INDIA is standing on the edge of something big — a chance to become a global leader in AI talent. The demand for AI professionals is rocketing, with projections showing a leap from 600,000 today to a whopping 1.25 million by 2027. But there’s a catch—quantity doesn’t necessarily mean quality. While the numbers might look impressive, there’s a growing concern ...

Bhubaneswar, August 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Hair & Care, a well-known hair oil brand from Marico Ltd, celebrated for providing up to 100% damage repair, has unveiled its latest innovation — Hair & Care Oil in Serum. This new product combines the styling benefits of a serum with the nourishing properties of almond oil. Launched in West Bengal, Odisha, Punjab, ...

Jharsuguda, August 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has successfully concluded a comprehensive weeklong health awareness campaign focused on combating malaria, dengue, and diarrhoea (MDD) in Jharsuguda district. The initiative, which engaged over 3,500 individuals across 28 villages and two special schools, underscores Vedanta Aluminium’s ongoing commitment to improving community health in remote regions. In ...

Bhubaneswar, August 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys (IMFA) has achieved a significant milestone by winning the esteemed EEPC India Eastern Region Award for Export Excellence in the large enterprise category. This recognition, celebrating the company’s performance for the fiscal years 2019-20 and 2020-21, was awarded during the recent 38th and 39th editions of the award ceremony ...

Bangalore, August 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Acer, a leading innovator in the PC industry, on Tuesday introduced its first fully AI-integrated gaming laptop, the Nitro V 16. Priced at Rs. 1,09,999, this cutting-edge device is set to revolutionize the gaming experience with its advanced technology and AI-driven features. The Nitro V 16 is powered by the AMD Ryzen R7 8845HS ...

Bhubaneswar, August 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited (DCBL), one of India’s leading cement companies, on Tuesday announced that its Dalmia Private Industrial Training Institute (DITI) in Rajgangpur, Odisha, has secured the second rank in the prestigious All-India Grading of Industrial Training Institutions for the 2024-25 academic session. This accolade, awarded by the Directorate General of Training, New ...

New Delhi, August 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): On the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day, Vedanta Aluminium, the nation’s largest aluminium producer, has taken a monumental step in promoting gender equality within its operations. The company launched Phase Three of Project Shree Shakti, a pioneering initiative aimed at inducting women employees into night shifts at its smelter operations in Jharsuguda, ...

Angul, August 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a nail-biting conclusion to the OP Jindal Cup 2024, Jaga United emerged victorious over Jharsuguda FC with a 4-3 win in a penalty shootout. The gripping final, held at the PTC Ground in Angul, was the culmination of 12 days of intense football competition among 12 teams, and drew a large crowd of ...

Dhenkanal, August 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  GMR Kamalanga Energy Limited (GKEL), a subsidiary of GMR Power and Urban Infra Ltd (GPUIL), has been awarded a prestigious Five-Star rating in Occupational Health and Safety by the British Safety Council. This prestigious rating highlights GKEL’s steadfast commitment to upholding the highest standards in health and safety management. The Five-Star rating was granted ...

Rajgangpur, August 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Dalmia Vidya Mandir Rajgangpur, an educational institution under the CSR initiative of Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited, marked Raksha Bandhan with a distinctive blend of traditional celebration and social responsibility. The event, held ahead of Shravan Purnima or Rakhi Purnima, focused on fostering a sense of unity while promoting a crucial anti-drug awareness message among ...

Lanjigarh, August 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Lanjigarh, India’s leading producer of smelter-grade alumina and a key unit of Vedanta Aluminium, on Thursday marked the nation’s 78th Independence Day with a vibrant celebration that brought together employees and local communities. The event, focused on the theme of ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India), featured a series of patriotic activities, reflecting the company’s ...

New Delhi, August 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): “The Green Tug Transition Program is a crucial initiative in realizing our vision of a sustainable and green maritime sector in India,” said Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, while launching the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) today in New Delhi. Sonowal emphasized that ...

Jharsuguda, August 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a vibrant celebration of India’s 78th Independence Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s premier aluminium producer, honoured the nation’s rich legacy and celebrated its continued journey towards a prosperous future. The event, held at Vedanta’s operations in Jharsuguda on Thursday, was a testament to the company’s deep-rooted commitment to national progress, sustainability, and community welfare. ...

Rajgangpur, August 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The 78th Independence Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor at Dalmia Vidya Mandir (DVM), Rajgangpur on Thursday. The event, which brought together students, teachers, and dignitaries, was a vibrant display of unity and cultural diversity. The celebration commenced with the hoisting of the national flag, a symbolic act that was followed ...

Rajgangpur, August 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited marked the 78th Independence Day with grandeur and patriotism at Veer Birsa Stadium, Rajgangpur, on Thursday. The event was graced by esteemed guests Subash Chandra Pradhan and Umakanta Jena, senior employees from the Logistics and Utility Department of Dalmia Cement, who were invited as the chief guests for the occasion. ...

Joda/Barbil, August 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) commemorated India’s 78th Independence Day on Thursday with grand celebrations at its Barbil Pellet Plant, as well as its iron ore mines in Tensa and Kasia, reflecting a deep sense of patriotism and unity. The day began with the ceremonious hoisting of the National Flag at each unit. Purushotham ...

Sundargarh, August 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, on Thursday celebrated 78th Independence Day with great patriotic fervor, embodying the spirit of unity and freedom. The Vedanta Aluminium Mining team sought to inspire national pride and foster community spirit by organizing celebrations that involved over 4,000 students from more than 30 schools in the Sijimali and ...

Bongaigaon, August 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): NTPC Bongaigaon, in collaboration with the CISF family, marked the 78th Independence Day on Thursday with a spirited cycle rally organized by the Sports Council, NTPC Bongaigaon. The event aimed to emphasize the significance of a healthy lifestyle while fostering patriotism. Over 90 participants, including children from the township, NTPC employees, and CISF jawans, ...

Bongaigaon, August 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): NTPC Bongaigaon celebrated the 78th Independence Day with great enthusiasm, embodying the spirit of “Har Ghar Tiranga” at the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Stadium of the 750 MW power station here on Thursday. The event began with Debabrata Kar, General Manager (O&M), NTPC Bongaigaon, hoisting the National Flag, followed by a parade inspection by ...

Angul, August 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) marked the 78th Independence Day on Thursday with great patriotism and enthusiasm at its Angul Steel Plant, underscoring its dedication to nation-building. The celebration, held at OP Jindal School, Angul, was graced by senior management, including Pankaj Malhan, Executive Director in Charge, and Damodar Mittal, Executive Director. The event ...

Ranchi, August 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): NTPC Coal Mining Headquarters/NTPC Mining Limited (NML), Ranchi, celebrated the 78th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor on Thursday. The Chief Guest, Animesh Jain, CEO (NML) & Regional Executive Director (Coal Mining), hoisted the tricolor flag and honoured the freedom fighters who contributed to India’s independence. Shri Jain highlighted the “Har Ghar ...

Bhubaneswar, August 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Navratna CPSE National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) celebrated the 78th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor on Thursday. Company’s Chairman & Managing Director Sridhar Patra hoisted the national flag at NALCO’s headquarters in Bhubaneswar and addressed the NALCO community. During the event, Patra also inaugurated a Facilitation Centre-cum-Lounge for former employees at ...

Paradip, August 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) joined the nation in celebrating the 78th Independence Day with an exuberance that reflected the spirit of progress and patriotism. The event was a grand showcase of national pride, achievement, and community engagement, set against the backdrop of a thriving port that has become a linchpin in India’s maritime ...

NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has announced the appointment of Luca Zipponi as the CEO of its Rolled Products division. In this role, Luca will be responsible for driving growth and overseeing all operations related to the division, which serves diverse sectors including automotive, insulation, power projects, electrical, and packaging. He will ...

Mumbai, August 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  DSP Mutual Fund has introduced India’s inaugural Nifty Top 10 Equal Weight Index Fund and ETF, set to open for subscription on August 16, 2024. This innovative fund invests equally across the top 10 companies on the Nifty by free float market capitalization. In a market characterized by high valuations in small and mid-cap ...

Mumbai, August 13, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Blue Dart, South Asia’s premier express air and integrated transportation and distribution company, has announced a significant expansion of its direct reach to more than 300 pin codes across India in celebration of the country’s 78th Independence Day, themed ‘Viksit Bharat’. This enhancement in coverage underlines Blue Dart’s commitment to improving supply chain efficiency ...

Bhubaneswar, August 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a prestigious Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), has reported a stellar start to the financial year 2024-25. The company’s net profit for the first quarter (Q1FY25), ended June 30, 2024, soared by 72 per cent to Rs. 601 crore, up from Rs. 349 crore in the same period ...

Bhubaneswar, August 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In celebration of International Youth Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has launched a transformative week-long science campaign aimed at promoting the benefits of science education among youth in underserved communities of Lanjigarh, Kalahandi. This initiative, part of the Vedanta Mini Science Centre program, delivers STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education directly ...

Burla, August 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In line with TPWODL’s commitment to social responsibility, the company has successfully established an Automated Weather Station (AWS) to benefit the farmers of Baduapalli village in Maneswar block, Sambalpur district. The new facility, inaugurated on Monday by TPWODL CEO Parveen Verma, aims to support local farmers with precise, real-time weather data to boost agricultural ...

In a world where success is often measured in profits, Vedanta Aluminium’s ‘Jeevika Samriddhi’ Project tells a different story — one of growth intertwined with the community’s well-being, proving that true prosperity blooms when nurtured collectively. by PRIYABRAT BISWAL Jharsuguda, August 10, 2024 : In the rural heart of Jharsuguda, Odisha, a remarkable story of transformation and prosperity is unfolding ...

Bhubaneswar, August 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): As the monsoon season approaches, Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) is emphasizing the importance of electrical safety for consumers. In a proactive move to ensure an uninterrupted power supply and enhance safety during the rainy season, TPCODL has implemented several comprehensive safety measures. The company advises consumers to take a proactive approach ...

By Priyabrat Biswal Bhubaneswar, August 10, 2024 A team of researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery on Brahmayoni Hill in Gaya, Bihar, uncovering an array of medicinal plants, with Gymnema sylvestre, commonly known as Gurmar, being one of the most significant findings. This discovery holds immense potential for the future of Ayurvedic medicine, especially in the treatment of diabetes. Gurmar, ...

Jharsuguda, August 09, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, continues to lead the way in sustainable energy practices, reaffirming its commitment at its Jharsuguda operations. In alignment with India’s green energy goals, the company is advancing its mission of sustainability by integrating biofuels into its energy mix. This announcement coincides with Biofuel Day, observed annually on ...

New Delhi, August 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  India’s steel industry has experienced a remarkable surge, with crude steel production skyrocketing by over 35 million tonnes in the last four years. Production rose from 109.14 million tonnes in 2019-20 to an impressive 144.30 million tonnes in 2023-24, the government revealed in Parliament on Friday. Minister of State for Steel and Heavy ...

New Delhi, August 8, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, declared that the Bio-Economy and Space Economy will be central to India’s future growth during the launch of the ‘Impact Report 2024’ on the National Biopharma Mission. The event, held at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, marked a five-year milestone for ...

BONGAIGAON, AUGUST 8, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  NTPC Bongaigaon recently hosted a group of 80 Assam Civil Service (ACS) probationers for an in-depth learning and familiarization visit, organized in collaboration with the District Administration of Kokrajhar. This initiative aimed to provide the probationers with a comprehensive understanding of the power plant’s operations and its pivotal role in both the national economy ...

BARBIL, AUGUST 8, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  The Odisha Mines Division of JSW Steel marked the 94th birth anniversary of its founder, Shri Om Prakash Jindal, with a floral tribute on Wednesday. Employees from all four mines participated in the heartfelt homage to the legendary industrialist and philanthropist. At the Bhadrasahi office, the tribute was led by Prasanna Panda, Business Head ...

Mumbai, August 8, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 6.50% for the ninth consecutive policy meeting, underscoring its continued focus on curbing persistent food inflation and ensuring economic stability. In its latest announcement, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) — comprising three RBI officials and three external members — ...

BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 8, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  CSM Tech, a leading Indian IT firm with a strong footprint in Africa, is poised to bring significant advancements to governance in The Gambia through the deployment of an advanced Human Resources Management Information System (HRMIS). In a landmark achievement, CSM Tech has been awarded a contract by the Gambian Ministry of Finance & ...

ANGUL, AUGUST 7, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) commemorated the 94th birth anniversary of its founder, Om Prakash Jindal (Bauji), with deep reverence at its Angul plant and surrounding areas. The commemoration featured a blood donation camp, where employees and associates contributed 183 units of blood. Angul Location Head and Executive Director In-Charge, Pankaj Malhan, and Executive ...

THE sudden ouster of Sheikh Hasina as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister has sent shockwaves through the subcontinent, with implications that stretch far beyond the borders of this besieged nation. As the dust settles on the violent protests that led to her resignation, a stark reality emerges: the tremors of this political earthquake will be felt acutely in India’s corridors of power ...

Ranchi, August 4, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a noteworthy effort to bolster environmental conservation, the NTPC Swayamsidha Ladies Club undertook a significant tree plantation drive at Dungri village, Ranchi, under the guidance of Rekha Jain, President of the Club. This initiative aligns with the timeless adage, “He who plants a tree, plants a hope,” reflecting the critical role of tree ...

NEW DELHI/BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 4, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), a leading steelmaker, has been honoured with the prestigious Exceed CSR Award-2024, supported by the Ministry of Environment and Forests, for its exceptional commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) across its operational sites. This accolade underscores JSP’s dedication to sustainable development and its profound impact on the lives ...

New Delhi, August 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL) on Friday announced a remarkable 19.4 per cent increase in net profit, reaching Rs 2,345 crore for the April-June quarter (Q1) of the current financial year (FY25), up from Rs 1,964 crore in the corresponding peiod of the previous fiscal (FY24). The company’s revenue from operations saw an 11 ...

New Delhi, August 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The volume of cargo transported through India’s inland waterways has soared more than six-fold from 18.07 million metric tonnes (MMT) in 2013-14 to 133.03 MMT in 2023-24, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. Starting from FY 2014-15, the country’s waterways traffic has been rising ...

ROURKELA, AUGUST 2, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Bolani Ore Mines (BOM), under the Odisha Group of Mines (OGOM) of Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), has achieved its highest ever departmental production and dispatch in July 2024, setting a new benchmark in its production history. In July 2024, Bolani Ore Mines produced an all-time high of 4.61 lakh tons of lumps and fines, ...

Joda, August 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Tata Steel’s Joda East Iron Mine has been honoured with the Gold Award for Excellence in the Quality System under the theme “Innovative Quality System for Excellence” at the 10th Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Award event, held on Tuesday in New Delhi. The prestigious award was presented by Union ...

New Delhi, August 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The coal sector has achieved the highest growth rate of 14.8 per cent (provisional) among the eight core industries for June 2024, according to the latest Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) released by the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industries. The index for the coal industry surged to 186.4 points in June ...

New Delhi, August 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), a prominent name in India’s premium car market, has unveiled its latest promotional campaign, the “Honda Freedom Fest.” This initiative offers an array of enticing benefits for customers purchasing its premium range of vehicles. As part of the “Honda Freedom Fest,” customers who take delivery of their new ...

BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 2, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): In a landmark initiative to boost youth employability in Odisha, Dr. Reddy’s Foundation, in partnership with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC), has launched a state-of-the-art skill development centre in Bhubaneswar. This new centre will offer a specialized three-month General Duty Assistant (GDA) course, tailored specifically for the youth in Angul and Sundargarh districts. The ...