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Time of India
27-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Two 6-lane flyovers to run parallel to Nagpur Metro viaducts on NH-44
Nagpur: Changing the urban transport infrastructure of the city, MahaMetro and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU ) to enable the construction of Metro viaducts and parallel two 6-lane flyovers along critical stretches of the national highway as part of the Nagpur Metro Rail Project Phase 2 on Friday. The MoU, signed at the NHAI regional office in Nagpur, allows MahaMetro to use NHAI's Right of Way (RoW) for constructing elevated Metro corridors along two key routes — from Jamtha to Butibori on NH-44 (Butibori stretch) and from HB Town to Transport Nagar on NH-53 (Pardi stretch). On the Butibori stretch, the Metro viaducts and the two proposed 6-lane flyovers will be integrated in terms of structural planning but will not follow a double-decker design. A senior MahaMetro official clarified that, unlike the double-decker arrangements seen on Wardha Road or the Kamptee corridor, the Metro and flyovers here will run parallel to each other. In specific sections, such as underpasses, they will share substructures to make optimal use of space and reduce overall costs. However, the design plans and cost estimates are still being finalised and remain subject to change, the official added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thị trường có dấu hiệu suy thoái không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Two flyovers, each around 2 km long, are planned along this route — one in front of the VCA Stadium at Jamtha and the other near Dongargaon. Additionally, the Metro line will cross over an existing railway track near Borkhedi. At this location, due to the presence of a previously constructed railway overbridge, the Metro crossing will create a structure that may appear similar to a double-decker, a senior NHAI official said. The stretch between Jamtha and Butibori, measuring around 10 km, includes approximately 8 km where the Metro viaduct will run directly along NH-44. However, before Metro construction can fully commence on this stretch, realignment of the highway's centre portion is required. MahaMetro is currently carrying out that work as part of the road widening initiative. A senior MahaMetro official told TOI, "The widening is being done to facilitate Metro work. We have already started the road widening and once that is completed and we have two additional lanes available for traffic, we will begin erecting the Metro pillars. The flyover and Metro construction will then proceed simultaneously without disrupting highway traffic." NHAI, on its part, has extended full support for the execution of the project. A senior NHAI official confirmed, "We have made officially extended cooperation to MahaMetro and will be providing backend support whenever needed. All required permissions from our side have already been granted, and we've facilitated utility shifting and other procedures." The MoU also sets clear provisions for adherence to Indian Road Congress (IRC) guidelines, including a minimum 6-metre vertical clearance for vehicles and the use of independent engineers and joint inspections to ensure quality, safety, and coordination between agencies. The agreement was signed at the NHAI office by Rakesh Prakash Singh (CGM & RO, NHAI), Naresh Gurbani (executive director, MahaMetro), and R Arun Kumar (executive director, MahaMetro). Officials emphasised that the initiative reflects a shared vision to integrate mass transit solutions with national highway development — helping reduce congestion and cater to the needs of Nagpur's rapidly expanding population.
Barnama
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Malaysia, Russia Agree To Begin MoU Talks On AI Integration In Firefighting Operations
PUTRAJAYA, June 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Russia have agreed to begin talks on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) covering cooperation in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into firefighting operations, flight simulation technology and firefighter training. The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) said the decision was reached during a bilateral meeting between Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming and Russian Minister of Civil Defence, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters, Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, yesterday. In a statement today, KPKT said the meeting marked a significant step towards strengthening diplomatic ties and fostering strategic collaboration between Malaysia and Russia, particularly in the field of firefighting and rescue.
The Sun
19-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia, Russia to sign MoU on disaster management
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Russia are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in disaster management this year. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the MoU will serve as a practical framework for joint training, knowledge exchange and coordinated emergency response. 'As ASEAN Chair this year, Malaysia remains committed to regional leadership in disaster response,' he told a joint press conference with Russian Civil Defence, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters (EMERCOM) Minister, Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, here today. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Central Disaster Management Committee chairman, said Malaysia welcomed Russia's offer of capacity-building programmes for Malaysian officers, including a specialised training course in Vladivostok this September. 'We are exploring broader collaboration, including technology transfer in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) applications for disaster monitoring,' he added. Ahmad Zahid said Malaysia's National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) team was among the first to arrive in Myanmar following the recent earthquake, operating alongside international teams including EMERCOM' RUS-03. Ahmad Zahid said Malaysia and Russia agreed to conduct joint search and rescue (SAR) training between the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) and Russia's RUS-03 team. He also expressed appreciation to Russia for the offer to train Malaysia's SMART team and the invitation to allow senior officers from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia to participate in a specialised course at a leading university in St. Petersburg. Ahmad Zahid also values the inclusion of EMERCOM's cultural ensemble as part of the visit, describing it as a meaningful gesture that fosters people-to-people ties and strengthens the foundation of the long-standing bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Russia. He said EMERCOM's visit marks an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. He also expressed appreciation for the strong working relationship between Nadma and EMERCOM, particularly through regional initiatives under the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) and the ASEAN Committee on Disaster Management (ACDM). Ahmad Zahid said he is looking forward to attending the upcoming international conference and the disaster management event hosted by Russia in Azerbaijan. Earlier, Ahmad Zahid received a courtesy call from Kurenkov, marking an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. Meanwhile, Kurenkov said that during the meeting, several key areas were discussed, including the professional training and education of firefighters and rescue personnel. 'EMERCOM's academies offer a wide range of programmes for international specialists, not only for firefighters and rescuers but also for medics, dog handlers and UAV operators,' he added. He also emphasised EMERCOM's interest in understanding Malaysia's modern approaches to fire and rescue training, noting the value of exchanging best practices. In addition, he said both sides are committed to improving mutual early-warning capabilities and risk communication related to natural disasters, particularly in the areas of prevention, prediction and risk management using the systems of space monitoring and distant zoning of Earth. 'In Russia, the functions are performed by the National Crisis Management Centre. Generally, our countries have big potential for further cooperation in the sphere of elimination of natural and manmade disaster consequences,' he added.
New Straits Times
19-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Malaysia, Russia to sign MoU on disaster management cooperation this year
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Russia are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in disaster management this year. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the MoU will serve as a practical framework for joint training, knowledge exchange and coordinated emergency response. "As Asean Chair this year, Malaysia remains committed to regional leadership in disaster response," he told a joint press conference with Russian Civil Defence, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters Minister (Emercom) Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, here today. Zahid, who is also the Central Disaster Management Committee chairman, said Malaysia welcomed Russia's offer of capacity-building programmes for Malaysian officers, including a specialised training course in Vladivostok this September. "We are exploring broader collaboration, including technology transfer in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) applications for disaster monitoring," he added. Zahid said Malaysia's National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) team was among the first to arrive in Myanmar following the recent earthquake, operating alongside international teams including Emercom's RUS-03. He added that Malaysia and Russia agreed to conduct joint search and rescue (SAR) training between the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (Smart) and Russia's RUS-03 team. He also expressed appreciation to Russia for the offer to train Malaysia's Smart team and the invitation to allow senior officers from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia to participate in a specialised course at a leading university in St. Petersburg. Zahid also values the inclusion of Emercom's cultural ensemble as part of the visit, describing it as a meaningful gesture that fosters people-to-people ties and strengthens the foundation of the long-standing bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Russia. He said the visit marks an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. He also expressed appreciation for the strong working relationship between Nadma and Emercom, particularly through regional initiatives under the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) and the Asean Committee on Disaster Management (ACDM). Zahid said he is looking forward to attending the upcoming international conference and the disaster management event hosted by Russia in Azerbaijan. Earlier, Zahid received a courtesy call from Kurenkov, marking an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. Meanwhile, Kurenkov said that during the meeting, several key areas were discussed, including the professional training and education of firefighters and rescue personnel. "Emercom's academies offer a wide range of programmes for international specialists, not only for firefighters and rescuers but also for medics, dog handlers and UAV operators," he added. He also emphasised Emercom's interest in understanding Malaysia's modern approaches to fire and rescue training, noting the value of exchanging best practices. In addition, he said both sides are committed to improving mutual early-warning capabilities and risk communication related to natural disasters, particularly in the areas of prevention, prediction and risk management using the systems of space monitoring and distant zoning of Earth. "In Russia, the functions are performed by the National Crisis Management Centre. Generally, our countries have big potential for further cooperation in the sphere of elimination of natural and manmade disaster consequences," he added. — BERNAMA
New Indian Express
14-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Karnataka signs 115 MoUs worth Rs 6.57 lakh crore in two years, says Industries Minister MB Patil
BENGALURU: Minister for Industries MB Patil said that in the last two years the State Government has signed 115 Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) for Rs 6.57 lakh crore investment and this is expected to provide over 2.32 lakh jobs. He was speaking about the achievements of the industries ministry in the last two years. Patil said that in the next five years, with the new Industrial Policy 2025-30, they are anticipating Rs 7.5 lakh crore investment and provide jobs too over 20 lakh people. He said Karnataka is leading in attracting multinational companies and other industries to invest in Karnataka.
