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THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DECEMBER 7, 2025 Embodying the belief that service to humanity is service to the Divine, the Aditya Aditi Ladies’ Club has once again demonstrated its steadfast commitment to social welfare by conducting a series of humanitarian activities across Aditya Township and its neighbouring communities. Under the guidance of Club President Namrata Nayak, members of the Club launched ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR DECEMBER 7, 2025 The global scramble for critical minerals has exposed a hard truth — nations that fail to secure their own resource base are destined to remain dependent, disadvantaged, and strategically vulnerable. Recent events in the rare-earth sector have served as an unmistakable wake-up call for India. China’s longstanding dominance over rare-earth mining, refining, and magnet ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR DECEMBER 7, 2025 A wave of sporting excellence converged at the TPCODL stall on Saturday as Hockey India President and Olympian Dilip Tirkey, along with fellow Olympians Sravani Nand and Deepgrace Ekka, visited the information kiosk on the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana at the Kalinga Stadium. Their presence added star power and a strong public ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DECEMBER 6, 2025 In a stirring call to the next generation of innovators, Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday urged graduates of the Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM) to embrace entrepreneurship and transform themselves into job creators during the university’s 13th Convocation ceremony in Bhubaneswar. Addressing the gathering, the Governor stressed that entrepreneurship ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, DECEMBER 6, 2025 O. P. Jindal School, Angul, came alive with vibrant energy and competitive spirit as it hosted its Annual Athletic Meet 2025-26 at the Sports Complex, Jindal Nagar. The atmosphere brimmed with enthusiasm as students from all classes participated with remarkable zeal. The valedictory ceremony was graced by Pankaj Malhan, Executive Director (I/c), Jindal Steel, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DECEMBER 6, 2025 In a significant step toward enhancing early childhood nutrition, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has launched ‘Shishu Sanjeevani’, a fortified nutrition support programme across 25 Anganwadi centres in Kashipur and Bhawanipatna. The initiative is set to benefit over 600 children aged 3 to 6 years, marking a major stride in combating malnutrition and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, DECEMBER 6, 2025 The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Saturday marked the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Bharat Ratna Dr. B. R. Ambedkar with a heartfelt ceremony, paying tribute to the visionary architect of the Indian Constitution. Held at the port township, the observance saw a gathering of officers, employees, and officials who reflected on Dr. Ambedkar’s enduring ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, 5 DECEMBER 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, marked International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development by announcing its largest-ever employee-led community outreach initiative. A total of 1,800 employees contributed 4,000 volunteer hours—equivalent to nearly 167 days of service—benefiting more than 7 lakh people across the company’s operations in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR DECEMBER 5, 2025 Reinforcing its mission of ‘AI for Everyone’, Reliance Jio has launched an extensive outreach programme to familiarise college students across Odisha with the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence using Google Gemini Pro. The initiative has already reached more than 600 colleges and higher educational institutions, giving thousands of students hands-on exposure to cutting-edge AI ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR DECEMBER 3, 2025 Observing World Disability Day with a strong message of inclusion and empowerment, Navratna CPSE National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) organised a series of assistive device distribution camps across Angul, Damanjodi and Bhubaneswar as part of its ongoing CSR outreach. The initiative focused on enhancing mobility, independence and overall quality of life for Divyangjans residing ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU RENGALI, DECEMBER 3, 2025 Aditya Aluminium, Lapanga, in collaboration with the BEO Office, Rengali, observed the International Day for Persons with Disabilities at the Block Resource Centre for Children with Special Needs on Wednesday. The occasion also featured the ceremonial foundation-laying for the renovation of the centre, a visionary initiative aimed at enhancing support services and creating an ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, DECEMBER 3, 2025 Jindal Asha, the flagship initiative of the Jindal Foundation committed to providing specialised care, therapy, and education for Divyang children, marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025 with a heart-warming and inspiring celebration at Jindal Township today. The event turned into a lively showcase of talent and inclusivity as children of Jindal ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DECEMBER 3, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, marked World AIDS Day 2025 with a sweeping public-health campaign across Odisha, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to community wellbeing and disease prevention. Partnering with the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), Odisha State AIDS Control Society (OSACS), district health departments and educational institutions, the company mobilised students, frontline workers ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, DECEMBER 3, 2025 In a heartwarming celebration of resilience, inclusion and community spirit, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at JAGRUTY School for differently abled children. The event resonated with this year’s global theme, *“Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”* Capt. A. C. Sahoo, Dy. Conservator, PPA, graced the occasion ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DECEMBER 2, 2025 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, and the power distribution utility serving Central Odisha, strengthened its clean energy outreach on Tuesday by conducting an extensive awareness programme for its Business Associates on the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana under the Utility-Led Aggregation ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, DECEMBER 2, 2025 India has intensified its nationwide efforts to safeguard agriculture from the escalating impacts of climate change, with a comprehensive scale-up of climate-resilient interventions under the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) project, implemented by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The initiative has completed district-level risk and vulnerability assessments across 651 ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LANJIGARH, DECEMBER 2, 2025 In the soft, unhurried rhythm of Chanalima village, where a farmer’s daughter once balanced schoolwork with tending crops alongside her mother, a remarkable story of grit and grace was quietly taking shape. Seventeen-year-old Rachana Majhi, who grew up with no exposure to organised sport, now stands among Odisha’s finest young archers — a national ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, DECEMBER 2, 2025 Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (SWREL), one of India’s leading renewable EPC companies, has announced a major stride in its growth journey with marquee orders worth approximately ₹1,381 crore from Adani Green Energy Limited. The announcement comes alongside the signing of a landmark 5-year Strategic Partnership Framework Agreement, reinforcing a long-term collaboration between ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, DECEMBER 2, 2025 In a major step toward safer and smarter highway travel, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed an MoU with Reliance Jio to introduce a telecom-enabled safety alert system that will deliver real-time warnings to commuters across the national highway network. Leveraging Jio’s widespread 4G and 5G infrastructure, the system will ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DECEMBER 1, 2025 Reliance Jio has further strengthened its position as Odisha’s No. 1 digital service provider, clocking the highest subscriber additions across both mobile and home broadband segments in October 2025. As per the latest data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Jio added over 1.67 lakh new mobile subscribers in the state ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, DECEMBER 1, 2025 In a landmark moment that blends sporting excellence with financial leadership, Punjab National Bank (PNB) today announced Indian Women’s Cricket Captain and World Cup Champion Harmanpreet Kaur as its first-ever female brand ambassador. The announcement marked a significant step in the Bank’s ongoing brand transformation and its vision of “Banking On Champions.” The ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, DECEMBER 1, 2025 Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Monday achieved a significant sustainability milestone by becoming the second major port in the country to commission a full-fledged Shore-to-Ship power supply system, successfully delivering complete load power to the vessel MV APJ INDRANI at the CB-1 berth this afternoon. The newly commissioned system represents a cutting-edge advancement in ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BARBIL, DECEMBER 1, 2025 JSW Steel’s Odisha Mining Division on Monday observed World AIDS Day 2025 with an expansive series of awareness and outreach programmes spanning its key operational areas in the districts of Keonjhar and Sundergarh. Activities were conducted simultaneously at the Nuagaon, Narayanposhi and Ganua Mines, the Barbil Central Office, and the company’s Bhubaneswar office, reinforcing ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, DECEMBER 1, 2025 Jindal Foundation, the social arm of Jindal Steel, marked World AIDS Day 2025 with a comprehensive series of sensitisation and outreach activities across Angul district, reflecting its long-term commitment to community health and HIV prevention. The observance saw vibrant participation from diverse groups as rallies were organised with students from Savitri Jindal DAV High ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHADRAK, DECEMBER 1, 2025 Ferro Alloys Corporation Ltd. (FACOR), a subsidiary of the Vedanta Group, hosted an enriching industrial exposure visit for 30 Class X students and three teachers from DAV SDPS Public School on Monday, offering them a first-hand look into modern manufacturing and industrial safety practices. The visit began with a comprehensive safety induction session, where ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, DECEMBER 1, 2025 World AIDS Day was observed at Paradip Port Authority (PPA) Hospital with a renewed call to strengthen the global fight against HIV under this year’s theme, “Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response.” The observance underscored the need not only to safeguard hard-won progress but also to reshape HIV services to be more resilient, inclusive ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, DECEMBER 1, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has successfully concluded a month-long series of transformative initiatives in observance of World Quality Month, anchored around World Quality Week (10–14 November) at its flagship aluminium plant in Jharsuguda. With this year’s theme, ‘Quality: Think Differently’, the campaign encouraged employees and business partners to challenge traditional practices and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BARBIL, NOVEMBER 29, 2025 In a significant step towards promoting ecological conservation and urban greening, JSW Steel’s Odisha Mining Division launched a sapling distribution campaign across schools and colleges in the Keonjhar and Sundergarh districts. The initiative, spearheaded by the company’s Forest and Environment Department, aims to engage local students in environmental stewardship and build awareness about the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, NOVEMBER 30, 2025 The NTPC Northern Region Headquarters in Lucknow hosted the Regional Round of the prestigious NTPC Electron Quiz on Saturday, attracting an impressive turnout of 120 teams from 21 leading engineering and management institutes across Uttar Pradesh. The event, known for its intense competition and intellectual rigor, showcased some of the brightest young minds from ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 29, 2025 Odisha’s growth trajectory has gained impressive momentum in recent months. The state made headlines in the first quarter of 2025–26 (Q1FY26) with the highest number of new project announcements across various sectors, signalling a resurgence in investor confidence. With a 575-km coastline, robust multi-modal connectivity spanning road, air, and waterways, and vast mineral reserves, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, NOVEMBER 29, 2025 O.P. Jindal School, Angul, on Saturday hosted its much-anticipated Annual Exhibition, ExploRise 2025-26, at Eden Garden, Jindal Nagar. The vibrant event showcased nearly 200 innovative and creative projects that highlighted the academic excellence and boundless creativity of the school’s students. With exhibits spanning diverse fields such as Science, Mathematics, Literature, Social Science, Arts, Sports, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 29, 2025 In a heartening display of corporate responsibility, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, launched its Winter Preparedness Drive in the Sundargarh and Jharsuguda districts of Odisha. The initiative, aimed at supporting vulnerable communities, distributed warm winter blankets to over 3,000 people in need across several villages, including Jamkhani, Ghogharpalli, and Kuraloi. The drive, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 29, 2025 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) has been honoured with the prestigious Odisha CSR Excellence Award 2025 by the Odisha CSR Forum. The award was presented by Surama Padhy, Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, in recognition of TPCODL’s exceptional corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, “Adhikaar – Access to Government Schemes.” The Adhikaar program, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, NOVEMBER 28, 2025 In a remarkable display of operational excellence and resilience, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has created history by clocking the fastest-ever 100 million metric tonnes (MMT) cargo throughput in a fiscal year since its inception . The milestone was achieved on November 27, marking a significant leap over previous records and reinforcing Paradip’s position as ...

Company expands electric forklift fleet to 142 units, reinforcing commitment to sustainable logistics THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has announced a major expansion of its electric forklift fleet, now the largest in India. The fleet, powered by lithium-ion batteries, has grown to 142 units, more than doubling its previous size. This milestone, ...

Paradeep Electrical Circle wins Gold in Large Scale Industry Category THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has been awarded the prestigious Premium Gold in the Kalinga Safety Excellence National Awards at the National Safety Conclave 2025. The event took place on 22 November ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 In a significant advancement in precision diagnostics, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS, on Thursday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Digital Pathology Scanner at the Department of Pathology, KIMS. This marks the first installation of such equipment in Odisha, positioning KIMS as one of the few institutions in India to fully integrate digitized ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU WALLDORF/MUMBAI, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 In a landmark move that underscores the accelerating shift toward AI-driven enterprise operations, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has been chosen by SAP for a five-year transformation mandate aimed at modernising the global software leader’s IT landscape and fast-tracking its Cloud and Generative AI (GenAI) adoption. The collaboration will see TCS streamline SAP’s complex IT ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 Tata Power Company Ltd. is set to revolutionize India’s solar manufacturing sector with a massive Rs 10,000 crore investment to establish a state-of-the-art 10-GW ingots and wafers production facility in Odisha. This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the company’s solar cell and panel production capabilities while also serving the growing demand for semiconductor ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 In a move that blends the nation’s love for colour with its greatest sporting passion, Asian Paints has announced a landmark partnership with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), becoming the Official Colour Partner of Indian Cricket for the next three years. The association spans all Men’s, Women’s, and Domestic series ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BARBIL, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 In a significant step toward strengthening regulatory awareness and employee empowerment, JSW Steel’s Odisha Mining Division on Wednesday organised an extensive Labour Codes Awareness Session at its Nuagaon Iron Ore Mine. The initiative focused on enhancing workforce understanding of India’s newly consolidated labour regulations. The session witnessed active participation from 150 employees and officials, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU RAYAGADA, NOVEMBER 26, 2025 Utkal Alumina International Ltd (UAIL), a subsidiary of Utkal Alumina International Ltd (UAIL)under the Aditya Birla Group, observed the 43rd Odisha Mines Safety Week–2025 with a comprehensive series of activities at the Baphlimali Mines, in accordance with directives issued by the Directorate General Mines Safety (DGMS) Bhubaneswar Region. A four-member DGMS team visited the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JAMNAGAR (GUJARAT), NOVEMBER 26, 2025 In a landmark affirmation of India’s wildlife governance, the Twentieth Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, delivered a decisive endorsement of the country’s position on Sunday, declaring that there is no evidence or basis to pursue any action against India regarding wildlife imports. The Standing Committee, backed ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 26, 2025 In a first-of-its-kind festive bonanza for Odisha, Khimji Jewellers, one of the state’s most trusted and iconic jewellery brands, has announced an exclusive Black Friday Sale featuring unprecedented savings across its gold, diamond, and silver jewellery categories. The special offers are available across all Khimji Jewellers showrooms till 30th November 2025, marking a historic ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, NOVEMBER 26, 2025 Emphasising the need to shed remnants of the colonial mindset and embrace a nationalist approach anchored in constitutional values, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said the Constitution remains the guiding text for India’s progress. She was addressing the Constitution Day celebration at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan in the Capital. President Murmu ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, NOVEMBER 26, 2025 The Paradip Port Authority on Tuesday observed Constitution Day, commemorating 76 years since the adoption of the Indian Constitution, with a pledge to strengthen democratic values and promote a just society. Leading the observance, Chairman P. L. Haranadh read out the Preamble to officials and employees, underscoring its timeless relevance. He urged everyone to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 25, 2025 Odisha’s industrial growth push gathered further momentum on Tuesday as the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) approved 20 projects with a combined proposed investment of ₹4,353 crore. The approvals, granted at a meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, mark another significant step in the state’s strategy to attract diversified investments and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 25, 2025 A high-level delegation from Oil India Ltd. on Tuesday met senior Odisha government officials to review the progress of six Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plants being developed across the state, signalling renewed momentum in Odisha’s waste-to-energy transition. The delegation, led by Chairman and Managing Director Dr. Ranjit Rath along with CGM Santanu Kumar Saikia and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 25, 2025 Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday called upon newly appointed government officials to embrace compassion, excellence, continuous learning, and integrity as defining pillars of their public service careers. Addressing thousands of recruits at the 12th Recruitment Fair and Training Program–2025 held at Kalinga Stadium, the Chief Minister delivered a motivational message aimed ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 25, 2025 The Khurda Road Railway Division of the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has set a new national benchmark in freight efficiency, emerging as the fastest division in the entire Indian Railways network to handle 200 million tonnes (MT) of freight traffic in the ongoing financial year. The division reached the milestone in just 235 days, ...