construction sector India
Artefact Projects Secures Consultancy Contract for Supervision of Madurai–Chettikulam Four-Lane Highway on NH-785
Artefact Projects has received a Rs 4.59 crore consultancy contract for supervising and maintaining the Madurai–Chettikulam four-lane highway on NH-785, enhancing safety and...
Railways Introduces 90-Paise GTKM Uniform Tariff to Cut Cement Logistics Cost and Support Affordable Housing
The Indian Railways has announced a uniform 90-paise GTKM tariff for bulk cement transportation, a major reform aimed at reducing logistics costs and...
Indian Cement Industry Set for Strong Expansion with Major Capacity Additions
Crisil reports that India’s cement industry is entering a major expansion cycle with 160 to 170 MT of new capacity planned between FY26...
India’s Small Steelmakers Cut Production as Weak Demand and Monsoon Slowdown Hit Construction Sector
India’s small steel producers have cut output by nearly one third amid weak demand, falling prices, and monsoon disruptions, despite government tax cuts...
Escorts Kubota Construction Equipment Sales Decline 19% in September, Recovery Expected with Festive Season Boost
Escorts Kubota’s construction equipment sales fell 19% in September 2025 to 413 units, hit by monsoon disruptions and project delays. Festive demand and...
Government’s Share of 50 Percent in Property Costs Blocks Affordable Housing: Tata Realty MD Sanjay Dutt
Tata Realty MD Sanjay Dutt says nearly 50% of property costs go to government levies, making affordable housing in India difficult to achieve.
GST Cut to Ease Cement Prices, Boost Construction Sector: India Ratings and Research
India Ratings and Research said GST rationalisation will reduce cement prices by ₹30-35 per 50 kg bag from September 22, easing construction costs....
Tamil Nadu Expands Self-Certification Scheme for Building Permits
The Self-Certification Scheme in said state for getting building approval in Tamil Nadu has been extended to cover a wider category of residential...
Cement Sector Rally Strengthens as GST Cut Buzz Lifts FY26 Outlook
Cement shares seem all set to be among the biggest winners this FY26, with hopes built on reducing the Goods and Services Tax...
CCI Clears Dalmia Cement’s Takeover of Jaiprakash Associates via Insolvency Process
In what certainly is an important aspect of the cement industry, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has finally approved the long-warm request...
