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Bhubaneswar emerges as pioneering economic hub for India; empowering freshers & women across Odisha: apna.co Report

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 28, 2023 In a remarkable feat, Bhubaneswar has established itself as a pivotal economic center for India, offering abundant employment opportunities to aspiring freshers and empowering women across the state. The latest report by apna.co, India’s leading jobs and professional networking platform, has unveiled an impressive surge in the city’s job market, with an astounding 5 ...

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Religare, nasscom CoE collaborate to drive tech innovation

TBB BUREAU BENGALURU, JULY 27, 2023 India’s leading diversified financial services group Religare Enterprises Limited (REL) and nasscom Center of Exellence (CoE) – IoT & AI have entered a strategic partnership to strengthen REL’s business processes and solution landscape, making it future-ready through the infusion of cutting-edge technology and innovation. The collaboration will harness the collective strengths of both organisations ...

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How to travel safely and securely during the monsoon

RAKESH JAIN The monsoon season brings with it a unique charm and a sense of adventure, but it also requires extra caution when planning your travel. Whether you’re embarking on a weekend getaway or a long-awaited vacation, ensuring your safety and security during this rainy season should be a top priority. By following a few essential tips and taking necessary ...

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TPCODL’s OTS scheme offers substantial rebate on arrears

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 26, 2023 TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) has successfully implemented the One Time Settlement (OTS) scheme with approval from the Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC), with the aim to extend relief and support to the customers in clearing their outstanding arrears. Under this distinctive scheme, eligible customers can avail a substantial rebate of up to ...

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Dvara KGFS, HDFC Bank enter into a co-lending agreement for micro business units in rural India

TBB BUREAU CHENNAI, JULY 26, 2023  Dvara KGFS and HDFC Bank have entered a co-lending partnership aimed at providing business capital to micro business units operating primarily in the unorganized sector. These businesses often face limited access to formal sources of finance. Dvara KGFS launched its exclusive Enterprise Loans vertical in 2020, focusing on 3 primary value chains i.e.: grocery, ...

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Pinnacle Industries rolls out advanced seating system for Vande Bharat Express trains

TBB BUREAU PUNE, JULY 26, 2023 Pinnacle Industries, India’s leading manufacturer of automotive interiors, seating systems & EV components & specialty vehicles, has proudly announced the introduction of advanced seating systems for select Vande Bharat Express trains by Indian Railways. With their unrivaled knowledge and expertise in the commercial automotive seating, interiors, and components industry, Pinnacle’s railway seating division specializes ...

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Vedanta Lanjigarh-supported Dhokra artisans showcase their craft at national exhibition

TBB BUREAU LANJIGARH, JULY 26, 2023 Vedanta Limited, Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of metallurgical grade alumina, recently supported the skilled Dhokra artisans of Kankeri village of Lanjigarh in participating in a national level exhibition organised by the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) at Srinagar and Gulmarg. The exhibition, organized by the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs from ...

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Aakash BYJU’S ANTHE 2023 to be held from Oct 7 to 15

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 26, 2023 Aakash BYJU’s, the national leader in test preparatory services, on Wednesday unveiled the 14th edition of its popular and widely sought-after ANTHE (Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam) 2023. The flagship annual scholarship exam presents the chance for Class VII-XII students to unleash their potential with up to 100% scholarships and remarkable cash awards. Empowering ...

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Dalmia EV unveils innovative ranges of electric vehicles in Odisha market

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 26, 2023 Dalmia Electric Vehicle Pvt. Ltd. the electric vehicle arm of India’s leading business conglomerate Dalmia Group of Companies, enters the electric vehicle market in Odisha with the launch of a new and innovative range of e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-rickshaws, here on Wednesday. Dalmia EV today unveiled E-bike Beamer, E-Scooters – Hi-Speed Skyhawk, Escout, Mcfly, ...

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Jindal Steel & Power bags coveted Great Place to Work Certification in India

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 25, 2023 Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), a leading conglomerate in India and a global leader in steel, power, mining, and infrastructure, has received a certification from the global body Great Place To Work, which provides certification to corporate houses and other organisations based on various methodologies to assess workers’ overall well-being, including physical and ...

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Tata Motors opens state-of-the-art vehicle scrapping facility in Bhubaneswar

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 24, 2023 India’s leading automobile manufacturer Tata Motors continues its commitment to sustainable mobility with the launch of its second Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF) in Bhubaneswar on Monday. Named ‘Re.Wi.Re – Recycle with Respect’, this advanced facility was inaugurated by Odisha’s Commerce and Transport Minister Tukuni Sahu in the presence of delegates from the Odisha ...

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Tata Power joins hands with KIIT and SIT to make Odisha youth industry & employment-ready in power sector

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 22, 2023 India’s largest power generation company Tata Power has consistently supported and empowered youth by making them with future-ready skills. In line with this commitment, the company has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two leading universities of Bhubaneswar – Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology and Silicon Institute of Technology with aims to nurture students ...

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IVRI develops new cattle feed to increase milk yield, transfers manufacturing technology to AIMIL Pharma

PRIYABRAT BISWAL BHUBANESWAR, JULY 21, 2023 With the objective of giving a boost to milk production in the country , scientists at the ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) at Izatnagar in Bareilly have developed a first-of-its-kind cattle feed enriched with phyto-nutrient ingredients that helps in improving milk yield, procreation and immunity in milch animals like cows and buffaloes. The manufacturing ...

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Vedanta Aluminium helps brighten Jharsuguda’s government schools through ‘ArtShala’ initiative

TBB BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JULY 21, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has rolled out ‘ArtShala’ – a unique employee volunteer-driven initiative, to help transform learning spaces in rural areas. The company initiated this program at the Government UP School, Purna, where employee volunteers of the company painted lively child-friendly murals and helped transform the school walls towards creating ...

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Tecnimont empowers rural girls in STEM: Paradip school shines at WiSE event

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, JULY 20, 2023 Tecnimont Private Limited (TCMPL), a subsidiary of MAIRE Group, recently announced its funding support for Women in Science, Engineering (WiSE) from rural parts of India. The initiative involving 160 girls was led by Prof. Rajesh Zele from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) to encourage young girls from rural parts of India to ...

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Vedanta Aluminium once again certified as ‘Great Place to Work’

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 18, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, the largest aluminium producer in India, has been certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’for FY2023, with each of its plant locations receiving the recognition for several years now. They further cement the company’s position as a preferred, equal-opportunity employer within the Indian manufacturing industry, and reflect its unwavering commitment to ...

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Vedanta Aluminium skills nearly 11K rural youths across Odisha and Chhattisgarh; commits to further expanding skilling programs

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 15, 2023 On the occasion of World Youth Skills Day on Saturday, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, announced that nearly 11,000 youths across Odisha and Chhattisgarh have been trained through its skill development initiatives. Focusing on rural communities near its operations, these programs are helping bridge the gap between unskilled and semi-skilled youths ...

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Jindal Steel & Power conferred with CSR Health Impact Gold Award for COVID relief initiatives

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 14, 2023 Leading steel maker Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) has been conferred with CSR Health Impact Gold Award for COVID relief initiatives in the mega projects category. JSP President & Group Head (CSR) Prashant Kumar Hota received the prestigious award from former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry Dr Kiran Bedi, during a ceremony held in New ...

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Dalmia Bharat Foundation to skill one lakh youth for sustainable livelihood

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI/BHUBANESWAR, JULY 14, 2023 Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the corporate social responsibility arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), has announced its plan to train 1 lakh youth by FY30 under its flagship programme – Dalmia Institute of Knowledge and Skill Harnessing (DIKSHa). DIKSHa is dedicated to enabling skill development and sustainable livelihoods for disadvantaged youth in rural communities in India. To strengthen ...

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Dalmia Bharat promotes environment conservation through ‘Van Mahotsav’ celebrations in Odisha

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 13, 2023 Dalmia Bharat Limited, (DBL), a leading cement manufacturer in India, reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship with its recent participation in the annual Van Mahotsav tree-planting festival in Odisha. Van Mahotsav or ’Forest festival’, is an annual one-week tree-planting festival in India which is celebrated in the first week of July. As part of the ...

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NALCO begins commercial sale of mechanized sow ingots

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 13, 2023 In an effort to further strengthen its product portfolio Navaratna CPSE National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has started the commercial sale of mechanized sow ingots in the domestic market after successfully completing a series of trials. The first consignment of mechanized sows was formally flagged off by the Company’s Executive Director (S&P) Amiya Kumar ...

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IIT Roorkee in partnership with Imarticus Learning launches Certification Program in Human Resource Management and Analytics for Data-Driven HR professionals

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 13, 2023 CEC, IIT Roorkee, one of the top technological establishments globally, has made significant contributions to advancing various technology areas. In collaboration with Imarticus Learning, India’s leading professional education company, CEC, IIT Roorkee is proud to announce the launch of its Certification Program in Human Resource Management and Analytics. This innovative program aims to revolutionize ...

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JNU, CUTM join hands to provide market driven skills

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 12, 2023 The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and the Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM) on Wednesday signed a  memorandum of understanding (MoU) for institutional collaboration through sharing of experiences, best practices and knowledge. The main objective of the MoU is to promote and strengthen academic and research collaboration to provide relevant, appropriate and market ...

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Dvara KGFS secures $10 million in debt financing to strengthen financial inclusion efforts in rural India

TBB BUREAU CHENNAI, JULY 12, 2023 Dvara KGFS, a leading non-banking finance company focused on fostering financial inclusion in deep rural areas across India, announced its successful raising of $10 million in debt funds. The fundraiser will be instrumental in augmenting the company’s capital adequacy and accelerating its growth plans in the current financial year. Triple Jump Financial Inclusion Resilience ...

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PPA inks pact with NBCC for upgradation of residential & non-residential buildings

TBB BUREAU PARADIP, JULY 12, 2023  In its effort to provide state-of-the-art living facility to the employees, workers and residents of the locality, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Navratna CPSE NBCC (India) Ltd. for examination of structural stability of the buildings, improvement of residential quarters including beautification and landscaping works. The MoU ...

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Tata Steel joins LeadIT to drive net-zero industry transformation

TBB BUREAU MUMBAI, JULY 12, 2033           Tata Steel has joined the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT), a global initiative to accelerate the transition to net-zero emissions in heavy industry, the company said on Wednesday. LeadIT was created by the governments of Sweden and India during the UN Climate Action Summit in September 2019 and is backed by the ...

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Odisha Chief Secretary urges NABARD to support State’s climate-resilient developmental initiatives

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 12, 2023      With climate change posing a serious challenge, the Odisha Government has been taking various initiatives for infrastructural development and livelihoods, and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) should continue its support to the State in this regard, said Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena, here on Wednesday. Speaking at the 42nd Foundation ...

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Vedanta Aluminium’s ‘Vidyagraha’ turns 1; over 400 students benefit from the e-learning initiative

TBB BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JULY 11, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, marked the successful completion of the first year of its e-learning initiative, Vidyagraha, by honouring thirteen exceptional students from Jharsuguda in Odisha for their outstanding achievement in the state’s Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Examination. The event, graced by Jharsuguda District Education Officer (DEO) Puspa Minz also recognized ...

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TPCODL observes Tata Sustainability Month 2023

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 11, 2023 Harnessing the power of collective action and in order to promote sustainable business practices, Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) observed Sustainability Month in June 2023. Organized by the Tata Sustainability Group every year, the celebration aims to encourage employees to come together to connect, adopt and act to create a positive impact ...

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Sports is about developing character and learning to overcome challenges: JSP Chairman Naveen Jindal

TBB BUREAU JODA/BARBIL, JULY 09, 2023 “Sports is about discipline, hard work, and teamwork, it is about developing character and learning to overcome challenges,” said Jindal Steel & Power Chairman Naveen Jindal, while inaugurating the Jindal Sports Hostel at Soyabali in Keonjhar District on Sunday to promote rural sports talents. “This sports hostel reflects our commitment to provide opportunities for ...

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Vedanta Aluminium celebrates grand inauguration of Shree Jagannath Mandir at Vedanta Meadows in Jharsuguda

TBB BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JULY 07, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, commemorated the grand inauguration and consecration ceremony of the newly constructed Shree Jagannath Mandir at its township, Vedanta Meadows, in Jharsuguda on Thursday. Spanning an impressive expanse of 19,500 square feet, with the majestic Meghanada Prachira covering 9,500 square feet, the Shree Jagannath Mandir stands as a ...

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Vedanta Aluminium expands India’s largest fleet of electric forklifts

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 06, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, now hosts India’s largest fleet of electric lithium-ion forklifts, with a total of 44 units now deployed across its operations in Odisha and Chhattisgarh. The company has also recently commissioned India’s first 10-ton electric lithium-ion forklift at its mega aluminium smelter at Jharsuguda in Odisha. Besides, ...

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Garuda Aerospace bags 400 Agri Kisan Drones orders for IFFCO in Q1FY24

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 04, 2023 Garuda Aerospace India’s leading drone manufacturer, having received dual DGCA certification for their Garuda Kisan Drone, has achieved a significant milestone by securing a substantial order of 400 Agri Kisan Drones from Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) in the first quarter (Q1FY24) alone. This achievement takes Garuda Aerospace’s order book tally to an ...

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Acer India unveils interactive flat panel touch series IZ65A and IZ75A for smart classrooms & meeting rooms

TBB BUREAU BENGALULU, JULY 04, 2023 Acer, a global pioneer in technology solutions, on Tuesday unveiled the Acer IZ interactive series, the latest additions to its line-up of state-of-the-art interactive panels. With a vision to reshape the educational and corporate environment, these interactive panels deliver captivating learning experiences and innovative functionalities that empower businesses and educational institutions. The Acer IZ65A ...

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DoT launches Bharat 6G Alliance to drive innovation and collaboration in Next-Gen wireless technology

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 03, 2023 In furthering Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Universal and Affordable connectivity and taking lead in 6G Technology, Union Communications and Electronics & Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday unveiled the Bharat 6G Alliance, a new initiative to launch the next-generation technology in India after a successful roll-out of 5G. Bharat 6G ...

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Sudhanshu Mishra takes over as NABARD Odisha CGM

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 03, 2023 Sudhanshu K K Mishra has taken over as the Chief General Manager (CGM) of the Odisha Regional Office of NABARD, on Monday. Prior to the new assignment, he was serving as the CGM of the Himachal Pradesh Regional Office of NABARD. Mishra, who specializes in Supervision, Corporate Governance, Investment and Treasury Management and Regulatory ...

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Suzuki Motorcycle India registers 80,737 unit sales in June 2023

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 03, 2023 Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation registered an overall sale of 80,737 units in June 2023, registering a year-on-year growth of 18.7 per cent as compared to June 2022. Commenting on the sales performance, Suzuki Motorcycle India Executive Vice President (Sales, Marketing & After Sales) Devashish ...

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NRLM launches mobile App to market products made by women SHGs

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 03, 2023 Taking another step of strengthening marketing support for products made by women of Self-help Groups (SHGs), Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) on Monday launched eSARAS mobile App which will add to e-Commerce initiatives for products made by the SHGs. The App was launched by Shailesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Union Ministry ...

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Coal production up 8.4 pc at 222.93 MT in Q1FY24

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 03, 2023 The Ministry of Coal has achieved substantial surge in overall coal production with a growth of 8.40 per cent in the first quarter (Q1) of the current financial year (FY24). The cumulative coal production witnessed a significant increase, reaching 222.93 million tonne (MT) as compared to 205.65 MT in the corresponding period of ...

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Sonalika records best Q1 sales with 40,700 tractors in FY24

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 03, 2023 Carrying forward its growth momentum from FY2023, Sonalika Tractors, a leading tractor manufacturer has reported its best-ever quarterly sales performance in the first quarter (Q1) of the current financial year (FY24) with overall sales of 40,700 tractors. The Company says that the monsoon season has rapidly expanded its pace in major parts of ...

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Honda Cars India starts pre-launch bookings of SUV ELEVATE

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, JULY 03, 2023 Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), a leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, on Monday commenced the pre–launch bookings for its strongly anticipated mid-size SUV Honda Elevate. Customers can book the Honda Elevate across all authorized Honda dealerships in India as well as from the comfort of their homes through Honda’s online sales ...

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Railways complies with Utkal Alumina request for stoppage of Samaleswari Exp at Tikiri Station

TBB BUREAU TIKIRI, JULY 2, 2023 Fulfilling the long-standing request of the people of Tikiri, led by Utkal Alumina, the Indian Railways has decided that Train No. 18005/06 Howrah-Jagdalpur Samaleswari Express would stop at Tikiri Station. The announcement of the stoppage, as per Letter No. 2023/CHG/13/13-Part (8) of the Ministry of Railways, marks a significant milestone in enhancing connectivity and ...

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Odisha records over 25 pc growth in GST mop-up in June 2023

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JULY 1, 2023 Odisha registered 25.13 per cent growth in the gross Goods & Services Tax (GST) collection by mopping up Rs 1732.49 crore in the month of June 2023 as against Rs 1384.59 crore in the year-ago period. With regard to Gross GST collection (OGST+IGST+SGST+Cess), Odisha recorded a collection of Rs. 4379.97 crore in June 2023 ...

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TPCODL deploys 3 mobile dispensaries for devotees during Puri Rath Yatra

TBB BUREAU PURI, JULY 01, 2023 Prioritizing the health and safety of the visitors during the Bahuda Yatra, Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) deployed 3 mobile health dispensaries (MHDs) for the devotees visiting Puri. Nearly 6000 devotees benefited from these mobile health dispensaries during Rath Yatra, Bahuda Yatra and Suna Besha. The beneficiaries lauded the health services provided by ...

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