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THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU SUNDARGARH, JULY 14, 2025 Demonstrating its unwavering dedication to community welfare, Mahanadi Mines and Minerals has launched a transformative eye care initiative, positively impacting 300 villagers across four remote villages in Sundargarh district. This meaningful outreach reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainable and inclusive development with a sharp focus on rural health. The latest leg of the distribution ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BARBIL, JULY 14, 2025 JSW Steel’s Odisha mining division stood out with remarkable distinction at the grand finale of the 42nd Annual Mines Safety Week–2024 (AMSWC), clinching two prestigious Overall Performance Awards. The high-profile event was conducted under the aegis of the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS), Bhubaneswar Region, on Sunday. Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to safety ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JAJPUR, JULY 14, 2025 Marking a transformative stride toward inclusive and people-centric development, the Bansidhar & Ila Panda Foundation (BIPF) — the CSR arm of Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys Limited (IMFA) — ceremoniously launched its two flagship community outreach initiatives, Kanya Express and e-Shikshya Express, in Kalinganagar, Jajpur on Monday. The launch event was graced by P. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, JULY 14, 2025 Ageas Federal Life Insurance, one of India’s leading private life insurers, has announced the launch of the India Sector Leaders Fund — a first-of-its-kind offering in the life insurance space. This pioneering fund provides policyholders the opportunity to invest in top-performing domestic equities, with a focus on medium- to long-term wealth creation. Launched at ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 14, 2025 In a powerful drive to foster community engagement across India’s villages, towns, and metro cities, children from SOS Children’s Villages India, who are part of Bal Panchayats, are taking to the streets with compelling performances that champion child rights and development. Through vibrant street plays, these young change-makers are raising awareness about the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, JULY 14, 2025 Capri Global Housing Finance Limited (CGHFL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capri Global Capital Ltd., has been awarded at the inaugural Housing and Housing Finance Excellence Awards 2024–25 instituted by the National Housing Bank (NHB). The recognition, presented in New Delhi, celebrates CGHFL’s exemplary performance in the ₹1,000–₹5,000 crore housing loan portfolio category. This prestigious ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, JULY 12, 2025 The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) on Saturday commemorated its 44th Foundation Day with a landmark celebration in Chennai, reaffirming its vital role in shaping India’s rural transformation. The event showcased NABARD’s enduring legacy, while also launching bold, forward-looking initiatives aimed at deepening its development impact across the country. The commemorative ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 12, 2025 As the colossal chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Gooddess Subhadra rolled through Puri’s Grand Road this Rath Yatra, TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) — a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha — rolled out help of another kind: its Mobile Health Dispensaries (MHDs). Operated under the CSR health ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 12, 2025 Indriya, the premium jewellery brand from the Aditya Birla Group, has inaugurated its first-ever store in Bhubaneswar, marking a strategic foray into Odisha’s culturally rich and design-conscious market. The launch reflects Indriya’s vision to redefine jewellery retail by offering a harmonious blend of tradition, innovation, and immersive experiences. Speaking at the launch, Ananthanarayanan Hariharan, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 11, 2025 Further reinforcing its commanding leadership as Odisha’s No. 1 digital service provider, Reliance Jio has once again emerged at the forefront by registering the highest addition of new mobile subscribers in the state for May 2025. According to the latest telecom subscription data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Jio added ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU SHILLONG, JULY 11, 2025 Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, underscored the Government of India’s commitment to empowering youth through industry-integrated learning while addressing the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme (PMIS) North-East Roundtable held at the Courtyard by Marriott, Shillong. The high-profile event was also attended by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and senior officials ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 10, 2025 In a significant crackdown on corruption, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended the Chief Manager (Mining) of Mahanadi Coal Limited (MCL), Basundhara Area, Sundergarh, Odisha, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹20,000. According to official sources, the case was registered by the CBI on July 9, 2025, following a complaint ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 10, 2025 At the milestone 60th Annual General Meeting of Vedanta Ltd., Chairman Anil Agarwal unveiled a transformative vision for the company’s future, anchored in a bold ‘3D Strategy’—Demerger, Diversification, and Deleveraging. This strategic blueprint is aimed at doubling the size of the company while unlocking maximum value for stakeholders, setting the stage for Vedanta’s ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LANJIGARH, JULY 10, 2025 In a powerful showcase of grassroots entrepreneurship and women’s empowerment, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, spotlighted the success of rural women entrepreneurs from Kalahandi district at the Vikas Mela 2025. Organized to mark the first anniversary of the Odisha government under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, the event served ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU TIRUNELVELI, JULY 10, 2025 As India fast-tracks its clean energy mission in pursuit of its Net Zero goal by 2030, solar energy stands at the forefront of this national transformation. In Odisha, where energy demand is rising steadily and policy support for renewables is strong, the momentum for solar adoption has never been greater. At the centre of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, JULY 9, 2025 The sacred precincts of Devbhoomi Temple in Jindal Nagar resonated with chants of devotion and spiritual ecstasy as Mahaprabhu Jagannath, Mahaprabhu Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Sudarshan made their divine return to their sanctum during the Neeladri Bije celebration. Thousands of devotees from Jindal Nagar and neighbouring villages gathered in reverence to witness the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, JULY 9, 2025 Reaffirming its steadfast commitment to environmental sustainability and green initiatives, NTPC Northern Region Headquarters carried out a large-scale plantation drive on Wednesday under the banner of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0’ campaign. Spearheading the event was Goutam Deb, Regional Executive Director (North), who personally planted saplings at the NTPC NRHQ campus in ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 9, 2025 In a vibrant tribute to Odisha’s most revered spiritual festival, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, concluded its Rath Yatra 2025 celebrations with grandeur and devotion, reaching out to over 5 lakh devotees across the state. Blending deep spiritual observance with rich cultural expression, the celebrations reaffirmed Vedanta’s unwavering commitment to preserving Odisha’s ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, JULY 8, 2025 NTPC Limited, India’s largest power utility, has announced the appointment of Goutam Deb as the new Regional Executive Director (North). In his new role, Deb will oversee operations across NTPC’s projects in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, as well as the Northern Region Headquarters based in Lucknow. Alongside this, he will also hold the key ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 8, 2025 Once synonymous with famine, malnutrition, and disease, Kalahandi in Odisha is now steadily emerging as a beacon of rural health and hope — thanks to the tireless efforts of doctors and healthcare teams supported by Vedanta Aluminium. In remote villages where medical access was once a distant dream, the reassuring presence of doctors and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 8, 2025 Sonalika Tractors, India’s leading tractor export brand, has begun FY’26 on a high note, achieving its highest-ever Q1 overall sales of 43,603 tractors during April–June 2025. Renowned for its robust, farmer-centric innovations, the company continues to set new benchmarks in the agri-machinery sector, driven by its promise of ‘Dum Aage Badhne Ka’ and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, JULY 8, 2025 In a significant move to promote informed shareholder participation, the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) have jointly introduced a new Proxy Advisor Voting feature within their respective investor platforms. The feature, aimed at strengthening retail engagement in corporate governance, was officially launched by Securities and Exchange Board ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, JULY 8, 2025 Odysse Electric Vehicles, one of India’s fastest-growing premium electric two-wheeler manufacturers, has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of the all-new Racer Neo, a refined and upgraded version of its widely popular Racer model. Priced attractively at ₹52,000 for the Graphene variant and ₹63,000 for the Lithium-ion version (ex-showroom), the Racer Neo is ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 7, 2025 Jindal (India) Limited, a key entity of the B.C. Jindal Group and a major player in downstream steel products, has received a Letter of Approval (LoA) to set up a ₹3,600 crore greenfield steel manufacturing plant in Dhenkanal, Odisha. The project, approved by the High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) under the chairmanship of Chief ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BARBIL, JULY 8, 2025 JSW Steel’s Narayanposhi iron and manganese mine in Odisha has been awarded the prestigious 5-Star rating by the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India. The honour recognizes the mine’s outstanding performance in sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and corporate social responsibility. The award was presented at a special ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 7, 2025 In a remarkable display of devotion and service, the Jindal Foundation — the social arm of Jindal Steel & Power — served over two million (20 lakh) freshly prepared traditional meals to devotees during the Rath Yatra 2025 in Puri. The initiative, rooted in a decade-long tradition of selfless service, spanned 11 days — ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 7, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has been delivering quality healthcare services to over 35,000 residents across 52 remote villages in Odisha through its flagship Mobile Health Unit (MHU) initiative. Operating in the districts of Rayagada, Kalahandi, Sundargarh, and Jharsuguda, the company has conducted more than 2,000 free health camps over the past two ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 7, 2025 Tata Steel is advancing its mission to build a more sustainable and inclusive future by placing human rights and environmental stewardship at the core of its operations. Guided by ethical principles and shaped through stakeholder engagement, the company’s comprehensive sustainability strategy addresses key social and environmental challenges. At the heart of Tata Steel’s decarbonization ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PURI, JULY 7, 2025 AWL Agri Business Ltd. (formerly Adani Wilmar Ltd.), one of India’s largest food FMCG companies, has launched an ambitious and culturally immersive campaign for Rath Yatra 2025 in Puri. Blending devotion with innovation, the company aims to offer devotees a multi-sensory experience that brings together the richness of local tradition with the power of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 7, 2025 JioBlackRock Asset Management Pvt. Ltd., a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and global investment giant BlackRock, has successfully concluded its maiden New Fund Offer (NFO), raising an impressive ₹17,800 crore (approximately USD 2.1 billion). The three-day offering, launched on June 30, 2025, and closed on July 2, marks one ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 7, 2025 India’s overall automobile retail sales across all vehicle segments rose 4.84 per cent year-on-year in June 2025, crossing the 20.03 lakh mark, according to data released by the Federation of Automotive Dealers Associations (FADA). The growth was primarily fuelled by festival and marriage-season demand, despite market headwinds such as financing constraints and supply-side ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 7, 2025 Aviva Life Insurance, one of India’s leading private life insurers, has been honoured with the prestigious Product of the Year 2025 award in two prominent categories—Life Insurance – Retirement Income and Life Insurance – ULIP. The accolades were based on a nationwide consumer survey conducted by NielsenIQ, as part of the 17th edition of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 7, 2025 Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s premier public sector banks, has launched its highly anticipated retail loan campaign, “PNB Monsoon Bonanza 2025,” aimed at accelerating retail credit growth while enhancing customer convenience and affordability. The campaign, which came into effect from July 1, 2025, offers a host of attractive benefits across home ...

Promotes PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana at Puri Bada Danda THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PURI, JULY 5, 2025 Amid the spiritual grandeur of Rath Yatra 2025, TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) — a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha — has taken a significant step to blend devotion with sustainability by actively promoting the PM Surya ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, JULY 5, 2025     Jindal Nagar and its neighbouring villages in Angul reverberated with chants of devotion and spiritual euphoria as thousands of devotees came together to celebrate the sacred occasion of Bahuda Yatra — the divine return journey of the Holy Trinity: Mahaprabhu Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, Mahaprabhu Jagannath, and Lord Sudarshan from the Gundicha Temple to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BONGAIGAON, July 4, 2025 In a meaningful observance of International Plastic Bag Free Day, the Environment Management Group (EMG) of NTPC Bongaigaon conducted a special awareness session for the participants of the Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) 2025, fostering awareness about the environmental hazards of plastic usage and encouraging sustainable living practices. The interactive session focused on sensitising young ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 4, 2025 Vedanta has lauded the launch of the National Aluminium Vision Document by G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister for Coal and Mines, calling it a transformative milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a global leader in aluminium production. The Vision Document lays out a strategic roadmap to build an Aatmanirbhar aluminium industry aligned with ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, JULY 4, 2025 A significant chapter in India’s maritime heritage began today as the foundation stone was laid for the iconic Kalinga Maritime Museum at Paradip Port. This visionary project is set to become a landmark institution celebrating Odisha’s rich seafaring legacy and showcasing cutting-edge architectural design. The groundbreaking ceremony was led by P. L. Haranadh, Chairman ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JULY 3, 2025 In a groundbreaking initiative to promote sustainable livelihoods and eco-friendly practices, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Subhalaxmi Cooperative, one of India’s largest rural women’s cooperatives. This partnership will pave the way for the establishment of a women-led fly ash brick manufacturing facility in ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PURI, JULY 3, 2025 Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, celebrated the 4th edition of its prestigious DSP Expert Rath Shilpkar Samman as part of the ongoing Rath Yatra 2025 festivities, held from June 27 to July 5. The annual celebration, a key component of the company’s flagship initiative Saluting the Expert, honours the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BONGAIGAON, JULY 2, 2025 NTPC Bongaigaon launched the Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) 2025 on Tuesday with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of purpose. The inaugural ceremony was graced by Masanda Partin, District Commissioner, Kokrajhar; Arnab Maitra, Head of Project, NTPC Bongaigaon; and Kasturi Maitra, President of the Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club. Now in its fourth year, the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 2, 2025 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has added another feather to its cap by winning the prestigious Industry Award in the Transmission & Distribution category at the 19th National Awards for Excellence in Cost Management – 2024 and the 8th CMA Awards – ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 2, 2025 India stands at a decisive crossroads in its industrial journey — one that promises not just economic acceleration, but long-term strategic self-reliance. Central to this opportunity is a dusty red ore buried deep within the earth: bauxite. As the primary feedstock for aluminium, bauxite powers a broad spectrum of modern industries — from smart ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 2, 2025 Reaffirming its steadfast commitment to community welfare, the Jindal Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Jindal Steel & Power, has once again played a vital role in the grand Rath Yatra festival of Puri. Marking its 11th consecutive year of service, the Foundation has already provided more than 10 lakh freshly cooked, nutritious, and hygienic ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, JULY 2, 2025 Devbhoomi, Jindal Nagar, transformed into a vibrant epicentre of spirituality and devotion as it celebrated the auspicious occasion of Hera Panchami on Tuesday with grandeur and grace. The sacred event, deeply rooted in the Jagannath tradition, was marked by elaborate rituals, vibrant processions, and the collective faith of thousands of devotees. The revered Pratham ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 1, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, marked the commencement of the iconic Rath Yatra festival in Puri with a host of thoughtful and inclusive initiatives aimed at fostering community welfare, cultural reverence, and spiritual devotion. The company’s contributions once again reinforced its unwavering commitment to preserving Odisha’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage. Every ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BANGALORE, JULY 1, 2025 Canara Bank, one of India’s leading public sector banks, is proudly celebrating its 120th Foundation Day today, reaffirming its commitment to customer-centric innovation and inclusive banking. Established in 1906, the bank has evolved into a cornerstone of India’s financial landscape, with a rich legacy built on trust, service, and social responsibility. Marking this historic ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JUNE 30, 2025 Reaffirming its commitment to inclusive economic development, Bank of Baroda, one of India’s leading public sector banks, has significantly boosted financial support to the Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) and Agriculture sectors in Odisha. Marking the occasion of World MSME Day (June 27), the Bank announced that it had sanctioned over ₹5,000 crore ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JUNE 30, 2025 “Our doctors, nurses, and medical staff are the true champions of community health. Their unwavering commitment and tireless service have brought quality healthcare within reach for lakhs of people who need it the most. On Doctor’s Day, we salute their spirit and reaffirm our resolve to support them in their mission to create ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JUNE 30, 2025 Virtusa Corporation, a global leader in digital business strategy, digital engineering, and IT services, has been recognized as one of India’s Top 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2025 by the esteemed Great Place to Work® Institute. This accolade underscores Virtusa’s unwavering commitment to creating a high-trust, high-performance workplace culture that fosters career ...