Author: AU News Bureau

Roadway Solutions India Infra, an infrastructure development company based in Pune, has been declared as the lowest bidder in two substantial infrastructure projects valued at Rs 4900 crore. These projects, commissioned by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), mark a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing expansion and commitment to developing robust infrastructure across the nation. The newly secured projects include: Construction of access controlled Pune ring road in Pune district Package PRR E4 starting from Lonikand on EPC mode valued at Rs 2251 crore. Construction of access controlled expressway connector to Hindu Hrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg…

Signaling a shared commitment towards carbon neutrality, Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India), and Glass Wall Systems India signed an agreement for Dow to supply DOWSIL™ Facade Sealants from Dow’s Decarbia™ portfolio of reduced-carbon solutions, for Glass Wall System’s curtain wall system. A first-of-its-kind global initiative, this collaboration demonstrates an unwavering dedication from organizations in the building and infrastructure industry to reduce embodied carbon in building materials. Dow’s carbon neutral silicone sealants for building façades, verified through PAS 2060 Standard(1), have the unique advantage of a lower embodied carbon footprint due to Dow’s investments in the decarbonization of its…

Lucent Lighting has completed a lighting installation for The Boathouse Cafe, a new independent café on the banks of the River Wey, which opened its doors last year to introduce Soulspace, an independent members’ club, coworking space, event hire area and café. The Boathouse features beautiful, sustainable design from the Interior Design agency Raw Clay that uses natural materials and responsible sourcing, taking inspiration from the river. Lighting Design studio Mistry Lighting created a lighting scheme which encompasses the entire building, featuring architectural lighting, hospitality lighting and commercial lighting. Mistry Lighting specified elegant lighting solutions from Lucent Lighting to meet…

Hindware announced the expansion of its product offerings by foraying into the quartz category recently, further solidifying its presence in the tiles industry. With this launch, Hindware expands its existing portfolio of premium tiles to redefine sophistication and durability in the surface industry. Hindware recognizes the immense growth potential and evolving consumer preferences driving the Indian Quartz segment. By introducing the Italian Quartz Collection, Hindware aims to capitalize on this expanding market, offering customers a premium selection that effortlessly combines timeless elegance with practical functionality. Hindware Quartz Collection offers a diverse array of applications, catering to various design preferences and…

Delta Faucet Company plans to launch Touch2O with Touchless Technology. Originally unveiled at the 2024 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, this time-saving innovation helps cut down on cleaning by keeping kitchen faucets mess-free. Making multi-tasking even easier, Touchless Technology provides three easy ways to control the flow of water by: placing a hand near the faucet to activate the motion sensor, tapping anywhere on the faucet surface, or using the standard handle for manual control. “We know that busy homes get messy quickly,” said Missi Tate, Brand Director, Delta Faucet. “That’s why delta offers purposeful products designed for real messes…

The National Council for Cement and Building Materials-Incubation Centre (NCB-IC) was inaugurated by Joint Secretary, DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Sanjiv today in the presence of Vice-Chairman-NCB and VC & MD-Star Cement Ltd; Rajendra Chamaria; Strategic Advisor to Dalmia Cement (B) Ltd., Mahendra Singhi; and Director General-NCB, Dr. L P Singh at NCB Ballabgarh. Sanjiv interacted with the StartUps working with NCB viz. LivNSense Technologies, Autoabode, AltSF, Onelement and Bio in the areas of application of artificial intelligence for increasing % of alternative fuels, pre-combustion technology, 3-D printing technology, carbon capture and utilization etc. Sanjiv appreciated NCB for establishing…

JSW Cement, the IPO-bound cement venture of the USD 24.25-billion JSW Group, plans to invest around ₹3,000 crore to establish an integrated cement manufacturing facility in Rajasthan, marking its entry into the northern markets. The proposed investment will be funded through a mix of equity and long-term debt, the company announced on Tuesday, adding that it would create more than 1,000 direct and indirect jobs. The new cement facility in Rajasthan’s Nagaur district will include a clinkerization unit of up to 3.30 million tonnes per annum, a grinding unit of up to 2.50 mtpa, and an 18-megawatt power plant. JSW…

Managed office space provider Skootr plans to add 5 million square feet to its inventory by FY2028 at an estimated investment of Rs 1,000 crore to expand its portfolio and widen its footprints across key micro markets of the country, Anuj Saxena, co-founder of Skootr said. The company launched its premium flexible workspace ‘Skootr Palace Park’, sprawled over 1.03 lakh sqft in sector 129 along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway. Saxena said that Skootr will also go live in Pune, Chennai and Mumbai micro markets this fiscal year. “Our target is to add around 5 msf of portfolio by FY 2028…