accommodate fans attending the T20 cricket match, with special timings and QR code integration for seamless travel.

Nashik's Rs 9.82 crore Gangapur dam dead storage water project is delayed by two months after receiving zero bids. A fresh tender will be issued soon to meet rising demand.

Authorities prioritize crowd control, sanitation, and infrastructure for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027, expecting four to five times larger gatherings with targeted completion of civic works by mid-2027.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Railways has selected 21 issues, including safety, public facilities, freight diversification, and high-speed rail corridors, for examination during 2026-27 to improve railway operations.