Rail history gets a reset: minister shares authentic image of thane’s first train bridge
In a move that has struck a chord with railway enthusiasts and historians alike, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday- April 16, on the occasion of 173 years of Indian Railways, shared what is believed to be one of the oldest available authentic images of the historic Thane railway bridge and an early train. […]
Coal ministry to launch 15th round of commercial coal mine auctions on 17 April in Mumbai
The government will launch the 15th round of commercial coal mine auctions on 17 April 2026 in Mumbai, alongside a stakeholder consultation focused on ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat: Coal for Energy Security’, according to a statement by the Ministry of Coal on Thursday, 16 April. The event will be attended by Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt and […]
Indian navy holds first naval commanders’ conference 2026 in delhi, focus on future warfare and readiness
The first edition of the Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 commenced at Nausena Bhawan in New Delhi on Tuesday, 14 April, bringing together senior naval leadership, operational commanders and key staff from Naval Headquarters to review operational priorities and future strategy. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, in his inaugural address, highlighted the […]
India’s major ports gain global ground as vessel turnaround time nearly halves to 49.5 hours, nine enter top 100
India’s ports have nearly halved vessel turnaround time from 96 hours in 2014 to 49.5 hours in 2025, marking a significant improvement in operational efficiency and strengthening their global competitiveness, according to an official release. Vessel turnaround time refers to the total time a ship spends at a port from arrival to departure, including berthing, […]
Nhai pushes fastag data validation ahead of mlff rollout, flags need for accurate vehicle identification
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has directed all FASTag issuer banks to undertake immediate validation of Vehicle Registration Numbers (VRNs) linked with FASTags issued by them. The direction comes following complaints regarding mismatch between the VRN captured by FASTag readers and the registration number displayed on vehicles, according to a statement by the […]
India’s exports hit $860.09 billion in FY26, but rising imports keep trade deficit elevated
India’s total exports, including merchandise and services, reached $860.09 billion in FY 2025-26, registering a growth of 4.22% over $825.26 billion in FY 2024-25, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday, 15 April. Total imports during FY 2025-26 stood at $979.40 billion, marking a growth of 6.47% compared to […]
India releases urban challenge fund guidelines to mobilise ₹4 lakh crore for city infrastructure and mobility projects
The government on Wednesday, 15 April, launched the operational guidelines for the ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund along with the Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme, marking the formal rollout of a new urban infrastructure financing framework aimed at mobilising large-scale investment in cities. According to a statement by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, […]
RailTel secures orders worth ₹564.55 crore from RVNL for tunnel communication systems across 78.7 km section
RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. has received Letters of Acceptance (LoAs) from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) for two packages related to integrated tunnel communication systems. The combined estimated value of the two orders stands at ₹5,64,54,99,606, including taxes, according to the company’s regulatory filings on Tuesday, 14 April. The contracts involve the supply, installation, […]
India amends mineral concession rules to support self-sufficiency in iron ore supply
The government has notified amendments to the Mineral Concession Rules to provide a methodology for calculating the average sale price (ASP) of low-grade haematite iron ore, including Banded Haematite Quartzite (BHQ) and Banded Haematite Jasper (BHJ), according to a statement by the Ministry of Mines on Tuesday, 14 April. The Ministry of Mines notified the […]
Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project: Anand station slab casting, roof and façade structural works completed; cladding and staircase finishing in progress
Construction of the Anand Bullet Train Station has achieved significant progress, with slab casting across all three levels completed and major structural works now in place, according to the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL). NHSRCL is the implementing agency for the 508-km Mumbai-Ahemedabad bullet train project, which is India’s first high-speed rail corridor. […]