Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new three-lane bridge connecting Sheikh Rashid Road to the Infinity Bridge, a key component of the ambitious Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project. This project aims to drastically reduce travel times and enhance connectivity across the city, significantly benefiting residents, businesses, and tourists alike.
The Indian bridge teams have started off strong at the 16th World Bridge Games in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The open team is currently in 12th place, the women’s team in 15th, and the mixed team in fifth. India’s senior team is leading the pack in their category.
A young woman in Noida had a close call on Sunday when she was hit by a vehicle while riding her scooter. The impact threw her into a gap between bridge pillars, leaving her stranded. Passersby quickly came to her aid and police are currently investigating the incident.
Bridge, a digital platform connecting developers with debt capital providers, has introduced a new in-house lending program specifically designed to support construction and renovation projects for franchised hotels. This initiative offers up to $50 million in loans to experienced sponsors, addressing the growing need for development capital in the hospitality sector.
Hundreds of spectators gathered at an 18th-century bridge in Gjakova, Kosovo, to witness the annual high diving competition. The event, held every August, showcases daring dives from the bridge into the icy waters below, attracting both participants and onlookers.
Ukraine has reportedly struck and damaged a third bridge over the Seym River in Russia’s Kursk region, further disrupting Moscow’s supply lines in a battle zone where Ukrainian forces have been pushing back against Russian troops for nearly two weeks. This incident follows two previous attacks on bridges in the area, highlighting Ukraine’s efforts to cripple Russian logistical capabilities.
Ukraine has destroyed a second bridge in Russia’s Kursk region, following a successful strike on a bridge over the Seym River. This marks the second bridge destroyed by Ukrainian forces in a week, aiming to create a ‘buffer zone’ and disrupt Russian supply lines. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy justified the incursion, emphasizing the need to weaken Russia’s military capacity and economy.
Ukrainian forces have escalated their incursion into Russia, destroying a strategically important bridge in the Kursk region, impacting supply lines and potentially hindering Russian military operations. This offensive marks the deepest penetration into Russian territory since the start of the war and comes as Russian troops make gains in eastern Ukraine.
China has finished building a 400-meter bridge connecting the north and south banks of Pangong Tso in Ladakh, significantly reducing travel time. The bridge, located in Chinese-held territory since 1958, is seen as a strategic move by China, particularly given the ongoing border tensions with India. Satellite images also reveal extensive fortifications and military infrastructure around Khurnak Fort on the northern shore, highlighting China’s continued military presence in the area.
A young couple in Rajasthan’s Pali risked their lives by jumping off a bridge into a 90-foot deep gorge to escape an oncoming train. The incident occurred while they were engrossed in a photoshoot, highlighting the dangers of inattentiveness on railway tracks. The husband is in critical condition, while the wife also sustained serious injuries. Authorities are considering stricter safety measures on the scenic bridge, which is popular among photographers.
