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Nitin Gadkari looks to Japan for better roads in India: From advanced construction technology to safer tunnels and bridges, here's what was discussed- How did ancient Roman engineers make water flow uphill? The ingenious technology behind their aqueducts
- Mumbai’s water cut and supply gap persist as demand heads for a 57% rise by 2041
- Apples, cherries, dry fruits & handicrafts from Kashmir to reach Delhi & Mumbai faster? How Chenab Rail Bridge, Anji Khad Bridge & 272-km all-weather rail link are changing trade & travelThe Chenab Rail Bridge and Anji Khad Bridge have strengthened rail connectivity between Kashmir and the rest of India through the 272-km Ud...12 Oct, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
- Nitin Gadkari announces approval of Rs 993 crore for NH-10 development in SikkimUnion Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the approval of Rs 993.64 crore for the NH-10 development project. This project aims to upgrade the ...08 Oct, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Vande Bharat races across world’s highest Chenab & first cable-stayed Anji bridges at 100 kmph as Katra-Banihal speed limit rises from 75 to 100 kmphVande Bharat milestone: The maximum permissible speed on the 111-km Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-Banihal railway section has been increased...03 Oct, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
- Built from 1837 to 1842, New York's Croton Aqueduct carried water 41 miles on gravity alone, dropping 13 inches a mile; it supplied the city for 113 yearsSince the launch of the Croton Aqueduct in 1842, the landscape of clean water access has evolved significantly, tackling severe health cris...26 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- In 1930, Detroit and Windsor opened an underwater road tunnel; 96 years later, the mile-long crossing still serves motorists between the two citiesThe Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, inaugurated in 1930, serves as a vital conduit for both commuters and tourists alike, linking the bustling city...25 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- In 2016, Washington opened a 7,708-foot highway bridge that floats on Lake Washington; it broke the world record held by the bridge it replacedIn 2016, Washington opened the Evergreen Point Floating Bridge, a 7,708-foot engineering marvel spanning Lake Washington between Seattle an...23 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- In 1927, New York opened the Holland Tunnel with an innovative ventilation system; 84 fans still move air through its 8,500-foot twin tubesNearly a century after opening, the Holland Tunnel's original ventilation system, 84 fans across four buildings, still keeps drivers safe f...23 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- In 2018, China opened a crossing linking Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macao with bridges and an undersea tunnel; the design avoided blocking major shipping lanes and airport flight pathsThe Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge spans an impressive 55 kilometers, seamlessly linking three bustling cities. Its highlight is a remarkabl...22 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- In 1976, New York suspended a tram over the East River because another subway tunnel was too expensive; the Roosevelt Island Tram still links the island to ManhattanConstructed in 1976, New York City's Roosevelt Island Tramway began as a temporary fix meant to serve until a new subway line was completed...22 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
- Short-term headwind or structural story: Which is important? 9 cement sector stocks with upside potential of up to 28%Are cement companies able to raise prices as the monsoon ends? Do those increases hold the way they have in recent years? The answers to th...21 Sep, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
- Banff used 6 vegetated overpasses to curb highway wildlife collisions along 82km of road; the result transformed fragmented wilderness into connected animal corridorsBanff used 6 vegetated overpasses to curb highway wildlife collisions along 82km of road. The crossing system includes six overpasses, 38 u...19 Sep, 2026, 05.38 AM IST
- GR Infraprojects shares drop 2% after terminating contract with NTPC. Here’s whyShares of GR Infraprojects fell 2% after the company issued a notice to terminate its contracts with NTPC for a Battery Energy Storage Syst...17 Sep, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
- IIT Madras researchers develop ‘morphing skin’ to prevent aircraft stallsIIT Madras researchers developed a novel morphing skin inspired by bird flight. This adaptive external skin dynamically reshapes in real ti...13 Sep, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
- Railway stocks: Over 2 years of correction; time to relook without bias? 7 stocks with downside to upside potential of -28% to 32%A sector-wide correction usually does one job. It takes the froth off and leaves the good businesses standing where they should be. The two...06 Sep, 2026, 07.04 AM IST
- Deeper digs, community care: Indian tunnel rescue team accelerates Chilime operations with Nepal ArmyAn Indian tunnel rescue team is working with the Nepal Army to drain the Chilime tunnel. Specialist personnel are digging deeper into the s...05 Sep, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
- India sends rescue teams, 68.5 tonnes of aid to flood-hit NepalIndia has sent 68.5 tonnes of relief materials and technical teams to Nepal. Specialized teams are assisting in search and rescue operation...30 Aug, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
- Nepal floods: Shashi Tharoor writes to S Jaishankar, calls for NDRF contingent, deployment of IAF choppersCongress MP Shashi Tharoor urged the government for more rescue resources. He requested a full NDRF contingent and heavy-lift helicopters f...29 Aug, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
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