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Over the next decade, India could see a rapid electrification of public transport, logistics, and affordable mobility. Rising renewable-energy capacity also improves the long-term economics of EV charging.
Petroleum Ministry says fuel, LPG stocks adequate amid global supply disruptions; urges citizens to conserve energy
India's Petroleum Ministry confirms stable fuel supplies despite global energy challenges. Crude oil inventories are secure, refineries operate at peak capacity, and no fuel shortages are reported nationwide. The government urges citizens to conserve fuel by using public transport, carpooling, and opting for electric vehicles. These measures aim to ease the nation's economic burden and reduce import dependence.
Railways clears 2 projects in northwest Delhi to reduce congestion: CM
The Railways has approved crucial infrastructure projects for northwest Delhi. Widening of the Haiderpur-Badli rail overbridge will ease Mukarba Chowk traffic. An elevated loop connecting Shalimar Bagh and Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar also received approval. These projects aim to significantly reduce congestion and improve connectivity. The Delhi government is committed to developing a modern transport network.
Govt approves ₹23,437 crore railway expansion across 6 states
The Union Cabinet has approved three major railway projects costing over ₹23,000 crore. These projects will add nearly 900 km to the Indian Railways network. They aim to reduce traffic congestion and boost capacity. This will improve connectivity across several states. The enhancements will also support the transport of essential goods and reduce logistics costs.
Jharkhand CM Soren flags 'unacceptable condition' of Chandil–Tata railway section
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has expressed concern over the 'unacceptable condition' of the Chandil–Tata rail section, highlighting consistent hours-long delays for passenger trains over the past two years. He urged Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to prioritize passenger services and expedite infrastructure projects, questioning the railway's priorities regarding passenger time versus freight transport.
India craves a sweet fix for crude addiction. Can it work?
India is rapidly expanding its use of ethanol, a sugar-based fuel. This strategy aims to cut reliance on imported crude oil and boost farmer incomes. Recent policy changes support higher ethanol blends in vehicles and even aviation fuel. The nation is moving towards E20 and exploring E100. This push is a coordinated effort across agriculture, energy, and transport sectors.
Road ministry raises construction timelines for NH projects to up to six years
These normative construction periods will be applicable for all national highway projects to be bid out either on engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) mode, hybrid annuity model (HAM) or build-operate-transfer (BOT) mode on or after May 6, 2026, the ministry of road transport and highways said in a circular issued on Monday.
Tata Motors bags orders for over 5000 buses and chassis
Tata Motors has secured significant supply orders for over 5,000 buses and chassis from various state transport undertakings nationwide. These diverse orders, including Magna and Starbus models, will be deployed across multiple states for intercity and intracity operations. This achievement underscores Tata Motors' leading role in shaping India's public transportation future.
Japanese stocks fall for second day as oil surge and weak yen concerns weigh on sentiment
Oil prices surged amid disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict after Irans new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, pledged to keep the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed while escalating attacks on regional oil and transport infrastructure.
Niraj Cement Structurals gains on bagging Rs 80-cr contract from MoRTH
Niraj Cement Structurals added 1.43% to Rs 29.15 after the company has announced that it has secured a work order worth Rs 80.12 crore from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Road ministry to come up with graded point system on driving licences to track offences
The move is one of the many initiatives being undertaken by the ministry of road transport and highways across road engineering, automobile engineering and behavioural changes to curb road accidents which has touched 5 lakh a year with annual fatalities at over 1.8 lakh, road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadakari said at the 3rd National Conclave on Road Safety, organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on Thursday.
Smallcap AI shares locked in 20% upper circuit on US transport agency deal
Shares of XTGlobal Infotech hit the 20% upper circuit at Rs 33.18 on the BSE after the company secured an AI Enablement for Engineering Services contract from a US-based state transportation agency. The six-month engagement is valued at about $796,900. Managing Director Ramarao Atchuta Mullapudi said the win strengthens its transportation vertical and US public sector presence.