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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Land identified for setting up maintenance facility for Vande Bharat coaches in Tiruchi
About 30 acres of railway land in Tiruchi has been earmarked for setting up a dedicated facility for the maintenance of Vande Bharat Express trains. The land is near the upcoming Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) shed near Manjathidal railway station. It was identified by the authorities of the Golden Rock Railway Workshop here. Ashish Sharma, Additional Member (Mechanical Engineering), Railway Board, New Delhi, visited the site on Thursday. The Railway Board nominated the Golden Rock Railway Workshop two months ago to undertake SS-I (Shop Schedule) and other major schedules of the Vande Bharat train sets in the place of Perambur Workshop in Chennai. This is a ₹300-crore project. 'If required, more railway land will be utilised,' said the workshop authorities. The workshop has prepared the abstract estimate for the establishment of the new facility and it will be reviewed by the Southern Railway. The estimate includes machinery and plant requirements, civil works, and overhead electrical arrangements required for the maintenance of Vande Bharat coaches, the authorities said. Built during the British era, the Golden Rock Railway Workshop takes up a variety of tasks such as periodic overhaul of diesel locomotives and passenger coaches, manufacture of wagons and automobile carriers besides undertaking periodic overhauling of steam locomotives operated in the Nilgiri Mountain Railway section. Some technical personnel of the workshop were sent to various railway workshops across the country handling the maintenance of Vande Bharat coaches to gain first hand experience and ascertain the requirements for setting up the facility in Tiruchi. The Vande Bharat trains have strong safety features, including the Kavach safety system, and can run up to a speed of 160 kmph.
Business Upturn
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Real Estate's Leading Voices Recognised at The 7th Global Real Estate Brand Awards 2025
By Business Wire India Published on July 7, 2025, 15:35 IST India's most prominent names in real estate came together on 25th June 2025 at The Leela Pal ace, Bengaluru, for the 7th edition of the Global Real Estate Brand Awards , celebrating visionary developers, innovative projects, and transformational leaders shaping the future of urban India. Business Wire India India's most prominent names in real estate came together on 25th June 2025 at The Leela Palace, Bengaluru, for the 7th editi on of the Global Real Estate Brand Awards , celebrating visionary developers, innovative projects, and transformational leaders shaping the future of urban India. The prestigious gathering brought together over 200 industry professionals and recognised 35+ developers, professionals, and projects across a range of categories spanning luxury housing, plotted development, innovation, and sustainable design. The event was supported by industry leaders, including Care Edge Ratings as the Association Partner, ANAROCK as the Strategic Knowledge Partner, and Zee Business as the Telecast Partner. The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) Karnataka Chapter served as the Conference Partner, with The CEO Magazine and Insight Success Magazine on board as the Print Media and Magazine Partners, respectively. The day opened with a welcome note by Aakash Jain, Director at Care Edge Ratings, followed by a keynote address from Dr. Prashant Thakur, Director – Research & Advisory at ANAROCK, who applauded the resilience of the sector and set the tone for a day of high-level discourse and celebration. One of the key highlights of the evening was a compelling panel discussion titled 'Smart & Self-Sustained: Integrated Townships and Smart Cities as the Blueprint for Urban India's Future' , moderated by Ashish Sharma, Director at ANAROCK. Panelists included Sunil Pareek, Executive Director at Assetz; Aakash Jain; Viswa Prathap Desu, COO – Brigade Enterprises; Ar. Indrajit Kembhavi, Partner at KAF; and Ashish Sharma himself. They shared insights on the emerging trend of the Integrated Township model, smart cities, and sustainable development in the real estate sector. The awards ceremony was graced by dignitaries such as Architect Indrajit Kembhavi (Chief Guest), Aakash Jain, CARE Edge Ratings, and Shya m Mareddy, President of NAREDCO Karnataka, who felicitated the winners in categories that spanned both metro and non-metro achievements. The event concluded with extensive networking and knowledge-sharing among top stakeholders. The winners of the 7th Global Real Estate Brand Awards 2025 included: CATEGORY WINNERS Iconic Property Award of the Year- Plotted Developement JR Queenstown, Mysore – JR Housing Developers Pvt Ltd Iconic Property Award of the Year – Mid Segment Global Edifice Orlean – Global Edifice Iconic Property Award of the Year – Luxury (Villa) Konig Fortune County -Konig Homes Iconic Property Award of the Year – Commercial Brigade Twin Towers – Brigade Infrastructure and Power Pvt Ltd Most Admired Uber Luxury Project Spectra Reserve – Spectra Construction Most Admired Sustainable Integrated Township The Right Life, Mana Skanda Most Admired Upcoming Project – Luxury (Villa) Konig North County – Konig Homes Most Admired upcoming project- Plotted Development Fortune City, Bharath Vasi Properties Most Admired Eco Luxury Project Mana Dale, Mana Projects Most Admired Farmland Project VanaVida by Swasya Living Best Construction Company of the Year Brick & Bolt Best Real Estate CRM Platform of the Year. Best Senior Living Homes Cradle of Life, Gadsing Infra & Hospitality LLP, PUNE Best Lifestyle Luxury Project of the Year SBR One Residence, SBR GROUP Most Innovative Luxury Project of the Year Elegant Atmos – Elegant Builders & Developers Best Themed Project of the Year Soul of the Seasons, NBR Group Best Internationally Inspired Residential Design DRK Bellagio, DRK Project Developer Award of the Year – Luxury Assetz Emerging Developer of the Year SBR Group Iconic Developer of the Year Global Edifice Young Achiever of the Year Pabbareddy Sai Praneeth Reddy, CMD, Atmos Constrcutions Pvt Ltd. Professional of the Year – Male Sakalp Chugh, CBO, Abhee Ventures Professional of the Year – Female Amruthavarshini, Principal Associate, Khaitan & Co. Most Enterprising CXO of the Year Manjunath Prasad, President – Engineering, Brigade Enterprises Ltd. Women Achiever Uzma Irfan, Director, Prestige Group The 7th Global Real Estate Brand Awards stands as a testimony to the sector's drive to constantly innovate, inspire, and raise the bar for excellence. With an evolving focus on smart infrastructure, climate-conscious design, and strategic growth, the event reaffirmed India's real estate sector as a force of transformation in urban development. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire India. Business Upturn take no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Business Wire India, established in 2002, India's premier media distribution company ensures guaranteed media coverage through its network of 30+ cities and top news agencies.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Boss today, subordinate tomorrow: 1L govt employees face ‘demotion'
Ashish Sharma (name changed), an assistant grade II employee in the state secretariat, currently holds charge of section officer -- a post two levels above his regular rank. With departmental promotions now under way, he fears losing the position he has held for years. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Rakesh Kumar (name changed), posted in the home department and holding charge of a senior role, shares the same concern. Ashish and Rakesh are among thousands of state govt employees worried they may be moved down from the posts they have been managing since promotions were stalled in 2016. Bhopal: Ashish Sharma and Rakesh Kumar are among over one lakh govt employees holding senior posts under stopgap arrangements, who now face demotion as the state resumed departmental promotions after a nine-year freeze under newly framed rules. Promotions across departments were halted in 2016 following a court order. To address resentment among govt staff, the govt started giving charge of senior posts to them. In many cases, the employees have been given charge of two posts above from their actual post. After the ongoing promotion process was done, officials said, the govt employees would get one promotion. It will lead to employees having charge of two posts or positions above their basic post to come down to one level. In many cases employees would not get any promotion at all, as there is reservation of 36 per cent. Number of general category employees would come after the reserved category. The MP Public Service Promotion Rules, 2025, provisions include 20% reservation for Scheduled Tribes (ST) and 16% for Scheduled Castes (SC). SC and ST public servants will also have the opportunity for promotion based on merit. Even if stepped down from in-charge post, it would not lead to any financial losses to employees, as in case of getting charge of a senior or higher post, the employees get salary of their basic post. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now There is provision of allowance for employees working on one level higher post. Mantralaya Seva Adhikari Karamchari Sangh president Sudhir Nayak said it would be an insult for govt employees to come down to a lower post from their current post. Uma Shankar Tiwari, state secretary of Tritya Varg Karamchari Sangh, said: "Over a lakh of govt employees were given charge of a senior post. All such employees fear to get reverted after the new promotion rules with reservation. The govt must clarify the position of employees working as in-charge in various departments. These in-charge roles were initially assigned based on seniority to ensure smooth functioning of the depts. However, with the introduction of new promotion rules, many of these in-charge officers may have to return to their original or lower posts. The senior officers in the general administration dept confirmed that there could be cases wherein an employee may have to come down to a lower post after the promotion process was completed.
The Print
16-06-2025
- Politics
- The Print
August 5, June 6 will be remembered as ‘physical and emotional unification' of J-K with India: Sinha
'August 5 will always be remembered as the day Jammu and Kashmir were fully integrated constitutionally. Likewise, June 6 will be remembered for the physical unification — when the last link in the Kashmir-Kanyakumari railway corridor was completed,' he said. Speaking at the launch of photojournalist Ashish Sharma's new coffee table book, Reimagining Jammu and Kashmir: A Pictorial Journey, Sinha said the two dates would play a pivotal role in restoring an 'unbroken flow of life' to the Union Territory, which had remained 'stagnant for the past seven decades.' Addressing a packed hall at Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA), Sinha drew a parallel between the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019, and the completion of the Kashmir-to-Kanyakumari railway link on June 6, 2025. New Delhi, Jun 16 (PTI) Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha on Monday said that two dates June 6, 2025, and August 5, 2019, will hold historical significance in the region's integration with the rest of India, marking it as 'physical and emotional unification'. On June 6, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national tricolour on the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway arch bridge, connecting the northernmost stretch of India's national railway network. He also shared the update on X and said, 'Delighted to launch 'Reimagining Jammu & Kashmir' a coffee table book by Photojournalist Ashish Sharma. Under leadership of Hon'ble PM Sh Narendra Modi Ji, J&K has regained its identity of 'Paradise' post 2019 & Ashish's watchful photographic journey captures that transformation.' The LG, in his address, highlighted the efforts made by the J-K administration, under the guidance of Prime Minister Modi, to build not 'temporary' but a lasting peace in the Union Territory. He emphasised that his guiding principle, which he has also communicated to the security forces in the Valley, is 'Begunah ko chedna nahi, aur gunheghar ko chodna nahi' (the innocent should not be harassed, and the guilty should not be spared). 'Our mission and vision should be the same, centred around the common man… and if we follow this principle, the common man will also stand with us,' he explained. While acknowledging that Pakistan continues to engage in nefarious activities, including the Pahalgam attack on April 22, Sinha stressed that separatism, stone-pelting, and shutdowns have become things of the past in the Valley. Sinha claimed that the number of locally recruited terrorists has dropped to its lowest ever at just eight. 'Only eight local terrorists are currently active in J-K. Yes, Pakistan has been sending infiltrators from outside, which led to incidents like the Pahalgham attack,' he added. On the occasion, Sinha also lauded the efforts of Ashish Sharma behind the coffee table book, which he noted remarkably showcases J-K's extraordinary journey and unprecedented growth across all sectors. 'Books are documents of the time, especially coffee table books present progress through captivating photographs. We can see J-K is on the move through Ashish's camera,' he concluded. He asserted that J-K's industries, start-ups and agriculture sectors have witnessed 'rapid growth' over the five successive years. 'Youth are fulfilling their dreams through entrepreneurship & around one million availed opportunity of self-employment within 4 yrs & it has been ensured that no section of society is left behind,' he added in his post. Former union minister Meenakshi Lekhi and IGNCA president Ram Bahadur Rai were among the eminent personalities present at the book launch. Published by Bloomsbury, the 226-page book 'Reimagining Jammu and Kashmir', priced at Rs 2,999, celebrates the region's rich cultural heritage, iconic landmarks, and hidden treasures, while also highlighting its evolving and dynamic present. An accompanying photo exhibition is on display from June 16-25 at Darshanam'I gallery of the IGNCA, the statement said. PTI MG KND HIG This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
VED celebrates 30th anniversary, president Rina Sinha unveils ‘Vidarbha 2030'
1 2 3 Nagpur: The Vidarbha Economic Development Council (VED) marked a significant milestone with the celebration of its 30th anniversary during its AGM held on Saturday. To commemorate this landmark event, VED Council, led by president Rina Sinha, vice-president Pankaj Mahajan, secretary-general Ashish Sharma, treasurer Varun Vijaywargi, and joint secretary Aliasger Wagh, met Union minister Nitin Gadkari to express gratitude for his support and blessings. During the AGM, Sinha expressed her gratitude to the esteemed trustees, Govind Daga and Vilas Kale for their trust and continued support. She also extended felicitations to key former office-bearers — past VP Dilip Kamdar, past presidents Devendra Parekh and Shivkumar Rao, and past secretary-general Rahul Upganlawar — for their active roles in shaping the organisation's vision and impact over the years. Founding members of VED — Govind Daga, Vilas Kale, and Dilip Kamdar — shared valuable insights and reflections on the journey of the Council. President Sinha also unveiled her strategic vision titled 'Vidarbha 2030', aimed at driving sustainable and inclusive economic development across the region. She highlighted a series of future initiatives, including a high-level seminar on artificial intelligence, Project Kaushika and the upcoming 'Wagh Utsav', along with various other programmes designed to foster growth, innovation, and public engagement. "It is VED's constant endeavour to bring eminent speakers, experts, and industry leaders to deliberate on actionable strategies for Vidarbha's development," said Sinha. She further emphasised the importance of expanding VED's membership base, encouraging like-minded individuals and institutions to join hands in building a prosperous Vidarbha. The event also featured the formal release of 'Progress Pulse', VED's official monthly publication dedicated to highlighting regional developments and Council initiatives. An audio visual presentation curated by joint secretary Ali Asger Wagh covering the synopsis of entire year's activities was shared during the AGM. Treasurer Varun Vijaywargi presented the council's financial report. New members were inducted into the organisation and presented with commemorative mementoes as 'Proud Members of VED'. The AGM concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by secretary-general Ashish Sharma. Nagpur: The Vidarbha Economic Development Council (VED) marked a significant milestone with the celebration of its 30th anniversary during its AGM held on Saturday. To commemorate this landmark event, VED Council, led by president Rina Sinha, vice-president Pankaj Mahajan, secretary-general Ashish Sharma, treasurer Varun Vijaywargi, and joint secretary Aliasger Wagh, met Union minister Nitin Gadkari to express gratitude for his support and blessings. During the AGM, Sinha expressed her gratitude to the esteemed trustees, Govind Daga and Vilas Kale for their trust and continued support. She also extended felicitations to key former office-bearers — past VP Dilip Kamdar, past presidents Devendra Parekh and Shivkumar Rao, and past secretary-general Rahul Upganlawar — for their active roles in shaping the organisation's vision and impact over the years. Founding members of VED — Govind Daga, Vilas Kale, and Dilip Kamdar — shared valuable insights and reflections on the journey of the Council. President Sinha also unveiled her strategic vision titled 'Vidarbha 2030', aimed at driving sustainable and inclusive economic development across the region. She highlighted a series of future initiatives, including a high-level seminar on artificial intelligence, Project Kaushika and the upcoming 'Wagh Utsav', along with various other programmes designed to foster growth, innovation, and public engagement. "It is VED's constant endeavour to bring eminent speakers, experts, and industry leaders to deliberate on actionable strategies for Vidarbha's development," said Sinha. She further emphasised the importance of expanding VED's membership base, encouraging like-minded individuals and institutions to join hands in building a prosperous Vidarbha. The event also featured the formal release of 'Progress Pulse', VED's official monthly publication dedicated to highlighting regional developments and Council initiatives. An audio visual presentation curated by joint secretary Ali Asger Wagh covering the synopsis of entire year's activities was shared during the AGM. Treasurer Varun Vijaywargi presented the council's financial report. New members were inducted into the organisation and presented with commemorative mementoes as 'Proud Members of VED'. The AGM concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by secretary-general Ashish Sharma.
