Construction Philosophy
Sharp rise in toll collections through FASTags
Toll collection through FASTags went up by nearly 67% to Rs 38,084 crore in FY22.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
FIFA TECH CHALLENGE
Arab Engineering Bureau, which was tasked to design the 40,000-capacity Al Thumama Stadium for the FIFA World Cup, came up with a design that ensures safe vacation of the spectators within 90 minutes and their evacuation within eight minutes in case of emergency.
3 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
New Pamban Bridge set for commissioning in March 2023
As many as 65 out of the 99 girders of the new Pamban Bridge, connecting Pamban to Rameswaram, being constructed by the Indian Railways have been launched, taking the ambitious project closer to timely commissioning.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
26 Green Expressways in next three years: Gadkari
The government will be building 26 green expressways in the country in the next three years and India's road infrastructure will be as good as that in the United States by 2024, Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has informed the Rajya Sabha.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
CASE Construction Equipment appoints Sunil Puri as MD, India & SAARC Operations
CASE Construction Equipment India Ltd, a brand of CNH Industrial has appointed Mr. Sunil Puri as Managing Director, India.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Anirban Gupta joins Colliers as MD, Kolkata
Leading diversified real estate professional services and investment management firm Colliers has appointed Anirban Gupta as the Managing Director of Kolkata to drive the organization's growth in East India.
2 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Railways floats fresh tender for 200 next generation Vande Bharat trains
The Railways is hoping to ramp up production of Vande Bharat trains by the end of 2022 as part of the government's ambitious plans to expand and accelerate connectivity across the country.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
World's largest floating solar power project to come up in MP
What is billed to be the world's largest floating solar project is set to be built on the River Narmada at an estimated cost of Rs. 3,500 crore.
3 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
TOUGH YEAR AHEAD
Cement companies in the country would have the lowest operating margins in the last seven years in FY2023.
2 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Rate hike to further slow housing market
Fourth consecutive BoA is threatening rate increase by to drive up cost of borrowings and result in a sharp slump in the housing market.
2 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Real Estate Crisis Goes Out of Control
Home sales in China have collapsed by nearly 60% compared to a year ago, and the current constant decline of sales (11 months) is pegged to be the worst in Chinese history.
3 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Massive housing shortage across the U.S.
America has fallen 3.8 million homes short of meeting housing needs, which includes both rental housing and homes meant for ownership.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AND ITS RELEVANCE IN DESIGN
With the complexity of designs that we witness worldwide today, a digital uprising is very critical.
3 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
ALSTONE ALCOMB
ALSTONE India Launches Futuristic and Revolutionary
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Infra assets worth over Rs 1.62 trillion to be monetised this fiscal
Infrastructure assets worth over Rs 1.62 lakh crore are expected to be monetised during the current fiscal, the Government has informed Parliament.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
HDFC seals a $ 1.1 billion social loan for affordable housing
Mortgage lender HDFC Limited has announced the completion of a $1.1 billion Syndicated Social Loan Facility for financing affordable housing in the country.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Kerala local bodies to levy 1% cess on private buildings
The Kerala government has initiated steps to collect 1% of the construction cost of private buildings as cess through local bodies.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Railways' electrification plans on track, says Minister
The Indian Railways' ambitious plan to electrify its entire network by 2023-24 is on track.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
MoEF grants eco clearance for Ganga Expressway
The 594-km long Ganga Expressway has received environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). The project is estimated to cost Rs 36,230-crore.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
Span Floors launches 'Serene Summer'
Span Floors, a leading brand of wooden flooring in India, has introduced a new collection of summer flooring called the Serene Summer.
1 min |
August 2022
Construction Philosophy
NEW PLASMA BORING ROBOT
Plasma Boring Robot can dig tunnels 100 times faster and 98% cheaper
2 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
Refreshingly Refined
Panjab House, located on a prime site in Ludhiana, belies the density of the surrounding area. Slightly elevated above neighbours, the compound imparts the feeling of privacy, and the structural orientation and strategic window placement take in broad views of the market.
2 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
A Magical Story
Aaroh', which means "the one having high qualities of a Mountain" in Arabic, is home to a couple with two young sons and their grandmother.
4 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
A Cool Cocoon
The brief was to construct a party hideout space for the client along with his family and friends, providing adequate privacy from the adjacent plots.
3 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
Marvelously Memphis
This self-designed architects' studio situated in Indore's commercial multistorey building is a perfect example of monochrome minimalism. This office space has been deliberately crafted by putting a fresh spin on the Memphis design aesthetics.
2 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
High-Spirited
Manoj Patel Design studio's new workspace, surrounded by the urban fabric, revolves around the play of volumetric masses juxtapose with colorful graphics.
3 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
Witnessing Revolution
TOSTEM India launches in Bhubaneswar, Odisha
2 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
Casa Contemporáneo
Nestled in a plot of land enveloped by lush greenery, this 5bedroom home exudes a contemporary appeal.
2 min |
August 2022
GLITZ architecture & interiors
GET, SET, SAIL
Garuda, the luxury houseboat by Vikash Eco Resorts, is a first cruise project of its kind and proportion in Odisha. The boat, propelled by dual engine, has four premium rooms, two suite rooms, lounge, bar and a refreshing area with an elegant deck.
3 min |
August 2022
Architecture + Design
SPACES, STORIES, AND SERENDIPITY
A trip to Switzerland is incomplete without a visit to its incredible museums. Here, we take you to some of the most intriguing spaces that stand testimony to art, design, and history.
6 min |