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"Hyderabad to become high-speed hub": Ashwini Vaishnaw announces 3 bullet train corridors for Telangana
Hyderabad is set to transform into a high-speed transportation hub with the upcoming three bullet train corridors. This ambitious project aims to connect regional economies and reshape the urban environment significantly. The Indian government has earmarked substantial funds for railway enhancements in Telangana. Furthermore, numerous railway stations nationwide are undergoing major renovations, with Secunderabad and Begumpet nearing completion in Telangana.
Battery Smart raises Rs 124 crore debt
Battery Smart secured debt funding to expand its battery swapping network. This investment will support infrastructure growth in urban and semi-urban markets. The company's model allows quick battery exchanges for electric vehicle users. Battery Smart currently operates over 1,600 stations in more than 70 cities. This funding boosts responsAbility's total commitment to Battery Smart significantly.
Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project 80% complete, first section to open in 2027: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The Surat to Bilimora section of India's first bullet train is projected to debut in 2027, representing a substantial milestone in the nearly finished Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also launched the third semiconductor factory in the nation today, alongside five crucial infrastructure developments designed to boost Ahmedabad’s urban transport and rail networks.
As food inflation bites, Nestle turns to smaller cities to drive growth
Nestle India is strategically focusing on tier-2 and tier-3 markets for growth, anticipating rising consumption in these areas. Despite facing uneven demand and rising commodity costs in FY26, the company is investing in rural and semi-urban markets to drive future consumption. Nestle India reported a nearly 15% domestic sales increase, driven by volume growth and market share gains, as it navigates a dynamic economic landscape.
Union Cabinet approves six-lane Dwarka tunnel, Kanpur-Kabrai highway worth Rs 14,115 crore
The Union Cabinet has greenlit two significant highway projects totaling over Rs 14,000 crore. A six-lane tunnel will soon connect Dwarka Expressway to South Delhi, easing congestion and boosting urban mobility. Additionally, a new greenfield highway will link Kanpur and Kabrai in Uttar Pradesh, promising faster travel and improved logistics for regional economic growth.
HUDCO Q1 Update: Loans sanctioned nearly double, disbursements up 28%; Stock up 2%
HUDCO has seen a sharp shift towards urban infrastructure financing, which now forms nearly 74% of the total loan book at the end of the previous financial year.
Corporate giants turn to urban regeneration as redevelopment race intensifies
India's largest corporate houses are increasingly focusing on urban regeneration, shifting real estate focus from land acquisition to redevelopment. Giants like Reliance, Adani and JSW are aggressively bidding for projects involving old housing colonies and slum rehabilitation in Mumbai.
Omaxe to plug Rs 6,200 cr in new dedicated hospitality vertical, plans 19 hotels in 5 states
Real estate giant Omaxe is launching a dedicated hospitality arm, planning 19 hotels across India within five years. The company will invest approximately Rs 6,200 crore, focusing on key urban centers and pilgrimage sites, with a significant presence planned in Uttar Pradesh. This expansion aims to integrate hospitality with existing developments and generate over Rs 1,000 crore in annual revenue upon stabilization.
Adani to build mini cities around six airports with ₹20,000 crore investment
Adani Airport Holdings plans to invest over ₹20,000 crore in the first phase of airport city projects across six airports, combining hotels, offices, retail, entertainment and convention centres into integrated urban hubs connected to major transport networks.
India's wireless subscriber base expands to nearly 1300 million in May 2026: TRAI
The number of wireless subscribers increased from 1288.96 million at the end of April 2026 to 1294.46 million at the end of May 2026. This expansion represents a monthly growth rate of 0.43 per cent for the country's wireless sector, according to a Telecom Regulatory Authority of India report, which highlighted steady upward movement across both urban and rural markets.
Lithium Urban bags investment from JSW Green Mobility, co eyes 3-fold growth in 2 years
Lithium Urban Technologies, backed by Eversource Capital, has secured a strategic investment from JSW Green Mobility to fuel a three-fold growth over the next two years. This move aims to boost the company's expansion in response to surging demand for sustainable, tech-driven mobility solutions.
Delhivery and Bajaj Auto partner for modernization of urban logistics
To deploy 200 Bajaj RIKI eCarts across its last-mile delivery network