All stories by Amritha Pillay
Was India at all ready for monorail?
Rediff.com25 Jul 2018Mumbai Monorail was to be built in two phases - Phase I of 8.93 km and Phase II of 11.20 km. The first phase ran operations for around three years before services were abruptly halted, owing to a fire incident last year. The second phase now stands completed, but is lying closed.
Mumbai bridge collapse exposes its poor infrastructure
Rediff.com4 Jul 2018Tuesday's bridge collapse once again puts the spotlight on the city's urban infrastructure and a dire need for its development.
Land acquisition a major hurdle for India's infra, energy sectors
Rediff.com10 May 2018According to data shared with the Lok Sabha, 19 road projects awarded after May 2014 were facing delays
'Fuel at Doorstep' remains a distant dream for retail users
Rediff.com10 May 2018The permission right now is for delivery only for stationary usage. This limits the service to those who operate units like diesel generation sets.
How Nirma plans to 'cement' its marketshare via IPL
Rediff.com28 Apr 2018Nirma has jumped into the ongoing cricket spectacle - IPL - as the principal sponsor for the Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore to raise awareness and recognition for the cement brands it acquired after its purchase of the erstwhile Lafarge India's assets in 2016
India Inc shops abroad for cheaper coal
Rediff.com12 Feb 2018Between 2007-08 and 2017-18, the number of countries they imported steam coal from has increased from six to 12.
Road construction companies go hi-tech; plan to use robotic flagmen
Rediff.com24 Jan 2018The use of such robots can not only save lives but can also help road construction companies cut down on labour costs.
BJP back in Gujarat a positive for Tata, Adani power plants
Rediff.com31 Dec 2017The negotiations for a bail-out of the two plants could see continuity though a weakened BJP majority is a cause of concern among analysts, says Amritha Pillay.
RInfra will soon be debt-free at standalone level
Rediff.com22 Dec 2017The company will now focus on value creation for shareholders in the defence and construction businesses.
Labour pain for India's infra sector
Rediff.com1 Dec 2017The labour force at large has turned less needy, due to various government financial incentives and freebies.
Naik bids goodbye to L&T as chairman
Rediff.com23 Aug 2017He would not be part of the day-to-day activities of L&T in his non-executive role. He would, however, be there at important company events.
Why petchem will remain RIL's core business despite Jio
Rediff.com24 Jul 2017Analysts remain confident RIL's refining and petrochemical segment will continue to support growth.
The L&T CEO who never wanted to retire
Rediff.com11 Jul 2017As A M Naik stepped down as L&T CEO, there are some things he still needs to take care of. And given his love for his company that's not the last we are going to hear of him yet.
Cops use the Game of Thrones way into millennial hearts!
Rediff.com7 Jun 2017City police, metros, airports, even power utilities are using pop culture and social media to reach the young and encourage public ownership of public services. Amritha Pillay reports.
Achche din for India's infrastructure sector is miles away
Rediff.com6 Apr 2017An analyst says, due to excess capacity, investment in manufacturing will not be forthcoming
Waves of global protectionism may nix 'Make in India' dream
Rediff.com30 Mar 2017Saudi Arabia is insisting on 'In Kingdom' total value-addition requirements
Infra firms stay free of note ban effect
Rediff.com22 Feb 2017As infrastructure, power hardly deal in cash, its paucity has failed to affect their receivables
What to expect from RIL results on Monday
Rediff.com14 Jan 2017RIL's December quarter performance is likely to be muted
In FY16-17 promoters infused Rs 1,700-cr equity in Adani Power
Rediff.com10 Jan 2017The firm expects its recent equity infusion, debt refinancing and the compensatory rate to lead to a turnaround in its financial position.
Despite the good news, power sector woes likely to continue
Rediff.com8 Nov 2016The country's narrowing power deficit and increased coal production may not be indicators of the end of stress in the industry. Amritha Pillay reports.