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 ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 28, 2025 Union Coal Ministry on Tuesday announced the launch of the 14th round of commercial coal mine auctions, offering a fresh set of fully explored and partially explored coal blocks for bidding. This round is set to attract a diverse group of bidders, including experienced miners, new entrants, and technology-driven enterprises, signalling continued growth ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 27, 2025 With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy rainfall across Odisha due to Cyclone ‘Montha’, TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) — a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha — has placed its entire workforce on high alert and issued a public safety advisory to prevent electricity-related incidents during the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 27, 2025 As Cyclone ‘Montha’ approaches the Odisha coast, the State Government has intensified preparedness measures to ensure minimal disruption to essential services. Hon’ble Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management reviewed the readiness of various departments, including the Energy Department, in a high-level meeting attended by the Development Commissioner, ACS-cum-Special Relief Commissioner, Principal Secretary (Energy), and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 27, 2025 A five-day residential Hands-on Skill Development Training Programme for students of Government Vocational Higher Secondary Schools commenced on Monday at Centurion University, Bhubaneswar, under the SPEFL Trade initiative. The programme aims to provide students with practical exposure and enhance their employability through skill-based learning. Inaugurating the training, Niyati Pattnaik, Director, Directorate of Higher Secondary ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 27, 2025 With the impending Cyclone ‘Montha’ approaching the Odisha coast, the State Agriculture Department convened a high-level preparatory meeting under the chairmanship of Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, Principal Secretary, Agriculture Department, to ensure readiness and swift response. Dr. Padhee directed that all agriculture officers remain on duty until October 31, with strict instructions that no ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 27, 2025 In a major boost to farmers across the country, Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has approved a comprehensive procurement plan worth ₹15,095.83 crore for the Kharif 2025–26 season. The plan covers pulses and oilseeds in Telangana, Odisha, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh and is expected to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 27, 2025 Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday unveiled Odisha’s ambitious maritime vision at the India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 in Mumbai, announcing investment deals worth ₹50,000 crore to strengthen the state’s position as India’s emerging maritime hub on the eastern coast. Reaffirming his government’s commitment to developing a strong port-led and port-based economy, CM ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 27, 2025 Union Bank of India has commenced the observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 from October 27 to November 2 across all its branches and offices nationwide, aligning with the Central Vigilance Commission’s theme, “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility.” Marking the beginning of the week-long observance, Asheesh Pandey, Managing Director & CEO of Union Bank of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 27, 2025 Odisha took centre stage at the India Maritime Week 2025 as the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) announced a series of landmark agreements aimed at propelling the state’s maritime and industrial growth. During the Odisha State Session held on Monday, PPA signed five major Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth over ₹2,300 crore with key partners ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 27, 2025 Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Amit Shah on Monday inaugurated India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 at the NESCO Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, marking the grand opening of what is being hailed as the world’s largest maritime gathering. The five-day event, held under the theme “Uniting Oceans, One Maritime Vision,” has drawn over ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, OCTOBER 27, 2025 Paradip Port Authority (PPA) inaugurated the Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 today with a strong message promoting integrity, transparency, and accountability in governance. The weeklong observance, held from October 27 to November 2, 2025, aligns with the Central Vigilance Commission’s theme, “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility.” The inaugural ceremony began with the administration of the Integrity ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 27, 2025 Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, inaugurated the Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 at its Corporate Office in Dwarka, New Delhi, under the theme “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility.” The observance began with MD & CEO Ashok Chandra and Chief Vigilance Officer Raghvendra Kumar administering the Integrity Pledge to staff ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 27, 2025 In a compelling grassroots revelation, 81 per cent of Kalahandi residents believe that initiating bauxite mining will unlock jobs, infrastructure, and long-awaited prosperity, according to a new community survey by NGO SWAARA (Social Welfare and Women & Child Advancement in Rural Area) — a grassroots community development organisation. The report, titled “Kalahandi Speaks on ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 26, 2025 Reinforcing its dominance as Odisha’s leading digital service provider, Reliance Jio has recorded the highest addition of new mobile subscribers in the state for August 2025, according to the latest data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Jio added an impressive 1.49 lakh new mobile users during the month, taking its ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 25, 2025 Reaffirming its leadership in community welfare and sustainability, Jindal Steel has been honoured with the Rotary India National CSR Award 2025 (Eastern Region) in the prestigious Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Mega Category. The award acknowledges the company’s exemplary contribution to improving rural water access and sanitation across eastern India. At a glittering ceremony ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 25, 2025 Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu on Saturday announced an ambitious vision to expand India’s aviation infrastructure to 350 airports by 2047, underscoring the government’s long-term commitment to transforming the country into a global aviation hub. The minister made the announcement after inaugurating the newly renovated Terminal 2 (T2) at Delhi’s Indira ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 25, 2025 In a landmark collaboration, Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) and Meta Platforms Inc. have announced a ₹855-crore joint venture to develop, market, and distribute enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in India, marking a major stride toward commercialising next-generation AI capabilities for business transformation. RIL said in an exchange filing on Saturday that its wholly owned ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 25, 2025 The Ministry of Civil Aviation has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a positive, efficient, and clutter-free workplace — physically, digitally, and mentally—through active participation in the Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM) 5.0. The month-long campaign, which began on October 2 and continues till October 31, 2025, focuses on streamlining administrative ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 25, 2025 In a significant boost to India’s efforts toward self-reliance in critical mineral technologies, the Union Mines Ministry has recognized two more Centres of Excellence (CoEs) — the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, and the Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET), Hyderabad — under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM). With this, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Jio Platforms, the telecom and digital powerhouse of Reliance Industries, is on track to make waves in India’s capital markets with its upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO). ICICI Securities has projected a hefty $148 billion equity valuation for the company by September 2027, driven by its strong financials and a bullish outlook on ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, OCTOBER 24, 2025 O.P. Jindal School, Angul, has once again made its mark on the state-level arts scene, with its talented students bringing home multiple awards from the prestigious Kala Utsav-2025 Arts Festival. Held recently at the Government Girls’ High School in Bhubaneswar, the event was organized by the Union Education Ministry, to celebrate the creative potential ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 24, 2025 The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a new program aimed at improving the life expectancy and quality of life for 11 million elderly and vulnerable individuals in Kerala by expanding access to health coverage and building more resilient health systems. Kerala has made significant health improvements over the past two ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 23, 2025 In a landmark development set to reshape Odisha’s industrial landscape, Vedanta Group Chairman, Anil Agarwal, on Thursday met with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the Lok Seva Bhawan here to discuss a series of ambitious new projects. During the meeting, Vedanta unveiled plans to invest a groundbreaking ₹1 lakh crore in the ...

THE BUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LANJIGARH, OCTBER 23, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, is making a transformative impact in rural Kalahandi through two groundbreaking clean energy initiatives — Project Roshan and Project Jyoti. These efforts aim to brighten public spaces and homes with sustainable, solar-powered solutions, enhancing safety, mobility, and the quality of life in the region’s peripheral villages. Under ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, OCTOBER 22, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, spread festive cheer this Diwali by organizing a heartwarming celebration that brought together employees, women entrepreneurs, and children in Jharsuguda. Through this initiative, the company underscored its ongoing commitment to community development. As part of its festive celebrations, Vedanta Aluminium hosted Diya Painting Workshops in collaboration with ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 21, 2025 The Jindal Foundation, the social arm of Jindal Steel, celebrated ‘Seva Diwas’ across multiple states to commemorate the birthday of eminent philanthropist Shallu Jindal, Chairperson of the Foundation and Chancellor of OP Jindal University. The day symbolized her unwavering dedication to humanitarian service, compassion, and social upliftment. True to its mission of “Service Before ...

MoUs worth ₹1.5 lakh crore, Green Hydrogen projects, and cruise tourism plans to position Odisha as a rising maritime powerhouse at global conclave THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 20, 2025 Paradip Port is set to make waves at the upcoming India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, the world’s largest maritime conclave, scheduled from October 27 to 31. Organized by the Ministry ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 20, 2025 Indian equity markets wrapped up Samvat 2081 on a buoyant note, setting the stage for a spirited start to the new trading year. The NSE Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closed above their one-year highs on Monday, capping off a year that saw resilience amid global and domestic headwinds. The Nifty 50 delivered ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, OCTOBER 20, 2025 Investors in the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2020–21 Series-VII have struck gold literally as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced an early redemption price that translates into a remarkable 153 per cent gain over five years. As per the RBI’s notification, investors holding this tranche can opt for premature redemption on October 20, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, OCTOBER 18, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, reaffirmed its commitment to advancing community health and preventive care through a series of grassroots initiatives this week in Jharsuguda. The company’s efforts included observing Global Handwashing Day through awareness sessions and extending support to the Pulse Polio Immunization Program, in close coordination with the District Health ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 18, 2025 Aditya Aluminium, a unit of Hindalco Industries Limited at Sambalpur, has achieved a significant sustainability milestone with the commissioning of a state-of-the-art 200 KLD Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) Plant featuring advanced Mechanical Vapour Recompression (MVR) technology. The facility ensures complete recycling and reuse of industrial effluents, marking a major stride toward sustainable water management ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 17, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has achieved a major milestone with the grant of its first new product development patent for a lead- and tin-free bismuth-aluminium alloy. This innovation marks a significant advancement in sustainable metallurgy, addressing the global phaseout of hazardous elements such as lead and tin while offering a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 17, 2025 Aditya Birla Group company Hindalco Industries Ltd.’s Managing Director, Satish Pai, visited the Meenakshi Coal Mines to review its operational performance and assess the progress of ongoing community development and CSR initiatives. As part of his visit, Mr. Pai travelled to Kiripsira Panchayat in Sundargarh district to interact with beneficiaries and evaluate the impact ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LANJIGARH, OCTOBER 17, 2025   In a significant move towards fostering sustainable livelihoods and strengthening rural economies, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has launched a pisciculture program under its flagship watershed and livelihood initiative, ‘Project Sangam’, in Lanjigarh. This initiative is designed to provide alternative income opportunities for farmers and self-help group (SHG) members by promoting ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, OCTOBER 16, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, in partnership with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), conducted a large-scale Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) mock drill at its world-class aluminium plant in Jharsuguda. The initiative aimed to evaluate on-ground preparedness and further strengthen the emergency response mechanisms across the world’s largest aluminium production ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 15, 2025 On September 25, 2025, India marked the 11th anniversary of the Make in India initiative, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the same date in 2014. The vision behind Make in India was bold and transformative: to position India as a global hub for manufacturing, design, and innovation. It promised that India would ...