Work on the ambitious Thane–Borivali Twin Tunnel project is set to begin, with the deployment of ‘Nayak’, India’s largest single-shield hard rock Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM). The project, being executed by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), is expected to significantly improve connectivity between Thane and Borivali, cutting travel
Construction on a key segment of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail corridor has reached a significant milestone, with 5 kilometers of the 21-kilometer underground tunnel completed between Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and Shilphata. The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) confirmed that this section, spanning Ghansoli to Shilphata, has been excavated using
A long-awaited rail project aimed at directly connecting Mumbai’s western suburbs with the Konkan region has gained fresh momentum, with authorities initiating key land measurement and verification processes. The development marks an important step toward unlocking the next phase of construction for this strategic corridor. The proposed rail link, connecting
The long-delayed redevelopment of ageing LIC-owned buildings in South Mumbai has received a fresh push after Mangal Prabhat Lodha met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi, raising concerns about tenant safety and project delays. The move has brought renewed hope to nearly 10,000 residents living in dilapidated structures.
Mumbai’s Mumbai Metro Aqua Line is moving ahead with plans to develop a wide-ranging underground pedestrian tunnel network aimed at improving connectivity across south-central parts of the city. The initiative, led by Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited, will link key metro stations with nearby business districts, public spaces, and transport
The Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority has approved the bioremediation of the Deonar dumping ground, paving the way for its use in rehabilitating residents affected by the Dharavi Redevelopment Project. The decision allows for the treatment and removal of nearly 18.5 million tonnes of accumulated waste to make the land
Mumbai’s suburban rail network has received a significant boost with Western Railway and Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation successfully conducting a trial run of a 15-coach Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) at Virar station. The trial follows the completion of crucial platform widening and extension works under the Virar–Dahanu Road quadrupling project.
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has achieved a record-breaking property tax collection of Rs 876 crore for the financial year 2025–26, marking its highest annual revenue since inception. The milestone has been attributed to a mix of strict enforcement measures, technology-driven initiatives, and taxpayer-friendly schemes aimed at boosting compliance. The
A long-persistent rail infrastructure issue in Mumbai’s Bandra corridor has finally been resolved, bringing much-needed relief to millions of suburban commuters who face annual disruptions during the monsoon. The upgrade is expected to significantly curb flooding along a crucial stretch of the Western Railway, one of the city’s busiest transport
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority is set to roll out a series of major transport initiatives on April 7, following a brief postponement of the earlier schedule. The event will include the inauguration of two Metro corridors and the foundation ceremonies for key projects aimed at transforming connectivity across
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