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THEBUSINESSBYTES BURCEAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 19, 2025 Reaffirming its commitment to community health and well-being, Hindalco’s Meenakshi Coal Mine recently organised dental awareness camps at Durubaga Upper Primary School and Kiripsira Upper Primary School in Hemgir, Sundargarh district. Conducted under the company’s CSR programme, the initiative was designed to instill healthy oral hygiene practices among schoolchildren and to spread awareness about ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PURI, AUGUST 18, 2025 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has been felicitated with the prestigious Rathaseva Samman 2025 for its outstanding contribution in ensuring seamless power supply during the sacred Rath Yatra of Mahaprabhu Jagannath at Puri. The recognition was presented by Sambit Patra, Member of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, AUGUST 18, 2025 The curtain came down on the O.P. Jindal Memorial Football Tournament 2025 on Monday with an electrifying finale at Kadam Padia, Angul, as Sports Hostel Cuttack clinched the prestigious O.P. Jindal Cup after a nail-biting penalty shootout against Bargarh United. The contest, which kept thousands of spectators on the edge of their seats, ended ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BENGALURU, AUGUST 18, 2025 Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), has announced its entry into the fast-growing healthy functional beverages market through the acquisition of a majority stake in a Joint Venture with Naturedge Beverages Private Limited. With this strategic move, RCPL aims to strengthen its positioning as a Total Beverage ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 18, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has launched its powerful Independence Day campaign titled “Badhte Bharat Ki Pehchaan”, celebrating the nation’s march towards self-reliance, innovation, and inclusive growth. The campaign underscores how Vedanta Aluminium is driving transformation across vital sectors such as electric mobility, renewable energy, aerospace and defence, and modern infrastructure, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 18, 2025 Kalahandi, a land of rich heritage and resilience, has long carried the weight of stories defined by poverty and hardship. For decades, survival here often meant unimaginable compromises, particularly for mothers striving to provide for their children. In such a setting, the idea of women stepping beyond household boundaries once seemed an impossible dream. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JAMNAGAR (GUJARAT),, AUGUST 18, 2025 Vantara, India’s pioneering wildlife rescue and conservation initiative founded by Anant Ambani, inaugurated its flagship ‘Veterinary Training Course on Introduction to Conservation Medicine’ at its world-class facilities in Jamnagar, Gujarat, today. The inaugural session was graced by eminent dignitaries including Dr. V. Clement Ben, Member Secretary, Central Zoo Authority; Digvijay Singh Khati, former ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 17, 2025 In a significant move, Vedanta Limited, India’s leading conglomerate in critical minerals, energy transition metals, energy, and technology, announced a major milestone — surpassing USD 5 billion in capital expenditure within India. This achievement comes as part of the company’s broader planned investment of USD 8.5 billion in the country. The ongoing investments ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 16, 2025 Odisha’s air connectivity received a significant boost on Saturday with the launch of direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda by Star Air. The first flight on this newly introduced route took off from Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, marking a significant step towards strengthening intra-state travel and convenience for passengers. The service is ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 16, 2025 The United States may refrain from imposing secondary tariffs on India for continuing to purchase Russian crude oil, with President Donald Trump indicating that Moscow has already lost a significant client in New Delhi. Speaking to Fox News aboard Air Force One en route to Alaska, Trump said the US may not move ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, AUGUST 16, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, celebrated the nation’s 79th Independence Day with grandeur and patriotic zeal at its Jharsuguda operations on Friday. The celebrations were preceded by a week-long series of initiatives designed to inspire self-reliance, instil pride, and foster unity among employees, business partners, and the local community. In the run-up ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, AUGUST 16, 2025 Marking the spirit of Independence Day, Uttara Club of NTPC’s Northern Region Headquarters, Lucknow, extended a noble gesture of support to specially-abled individuals by donating motorised tricycles under its CSR initiative on August 15. The distribution ceremony was held under the guidance of Bipasa Deb, President of Uttara Club, and graced by the presence ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, AUGUST 16, 2025 “Freedom is not just a gift, it is a great responsibility — to build the India our freedom fighters dreamed of, for which Mahatma Gandhi struggled, Bhagat Singh gave his life, and countless others made sacrifices,” said Naveen Jindal, Chairman of Jindal Steel and three-time Member of Parliament from Kurukshetra, Haryana, while addressing the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 16, 2025 ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) celebrated the 79th Independence Day with great pride and patriotic enthusiasm across its operational sites in Odisha. At the Paradeep Pellet Plant, Suresha G, Executive Director – Odisha Asset, AM/NS India, unfurled the National Flag in the presence of employees and community members from nearby villages. The ceremony ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 16, 2025 Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited (DCBL), one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, marked the 78th anniversary of the nation’s independence with a heartfelt initiative titled ‘Saluting 78’, honouring the valour and sacrifice of war veterans and ex-servicemen across Eastern India. The initiative was dedicated to celebrating 78 distinguished veterans from Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JODA/BARBIL/TENSA, AUGUST 16, 2025 Jindal Steel celebrated the 79th Independence Day with unmatched patriotic fervour and enthusiasm across its Barbil Pellet Plant and iron ore mining operations in Kasia, Tensa, and Roida. The grand celebrations, which witnessed the active participation of employees along with their families, reflected the company’s unwavering commitment to national pride and unity. The day’s ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 16, 2025 Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, marked the 79th Independence Day with fervent enthusiasm and deep reverence, celebrating the spirit of patriotism, unity, and national pride. The occasion was led by Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak, Pro Vice Chancellor (Administration), whose leadership set the tone for the day’s solemn yet spirited proceedings. The celebrations ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 16, 2025 The 79th Independence Day was celebrated with grandeur and patriotic fervour across all offices of TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), uniting employees and dignitaries in a spirit of pride and devotion to the nation. The central celebration took place at the Corporate Office in Bhubaneswar, where Chief Executive Officer Arvind Singh unfurled the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BARBIL, AUGUST 16, 2025 With patriotic zeal echoing across the nation, JSW Steel’s Odisha Mining Division commemorated the 79th Independence Day with great pride and enthusiasm at its various operational sites in the state on Friday. The celebrations were held at Nuagaon Mines, Jajang Mine, Ganua Mines, Narayanposhi Mines, and the Central Offices in Barbil and Bhubaneswar, each ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, AUGUST 15, 2025 The Northern Region Headquarters (NRHQ) of NTPC Limited celebrated the 79th Independence Day in Lucknow on Friday with patriotic fervour, reinforcing its commitment to power India’s growth through sustainability and innovation. The celebrations began with the hoisting of the tricolour by Goutam Deb, Regional Executive Director (North), who paid solemn tribute to the martyrs ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHADRAK, AUGUST 15, 2025 Ferro Alloys Corporation Ltd. (FACOR) commemorated the 79th Independence Day with spirited celebrations and a strong message of environmental stewardship, hosting dual events at Kathpal and Ostapal schools, as well as government schools in Rampur and Ramkrishnapur Gram Panchayat, Bhadrak. At Kathpal and Ostapal, the tricolour was proudly hoisted by Mines Head Muthumari, followed ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BONGAIGAON, AUGUST 15, 2025 NTPC Bongaigaon celebrated the 79th Independence Day with grandeur and patriotic zeal, resonating with the national spirit of Har Ghar Tiranga at the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Stadium of its 750 MW power station. The event commenced with the ceremonial hoisting of the National Flag by Arnab Maitra, Business Unit Head of the station, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, AUGUST 15, 2025 “Paradip Port’s journey is not just about cargo handling; it is about driving India’s maritime future with sustainable growth, innovation, and unwavering commitment to our people,” said P.L. Haranadh, Chairman of the Paradip Port Authority (PPA), as he addressed the 79th Independence Day celebrations at Gopabandhu Stadium, here on Friday. Speaking as the Chief ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 15, 2025 Delivering his longest and most decisive address from the Red Fort, lasting 103 minutes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today outlined an ambitious vision for a Viksit Bharat by 2047, rooted in self-reliance, innovation, and citizen empowerment. He declared that India’s journey from a dependent nation to a globally confident, technologically advanced and economically ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHADRAK, AUGUST 15, 2025 “Independence Day is not only a celebration of our hard-earned freedom but also a reminder of our responsibility towards the nation and the communities we serve. At FACOR, we are dedicated to advancing India’s growth through sustainable operations, community development, and fostering a culture of togetherness. Today’s festivities embody that very spirit,” said Pankaj ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 15, 2025 Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) on Friday celebrated the 79th Independence Day with grandeur and heartfelt patriotic zeal at its Corporate Office in Bhubaneswar and across all its units and offices nationwide. At the Corporate Office, Chairman and Managing Director Brijendra Pratap Singh unfurled the Tricolour, followed by the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 15, 2025 Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on the 79th Independence Day on Friday, hailed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as one of the most significant economic reforms since its implementation in 2017, underscoring its contribution to the nation’s growth. He emphasised that the next wave of GST reforms ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, AUGUST 14, 2025 In a meaningful step towards inclusion and empowerment, NTPC–Northern Region Headquarters (NRHQ), through its Uttara Club, organised a special outreach programme at Sparsh Rajkiya Drishtibadhit Balika Inter College in Lucknow, focusing on the welfare of visually challenged adolescent girls. The initiative, led by Uttara Club President Bipasa Deb, combined practical support with awareness-building, aiming ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2025 In a powerful display of unity and patriotism, employees of Jindal Steel have donated Rs 2 crore to the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund, following the success of Operation Sindoor, which decisively dismantled terror infrastructure across the border. The donation — equivalent to one day’s salary from thousands of employees — was ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU GURUGRAM, AUGUST 14, 2025 BMW India has announced that it will increase prices across its model range by up to 3 per cent effective September 1, 2025. The luxury carmaker said the revision comes in response to sustained foreign exchange fluctuations and global supply chain challenges, which have pushed up material and logistics costs. Highlighting the company’s strong ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PUNE, AUGUST 14, 2025 SANY India, a leading manufacturer of construction, mining, logistics, and energy equipment, marked India’s 79th Independence Day with the launch of its latest innovation — the SY35U PRO, an advanced 3.5-ton hydraulic excavator engineered for superior performance, enhanced comfort, and high reliability. Designed and manufactured at SANY’s Pune facility, the SY35U PRO is tailored ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2025 In a significant push to strengthen credit access for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) has signed Memoranda of Understandings (MoUs) with leading private sector banks including Axis Bank, Dhanlaxmi Bank, Karnataka Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, and IndusInd Bank under its MSME Credit Facilitation Program. The ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2025 Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) on Thursday announced the nationwide launch of its network-side Anti-Spam and Anti-Smishing protection for mobile customers, delivering a “safe, secure, and always connected” experience without requiring any app installation or user intervention. The system, which filters malicious SMS links in real time before delivery, ensures that phishing URLs ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 14, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has rolled out a comprehensive series of targeted monsoon health initiatives to strengthen community well-being in Rayagada and Kalahandi districts of Odisha. These interventions are being delivered through the company’s Mobile Health Unit (MHU) programme, a cornerstone of its community development efforts. More than 1,500 people benefited from ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2025 India’s wholesale price inflation slid deeper into the negative zone in July, touching a two-year low of (-) 0.58 per cent year-on-year, as easing food and fuel costs provided relief to producers and consumers alike. The fall, revealed in Commerce and Industry Ministry data on Thursday, comes after June’s reading of (-) 0.13 ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2025 Transforming India’s research institutions into globally competitive powerhouses requires bold reforms, institutional benchmarking, and stronger academia–industry linkages, according to Dr. V. K. Saraswat, Member, NITI Aayog. Delivering the closing address at the Fifth Consultative Meeting on “Ease of Doing Research & Development (R&D)” in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, Saraswat stressed that reducing friction across ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2025 Casio India, a subsidiary of Japan’s Casio Computer Co. Ltd., has announced the sale of its first locally manufactured watch models, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s India journey. The move reflects Casio’s strategic vision to expand its local footprint, strengthen product availability, and align with India’s national manufacturing goals while staying ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 13, 2025 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, is driving social transformation through its flagship CSR initiatives – Project Daksh and the Odisha Green Jobs Academy. These programs are equipping rural youth and women with industry-ready skills, unlocking pathways to employment, financial independence, and sustainable ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 13, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, marked International Youth Day by celebrating the dynamism and innovation of its young workforce, which is redefining manufacturing, sustainability, and technology across its operations in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh. With an average employee age of just 31 and 65 per cent of its workforce under the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 13, 2025 In a major step towards modernizing India’s vocational training ecosystem, the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, in partnership with the Skill Development & Technical Education Department, Government of Odisha, convened a Consultative Workshop on the National Scheme for ITI Upgradation at the World Skill Center, Bhubaneswar. The workshop served ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, August 13, 2025 SBI Life Insurance, one of India’s most trusted private life insurers, has launched its latest protection offering — ‘SBI Life – Smart Shield Plus’ — a next-generation term insurance plan designed to meet the changing protection needs of today’s consumers. An individual, non-linked, non-participating pure risk life insurance product, ‘Smart Shield Plus’ provides a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, AUGUST 13, 2025 Odysse Electric Vehicles, one of India’s fastest-growing premium electric two-wheeler manufacturers, today rolled out its latest high-speed electric scooter – Odysse SUN – designed to redefine urban commuting with a blend of performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology. Engineered for the modern rider, the Odysse SUN boasts a top speed of 70 km/h and an ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PUNE, AUGUST 13, 2025 Finolex Cables Ltd. (FCL), India’s leading manufacturer of electrical and communication cables, on Tuesday announced a strong performance for the first quarter of FY 2025-26, with revenues reaching ₹1,395.5 crore, up 13 per cent from ₹1,230.5 crore in the same period last year. The company’s growth was driven by a significant 96 per cent ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU AHMEDABAD, AUGUST 13, 2025 In a remarkable blend of heritage and resilience, Bhojrajbhai Damjibhai, a differently abled Mashroo weaving artisan from Gadhshisha, Kutch, has been conferred the prestigious ‘National Handloom Award 2025’ for bringing back to life the rare ‘Bharasai Mashroo’ design — a 400-year-old floral motif once thought lost to history. The award was presented on the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 13, 2025 “Greed is a disease with no cure, and it lies at the root of the decline in our social values,” asserted Justice N. Santosh Hegde, former Supreme Court judge and retired Karnataka Lokayukta, in a forthright address at KIIT Law School on “Fall in Social Values and Its Consequences”. Lamenting the relentless pursuit of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, AUGUST 13, 2025 In a strong show of commitment to a healthier and addiction-free society, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Wednesday hosted a special pledge ceremony and awareness seminar under the ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’ (Drug-Free India Campaign), a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. Held at the PPA Administrative ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 12, 2025 “Odisha is a land full of opportunities — rich in both natural and human resources. With schemes like Lakhyapati Didi, the government is empowering women and promoting rural entrepreneurship. MSME development in these regions is key to inclusive growth,” said Gokula Nanda Mallik, Minister of State for Fisheries & Animal Resources Development, and MSME, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 12, 2025 In what has become one of India’s most inspiring public utility success stories, Odisha’s power sector has undergone a remarkable transformation, emerging as a national model for electricity distribution reform. Since 2020, through a visionary Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with Tata Power, the state has tackled chronic inefficiencies, modernised ageing infrastructure, and expanded access to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 12, 2025 At one of the world’s largest and most advanced aluminium plants, a quiet revolution is underway. Young professionals at Vedanta Aluminium’s Jharsuguda smelter are increasingly taking charge of roles once thought to be the domain of seasoned veterans — leading high-impact operations and reshaping the future of Indian industry. Armed with innovative ideas, a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, AUGUST 12, 2025 The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four major semiconductor manufacturing projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), marking a fresh push towards strengthening the nation’s chip-making capabilities. With a combined investment of around ₹4,600 crore, these units are set to come up in Odisha, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh, ...