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The central government has often reiterated its focus on construction, particularly infrastructure development. The National Infrastructure Pipeline and the government’s flagship construction programmes Bharatmala and Sagarmala Pariyojana, the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, the […]
The Indian construction equipment (CE) market, seen as the third-largest globally, is now valued at $10 billion. With consistent government investments and a strong focus on technological innovations, the CE sector is playing a crucial […]
Poonam Verma Sengupta, Partner, and Ananya Kumar, Partner, J. Sagar Associates The Indian construction industry plays an important role in the country’s economic growth. It often presents complex disputes arising from large-scale infrastructure projects. These […]
India has consistently focused on improving its infrastructure, with road connectivity being a cornerstone of infrastructure development. In line with this, the recent inauguration of the Z-Morh Tunnel stands out as a transformative road project […]
India’s construction sector is witnessing significant growth as it moves towards becoming a $1.4 trillion market by 2025, as per industry estimates. In line with these ambitious targets, recent years have seen a remarkable rise […]
The government’s emphasis on infrastructure development is driving the construction sector towards new advancements. Its vision to develop “world-class modern infrastructure” is paving the way for more efficient construction practices. Construction companies are deploying innovative […]
India’s construction industry has experienced rapid growth over the years. According to the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation’s first advance estimates, the sector is expected to contribute around Rs 15.6 trillion to the gross […]
The centre has announced the approval of three major infrastructure projects worth Rs 33.30 billion to improve connectivity in Bihar and Jharkhand. In Jharkhand’s Dhanbad district, two six-lane elevated flyovers on NH-19 at Barwa Adda-Panagarh […]
Larsen and Toubro has recently launched a second multi-purpose vessel (MPV) for the Indian Navy from its Kattupalli Shipyard near Chennai. The first MPV, INS Samarthak, was launched three months prior to the introduction of […]
India’s rising fiscal deficit and debt-to-GDP ratio have long highlighted the need for increased private investments in infrastructure. Furthermore, the country’s ever-evolving infrastructure development landscape has made exploring new financing mechanisms all the more urgent […]
India’s urban infrastructure sector faces a critical challenge due to a persistent shortfall in revenue levels compared to the growing needs of its expanding cities. Despite the high investment needed for the development and maintenance […]
In the Indian investment landscape, infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs) and real estate investment trusts (REITs) have steadily gained traction and are finding a place in investors’ portfolios. Broadly, investors have expressed satisfaction with the performance […]
Lenders are now prioritising shorter tenors and funding completed projects, aiming to avoid construction risks. Refinancing has also gained prominence. At a recent India Infrastructure conference, industry experts shared their insights on their experience in […]
The infrastructure financing landscape in India has evolved significantly, driven by the participation of domestic and global financiers. A supportive policy and regulatory environment has further enhanced its appeal. At a recent India Infrastructure conference, […]
India’s transport infrastructure is growing rapidly, backed by continued budgetary support, a favourable policy environment and an inflow of private sector capital. Flagship government programmes such as Bharatmala Pariyojana, Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)-Ude Desh ka […]
India’s infrastructure financing landscape has undergone a transformation, progressively moving beyond traditional budgetary sources towards more sophisticated and innovative strategies. Historically, critical infrastructure sectors such as roads, railways, ports, and urban rail have relied on […]
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