Save
Home
GLOBAL NEWS
REUTERS
THE NEW YORK TIMES
YAHOO
INDIA BUSINESS
BUSINESS STANDARD
BUSINESS TODAY
ECONOMIC TIMES
MONEYCONTROL
THE HINDU
INDIA COMMODITIES
ECONOMIC TIMES
MONEYCONTROL
INDIA CURRENCY
ECONOMIC TIMES
MONEYCONTROL
INDIA MARKET
BUSINESS INSIDER
BUSINESS STANDARD
BUSINESS TODAY
ECONOMIC TIMES
MONEYCONTROL
NDTV
NSE
THE FINANCIAL EXPRESS
THE HINDU
INDIA MUTUAL FUNDS
BUSINESS STANDARD
ECONOMIC TIMES
INDIA MUTUAL FUNDS BLOGS
FUNDSINDIA
INDIA NEWS
BUSINESS STANDARD
ECONOMIC TIMES
FIRSTPOST
MONEYCONTROL
REUTERS
THE FINANCIAL EXPRESS
THE HINDU
YAHOO
 Save
{{newCountMsg}}
Settings

INDIA NEWS | Sun, 14 Jun 2026, 12:40AM IST Despite surging urbanisation, booming real estate and ambitious city visions, the country has only one building that towers over the 300-metre mark. Apoorva Mittal traces the limit of our vertical ambitions.Non-profit organisation Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) defines supertalls as buildings that measure at least 300 metres (984 feet). Lokhandwala Minerva in Mumbai is at 301 metres. Completed in 2022, it is Indias first and so far only building that crosses the threshold. Just about.KEY REASONS INDIA HAS NO SUPERTALLSThere are many bottlenecks namely fragmented regulations, approval red tape and lack of infrastructure readiness that prevent supertall buildings from emerging. The local bodies ( municipalities ) in most Indian cities are not used to handling such projects for approvals. The requisite technical personnel and specialised expertise to examine them are not there. Further, there are too many complexities in file movements for approvals. Also, the infrastructure support, be it roads and traffic management, parking, fire-fighting and safety arrangements, water, power and sewage arrangements, etc, which are essential for such buildings, are also missing. For the next two decades, India should not waste its time on promoting supertall buildings. There are other pressing issues affordable housing, fast and clean mobility, solid waste management, walkability, urban flood management, adequate water management, heat cooling plans, air quality management, etc that we need to focus on, said Prof PSN Rao, Dean, School of Planning and Architecture.From an engineering perspective, constructing tall or even supertall buildings is not an extraordinary challenge. The more critical limitation is urban infrastructure. Tall buildings bring higher densities, which, in turn, demand robust support systems: Wider roads, efficient public transport, reliable water supply, sewage networks and emergency services. Without aligning infrastructure capacity with vertical growth, such developments risk overburdening the city rather than enhancing it. Supertall buildings typically involve 20-30% higher costs per square foot due to the complexity of structural systems, vertical transportation and safety requirements. In a market that is highly cost-sensitive, developers often find midrise, high-density developments more viable. But this is changing. With the rise of transit-oriented development and more integrated planning approaches in India, taller buildings can be meaningfully and responsibly incorporated. The focus going forward should be on achieving the right balance between density, infrastructure and livability," said Dikshu Kukreja, Managing principal at CP Kukreja Architects.131711513THE CASE AGAINST SUPERTALLS Diverts capital from affordable housing Increases energy consumption Benefits a narrow eliteAdds pressure on infrastructureMost of north India is highly seismic and that makes construction expensiveExpensive maintenanceConstruction needs to be clean, green, resilient and climate sensitiveTHE CASE FOR SUPERTALLSEfficient land use in dense citiesReduced commute distances (if integrated with transit)Creation of mixed-use urban hubsGlobal positioning of cities With urban population projected to exceed 600 million by 2030, horizontal model is reaching its limit.Supertalls are moving from vanity projects to economic necessity in select urban contextsHistorically, the absence of supertall buildings in India was not due to a lack of architectural ambition, but a direct result of urban economics and some regulatory frameworks. While geographically constrained global cities such as New York and Shanghai necessitated tall buildings early on, Indian metros had the elasticity to expand outward. The development was driven by a horizontal sprawl model, influenced by restrictive Floor Space Index (FSI) regulations, aviation norms and a market where capital was better optimised across broader land parcels rather than capital-intensive vertical engineering," said Abhinav Joshi, Head of research, India, Middle East and North Africa, CBRE.When the FSI was increased in Mumbai through various regulations, developers got an opportunity to create supertall residential and mixed use buildings. However, in some cases, the NOC from the Airport Authorities did create a dampener, and to avoid projects from getting delayed, developers capped the FSI and went on to complete the building. With the current technology used in India for construction, developers realised that any project that is supertall would result in increased cost of construction, extended project timelines and turnaround time, reduced profitability and a certain unwillingness to pay for floor rise beyond a point. Construction costs significantly increase above 40 floors, said Reshmi Panicker, Executive director, land services and residential, Knight Frank India.131711867THE FUTURE: THE BELLWETHERMumbai accounts for most of Indias tall buildings. Verticalisation is driven by acute land scarcity, high premium realisation, expansive FSI and a market structured around redevelopment economics. Projects such as Palais Royale (~320 metres) and other supertalls are currently in the pipeline.THE FOLLOWERSHyderabad: Backed by highly favourable development norms, including the removal of FSI caps in specific zones and a corporate occupier base, western Hyderabad and Kokapet are currently executing multiple projects in the 220 metres-240 metres range.National Capital Region (NCR): There is significant longterm supertall potential, particularly through integrated, transit-oriented mixed-use developments. Ambitious projects such as Supernova Spira in Noida demonstrate appetite.Kolkata: The 42 (260 metres), one of the tallest completed buildings outside Mumbai, shows the citys ability to absorb taller buildings.

Continue reading at Economic Times

2h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 14 Jun 2026, 12:40AM IST India's urban growth is rapid, yet only one building crosses the 300-meter supertall mark. Fragmented regulations and infrastructure gaps hinder taller constructions. Developers face higher costs and extended timelines for supertall projects. While supertalls offer efficient land use, the focus remains on addressing affordable housing and essential urban services for the next two decades.

Continue reading at Economic Times

2h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 14 Jun 2026, 12:13AM IST Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration has issued a significant directive. Hospitals and medical practitioners must now allow patients to purchase medicines from any licensed pharmacy. Patients will receive their prescriptions directly. This move aims to prevent unfair trade practices and protect patient consumer rights.

Continue reading at Economic Times

2h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 14 Jun 2026, 12:02AM IST Travellers are avoiding parts of Africa due to Ebola concerns. This is affecting bookings for East and Central Africa. Many are postponing trips instead of cancelling. Travel insurance inquiries have significantly increased. Destinations like Uganda are seeing more traveler anxiety. Other African nations remain popular choices. Media coverage and health worries are shaping travel decisions.

Continue reading at Economic Times

2h

INDIA NEWS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:55PM IST Nagpur : Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Saturday said that he has approved giving legal recognition for 100 per cent ethanol blend fuel, saying that such a move will help reduce import dependence.Speaking at a press conference commemorating 12 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, Union Minister Gadkari said, "Last night at 8 PM, I signed the file making rules for 100% ethanol and giving it legal process."Talking about import dependence regarding fossil fuels for India, Minister Gadkari said that ethanol will emerge as a "viable alternative to petrol", and help reduce the burden of Rs 22 lakh crore worth of imports."The country has an import of 22 lakh crores. Now, the resolution we made to reduce this import... gradually gas will also be produced in the country. An alternative to petrol and diesel will also be ready," he said.Talking about attending the launch of Maruti Suzuki's WagonR being launched in a 'flex-fuel' model, which runs on 100 per cent ethanol, Gadkari expressed confidence in even two-wheelers being made for this, and multiple companies will soon adopt the model."I am pleased to share that I had the opportunity to launch the Maruti Suzuki WagonR running on 100% ethanol. Among the motorcycles launched, three out of five are from Hero MotoCorp, and two of Hero's motorcycles have already been launched on 100% ethanol," he said."In the next two months, companies such as Toyota, Suzuki, and Hyundai will also launch vehicles that run entirely on 100% ethanol," he added.Talking about his push for ethanol blends for fuel, the Union Minister said that he faced a pushback against the idea, with some misinformation also being spread."I used to talk about this dream, and people used to laugh. Some friends even used to criticize it. I'll tell you a good story about how efforts are made to defame ethanol," he said.Narrating an incident, the Union minister said that a public personality once called him and told him about his jeep breaking down, where it was claimed that the vehicle was facing a problem because of ethanol blending."One person called me and said his jeep had broken down. When he took it to the mechanic, the mechanic said the car broke down because of putting ethanol in it. I asked him if his car runs on petrol or diesel. He said diesel. I said, 'We don't even put ethanol in diesel, so how did it break down?' So, many attempts were made to spread misinformation," Gadkari said.Union Ministers Hardeep Puri and Nitin Gadkari attended the launch event of Maruti Suzuki's flex-fuel car on June 4.Speaking further on 12 years of governance under PM Modi, the Union Minister highlighted how multiple projects have been developed across various sectors.He said, "Thanks to the double-engine government, Nagpur has witnessed significant work across various sectors...projects include the Oxygen Park and Bird Park, and we are currently developing an adventure park as well...we completed Phase 1 of the Metro and are now preparing the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Phase 3. Major institutions like AIIMS Nagpur, IIM, National Law University, and IIIT Butibori have been established."

Continue reading at Economic Times

2h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:55PM IST Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved 100 percent ethanol blend fuel. This move aims to significantly reduce India's import dependence on fossil fuels. Maruti Suzuki has launched a WagonR running on 100 percent ethanol. Other companies like Toyota, Suzuki, and Hyundai will soon follow. This initiative promises a viable alternative to petrol and diesel, boosting domestic production and economic growth.

Continue reading at Economic Times

2h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:55PM IST Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved 100 percent ethanol blend fuel. This move aims to significantly reduce India's import dependence on fossil fuels. Maruti Suzuki has launched a WagonR running on 100 percent ethanol. Other companies like Toyota, Suzuki, and Hyundai will soon follow. This initiative promises a viable alternative to petrol and diesel, boosting domestic production and economic growth.

Continue reading at Economic Times

2h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:35PM IST After dismantling the speaker unit, officers found 24 solid gold biscuits of foreign origin.

Continue reading at NDTV

3h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:34PM IST India's market regulator, SEBI, is creating rules for artificial intelligence in financial markets. SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced this plan. AI can help with surveillance and fraud detection. However, it also poses risks like bias and data protection issues. SEBI will issue guidelines for responsible AI use. The regulator will also consider international recommendations.

Continue reading at Economic Times

3h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:31PM IST According to the report, leading Indian IT firms support more than 35,000 jobs across the U.K., with nearly 62% of their workforce located outside London

Continue reading at The Hindu

3h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:25PM IST Tata Play faced a wider net loss and lower revenue in the 2025-26 financial year. Customers are moving away from DTH services to free platforms and streaming services. This trend has impacted Tata Play's subscriber base and market share. A dispute with Sony Pictures Networks India also contributed to the company's challenges. Average revenue per user saw a slight increase.

Continue reading at Economic Times

3h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:22PM IST Adani Green Energy is building a massive 14 gigawatt-hour battery storage system in Khavda, Gujarat. This project aims to prevent the wastage of clean energy. India has already lost significant clean power due to a lack of storage. The company plans to expand this storage capacity significantly over the next five years.

Continue reading at Economic Times

3h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:19PM IST A new drug for Alzheimer's, donanemab, has arrived in India. It aims to slow the disease's progression by clearing brain plaques. While offering potential benefits, experts highlight concerns about its high cost and the need for early diagnosis. The drug's real-world impact in India remains a subject of discussion among neurologists and the company.

Continue reading at Economic Times

3h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:14PM IST Rohit Sharma became India's oldest male ODI cricketer during the series opener against Afghanistan in Dharamshala.

Continue reading at NDTV

3h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 11:12PM IST File image of PM Modi with Donald Trump

Continue reading at NDTV

3h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 10:53PM IST Trump fiercely critiqued the Obama-era Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), framing the previous deal as a "smooth road" to an Iranian nuclear weapon.

Continue reading at NDTV

3h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 10:37PM IST George Russell, Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli secured the top three positions in Barcelona Grand Prix qualifying.

Continue reading at NDTV

4h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 10:33PM IST In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the agreement would prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and would lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Continue reading at Business Standard

4h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 10:23PM IST Modi will hold multiple bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the G7 Summit.

Continue reading at NDTV

4h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 10:10PM IST India is the current Chair of the Indian Ocean Rim Association; Although the IORAs charter explicitly bars members from raising issues that do not concern regional cooperation, in the broader scheme of things, India could look to utilise the forum for airing its concerns in the maritime space

Continue reading at The Hindu

4h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 10:00PM IST As many as 104 matches will be played at FIFA World Cup 2026.

Continue reading at NDTV

4h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 9:54PM IST File image of PM Modi with Donald Trump

Continue reading at NDTV

4h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 9:48PM IST Rs 1 crore goal is often seen as a major financial milestone.

Continue reading at NDTV

4h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 9:28PM IST Without a structured investment plan, additional income often disappears into lifestyle upgrades.

Continue reading at NDTV

5h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 9:11PM IST The focus now shifts on New Zealand who have the task of defending their World Cup title which they earned two years ago.

Continue reading at NDTV

5h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 9:05PM IST Global air travel demand is set to grow in 2026, but at a slower rate. The Middle East faces a significant contraction due to ongoing conflicts. Africa is projected for the strongest growth. Asia Pacific will lead global expansion. Europe and Latin America will see moderate increases. North America's growth will be limited. The industry shows adaptability despite challenges.

Continue reading at Economic Times

5h

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 9:01PM IST File image of PM Modi with Donald Trump

Continue reading at NDTV

5h

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 13 Jun 2026, 9:01PM IST Assam's excise laws have been amended. A new provision, Minimum Guaranteed Revenue, will be introduced for liquor license holders. This will be an additional charge on top of existing fees and VAT. Liquor prices are expected to increase by seven to twelve percent. These new prices will be effective from July 1.

Continue reading at Economic Times

5h
more