Yogi Adityanath announces payout hike for Anganwadi workers; monthly honorarium raised to Rs 12,000, Rs 5 lakh health cover & 3 sareesUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced an increase in the monthly honorariums of Anganwadi workers and helpers. Workers wil...
09 Sep, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
In 2021, Missouri added just 1% waste plastic to a two-mile road, that tiny share consumed 10 tons, equal to 750,000 soda bottlesIn 2021, Missouri transportation officials discussed a road project that tested recycled plastic in asphalt pavement. Engineers from the Un...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
State oil companies lose up to 35% bulk diesel salesState oil companies are grappling with substantial bulk diesel sales losses as numerous large customers pivot to retail pumps to evade soar...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
After two-year slowdown, national highway project awards fast-trackedNational Highways Authority of India is accelerating project awards for the upcoming fiscal year. Seventy-two percent of identified project...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
Former Delhi chief secretary Rakesh Mehta commits suicide: OfficialsFormer Delhi chief secretary Rakesh Mehta, who served during Sheila Dikshit's tenure, allegedly died by suicide at his Noida residence on S...
08 Sep, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
A 1998 Texas experiment mixed printer toner into asphalt, and tests found it could make the mix strongerA recent study reveals that adding waste toner to asphalt binder can significantly improve its performance. With just a ten percent additio...
08 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Flood-hit Nepal races to rebuild bridges, restore vital road links with India, China supportNepal has sought temporary bridges from both India and China, which have responded positively. The floods, triggered by an ice-rock avalanc...
08 Sep, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
School holiday tomorrow, September 7, 2026: Will schools be closed due to heavy rain? Check state-wise updatesOn September 7, 2026, most schools across India will resume regular operations. However, heavy rainfall may lead to specific school closure...
06 Sep, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
In 2011, Colorado reused 134,000 tons of old asphalt in highway mixes; CDOT estimated the recycled material saved the state about $1.6 millionColorado's innovative approach to roadway construction has resulted in significant savings, repurposing old asphalt in new projects. By emb...
05 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for motorcade rehearsal ahead of BRICS Summit 2026Delhi traffic advisory: Police has issued an advisory for BRICS Summit 2026 motorcade rehearsal traffic diversions. Commuters faced regulat...
05 Sep, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Curing our broken, disturbing roads: NHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway projectsNHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway construction projects. This technology uses sensors and real-time data for precise road ...
04 Sep, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
Nitin Gadkari says private two-wheeler owners allowed to operate bike taxis, asks states to permit themUnion Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has urged state governments to allow bike taxis for private two-wheeler owners, saying the move...
04 Sep, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
KSRTC driver hugs, kisses bus on final day at work; farewell leaves social media emotionalKerala KSRTC driver Paul Kurian marked his retirement with an emotional farewell to the bus he had driven for years. After completing his f...
04 Sep, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
In 1997, Abilene collected 240 tons of waste glass for Antilley Road; Dyess Air Force Base crushed the glass at $9 a ton for two 750-foot test sectionsIn Abilene, Texas, an innovative project has integrated crushed glass from recycled bottles and jars into road construction. By blending gl...
04 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Bengaluru Pink Line Metro opening date update: When will Namma Metro’s new line start operations?Pink line metro Bangalore opening date news: Bengaluru’s Pink Line Metro is expected to begin passenger services in September 2026, with th...
04 Sep, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
₹25 ride: India’s bike taxis are cheap, fast and still fighting for a place on the roadBike taxis offer affordable, on-demand urban transport, bridging the last-mile connectivity gap. These services face regulatory hurdles des...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
US tariffs, supply chain disruptions have opened new markets: Gujarat CMGujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel views new trade agreements as beneficial for his state. He sees global supply chain disruptions as o...
01 Sep, 2026, 11.33 PM IST