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In Gujarat, after fake government offices, now a fake toll plaza

Gujarat Police book 5 for running fake toll plaza to help vehicles bypass genuine one & charge less. Accused reportedly collected ₹75 crore from vehicles over a year. Retired IPS officer claims ₹82 crore collected in 18 months. Strict action to be taken against guilty.

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023

Expedite steps to complete centrally sponsored projects, says Rahul

MP Rahul Gandhi urged Wayanad district admin to expedite Centrally sponsored projects. PWD officials said 11 roads sanctioned, 5 completed, tendering for rest. Mr. Gandhi directed NHAI to widen Thamarassery Ghat section, improve infra at Mananthavady Medical College. DISHA meeting assessed progress of Ayushman Bharat, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Swachh…

The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023

Chennai elevated bypass to be re-laid

Chennai elevated bypass to be re-laid

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Delhi chief secy vs The Wire: Court tells portal to take down ‘defamatory article’ over land deal

The Delhi High Court today directed news outlet The Wire to pull down its article on Delhi chief secretary Naresh Kumar, pointing to a potential conflict of interest in the land acquisition by the NHAI for the Dwarka Expressway project, Bar and Bench reported. 

Newslaundry · Nov 22, 2023

NH 66 development: Samithi to intensify agitation

Janakeeya Samithi intensifies agitation to demand publication of EIA and SIA reports for Edappally-Muthakunnam NH 66 corridor. NHAI must ensure drains don't block access, build service roads and underpasses. MP Hibi Eden icalls for elevated highway to avoid land acquisition.

The Hindu · Nov 21, 2023

NHAI projects switching over to BhoomiRashi portal

NHAI is implementing ₹40,000 crore worth of projects via BhoomiRashi portal, which allows for all processes from basic project details to payment to be carried out online. The portal makes the process transparent and accessible to officials, with payments made directly to the landowner's account. A workshop was conducted to…

The Hindu · Nov 21, 2023

NHAI team inspects flyover works in Rajamahendravaram

NHAI team led by Anil Chowdary and MP Margani Bharat inspect progress of Morampudi flyover in Rajamahendravaram. Construction likely to be completed by Jan end. 5 flyovers sanctioned on NH by Ministry of Road Transport.

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023

Uncertainty prevails over Edappally-Aroor elevated highway

Uncertainty looms over Edappally-Aroor elevated highway on NH 66 Bypass due to Centre yet to reinstate it in Bharatamala project. Delay in State govt taking call on GST/royalty waiver and 25% land acquisition cost may further delay the busiest NH stretch in Kerala. NHAI to include stretch in Bharatamala once…

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

NGT orders NHAI to conduct environmental impact assessment to minimise loss of Chevella Banyans

NGT orders NHAI to conduct EIA study to minimise tree loss for NH 163 expansion between Hyderabad and Bijapur. MoEF to issue terms of reference and complete process in 4 months.

The Hindu · Nov 7, 2023

Madras High Court dispenses with personal appearance of former Chennai Collector in suo motu contempt proceedings

. Madras High Court dispenses with personal appearance of former Collector J. Vijaya Rani in suo motu contempt proceedings. AAG informs court she is on election duty in another State. Judge directs IAS officer to appear on Dec 11 & directs NHAI Project Director to file report on orders passed…

The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023