Leveraging Asset Value
GMR divests stake in airport business
About six years ago, GMR Infrastructure Limited (GIL) resorted to what it referred to as an “asset light, asset right” approach. At the time, the ...
- Smooth Take-Off Fourth international airport opens in Kerala
- Sector Review Aiming to become the third largest aviation market by 2025
Dispute Resolution
Weighing the need for a construction law in India
Construction projects across the globe are faced with disputes. These disputes may arise due to a number of factors such as delays in project implemen...
- New Possibilities Using waste material for road construction
- Taking Wing NABH Nirman and Vision 2040 to drive airport construction
Reviving E&P
Policy improvements and new bidding rounds to provide an impetus
India’s energy sector has witnessed strong growth in recent years as a result of economic expansion, growing population and large-scale urbanisation...
- Choking Cities Immediate measures needed to make air breathable for citizens
- Overwhelming Response DSF Round II witnesses far greater participation than anticipated
Fresh Hope
Cabinet approves relief measures for thermal and hydro segments
It was a month of hectic policy action for the power sector. The government made two key policy announcements aimed at alleviating stress for both the...
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Changing Dynamics
Government initiatives and schemes bring new opportunities for private players
The government, over the past few years, has stimulated the process of reviving the water supply and waste management segments through programmes such...
- Alternative Supply Desalination proves to be a commercially viable drinking water model
- New Areas of Focus Significant opportunities in sustainable water and waste management
Cities of the Future
Telecom players step in to build smart infrastructure
When the government announced its Smart Cities Mission in June 2015, the move elicited excitement and scepticism in equal parts. On the one hand, the ...
- Interview with Sanjay Kumar “BSCDCL has been a pioneer in rolling out many unique, innovative and impactful projects”
- Mission Update Some progress made, but miles to go
New Heights
Experience so far, unresolved issues and future potential
Significant developments have taken place in the road sector over the past few years. The announcement of the ambitious Bharatmala programme marked an...
- Reality Check Greenfield ports progressing at snail’s pace
- Contractor Perspective Experience, concerns and outlook
Bridging the Brahmaputra
India’s longest rail-cum-road bridge inaugurated in Assam
With the commissioning of the 4.94 km Bogibeel bridge in Assam, India completed its longest rail-cum-road bridge, which is also Asia’s second longes...
- Views of Shailendra Jaiswal “Making local, going global”
- Sector Review Some expectations met, but miles to go
Plumbing New Depths
Operators look for solutions to cope with debt
The dynamics of the Indian telecom service industry have changed dramatically since the launch of services by Reliance Jio in September 2016. After a ...
- Cloud Pays Off Improves telcos’ operational efficiency and adds new revenue stream
- Streaming on Demand OTTs disrupt the traditional cable TV market
Smooth Sailing
Strong government support, but much remains to be done
Over the past few years, the port sector has undergone significant changes. There has been a surge in activity in terms of policies and regulations, i...
- Changing Hands Government sells 73 per cent stake in DCI
- Key Statistics Progress under the Sagarmala programme
