Highway Builders Oppose End to Arbitration in Disputes
The National Highway Builders Federation opposes the road transport ministry's decision to end arbitration for disputes over Rs 10 crore, warning of financial risks.
The National Highway Builders Federation opposes the road transport ministry's decision to end arbitration for disputes over Rs 10 crore, warning of financial risks.
A tragic car accident on the Ahmedabad highway in Udaipur claimed the lives of four teenagers and left six others injured. The collision involved two vehicles near the city.
Industry bodies push for resolving ₹18.16 lakh crore in pending tax appeals to unlock capital and boost investor confidence ahead of Union Budget 2026.
A three-year-old boy and his nine-month-old cousin died after a speeding SUV hit their car on the Rajkot-Morbi highway. The family was returning from Uttaryan celebrations.
The government is developing a strategy to prevent highway contractors from easily obtaining court stays on debarment orders. New contract conditions will link eligibility to major project failures.
With rising litigation, mediation offers a cost-effective, informal solution for civil and family disputes. Recent pushes make this the perfect time to scale it up nationwide.
The 44-km Jhanji-Demow highway section in Assam remains only 64.66% complete after nearly a decade. Sivasagar DC Mridul Yadav inspected the site and directed officials to accelerate work for a March 2026 deadline.
Key highway expansion projects in Goa worth over Rs 700 crore are stalled due to a 16-month delay in shifting gas pipelines. Union ministry officials express displeasure. Read more.
CJI Justice Surya Kant inaugurated a Rs 1,705 crore judicial complex in Guwahati, highlighting that while infrastructure boosts efficiency, mediation is key to resolving India's mounting cases.
Tragic accident claims lives of DySP Vaishnavi Patil's mother and driver on Pune-Bengaluru highway. The officer and two others injured. Read the full details.
NHAI is installing Kerala's first highway noise barriers on the Aroor-Thuravoor stretch to protect residents. The 1.8m polycarbonate barriers will reduce noise by 10-15 decibels. A dedicated cycle track is also being built below.
Delhi Assembly amends law, granting 100% court fee refund for out-of-court settlements, including private deals. Move aims to reduce litigation burden and encourage amicable resolutions. Learn how this benefits litigants.
Explore five infamous highways worldwide where travellers have vanished under mysterious circumstances. From Canada's Highway of Tears to Australia's Stuart Highway, these roads hold chilling, unresolved mysteries. Discover the facts behind the legends.
Kanpur DM orders new streetlight timings on national highways to combat dense fog and prevent accidents. NHAI also conducts safety checks and awareness drives.
Maharashtra's Thane Lok Adalat resolved over 3 lakh cases & awarded Rs 754.85 crore compensation in 2025, proving its vital role in India's judicial system. Discover the impact.
A young man from Haryana died in a tragic head-on collision with a three-wheeler on the Jaipur-Agra National Highway due to dense fog. Read the full details of the Dausa accident.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin's convoy car suffered a tyre puncture at 150 km/h on Dindigul-Madurai highway. The CM was shifted safely and continued his journey. Read the full details of the incident.
MoRTH establishes a pre-conciliation committee to fast-track resolution of small-value disputes choking highway development, aiming to reduce legal costs and project delays. Read how this move impacts India's infrastructure.
Delhi Assembly introduces bill for 100% court fee refund in amicable settlements, aiming to ease litigation burden and encourage early dispute resolution. Learn how this impacts citizens.
A 29-year-old's detailed mapping of NH-66, India's most dangerous highway, reveals shocking safety gaps. Discover the data-driven story behind the perilous road.
A fatal collision on Samruddhi Expressway near Gonde, Nashik, claims two lives. Details on the accident, rising fatalities, and highway safety measures.
The Union Cabinet approves a ₹19,142 crore highway project, cutting Surat-Chennai travel from 31 to 17 hours. A major boost for west-south connectivity and logistics.
NHAI plans to open a 5-km elevated highway segment on the Kochi-Alappuzha corridor by March, featuring Kerala's first dedicated highway cycle track. Read about this major infrastructure boost.
The Union Cabinet approves India's largest BOT highway project, the 374-km Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot corridor. It will slash Surat-Chennai travel by 45%. Read more about this transformative infrastructure push.
The Union Cabinet greenlights a 374-km greenfield highway in Maharashtra, part of the Surat-Chennai corridor, set to slash travel time by 45% and boost connectivity. Read more.
Struggling to keep your New Year's resolution? A major Swedish study reveals a simple rephrasing trick that can dramatically boost your success rate. Learn the science-backed method for 2026.
The Union government has greenlit two crucial highway projects in Maharashtra and Odisha, totaling Rs 7,210 crore, to boost connectivity and economic growth. Read more about the strategic infrastructure push.
The Union Cabinet greenlights two major highway projects worth Rs 20,668 crore, including a 374-km Nashik-Solapur greenfield corridor and NH-326 upgrade in Odisha, boosting connectivity and economic growth. Read more.
A doctor and patient in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur district apologised to each other after a physical altercation at a hospital. Police mediated the resolution.
To curb malpractices, India's road ministry mandates conciliation for disputes above Rs 10 crore in highway contracts. Learn about the new rules and their impact on BOT, HAM, and EPC projects.