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Engineering marvels: A look at the world’s most impressive bridgesedit
The Economic Times – Online
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, which was inaugurated in October, is the longest sea-crossing bridge in the world. The 55-km bridge can withstand earthquakes and typhoons and a section is deep underwater so that shipping routes are not disturbed.
Goa Minister advocates Hong Kong type casino stripedit
Business Standard – Online
Offshore casinos parked in Goa’s Mandovi river should be disbanded and the Panaji coastline should be developed with an onshore casino strip as a hub, on the lines of the Hong Kong harbour, Goa’s Agriculture Minister Vijai Sardesai said on Sunday.
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Bridging the Gapedit
The Economic Times – Delhi The Economic Times – Mumbai The Economic Times – Bangalore The Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge, which was inaugurated in October, is the longest sea-crossing bridge in the world. The 55-km bridge can withstand earthquakes and typhoons and a section is deep underwater so that shipping routes are not disturbed. Here is a look at some bridges — smaller but engineering marvels on their own — that move to make way for boats and ships.