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TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 22, 2023 Information Technology Association of Odisha (ITAO) on Friday announced that IT EXPO-2023 with the theme Discover online, Experience Offline’ will be held at Janata Maidan in the Capital City of Odisha from October 5. The four-day expo will offer deep insights on recent market trends, products and services to masses.  More than 50 IT-based ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 22, 2023 Batting for gender inclusivity in the logistics sector, Odisha Commerce & Transport Department Principal Secretary Usha Padhee on  Friday said that it is already visible in many e-commerce companies that projects become more successful whenever women are included. “Therefore, we should not see logistics as a sector for men only. Time has come to ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 22, 2023 As part of its expansion plan in Odisha, Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted and leading jewellery brands, will launch its brand new showroom at Master Canteen Square, here on Sunday (September 24). It will be Kalyan Jewellers’ third outlet in Bhubaneswar and fifth in Odisha. Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor will inaugurate the ...

TBB BUREAU PUNE, SEPT 22, 2023 Finolex Cables Limited, a leading manufacturer of electrical and communication cables in India, on Friday announced the launch of its latest innovation in home automation – smart switches and smart door locks. These cutting-edge products are designed to elevate convenience, security, and energy efficiency, integrating seamlessly into the consumers’ modern lifestyle. Homeowners can now ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 21, 2023 Navratna CPSE National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) registered the highest-ever metal sale of 4.64 lakh tonnes which also included the highest-ever domestic metal sale in the financial  year 2022-23 (FY23). Though the plants have become more than 40 years old, they have operated beyond 100 percent rated capacity because of proper upkeep and maintenance, ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 21, 2023 Punjab National Bank (PNB) on Thursday announced the launch of ‘PNB Swagat’, an innovative and fully digital personal loan scheme tailored for new customers. This ground-breaking initiative is designed to streamline and expedite the loan application process, providing instant loan approval and disbursement without the need for customers to visit a physical branch. ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 21, 2023 Motorola, India’s best 5G smartphone brand, on Thursday announced the launch of its latest offering in the edge series, the motorola edge 40 neo. Staying ahead of the curve, the motorola edge 40 neo is a true head turner as it has been launched in PANTONE curated trend-setting color options, in an elegant, ...

TBB BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, SEPT 21, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, recently conducted a comprehensive fire mock drill at the DAV School, Jharsuguda. The aim of the drill was to enhance the school’s fire emergency response capabilities and familiarize community members with fire mitigation methods towards effectively managing fire-related emergencies. The mock drill drew active participation from over ...

TBB BUREAU BENGALURU, SEPT 20, 2023 Acer, one of the leading gaming PC brands, on Wednesday unveiled its latest addition to the gaming laptop line-up, the Nitro V. This new entry comes with advanced features and enhancements in performance that aim to elevate the gaming journey. It boasts the remarkable NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 graphics processing unit that comes with ...

TBB BUREAU BENGALURU/KOLKATA, SEPT 20, 2023 Manipal Hospitals, the second-largest hospital chain in India, on Wednesday announced its acquisition of 84 per cent stake in AMRI Hospitals Ltd. The acquisition fits into the growth strategy of Manipal Hospitals to have a larger footprint and expanded presence in Eastern India as the largest hospital chain in that region. The clinical expertise ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 20, 2023 Tata Steel welcomes the publication of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) final recommendations on nature-related risk management and disclosure. These recommendations will  guide companies and capital providers towards more informed decision-making and ultimately contribute to a shift in global financial flows toward nature-positive outcomes and the goals of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity ...

TBB BUREAU AHMEDABAD, SEPT 20, 2023 Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) and French oil giant TotalEnergies  on Wednesday said they have entered into a binding agreement to create a new joint venture (JV), equally owned by TotalEnergies and AGEL, with a 1050 MW portfolio. This portfolio will comprise a mix of already operational (300 MW), under construction (500 MW) and ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 20, 2023 Startup Odisha, an initiative of the MSME Department of the Government of Odisha has today launched a one-of-its-kind Rs 100 crore Odisha Startup Growth Fund (Fund of Funds) with Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) as the fund manager. This fund is truly unique due to its perpetual nature. When the initial corpus ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 20, 2023 Bank of Baroda (BoB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, on Wednesday announced that it has enabled UPI LITE – Small Value on Device Wallet. UPI LITE is a wallet that allows users to make instant, small value digital payments with only one tap without the use of a UPI PIN. UPI LITE ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 20, 2023 HTech, a comprehensive solutions provider, on Wednesday announced the launch of HONOR 90 5G in Odisha, with several bank offers and exchange discounts. The Honor 90 5G runs on Android 13-based Magic OS 7.1 and features a 6.7-inch 1.5K (1,200×2,664 pixels) AMOLED display with 120Hz resolution and up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness. ...

TBB BUREAU BERHAMPUR, SEPT 19, 2023 TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL), driven by its commitment to support local communities within its operational sphere, has taken a significant stride towards fostering opportunities for skill development, knowledge enhancement, and employability by establishing a Vocational Training Centre (VTC). In a strategic partnership with the Pratham Education Foundation, TPSODL inaugurated this transformative center ...

TBB BUREAU RANCHI, SEPT 19, 2023 NTPC Coal Mining Headquarters, Ranchi is observing Hindi Pakhwada from September 14 to 29, 2023. As part of the observance various competitions among the company employees and their family members are being held to propagate Hindi. In a bid to encourage the use of Hindi, Rajbhasha Quiz with general knowledge Hindi competition was held ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 19, 2023 Global technology consulting and digital solutions company LTIMindtree has announced the launch of Testing as a Service for Oracle SaaS. Following the success of RELY – a comprehensive suite of assurance and compliance services platform for enterprise applications – this new offering sets a new standard for Oracle SaaS testing. LTIMindtree’s Testing as a ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 19, 2023 Khyaal, India’s number 1 senior citizen app, on Tuesday announced its strategic partnership with Tata 1mg, a leading digital healthcare platform. This collaboration marks a significant step towards enhancing the quality of life for senior citizens across India. Under this alliance, Khyaal and Tata 1mg will work in tandem to offer integrated health ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 19, 2023 Reliance Jio, the world’s largest private mobile data network, on Tuesday launched the Jio AirFiber and its related services in eight metro cities – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune. Jio offers its home devices together with the Jio AirFiber at no extra cost. These devices include a Wi-Fi router, a ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 19, 2023 JSP Foundation Chairperson Shallu Jindal has been conferred with the ‘International Woman of the Year’ Award at the Swadeshi Mela Indian American Trade Fair organized by the DTribals Foundation in collaboration with the Indian Embassy in Chicago, USA. She was conferred with this prestigious award for her outstanding contribution to social change, impacting 10 ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 18, 2023 Dalmia Bharat Limited, one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, honoured 162 experienced contractors across the Eastern Region as part of their ‘Aap Hai Sachche Viswakarma’ initiative, an annual tradition celebrated during the auspicious Viswakarma Puja festival. Dalmia Bharat’s ‘Aap Hai Sachche Viswakarma’ initiative aims to appreciate and acknowledge the invaluable contributions of constructors whose ...

TBB BUREAU PUNE, SEPT 18, 2023 Bank of Baroda (BoB) was awarded the second prize under the ‘Rajbhasha Kirti Puraskar’ Scheme of the Government of India for the year 2022-23 in the Nationalized Banks category. BoB Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer Debadatta Chand received the award during the Hindi Diwas Celebration-2023 and third All India Official Language Conference held ...

TBB BUREAU ANGUL, SEPT 17, 2023 Jindal Steel and Power (JSP) celebrated Lord Vishwakarma Puja at its Angul Plant premises with active participation from the community and the entire workforce. JSP Executive Director Damodar Mittal and his wife Anita Mittal, along with departmental heads such as Atul Dubey, Shyam Maheshwari, Subhash Chander, DB Pani, Sarat Panda and others joined the ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 16, 2023 In a bid to motivate customers to clear their dues promptly and become zero-arrear consumers, TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) on Saturday announced the launch of its innovative “Bill Pay and Win Scheme”. Under this scheme, TPCODL is offering customers a golden opportunity not only to manage their electricity bills efficiently but also ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 16, 2023 On the occasion of National Engineers’ Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, re-committed itself to nurturing its workforce, comprising thousands of highly skilled engineers in several functions, towards contributing to the rich legacy of Indian engineering. In doing so, the company aims to celebrate their unwavering dedication to driving operational excellence and ...

TBB BUREAU BERHAMPUR, SEPT 16, 2023 With the festive season fast approaching, electricity discom TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) is fully prepared to ensure a seamless and uninterrupted power supply during that time. As part of its commitment to safety, TPSODL has undertaken several initiatives and released essential guidelines for temporary structures and puja pandals. To ensure safety and ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 15, 2023 GreenCell Mobility (GreenCell), a leading player in the electric mass mobility space, promoted by Eversource Capital, and VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at jointly participating in the rapidly evolving Indian electric vehicle (EV) market, thereby contributing to a more sustainable future. The MoU signed between GreenCell ...

TBB BUREAU AHMEDABAD, SEPT 15, 2023 Adani Wind, the wind energy solutions division of Adani New Industries Limited (ANIL), on Thursday announced that its 5.2 MW wind turbine generator (WTG) has been enlisted in the Revised List of Models and Manufacturers (RLMM) published by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). This listing signals that the 5.2 MW WTG ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 15, 2023 Aditya Aluminium, a state-of-the-art aluminium smelter equipped with cutting-edge global technologies, has been honoured with the prestigious Pollution Control Excellence Award 2023 from State Pollution Control Board (SPCB), Odisha. This recognition celebrates the facility’s exceptional dedication to implementing robust pollution control measures and sustainable environmental management practices. Aditya Aluminium, located at Lapanga in Sambalpur ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 15, 2023 Capri Global Capital Ltd (CGCL), a diversified non-banking financial company, has launched the “Farz Nibhaatey Hain” brand campaign to reaffirm its commitment to credit inclusion. The relatable, emotional, and relevant omnichannel brand campaign reiterates its responsibility towards the unbanked borrowers of India. Conceptualized by Rediffusion, the campaign showcases CGCL’s human value proposition while bringing ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 15, 2023 Utkal Alumina International Limited (UAIL), a subsidiary of Aditya Birla Group has initiated “Project Kushali’ in collaboration with Sri Ganesh Driving Training School with the prime objective of opening a window of employment opportunities for youngsters in the rural areas. Launched since April 13, 2022 in Nuapada village under Kashipur Block of Rayagada District ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 15, 2023 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has launched the OBD2-compliant CB200X at an ex-showroom price of INR 146,999. The updated motorcycle has a 10-year warranty package, three-year standard, and seven years optional. The motorcycle has been designed to deliver comfort on long rides, with some off-road abilities. Powered by 184.40cc, 4-stroke, single-cylinder BS6 ...

TBB BUREAU RANCHI, SEPT 15, 2023 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday dedicated the MGR (Merry-Go-Round) system — from Talaipalli Coal Mine to NTPC Lara STPS — to the nation at a programme in Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh. The 65-km-long electrified MGR System will play a key role in generation of low cost and reliable power from NTPC Lara, thus ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 14, 2023 In a thriving economy, the availability of electricity plays a pivotal role in shaping the foundation. Tata Power Odisha Distribution Limited (Tata Power Odisha Discoms) has emerged as a key catalyst in this transformative journey by establishing a robust infrastructure to ensure the delivery of quality and reliable power supply. Distinguished by its commitment ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 14, 2023 Odisha Startup Xpress, a flagship initiative of the Government of Odisha, is set to kick off in various schools in the Khordha district starting Friday. Xpress Vans will visit a total of 60+ schools across 30 districts of Odisha to guide and empower young minds in the realms of innovation and entrepreneurship at the ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 14, 2023 Punjab National Bank (PNB), nation’s leading public sector bank, was honoured with the Rajbhasha Kirti first prize for the year 2022-23 at the Hindi Diwas Celebrations held during Third All India Official Language Conference 2023. T The Bank was also awarded the Rajbhasha Kirti second prize for the year 2022-23 for their in-house ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 14, 2023 Grasim Industries Limited, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, on Thursday unveiled the brand name of its paints business, ‘Birla Opus’. The market launch of ‘Birla Opus’ is scheduled for Q4FY24. Grasim will offer a full suite of high-quality products in the decorative paints segment. Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla ...

TBB BUREAU RANCHI, SEPT 14, 2023 On Hindi Diwas on Thursday, NTPC Coal Mining Headquarters, Ranchi inaugurated the Hindi Fortnight under the guidance of Animesh Jain, Chief General Manager (In-charge) in the presence of senior officials, head of the departments and employees. To celebrate the day in a befitting manner, employees took the Hindi Pledge which aimed for the propagation ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 14, 2023 “Domestic refractory manufacturers should establish their base closer to major steel clusters to reduce the steel industry’s reliance on imports. Tata Steel is leading the way in sustainable steel manufacturing through partnerships with global technology experts,” said Tata Steel Kalinganagar Vice President – Operations Rajiv Kumar. Addressing the inaugural session of the International Seminar ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 14, 2023 “Odisha is committed towards the growth of Mining and Metal Sector by promoting exploration, auctioning more blocks, expediting the operationalisation of these blocks keeping in mind the concept of sustainability in line with the National Mineral Policy of the Nation,” said Odisha Steel & Mines Minister Prafulla Kumar Mallick while addressing a conference on ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 14, 2023 Indian paper manufacturers could see revenue decline 8-10 per cent this fiscal, compared with a steep 30 per cent growth last fiscal, with average realisations expected to soften in keeping with lower raw material prices, and given intense competition, rating agency CRISIL said in a report. Volume is seen rising 5-7 per cent ...

TBB BUREAU LANJIGARH, SEPT 14, 2023 Vedanta Limited’s Lanjigarh unit, India’s premier producer of metallurgical alumina, provides a wide range of basic and specialized health services to the underserved communities in remote regions of Odisha. This year Vedanta Lanjigarh extended its healthcare support to Sibapadar village in Muniguda Block of Rayagada district through a mega health camp, reaching out to ...

TBB BUREAU DHAMRA PORT, SEPT 13, 2023 Adani Foundation is implementing Uthhan Project in 46 government-run primary schools of Dosinga, Karanjmal and Paiksahi educational cluster of Dhamra region under Bhadrak District. The project is striving to ensure grade-specific learning level among over 3000 primary school children on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) by engaging 46 Sahayaks – The community volunteers ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 13, 2023 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, proudly announces its exceptional achievement at the 5th ‘Chapter Convention on Quality Concept 2023’, organized by Quality Circle Forum of India (QCFI) in Bhubaneswar from September 9th to 10th at Silicon Institute of Technology. Under the theme ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, SEPT 13, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium observed National Nutrition Week by rallying its employees, their families and community members to participate in several events aimed at raising awareness around the need for enhanced nutritional practices. To boost community engagement and participation in the initiative, the company integrated its awareness efforts with the #RunForZeroHunger campaign, a social impact ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 13, 2023 Tata Power Solar Systems Limited (TPSSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TREPL), the energy solutions wing of the Tata Group, has partnered with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), the principal financial institution for MSMEs in India, to provide loans to MSMEs looking to install rooftop Solar PV ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, SEPT 12, 2023 Odisha Starup Yatra 2023 has embarked on a remarkable journey from Khordha with enthusiastic participation from 1500-odd students, where 107 innovative ideas were generated from across 15 colleges. It has laid solid foundation to materialising the State Government’s ambition of creating 5000 Startups by 2025. Inaugurated by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday, the ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 12, 2023 As the much-awaited festive season begins, Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector banks, today announced the launch of “BOB Ke Sang Tyohaar Ki Umang” festive campaign, which will run up to 31st December, 2023. Bank of Baroda’s festival offers include the launch of 4 new savings accounts with a host ...

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, SEPT 12, 2023 Hindalco Industries Ltd. the world’s largest aluminium rolling and recycling company, has signed a technology partnership with Italy-based Metra SpA renowned for its expertise in producing structured and value-added aluminium extrusions. The partnership aims to enable the production of large-size aluminium extrusion and fabrication technology for building high-speed aluminium rail coaches in India, underscoring ...