THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU CUTTACK, NOVEMBER 10, 2025 Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the CSR arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd., extended its support to the District Level School Athletics Meet (U–14 & U–17 for Boys & Girls) 2025–26, held at Utkalmani Bidyapitha, Safa, Tangi, Choudwar, Cuttack. The event, aimed at nurturing young sporting talent, reflects DBF’s commitment to promoting grassroots sports and holistic ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 8, 2025 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has launched an impactful Solar Energy Awareness and Engagement Camp at the renowned Baliyatra Fair in Cuttack, one of Asia’s largest trade and cultural events that celebrates Odisha’s rich maritime heritage. As part of its ongoing commitment ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, NOVEMBER 8, 2025 Jindal Steel, Angul, in collaboration with Vertical India, recently wrapped up the much-anticipated Air Adventure 2025, a spectacular six-day event that brought together employees, their families, and the local community for an unforgettable aerial experience. Held at Savitri Jindal Airport, the event took adventure to new heights, attracting over 600 participants of all ages. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, NOVEMBER 8, 2025 In observance of National Cancer Awareness Day on November 7, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, organized a community outreach session at Women’s College, Jharsuguda. The initiative is part of Vedanta’s ongoing commitment to public health and wellbeing, focusing on equipping young women with critical knowledge on early cancer detection, healthy living, and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), the Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has delivered exceptional results for Q2 and H1 of FY 2025–26, posting a 35% YoY jump in net profit to Rs. 1,433 crore, up from Rs. 1,062 crore last year. The company also recorded its best-ever performance in ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 The 51st Raising Day of NTPC was marked by a spirited and patriotic celebration at the Northern Region Headquarters (NRHQ) in Lucknow on Friday. The event was a fitting tribute to the company’s legacy of over five decades of excellence in powering the nation and fostering a unified spirit within the NTPC family. The ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 Paradip Port Authority celebrated the centenary of Indian Hockey with great zeal and patriotic fervour at the Gopabandhu Kreeda Sansad, turning the occasion into a spirited tribute to India’s glorious hockey legacy. The event not only showcased the essence of teamwork and sportsmanship but also reaffirmed Paradip Port’s unwavering commitment to nurturing sporting excellence. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 In a remarkable stride toward ensuring better health and education for rural children, Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC), through its CSR arm Gramin Vikas Trust (GVT), has launched a large-scale free eye care campaign for students in Odisha’s Chhendipada block of Angul district. The initiative, which includes free eye check-ups and distribution of spectacles, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 Paradip Port Authority joined the nation in a heartfelt tribute to India’s National Song, ‘Vande Mataram’, marking its 150th glorious year as a timeless anthem of unity, pride, and devotion to the Motherland. The celebration, held at the Administrative Building of Paradip Port Authority, was graced by P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, ...

Experts call for blending innovation with ethics to build resilient and inclusive communities THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 6, 2025 The 13th Indian Social Work Conference (ISWC) 2025, themed “Technology, Innovation, and Society: Challenges and Opportunities for Ecosocial Work and Sustainable Development,” was inaugurated today at Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM), Bhubaneswar. The three-day national conference, organized by Centurion ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 6, 2025 Navratna CPSE National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has once again brought global recognition to the nation. Quality Circle (QC) Team ‘Tejas’ from NALCO’s Captive Power Plant, Angul, has bagged the coveted Gold Award at the 50th International Convention on Quality Control Circles (ICQCC) 2025, held in Taipei, Taiwan, from November 3 to 6. Team ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, NOVEMBER 6, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has reinforced its leadership in sustainable industrial transformation with the release of its Sustainable Development Report FY25. The company reported an 8.96% reduction in carbon intensity from its FY21 baseline, announced plans to source 1,500 MW of renewable power by 2030, and achieved 100% fly ash ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU CUTTACK, NOVEMBER 6, 2025 Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited (DCBL), one of India’s leading cement majors, has joined the celebrations at the historic Bali Jatra 2025 in Cuttack, paying a heartfelt tribute to Odisha’s traditional boat-making craftsmen — the keepers of the state’s glorious maritime legacy. Aligning with its brand ethos of celebrating expertise and craftsmanship, the company launched ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, NOVEMBER 6, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, celebrated the spirit of sportsmanship and youth empowerment by hosting the 20th Odisha State Sqay Martial Arts Championship at the Vedanta Martial Arts Training Centre in Jharsuguda. Organized in collaboration with the Sqay Association of Odisha, the championship witnessed spirited participation from over 190 young athletes representing ...

  Over 2,000 disadvantaged youth trained and placed through CSR initiative THEBUSINESSBYES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 5, 2025 In a milestone achievement for rural youth empowerment, Centurion University and LTIMindtree marked the successful placement of 60 students trained under their flagship CSR initiative, the “Empowerment” Skill Development Program. The placement day, a celebration of hands-on training and industry integration, saw graduates ...

How the Indian Roads Congress gave birth to one of the city’s most well-known neighbourhoods Bhubaneswar , 05.11.2025: Bhubaneswar’s landscape is dotted with many localities that carry history in their names, but few have a story as unique as IRC Village. What is now a bustling, modern neighborhood in Nayapalli once began as a temporary settlement built to host a grand ...

Odisha charts a bold maritime roadmap with new port, shipyard, and cruise terminal projects worth over ₹45,000 crore  THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, NOVEMBER 5, 2025 Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday announced an ambitious expansion plan for Paradip Port, declaring that the state’s maritime gateway will be transformed into a Mega Port with a cargo handling capacity of 500 ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 5, 2025 “Vigilance is not merely about preventing wrongdoing; it is about fostering a culture where honesty and fairness guide every action and decision,” said Brijendra Pratap Singh, Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), as the Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 across its operations. Singh underscored ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced a transformative development roadmap for Paradip, declaring that the port city will soon become a green hydrogen hub and a focal point of Odisha’s industrial and tourism growth. Inaugurating the Kalinga Baliyatra at Paradip, the Chief Minister described the grand celebration as a “unique blend of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU KALAHANDI, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 In a powerful stride toward youth empowerment and community welfare, Utkal Alumina International Limited (UAIL), a subsidiary of Aditya Birla Group’s Hindalco Industries, has launched a self-defence training camp for students in the Thuamul Rampur block of Kalahandi district. The initiative, aimed at equipping 240 students with vital self-protection skills, was inaugurated on Monday ...

Pioneering step to empower India’s semiconductor ecosystem through innovation and hands-on learning THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 In a major stride towards strengthening India’s semiconductor innovation landscape, Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with MarqueeSemi and SignatureIP to set up a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Scalable Silicon Systems, along with an ...

Campaign empowers citizens to “Stop. Verify. Be Secure” amid rising digital threats THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 In a decisive step toward strengthening digital safety at the grassroots, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, partnered with the Odisha Police to host a session of the State Government’s Cyber Security Awareness Campaign – Odisha 2025 at its Jharsuguda operations. Centered ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 The Indian Roads Congress (IRC) has become a catalyst for India’s infrastructure revolution, with its influence reaching across key projects like the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and sacred corridors around the Shrimandir. As Odisha prepares to host the IRC conference once again, the state’s infrastructure story stands as a testament to the IRC’s impact. The Odisha ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 The Aluminium Association of India (AAI) has made a strong appeal to the Ministry of Mines, urging immediate policy intervention to safeguard and future-proof India’s aluminium industry — a sector that holds the potential to attract investments exceeding ₹20 lakh crore and power the country’s industrial ambitions under the Viksit Bharat vision. In ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 2, 2025 Reinforcing its position as Odisha’s most trusted and preferred digital service provider, Reliance Jio has achieved a remarkable milestone by adding over 1.96 lakh new mobile subscribers in September 2025, according to the latest data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). In stark contrast, Vi added only 7,980 subscribers, while Airtel ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, NOVEMBER 2, 2025 Buzzing with enthusiasm and unity, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Sunday celebrated Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 with a spirited walkathon that turned the port town into a moving symbol of honesty and transparency. Held under the powerful national theme “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility,” the event reflected PPA’s steadfast dedication to fostering integrity at every ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 1, 2025 In a historic stride toward India’s semiconductor self-reliance, SiCSem Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Archean Chemical Industries Ltd., has broken ground for the nation’s first Integrated Device Manufacturing (IDM) facility at Info Valley, Bhubaneswar. The ₹2,067-crore project marks a defining moment in advancing the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) under the Ministry of Electronics and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOVEMBER 1, 2025 Jindal Foundation, the social arm of Jindal Steel, has been honoured with the “Exceed CSR Award 2025” for “Best Integrated Community Driven CSR Project”, recognising its exemplary contribution to holistic and sustainable community development. The award was presented at a grand ceremony in Bhubaneswar on October 31, 2025, by Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee, former Secretary ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 31, 2025 In a significant boost to Odisha’s industrial and infrastructure landscape, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India, will visit Bhubaneswar on November 1, 2025, to participate in a series of high-impact programmes. A major highlight of the visit will be the ground-breaking ceremony of the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 31, 2025 Odysse Electric Vehicles, one of India’s fastest-growing premium electric two-wheeler manufacturers, has recorded a remarkable 148 per cent year-on-year growth in sales for October 2025, delivering 1,125 units compared to 453 units in October 2024. This impressive performance has been driven by the company’s expanding distribution network, now covering nearly 300 pin codes across ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, OCTOBER 31, 2025 At Vedanta Aluminium, Jharsuguda, people are at the core of every milestone — driving innovation, performance, and inclusive growth at the world’s largest aluminium smelter. Guided by a strong people-first philosophy, the company has built a culture that fuels operational excellence while deepening its social impact. From promoting gender diversity and LGBTQ+ inclusion to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, OCTOBER 31, 2025 O.P. Jindal School, located at Jindal Nagar, Angul, celebrated National Unity Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the “Iron Man of India.” The celebration aimed to instil the values of unity, integrity, and brotherhood among the students, reflecting the true spirit of national integration. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 31, 2025 In a landmark milestone for India’s power transmission sector, the country’s first indigenously manufactured 220kV Mobile Gas-Insulated Switchgear (m-GIS) System was delivered to Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) by Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems (India) Private Limited (TTDI). The launch marks a major step forward in technological innovation, standardization, and indigenization of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, OCTOBER 31, 2025 Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Friday organised the “Run for Unity” to commemorate Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, observed nationwide to honour the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. This year’s event held special significance as it coincided with the 150th birth anniversary of the Iron Man of India, whose vision and leadership were instrumental in ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 31, 2025 In a proud moment for Odisha’s deep-tech ecosystem, BonV Aero, a cutting-edge aerospace and defence technology startup, has been conferred the prestigious SIDM Champion Award (Special Jury) under Category 1 – Technology/Product Innovation to Address Defence Capabilities Gap. The honour was presented by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Satyabrata Satapathy, Co-Founder & CEO of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, OCTOBER 30, 2025 O.P. Jindal School, Angul, hosted a special programme on cyber safety and awareness aimed at educating students on the responsible and secure use of digital platforms. Welcoming the distinguished guests, the Principal, Dr. Ashwini Kumar Sahu, extended warm greetings to Upasana Padhi, Additional Superintendent of Police, and Jignyasa Behera, Deputy Superintendent of Police, DIB, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 30, 2025 Paradip Port Authority (PPA) made a strong mark at India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, highlighting its impressive growth trajectory, innovation-driven initiatives, and pivotal role in advancing India’s maritime vision. The event, inaugurated by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, along with Minister of State, Shantanu Thakur, and Secretary, Ministry of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU KOLKATA, OCTOBER 30, 2025 Bandhan Bank reported a strong performance for the second quarter of the financial year 2025-26, recording a 9% year-on-year growth in total business, which stood at ₹2.98 lakh crore. The growth was driven by an expanding distribution network, enhanced operational efficiency, and a supportive business environment. The Bank’s deposit base grew by 11% year-on-year ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 30, 2025 In a landmark move to catalyse India’s artificial intelligence revolution, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), through its subsidiary Reliance Intelligence Limited, has entered into an expansive strategic partnership with Google. The collaboration aims to democratize access to cutting-edge AI tools and accelerate innovation across consumers, enterprises, and developers — marking a significant leap toward Reliance’s ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 30, 2025 India cannot dream of becoming a clean energy superpower while ignoring the ground beneath its own feet. From solar panels to wind turbines, electric vehicles to green transmission lines — every clean energy innovation depends on aluminium. Lightweight, durable, infinitely recyclable, and endlessly versatile, aluminium is the metal that makes renewable energy possible. And ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 30, 2025 The Board of Directors of Union Bank of India on Thursday approved the financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, showcasing a strong operational performance across key parameters. The Bank reported a robust net profit of Rs. 4,249 crore for the second quarter of FY26, driven by healthy growth in advances and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, OCTOBER 30, 2025 A workshop on “Artificial Intelligence for Beginners” was organised at NTPC Northern Region Headquarters, Lucknow, to introduce employees and their family members to the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its growing applications in everyday life. The inaugural session began with Samiran Sinha Ray, RHOHR, NRHQ, welcoming the resource person Sarabjit Ghosh, Director ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 29, 2025 Reliance Jio, Odisha’s leading digital service provider, has once again asserted its technological dominance by delivering the fastest mobile data speeds in the latest Independent Drive Test (IDT) conducted by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). The comprehensive tests, held from August 19 to 22, 2025, covered Rourkela city and the Bhubaneswar–Rourkela highway ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 29, 2025 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reaffirmed India’s rising global stature in the maritime arena, declaring that the nation’s maritime sector is advancing “with great speed and energy” as he addressed the Maritime Leaders Conclave and chaired the Global Maritime CEO Forum at the India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 in Mumbai. The Prime Minister ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 29, 2025 Reaffirming India’s central place in Amway’s global growth vision, President and CEO Michael Nelson declared that “India has Amway’s heart” as he announced a fresh ₹100 crore (USD 12 million) investment to accelerate Amway India’s transformation over the next three to five years. The announcement came during Nelson’s maiden visit to India since ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, OCTOBER 29, 2025 A one-day “Rashtriya Karmayogi – Jan Seva” training programme, held under the Government of India’s flagship initiative *Mission Karmayogi*, was organised at NTPC Northern Region Headquarters, Lucknow, on October 27, 2025. The programme was conducted under the leadership of Goutam Deb, RED (North), and the guidance of Samiran Sinha Ray, RHOHR, NRHQ. The initiative ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, OCTOBER 29, 2025 NTPC Northern Region Headquarters, Lucknow, marked the beginning of Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2025 with an Integrity Pledge ceremony on 27th October. The event was led by S. K. Dubey, General Manager (Operation Services), and attended by Heads of Departments, senior officials, and employees from various divisions. The participants reaffirmed their collective commitment to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 29, 2025 The Aluminium Association of India (AAI) has called upon the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Finance to take immediate measures to safeguard India’s aluminium sector from a looming crisis caused by surging imports and global market distortions. The association warned that India risks becoming a dumping ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, OCTOBER 28, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, recently hosted a prestigious martial arts colour belt promotion exam at the Vedanta Martial Arts Centre in Jharsuguda, marking a pivotal milestone in its ongoing mission to empower local children and youth. This event is part of the company’s broader youth development and skill-building programmes, which underscore ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 28, 2025 The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has officially approved the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to review and reform the salary structures of Central Government employees. The newly formed 8th Central Pay Commission will operate as ...