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Meta's $27 billion AI data center is causing chaos in small town Louisiana

In an era of globalization and corporate consolidation, the “pick-and-shovel” ripple spreads very differently. It’s testing assumptions about who actually benefits when a mega-project arrives in town.

The fight for Pune’s green heart: A city’s soul vs 6 minutes of saved commute

The fight for Pune’s green heart: A city’s soul vs 6 minutes of saved commute

For more than 40 years, Punekars have rallied to save Vetal Tekdi – the city’s highest hill, a green lung thick with trees, birdsong, and clean air. It’s where thousands walk and birds find rest. Each time the hill has faced the axe of development, citizens have risen in protest,…

What’s behind the rioting in Indonesia? And will the much-loathed political elite back down?

What’s behind the rioting in Indonesia? And will the much-loathed political elite back down?

For many Indonesians, the violent riots currently wracking Jakarta and other cities across the archipelago are eerily reminiscent of the riots of 1998 that accompanied the fall of former dictator Soeharto and his New Order regime after three decades in power.

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Jokowi wants to build a political dynasty in Indonesia. A once-pliant court and angry public are standing in the way

Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, whose final term in office ends on October 20, has presided over ten years of democratic regression in Indonesia.

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NHAI to take a call on elevated highway after announcement of LS poll results

NHAI to decide on constructing elevated highway on Edappally-Aroor NH 66 bypass post Lok Sabha poll results.

Road map getting ready for upgrading Kalamandalam into cultural university

A road map is getting ready for upgrading Kerala Kalamandalam, the State’s prestigious public institution preserving artistic heritage, into a State Cultural University

CAG says Kaleshwaram project cost likely to exceed ₹1.47 lakh crore as against ₹81,911 crore projected

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India reveals that the cost of the Kaleshwaram project is likely to exceed ₹1.47 lakh crore, highlighting deficiencies in the project's planning and execution.

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BRO to fence major portion of India-Myanmar border

BRO to fence major portion of India-Myanmar border

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) will fence a major portion of the strategic India-Myanmar border, and a 10 km stretch in Manipur has already been covered, a senior official said.

Thiruvananthapuram needs conventional metro rail system: Behera

Thiruvananthapuram needs conventional metro rail system: Behera

Thiruvananthapuram needs a conventional metro rail system as against the earlier proposal for a light metro, since the projected peak hour peak direction traffic (PHPDT) data for the ‘horizon’ year 2051 is 19,747 as per the newly conducted Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) for the city, Loknath Behera, Managing Director of…

Armed with a revised DPR, Kerala will renew campaign for a new dam at Mullaperiyar

Armed with a revised DPR, Kerala will renew campaign for a new dam at Mullaperiyar

Kerala to renew campaign for new dam at Mullaperiyar, complying with CWC guidelines, to replace 126-year-old existing one.

Swanky bus terminus at Sholinghur town will soon accelerate pilgrims’ progress

Swanky bus terminus at Sholinghur town will soon accelerate pilgrims’ progress

Ranipet's Sholinghur town to get modern bus terminus; ₹20-cr project to benefit 10-15 villages, pilgrims. DPR underway for new facility with waiting hall, bus bays, commercial complex, parking, public announcement system, LED lights, CCTV, ramps for disabled. Lodging facility to help pilgrims get budget accommodation, facilitate travel.

Uncertainty prevails over Edappally-Aroor elevated highway

Uncertainty prevails over Edappally-Aroor elevated highway

Uncertainty looms over Edappally-Aroor elevated highway on NH 66 Bypass due to Centre yet to reinstate it in Bharatamala project. Delay in State govt taking call on GST/royalty waiver and 25% land acquisition cost may further delay the busiest NH stretch in Kerala. NHAI to include stretch in Bharatamala once…

BWSSB to prepare DPR on utilising additional Cauvery water

BWSSB to prepare DPR on utilising additional Cauvery water

BWSSB to prepare DPR to utilise 6 tmcft of Cauvery water allocated to Bengaluru. The Karnataka govt. issued an order to use 24 tmcft of water, up from 18 tmcft. BWSSB Chairman said present infrastructure only sufficient for 18 tmcft. DPR to be prepared to assess ground, calculate quantum of…

DPR for 3rd and 4th rail tracks in Ernakulam-Shoranur corridor to be finalised in November

DPR for 3rd and 4th rail tracks in Ernakulam-Shoranur corridor to be finalised in November

By Nov-end, survey & allied works for 3rd & 4th tracks in congested 107-km Ernakulam-Shoranur rail corridor will be finalised. Track occupancy is over 120%.

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Master plan for Kozhikode mental health centre awaits government nod

Kozhikode's Govt Mental Health Centre to get ₹400-cr makeover. Plan submitted to State govt, 1st phase to cost ₹100 cr. To include admin block, paediatric psychiatry, family ward, canteen, toilet block, classrooms, auditorium. 2 yrs for completion, sewage treatment in 2nd phase. Trust formed in 2016, DPR by Mukesh Associates.…

Work on Edappally-Aroor elevated highway to begin in March 2024

NHAI to build 6-lane elevated highway over 16-km Edappally-Aroor NH Bypass in March 2024. DPR to be released in Dec. Elevated corridor may run parallel to flyovers at Palarivattom, Vyttila & Kundannoor. Will integrate with 13-km Aroor-Thuravur NH 66 stretch.

Netravathi Waterfront Development Project being taken up under Mangaluru Smart City Mission lacks transparency, clarity, say stakeholders

Netravathi Waterfront Development Project being taken up under Mangaluru Smart City Mission lacks transparency, clarity, say stakeholders

Between a dam and a wetland

PWD's ₹161-cr project to build check dam on Kazhuveli wetland, Villupuram, to convert it to freshwater lake, could spell disaster for bird sanctuary & biodiversity. Plan to recharge groundwater & store drinking water for Villupuram & Chennai. Dam blocks tidal inflow, affecting mangroves & migratory birds. NGT orders to cut…

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Mysuru-T. Narsipur, Mysuru-Nanjangud highway to be asphalted

Mysuru MP Pratap Simha announced ₹130 crore project to repair and asphalt Mysuru-T. Narsipur and Mysuru-Nanjangud highways. Special focus on blackspots and vegetation clearance to improve visibility. Proposal to convert Nanjangud-Gundlupet stretch to four-lane highway due to heavy traffic. DPR to be finalized, land ready for widening.

Mayor seeks commissioner’s transfer for putting off council meeting

Mayor Shivakumar seeks transfer of Mysuru City Corporation Commissioner for adjourning Council meeting without notice. Argues that Greater Mysuru is needed for better planning and waste management. MCC was preparing to submit DPR to govt and convince them on need for Greater Mysuru. Congress opposing idea.

DPR for integrated stormwater drain in Vellore to be prepared: Mayor

Vellore Corp. to construct integrated stormwater drain to end waterlogging. TNUIFSL to prepare DPR. Joint survey to be done. Drain to be designed based on topography. Councillors raised issues of water supply, sewage, roads, stray dogs, source segregation & wages. 157 works to be taken up in 4 zones at…

Detailed Project Report for Odisha’s first metro rail project submitted

Odisha’s first metro rail project, proposed recently, took another step forward after the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) submitted a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the 26 km-long first phase of the mass transit system with 20 stations.

NHAI awards tender for DPR on elevated highway project

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has awarded the tender to prepare a detailed project report (DPR) for constructing an elevated highway on the 16-km Edappally-Aroor NH Bypass.

DPR for PRASHAD scheme needs Chamundi Hills Development Authority’s nod, says H.K. Patil

Minister Patil visited Chamundi Hills on Mon. & discussed dev. works under PRASHAD. DPR for works to be taken up at ₹45 crore will be prepared. Govt. to make temple more attractive to tourists & devotees without compromising its identity. Govt. to improve basic amenities at pilgrim centres. Will discuss…

Sreedharan suggests another semi-high-speed rail corridor for Kerala

Semi-high-speed trains to cover Thiruvananthapuram-Kannur in 3.5 hrs. Stations every 30 km, max speed 200 kmph. DMRC’s 2015 DPR for high-speed rail to be built upon. Cost Rs 1 lakh cr. Land needed only during construction, and will be returned to landowners.

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