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July 21, 2026 7:05 PM

NHAI opens national highway data to government research institutions to boost infrastructure innovation

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has unveiled a new framework to share National Highway infrastructure and operational data with premier government research institutions, a move aimed at accelerating innovation and promoting data-driven solutions for safer, more durable and cost-effective highway development. The initiative is expected to streamline academic collaboration by replacing the earlier system of signing separate Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for every research pr...

July 20, 2026 7:27 PM

NHAI launches digital local pass, ‘MargMitra’ Help Centre on RajmargYatra App

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has expanded the digital services available on the RajmargYatra mobile application by introducing a digital Local Pass facility and the MargMitra Help Centre, aimed at making National Highway travel more convenient and enhancing citizen-centric digital services. The new initiatives have been launched in line with the Government of India's Digital India vision and its focus on improving the ease of living through technology-driven public services. ...

July 20, 2026 7:07 PM

Rs 7,597-crore NH-63, NH-563 expansion to boost connectivity, trade and tourism in northern Telangana

The Union Cabinet's approval for the four-laning of key stretches of National Highway-63 and National Highway-563 is set to transform connectivity across northern Telangana, with the projects expected to improve mobility, strengthen trade and logistics, enhance tourism and support the region's agricultural and industrial economy. Approved by the Union Cabinet last month, the projects involve the four-laning of the Armoor-Jagtial-Mancherial section of NH-63 and the Jagtial-Karimnagar section of ...

July 19, 2026 4:04 PM

Rs 3,936-crore Khagaria-Purnea highway upgrade to boost Bihar’s farm economy and regional connectivity

The approval of four-laning of the Khagaria–Purnea section of National Highways 31 and 231 in Bihar, a major infrastructure project, is expected to strengthen the state's agricultural economy, improve flood-resilient connectivity and enhance links across eastern India. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) recently approved the project, which will be developed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) at an estimated cost of ₹3,936.05 crore. The highway upgrade is e...

July 19, 2026 4:01 PM

Rs 8,300-crore Rameshwar-Paradeep Coastal Highway to boost Odisha’s tourism, connectivity and economy

Odisha's coastline is set for a major infrastructure upgrade with the construction of the 160.18-km Rameshwar–Paradeep Coastal Highway, a project expected to significantly improve connectivity while giving a major boost to religious tourism, coastal tourism and economic development across the state's coastal belt. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) will develop the project at an estimated cost of ₹8,300.79 crore. The highway will pass through Khurda, Puri, Kendrapada and Ja...

July 13, 2026 11:13 AM

BRICS Transport Ministers adopt declaration on sustainable mobility, logistics cooperation under India’s Chairship

The 3rd BRICS Transport Ministers' Meeting concluded in Nagpur, Maharashtra on Saturday, with the adoption of a Ministerial Declaration outlining a common framework for strengthening transport cooperation among BRICS member countries across key sectors, including sustainable infrastructure, green mobility, aviation, logistics and railway research. Held under India's BRICS Chairship for 2026, the meeting marked a significant step towards deepening collaboration among BRICS nations on transport c...

July 11, 2026 3:55 PM

Nitin Gadkari calls for stronger BRICS cooperation to build sustainable and future-ready transport systems

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Saturday called for deeper cooperation among BRICS nations to develop transport systems that are sustainable, resilient, inclusive and future-ready, asserting that the grouping has the potential to shape the future of global mobility through innovation, partnership and shared responsibility. Addressing the 3rd BRICS Transport Ministers' Meeting under India's BRICS Chairship in Nagpur, Gadkari welcomed transport ministers, heads of ...

July 6, 2026 9:47 PM

Nitin Gadkari reviews NHLML projects, directs faster execution of multimodal infrastructure initiatives

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday reviewed the progress of key infrastructure projects being implemented by the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and called for the expeditious completion of multimodal infrastructure initiatives across the country. Chairing a review meeting in New Delhi, Gadkari assessed the project-level progress of Multi Modal Logistics Parks (MMLPs), ropeways, intermodal stations and way side amenities being developed...

June 22, 2026 5:05 PM

NHAI pushes for vehicle repair, puncture facilities at highway wayside amenities to improve commuter experience

In a move aimed at enhancing the travel experience on India's National Highways and Expressways, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has directed for the development of vehicle repair and puncture repair facilities at Wayside Amenities (WSAs) across the country. The initiative, spearheaded by National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML), a wholly owned subsidiary of NHAI, seeks to strengthen the availability of essential roadside services and provide timely assistance to c...

June 19, 2026 10:28 AM

Tata Motors joins Centre’s vehicle replacement scheme for Delhi-NCR, offers 8% discount on new trucks and buses

Tata Motors has joined the Government of India’s vehicle replacement initiative aimed at phasing out old and polluting commercial vehicles in the Delhi-NCR region, becoming the latest automobile manufacturer to partner with the Centre under the scheme. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Thursday between the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) and Tata Motors for the implementation of the programme. Under the agreement, Tata Motors will offer an 8 per cent discount ...