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PATNA (Metro Rail News): Patna Metro Project advanced as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the priority corridor of Patna Metro The Priority corridor of Patna Metro is a part of Blue Line and spans 3.6-km covering 3 stations.
Stations: Patliputra Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT), Zero Mile and Bhoothnath.
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Patna Metro Project is an under construction Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) for the city of Bihar. The Phase 1 of Patna Metro comprises two corridors and 24 stations.
Patna Metro Phase 1
Corridor
Route
Length
Total No of Stations
Line-1 (East โ West Line)
Danapur Cantonment โ Khemni Chak
16.86 km
14 Stations
Line-2 (North โ South Line)
Patna Junction Railway Station โ New ISBT
14.05 km
12 Stations
The Project is being developed under a Public Private Partnership Mode . The Patna Metro Project is estimated to cost Rs.13365.77 crore.
The Patna Metro Project is being executed by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). Recently DMRC awarded Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for Package PC-05 & 06 to Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC). To know more about this news: Click Here.
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PUNE (Metro Rail News): The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) has disclosed the list of bidders who have submitted proposals for undertaking electrical works and SCADA systems for the PCMCโNigdi extension of Pune Metroโs Purple Line
Tender Information
Parameter
Details
Tender ID
2025_MMRCL_1203985_1
Tender No.
P1A-TR-03/2025(R)
Tender ID
2025_MMRCL_1203985_1
Tender Authority
Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro)
Brief Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 25kV Flexible Overhead Catenary System, associated 25kV Sectioning Posts, 33kV Auxiliary Sub-Station (ASS), associated Cabling and SCADA Systems PCMC-Nigdi Elevated Extension of PMRP
Bidders Name
Bid Status
M/s Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd
Technically Qualified
M/s Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd
Technically Qualified
M/s Siemens Ltd
Technically Qualified
M/s Sterling & Wilson Pvt Ltd
Technically Qualified
The 4.41 km elevated extension will add four new stations between PCMC and Nigdi, and serve as a key link for residents of the developing Pimpri-Chinchwad area. It will ease the road congestion along the PuneโMumbai Highway.
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MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has announced that two bidders have submitted proposals to provide Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) Services for the Signalling and Train Control and Platform Screen Door (PSD) systems for Mumbai Metro Lines 4, 4A, 5, and 6.
The selected agency will be responsible for independently evaluating the design, installation, and functioning of the systems to confirm that they meet all required safety standards.
While MMRDA has confirmed the participation of two bidders, their names have not yet been disclosed. The list of bidders will be updated soon.
Tender Details
Opening Date
30 Jul 2025
Closing Date
30 Sep 2025
EMD
โน 10,30,000
Tender Id
2025_MMRDA_1205499_1
Tender No
CA 284
Contract Value: Rs.10.3 Crore
Contract Duration: 168 weeks
The scope of work under this contract includes the Independent Safety Assessment Services For Signalling And Train Control And Platform Screen Door Systems for Line 4 And 4a Line 5 And Line 6 Of Mumbai Metro Rail Projects.
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KOCHI (Metro Rail News): The Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has announced the list of bidders that have submitted their proposals for the escalator contract under Phase 2 of the Kochi Metro Project.
Phase 2 of the metro comprises a single corridor, the Pink Line, which stretches 11.2 km from JLN Stadium to Infopark II. This corridor will include 11 stations. The installation of escalators at these stations will play a crucial role in ensuring passenger convenience, accessibility, and safe movement across the infrastructure.
Tender Details
Sl. No.
Particulars
Details
1
Tender Id
2025_KMRL_787174_1
2
Tender No
KMRL/PROC/TENDER/2025-26/046
3
Tender Id
2025_KMRL_787174_1
4
Tender Authority
Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL)
5
Bid Security
โน 45,26,000
Brief Scope of Work: Design, Manufacturing, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning Of Heavy Duty Escalators For Phase II of The Kochi Metro Rail Project.
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MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has announced the list of bidders that have submitted their proposals for undertaking consultancy services related to the Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) of the MumbaiโAhmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project.
The selected consultant will be responsible for carrying out an independent and objective evaluation of all safety aspects across the entire project to ensure compliance with international standards and increase the overall reliability of Indiaโs first high-speed rail corridor.
Field
Details
Bid Security
Rs 1,38,50,000
Tender No
NHSRCL/CO/OS/ISA/2025/09
Tender Id
2025_NHSRC_237274_1
Tender Authority
National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL)
Contract Duration:
2558 Days
Scope of work: Selection of Consultant for Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) of Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project
Biddersโ Details
Firm
Status
Italcertifer S.P.A.
Accepted-Technical
AETHER Engineering Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Accepted-Technical
Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project
The MumbaiโAhmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project, also known as the Bullet Train Project, is Indiaโs first high-speed rail initiative, which is currently under construction. The corridor stretches 508 km between Mumbai in Maharashtra and Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The alignment includes a total of 12 stations, of which 8 are located in Gujarat and 4 in Maharashtra. The first section of the MumbaiโAhmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor is expected to become operational in 2027.
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In a significant move towards enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring financial sustainability of Indiaโs first Namo Bharat, NCRTC has expanded its power procurement through the Power Exchange (PTC India Ltd.) to include its drawl point at Muradnagar RSS in Uttar Pradesh, in addition to the one at Ghaziabad. This marks a progressive step in securing reliable and economical electricity for powering train operations and station infrastructure.
The drawl point, the Receiving Sub-Station (RSS) for Namo Bharat, serves as the interface through which electricity is drawn from the grid to support seamless train operations and commuter facilities. With both Ghaziabad and Muradnagar RSS now procuring power through exchange, NCRTC has strengthened its framework in cost-optimization and dependable power supply across the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor.
For the operations of Namo Bharat services, NCRTC requires approximately 326 million units of energy annually, amounting to a financial outgo of nearly โน250 crore per year. Energy expenses constitute about 30โ35% of NCRTCโs total operational expenditure, making power optimization a critical focus area. Procuring power through the exchange will help NCRTC cut costs, with savings of over โน3 crore a year already expected from the Ghaziabad drawl point alone. The expansion to Muradnagar RSS is expected to add further of similar amount to this initiative.
To facilitate this arrangement, NCRTC has partnered with PTC India Ltd (formerly Power Trading Corporation of India Limited) to buy electricity through the power exchanges. This arrangement is being implemented in coordination with Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited (UPPTCL), with which NCRTC has also signed an Connectivity agreement.
Sustainability is a key focus area of this initiative. Of the total electricity procured through the exchange, nearly 15% is targeted to be sourced from green energy annually including through exchange under Green Day Ahead Market(GDAM). This aligns with NCRTCโs broader commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing clean energy adoption as part of its vision for modern, eco-friendly regional mobility.
As the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor is being commissioned in phases, power procurement through the exchange will also be progressively scaled to cover other drawl points in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. Currently, 55 km of the corridor with 11 stations is operational, with the remaining sections scheduled for commissioning soon.
Through this expansion of exchange-based procurement, NCRTC continues to reinforce its focus on sustainable transportation, operational efficiency, and long-term economic viability, delivering reliable and affordable power for Indiaโs first Namo Bharat.
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INDORE (Metro Rail News): Indore Metro Rail Project progressed as Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $190 million loan to support the development of the Indore Metro.
Phase 1 of the Indore Metro features a single corridor, the Yellow Line which spans 33.53 km connecting Palasia – Railway Station – Rajwara – Airport – Bhawarsala – MR10 – Palasia.
The approved ADB loan will finance the construction of an 8.62-kilometer underground metro line with seven stations, connecting congested areas of Indore to the airport.
The total cost of the Indore Metro Project is estimated to be USD 1,200 million. The projectโs financing structure includes equal equity contributions from the Central Government and the Madhya Pradesh State Government and loans from multilateral agencies including ADB and the New Development Bank (NDB).
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Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) Project progressed as Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved the $299 million loan as the final tranche of the Multi-Tranche Financing Facility (MFF) on 30 September for the project.
ADB is financing the Delhi-Meerut RRTS project under its Multi-tranche Financing Facility (MFF) in a total of four tranches.
The Delhi-Meerut RRTS project has a total estimated cost of โน30,274 crore (around US$3.5 billion) which is supported by a multi-layered financing framework combining international development banks with central and state government contributions.
The estimated financing plan for the Delhi-Meerut RRTS Investment Project is summarised below.
Funding Source
Amount (โน Crores)
Share (%)
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
8,706.7
30.4%
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
4,150.0
14.5%
Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction
24.9
0.1%
Government
15,750.9
55.0%
Total Project Cost
28,632.5
100.0%
The Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor is a 82 km semi-high speed rail corridor which connects Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut. Currently the 55 km stretch of Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor between New Ashok Nagar and Meerut South covering 11 stations is operational.
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Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) to collaborate on large-scale railway and multi-modal transport infrastructure projects in India as well as international markets.
The MoU was signed in the presence of Arjun Dhawan, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of HCC, and Santosh Kumar Jha, Chairman and Managing Director of KRCL.
The agreement establishes a long-term partnership that leverages the complementary strengths of both organisations. The collaboration will focus on delivering comprehensive, end-to-end solutions across all aspects of transport infrastructure, including civil construction, track laying, signalling, electrification, MEP systems, operations, maintenance, and other vital components of modern mobility networks.
Commenting on the development, Arjun Dhawan, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, HCC, said, “By combining capabilities, we aim to expand our presence in both domestic and international markets while delivering fully integrated transport solutions that span civil construction and rail systems. As reported by Business Standard.
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Jindal Steel has successfully commissioned its เฅจเฅซเฅฆ MT Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) Converter at the Angul integrated steel plant, adding 3 MTPA of crude steelmaking capacity. With the first heat now tapped, the companyโs total capacity at Angul has risen from 6 MTPA to 9 MTPAโbringing Angul closer to its goal of achieving 12 MTPA within the current financial year.
The synchronised commissioning of Blast Furnace 2 and BOF Converter marks a significant milestone for Indiaโs steel self-reliance. This integrated flow into downstream mills ensures steady supplies of Indian-made steel for infrastructure, energy, Automotives, oil & gas and Real Estate sectors.
โThe new BOF is now running, and the first heat has been tapped. With this, Angul gains real muscle in steelmaking. Every tonne we produce here strengthens Indiaโs ability to rely on its own capacity,โ said Mr Naveen Jindal, Chairman, Jindal Steel.
About Jindal Steel
Jindal Steel is one of Indiaโs foremost integrated steel producers, renowned for its scale, efficiency, and commitment to excellence. Operating on a robust mine-to-metal model, the Company leverages captive resources, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and a global distribution network to deliver high-performance steel solutions. With an investment footprint exceeding USD 12 billion, Jindal Steel runs state-of-the-art facilities in Angul, Raigarh, and Patratu, and maintains strategic operations across India and Africa. Its diversified and future-ready product portfolio underpins core sectors such as infrastructure, construction, and manufacturing, powering progress through strength and sustainability.
