Views of Suresh P. Manglani: “The gas sector in India has seen a monumental transformation over the years”
Gas is emerging as a critical component of the energy mix in the country. Government initiatives, regulatory reforms and significant investment in infrastructure have notably promoted its use over the years. The sector is seeing […]
Towards a Circular Economy: CBG emerges as a critical component in the waste-to-energy ecosystem
Compressed biogas (CBG) has steadily gained an important role in India’s energy mix. With a growing emphasis on adopting circular economy practices and accelerating the transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, CBG has […]
Demand Uptick: Industry perspective on key trends in the green hydrogen space
Driven by global demand, government incentives and technological progress, India is poised to emerge as a key player in the green hydrogen space, not only as a user of green hydrogen, but also as an […]
Structural Shift: Mapping India’s progress on electric freight highways
By Abhijeet Sinha, Program Director, National Highways for Electric Vehicles India’s electric highway story has reached a point where rhetoric must yield to arithmetic. The country is unlikely to meet its most ambitious early‑decade electric […]
Key Statistics: Road project pipeline
Key Statistics: Overview of upcoming road projects
Rising Investor Interest: Financiers’ perspective
With India crossing 250 GW of installed renewable capacity in 2025 and meeting its non-fossil fuel capacity target well ahead of schedule, the sector is entering a new phase of growth, marked by larger project […]
Clean Energy Funding: Key financial outcomes of COP30
The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), held in Belém, Brazil, marked a decisive shift in climate negotiations – from target-setting to financial delivery. Parties of the Paris Agreement agreed to a new collective quantified […]
Mobilising Capital: Growing investor interest in the infrastructure bond market
India’s infrastructure financing landscape is gradually evolving, with the bond market playing a greater role alongside traditional funding channels. Infrastructure bond issuance volumes have risen steadily over the past few years, supported by growing investor […]
Runway Realities: Need to prioritise airside infrastructure
In the aviation ecosystem, the most critical component remains largely invisible to passengers. While terminals, lounges and retail spaces dominate public perception and political narratives, the true state of Indian aviation is demonstrated through its […]
Strong Demand: Fleet expansion and policy reforms drive MRO market expansion
India’s maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) industry is on the cusp of significant expansion, driven by accelerating aircraft procurement, burgeoning air passenger traffic and strong policy support from the government. The country has emerged as […]
New Avenues: Growing focus on non-aeronautical revenue at Indian airports
Airports in India are increasingly becoming commercialised and transforming into full-fledged economic ecosystems. Relying solely on aeronautical revenue is proving to be a weak business model. Operators are therefore expanding the airport ecosystem to include […]
Power Priority: Energy security takes centre stage at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026
Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 opened at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, on March 19, 2026. The event was inaugurated by Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs; Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of New […]
IES Blueprint: India Energy Stack seeks to create an interoperable electricity ecosystem
Marking a significant step towards creating a digital public infrastructure (DPI) for the power sector, the Ministry of Power has released Version 0.3 of the India Energy Stack (IES) architecture and strategy documents. The strategy […]
Station Upgrades: Redevelopment efforts to create integrated, future-ready transport hubs
Indian railway stations are undergoing a transformation. Once characterised by dimly lit platforms, congested concourses and basic passenger facilities, they are now being reimagined as vibrant, world-class urban gateways. The change is not limited to […]
Unlocking Returns: Key imperatives to drive profitability in Indian Railways
By M. Vijayakumar, Joint Adviser, NITI Aayog The first public railway line utilising steam locomotives for passenger transport was established in England. George Stephenson’s rail system, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, commenced operations on September […]
Digital Ticketing: Building a future-ready AFC system for Mumbai Metro Line 1
Over the years, ticketing systems across Indian metro networks have progressed from manual, paper-based processes to advanced, integrated digital solutions, including tokens and smart cards that enable seamless travel across multiple modes of transport. Automatic […]
Views of Dr Vikas Kumar: “Delhi Metro’s impact extends well beyond mobility”
India is undergoing rapid urban transformation. With the urban population projected to reach nearly 600 million by 2030, pressure on cities to deliver efficient infrastructure, mobility and services is growing at an unprecedented scale. Urbanisation, […]
Optimising Energy Use: Aiming for cleaner, more cost-efficient and resilient metro networks
India’s metro rail systems are undergoing a structural shift towards integrated energy optimisation. Beyond merely expanding their geographic reach, they are rethinking how energy is consumed, generated and stored. This is driven by advances in […]
Maritime Expansion: Port development and shipbuilding initiatives in Maharashtra
With an extensive coastline spanning 877 km across seven districts, Maharashtra holds a strategic position along key global maritime trade routes in the Arabian Sea. The state’s maritime ecosystem is supported by strong connectivity infrastructure, […]
Views of Gaurav Dayal: “Infrastructure expansion remains a key priority for JNPA”
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) continues to focus on expanding infrastructure to support rising container traffic and larger vessel sizes. As one of the country’s largest container gateways, the port authority has undertaken various […]
