Andhra Pradesh Signs Agreement with UK for Amaravati Infrastructure Development Under UKEF

PM Modi Inaugurates ₹5,640 Cr Greenfield ASR International Airport at Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh

PM Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) International Airport at Bhogapuram, a greenfield project built under PPP mode at ₹5,640 crore. The airport, with 6 million annual passenger capacity, aims to boost connectivity, tourism, and economic growth in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh. For exams, this is a key example of infrastructure development under PPP, sustainable design, and regional connectivity strategy.

MMRDA & Singapore's Surbana Jurong Sign Pact for Third Mumbai Master Plan; $1.1B FDI from Mapletree

MMRDA has partnered with Singapore's Surbana Jurong and Mapletree to develop the master plan for Third Mumbai, a massive 323 sq km new city in Raigad district. The project aims to attract $1.1 billion FDI and is strategically located near Atal Setu, Navi Mumbai International Airport, and JNPT. This is a key exam topic for infrastructure, urban planning, and international cooperation.

Andhra Pradesh Approves ₹730 Cr Quantum-AI University by NIELIT Under National Quantum Mission

Andhra Pradesh has approved a first-of-its-kind Quantum and AI university campus in Amaravati, to be set up by NIELIT under MeitY with an investment of ₹730.7 crore. Courses starting September 2026 will train over 8,250 learners in deep-tech areas, aligning with the National Quantum Mission, IndiaAI Mission, and India Semiconductor Mission. This is a key development for aspirants focusing on Science & Technology, Education, and State-specific initiatives.

PM Modi Inaugurates Alluri Sitarama Raju Airport: ₹4,700 Cr PPP Project in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh gets its first international airport after bifurcation (2014) with PM Modi inaugurating the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram. Built under PPP/DBFOT model by GMR Group at ₹4,700+ crore, it will decongest INS Dega and boost trade, tourism, and regional development.

DDA Mandates Land Pooling via TPS Under Delhi Master Plan-2047; 105 Villages, 12 Lakh Homes Targeted

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is introducing mandatory Town Planning Schemes (TPS) under the Master Plan for Delhi-2047 to enforce land pooling in areas where voluntary consortium formation has failed. This move targets 105 villages across six zones, potentially unlocking land for 12 lakh homes, and shifts DDA's role from developer to facilitator.

MDL to Build ₹15,000 Cr Greenfield Shipyard in Andhra's Dugarajapatnam Under Maritime Vision 2047

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL), a Navratna defence PSU, is diversifying into merchant shipbuilding with a ₹15,000 crore greenfield yard at Dugarajapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The project, aligned with the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, will create 45,000 jobs and boost India's shipbuilding capacity. This is a key exam topic for infrastructure, defence diversification, and state-specific development.

Second Saraighat Double-Decker Bridge: Construction Begins for 1.3 km Rail-Cum-Road Link Over Brahmaputra

Construction has begun on the Second Saraighat Bridge, a double-decker rail-cum-road bridge over the Brahmaputra in Assam, along with 7.2 km of railway track doubling. This project, under Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) and executed by L&T, aims to boost multimodal connectivity in the Northeast. For exams, focus on the bridge's specifications: 1.3 km length, two rail lines, three-lane road, and the integration with NHAI road approaches.

MP Revives Bus Network After 21 Years: 351 Buses Under PM e-Bus Sewa, Gadkari Warns on Safety

Madhya Pradesh has revived its public bus network after 21 years, launching 351 buses under PM e-Bus Sewa and Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Sewa. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari issued warnings on bus safety and corruption, while pushing for a shift to electric buses. This marks a major shift from the defunct MPSRTC to a PPP model with strict safety checks.