National Highways Authority of India
Agency for construction & management of Highways in India
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The National Highways Authority of India or NHAI is an autonomous agency of the Government of India, set up in 1995 and is responsible for management of a road network of over 50,000 km of National highways out of 1,32,499 km in India. It is a nodal agency of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). NHAI has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for satellite mapping of highways.
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NHAI announces pilot project to set up stray cattle shelters along NHs to prevent accidentsThe NHAI announced a pilot project to create cattle shelters along highways to prevent stray cattle-related accidents. Shelters will be built in various locations, beginning with the Kharkhoda bypass..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Delhi-Dehradun expressway: Travel time to be reduced to 2.5 hours, Akshardham to EPE stretch set to open before...Under the Bharatmala Pariyojana effort, which aims to improve India's road network, the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) is leading this huge project, which would cost a total of Rs 13,000..DNA - Published | |
NHAI gave ‘undue benefit’ of Rs 203 crore to developers of 4 highway projects in Maharashtra, finds CAGThe Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) uncovered that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) granted undue benefits exceeding ₹203 crore to highway developers in Maharashtra by reducing..IndiaTimes - Published | |
NHAI invites bids for barrier-less tolling at Gharonda plaza on Delhi-Chandigarh NHIndiaTimes - Published | |
NHAI to roll out route patrolling vehicles for quicker aid & maintenanceNHAI launched "Rajmarg Saathi" patrol vehicles with advanced tools for improved highway maintenance. Equipped with AI-powered dashboard cameras for detecting road defects and a redesigned trunk for..IndiaTimes - Published | |
NHAI launches rating system for contractors to tackle poor highway maintenanceThe National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched a performance rating system for highway maintenance contractors. Contractors scoring below 60 will be deemed "non-performers", impacting future..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Good news for Delhi-NCR commuters, new section of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway to slash travel time to 30 minutes for...NHAI has completed the construction of bridges and a six-lane highway over the Agra Canal.DNA - Published | |
Delhi-Vadodara in 9 Hours? NHAI to open 245-km stretch of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway by...According to the NHAI, 80% of the work on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway has been completed.DNA - Published | |
NHAI to track 100 toll plazas for seamless movement on national highways using...The monitoring service will be extended to more toll plazas in a phased manner.DNA - Published | |
NHAI to charge double toll tax from vehicles with...SOP has been issued to all user fee collection agencies to charge double user fees if they violate the rule.DNA - Published | |
No justification to charge toll if roads are in disrepair: Nitin GadkariNHAI's progressive tolling system evolution, led by minister Gadkari's vision for quality services, aims to enhance highway user experience. From prioritizing commercial vehicles with GNSS-based..IndiaTimes - Published | |
NEET paper leak case: RJD leader Tejashwi's aide booked room for arrested students, alleges Bihar deputy CM Vijay SinhaDeputy CM Vijay Sinha accused Tejashwi Yadav of NEET paper leak involvement, detailing calls made by Tejashwi's secretary to book accommodations in Patna for the mastermind, Sikandar Yadavendu. The..IndiaTimes - Published | |
New devices to check FASTag to cut toll plaza delays soon: NHAINHAI orders changes at toll plazas to improve FASTag transactions by mandating STQC-certified equipment for RFID reader and antenna to prevent glitches and ensure hassle-free commuting.IndiaTimes - Published | NHAI brings stricter IT standards for FASTag toll plazas to ensure hassle-free transactionsIndiaTimes - Published |
Toll tax hike: NHAI increases charges from Monday, to be rised by...From June 3, toll taxes will be hiked at nearly 1,100 toll plazas across India.DNA - Published | NHAI creates units focussing on upkeep of highwaysIndiaTimes - Published |
Stringent norm for NHAI officials joining private firms within 1 year of retirementNHAI requires approval for engineers joining private builders/consultants post-retirement to avoid conflicts. Guidelines cover various aspects like organization details, qualifications, and commitment..IndiaTimes - Published | Bihar: 1 killed, 9 injured as under-construction bridge collapses in SupaulThe 10.2-km bridge was being constructed by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) over the Koshi River between Bheja in Madhubani and Bakaur in Supaul district, officials said.DNA - Published |
Govt directs officers to inspect highway stretches to detect encroachments, unauthorised occupationSupreme Court criticises highway system, directs officers to remove encroachments. Ministry orders inspections to detect unauthorized occupation. NHAI project directors, NHIDCL managers designated as..IndiaTimes - Published | Indian Air Force activates another road stretch as an emergency airstripIAF conducts operations on ELF airstrip in Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh. Sukhoi-30MKI fighters and Hawk advanced jet trainers successfully carried out “low overshoots”. ELFs provide flexibility during..IndiaTimes - Published |
FASTag KYC deadline set for February 29: Step-by-step guide to update, check FASTag KYC statusThe NHAI has recently introduced the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' policy to deter individuals from using a single FASTag for multiple vehicles.DNA - Published | NHAI drops Paytm Payments Bank from FASTag list: Here's how to close or transfer your accountIndian Highways Management Company Ltd (IHMCL), toll collecting authority of state-owned NHAI, has advised highway users to buy FASTags from 32 authorised banks which excludes Paytm Payments Bank.DNA - Published |
NHAI extends KYC compliance deadline for FASTags till Feb 29: Check how to update documents"Attention #FASTag users! The deadline for #OneVehicleOneFASTag initiative and completing KYC updation for your latest FASTag has been extended till 29th February 2024," NHAI said in a post on X.DNA - Published | To decongest Ayodhya, NHAI plans Rs 3,500 crore 68km bypassIndiaTimes - Published |
Paytm Payments Bank barred from selling fresh FASTagsIndian Highways Management Company (IHMCL), the arm of NHAI, has barred Paytm Payments Bank from issuing fresh FASTags and taking up new toll plazas due to non-compliance. IHMCL seeks a response from..IndiaTimes - Published | Focus on feasibility reports to avoid delay in bidding out of ropeway projects: Global players to GovernmentGovernment aims to develop 360 km of ropeways under Parvatmala Programme, attracting international players. Feasibility studies, cost estimates, and realistic deadlines are crucial for timely project..IndiaTimes - Published |
NHAI to bring sweeping changes in PPP projects to attract private investmentTo incentivize increased private investment, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is instituting comprehensive revisions to contract conditions. A new provision will be introduced, allowing..IndiaTimes - Published | Up to Rs 5 lakh 'bond' for NHAI recruitsThe National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Tuesday made it mandatory for candidates recruited directly to provide "service bond" of up to Rs 5 lakh which will be encashed in case someone quits..IndiaTimes - Published |
FASTags with incomplete KYC to be detactivated after Jan 31: Check how to updateNHAI said that it had taken the initiative after it was informed that more than one FASTag has issued for particular vehicles without the necessary KYC, which clearly violates the RBI's mandate.DNA - Published Also reported by •IndiaTimes | NHAI spent 1.7 lakh crore on land acquisition in last 5 yearsIndiaTimes - Published |
After getting bids worth Rs 16k crore, NHAI aims at surpassing monetisation target from auctioning national highwaysThe NHAI aims to surpass its target of raising Rs 10,000 crore from auctioning completed highway projects this year. So far, it has bid out two project bundles, raising Rs 6,544 crore. It opened bids..IndiaTimes - Published | Woman, kid crushed under car of DM of Bihar districtA woman and her daughter were killed on Tuesday after meeting an accident with an official car, belonging to Madhepura DM Vijay Prakash Meena. The accident took place on NH-57 near Purwari Tola of..IndiaTimes - Published |
NHAI to audit all its 29 ongoing tunnel projectsAfter the Silkyara tunnel mishap, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will conduct a safety audit of all its 29 under construction tunnels across the country. Officials said NHAI chairman..IndiaTimes - Published | NHAI asks officials to collect samples of ongoing projects for quality testThe National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is taking steps to address the problem of quality in construction and maintenance of National Highway (NH) projects. NHAI has instructed its senior..IndiaTimes - Published |
NHAI monetises two completed national highway stretches for Rs 6,584 croreThe National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has successfully auctioned two completed highway stretches for a total of Rs 6,584 crore under its monetisation programme. The first project, the 84-km..IndiaTimes - Published | NHAI awards two highway projects under TOT model for Rs 6,584 croreNational Highways Authority of India on Sunday said it has awarded two highway projects with a combined length of 400 km under the toll-operate-transfer (TOT) model for Rs 6,584 crore. National..IndiaTimes - Published |
NHAI's new SOPs to strengthen security at toll plazas, managers to wear body cameras; check detailsAccording to the SOPs, NHAI field offices will ensure that the toll-collecting agency performs its duties following guidelines.DNA - Published | Toll rules violated, NHAI collected Rs 154cr from commuters, says CAGIndiaTimes - Published |
2 kids drown in pit, FIR against officials of NHAI, construction coAn FIR under IPC Section 304-A — causing death due to negligence — has been lodged against officials of a private construction firm involved in the Delhi-Dehradun expressway works and the National..IndiaTimes - Published | End practice of verbal instructions by officials, consultants urge NHAI chiefIndiaTimes - Published |
After Bihar bridge fall, NHAI orders inspection of 6 other projects by same company in stateIndiaTimes - Published | Delhi to Jammu in 6 hours via new expressway, NHAI hopes to complete mega project by this dateCurrently, it takes about 10 hours to reach Jammu from Delhi and 12 hours to reach Katra (Jammu).DNA - Published |
Delhi-Gurugram Expressway likely to get automated 'pay per road use' toll tax system, details hereNHAI is likely to bring 'pay per road use' system for toll collection on the Delhi-Gurugram Expressway.DNA - Published | NCR traffic alert! Delhi-Gurugram expressway to remain closed for 3 months, check alternate routes hereAccording to reports, NHAI would build slip lane beside the roadway in the direction of Delhi, where traffic will be rerouted.DNA - Published |
National highway, expressway commuters to benefit from 600 WSAs, NHAI plans one at every 40-60 km, detailsWSAs will also be developed in greenfield stretches like Amritsar-Bathinda-Jamnagar Corridor, Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway.DNA - Published | Delhi-Mumbai Expressway: Avoid Gurgaon traffic, save Rs 115 toll tax with new Faridabad road, reach Jaipur in 3 hoursDelhi-Mumbai Expressway: NHAI claims this road will also make the south Delhi-Faridabad transit easier. The Ballabhgarh-Jaipur transit will also get easier and faster.DNA - Published |
Allocation for roads wing of highways ministry up by 50%Aiming to accelerate construction of national highways before the 2024 Lok Sabha polls are announced, the government has increased the allocation for the roads wing of highways ministry by 50% to Rs..IndiaTimes - Published | 27-year-old NHAI gets its 20th chief in UP cadre IAS officerIndiaTimes - Published |
Dhaula Kuan, Manesar to be joined by elevated road to ease Delhi-Gurgaon traffic; detailsUnion Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has asked NHAI to prepare a detailed project report (DPR).DNA - Published | Govt raises allocation to NHAI by 44% for road maintenanceIndiaTimes - Published |
