TBB BUREAU ROURKELA, DEC 21, 2023 SAIL-run Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has bagged the prestigious 14th Kalinga Safety Excellence Award-2022 in Platinum category. In the National Safety Conclave-2023 organized at Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, RSP Director In-Charge Atanu Bhowmick and GM Incharge (Safety) Asha Kartha received the award on behalf of the steel plant. This award is a recognition of RSP’s ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 21, 2023 Tata Power-led Odisha discoms hosted an event here to felicitate the winners of the ‘Oh My Beautiful Odisha’ photography contest. This innovative initiative, crafted to celebrate the splendid cultural, natural, and architectural heritage of Odisha, garnered an overwhelming response, attracting over 7,000 entries. The top 13 winners were rewarded with cash prize worth Rs. ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 20, 2023 Marching ahead as the No. 1 digital service provider in Odisha, Reliance Jio added highest number of new mobile subscribers in September 2023, as per the latest telecom subscriber data, released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Wednesday. In fact, Jio was the only service provider to have added new subscribers ...

TBB BUREAU SAMBALPUR, DEC 20, 2023 Uday A Kaole has assumed the charge of the Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), the highest coal producing subsidiary of Coal India Limited. The CMD was accorded a rousing welcome on his arrival at MCL headquarters here on Wednesday with Security Services presenting the ceremonial guard of honour. Prior to joining ...

TBB BUREAU PARADIP, DEC 20, 2023 Showcasing its unwavering commitment to excellence and efficiency in cargo handling, Paradip Port achieved yet another 100 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo handling in the shortest time in its history. It has once again repeated the feat by crossing the 100 MMT mark, 7th year in succession and achieved cargo throughput of 100.28 ...

TBB BUREAU BELPAHAR, DEC 16, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, recently supported the staging of the world’s longest Sambalpuri theatre production, spanning 49 hours in duration. Performed at Belpahar in Jharsuguda district of Odisha by the Mirror Theatre group, this is the latest iteration of the company’s efforts to nurture traditional art forms at the grassroots level, ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, DEC 14, 2023 On National Energy Conservation Day, Vedanta Aluminium, the largest aluminium producer in India, announces a significant new breakthrough in the lining design of the ‘pots’ at its aluminium smelters. These smelters house several potlines, which are long buildings within the smelter that contain a series of ‘pots’, or large electrolytic cells, within which ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 14, 2023 Hindalco, Hirakud, an Aditya Birla Group company’s community development programmes has made a huge difference in Nimpali village in the tribal-dominated district of Sambalpur in Odisha, through its project ‘Ama Pada’. Nimpali village has a populace of a little over 300 people.  Of this, 90 percent are schedule tribes (STs) and 5 percent schedule ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 14, 2023 Shyam Steel, a pioneering force in the TMT Bar industry, has been awarded the prestigious GreenPro Certification by the Confederation of Indian Industries – Green Products and Services Council for its products, Fe 500D (GPSSM345002) and Fe 550D (GPSSM345001). This significant recognition underscores Shyam Steel’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and the delivery of superior-quality ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 12, 2023 EV major Ola Electric has announced a flat discount of Rs 20,000 on the newly-launched S1 X+ electric scooter, which is now priced at Rs 89,999, ex-showroom. The EV maker has announced the discount as part of the ‘December to Remember’ campaign featuring several offers and discount schemes. The offer is valid till December ...

  TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 12, 2023 Hindalco Industries, the world’s largest aluminium rolling and recycling company, plans to significantly expand its manufacturing capacity of fine-quality aluminium foil that is used in rechargeable batteries to serve the rapidly growing market for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems. The company is investing Rs.800 crore to build a new plant near ...

TBB BUREAU LANJIGARH, DEC 12, 2023 On World AIDS Day 2023, Vedanta Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of metallurgical grade alumina and a part of Vedanta Aluminium, conducted a week-long awareness program in line with this year’s theme ‘Let Communities Lead’ highlighting the fact that programs and initiatives perform better when driven by the most impacted communities. The week-long campaign was ...

TBB BUREAU PARADIP, DEC 11, 2023 The 23rd All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2023-24 held at Jayadev Sadan, here came to an end on Sunday evening with scintillating performances by the participants. Paradip Port Authority (PPA) along with Major Ports Sports Control Board successfully organised the cultural extravaganza. Gracing the valedictory function as Chief Guest, PPA Chairman PL Haranadh ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, DEC 10, 2023 Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), a global leader in the steel industry, has been conferred with the CSR Excellence Award by The CSR Journal in recognition of its outstanding contribution to the promotion of sports in rural and tribal areas of the country. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presented the honour to the ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 10, 2023 The AIC-Nalanda Institute of Technology Foundation, in collaboration with Fluid Ventures and the Utkal Chamber of Commerce & Industry Limited (UCCIL) hosted the inaugural ceremony of the Odisha Startup Carnival 2023 at Kalabhoomi, here on Sunday. The Odisha Startup Carnival 2023 marks the 2nd edition of a monumental 14-day journey, a confluence of Mentoring, ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 9, 2023 The automobile enthusiasts of Odisha witnessed a landmark event as the first Odisha Concours d’Elegance unfolded at the Biju Patnaik Playground in Baramunda, here on Saturday. The inauguration ceremony, graced by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, marked the commencement of the first-of-its-kind vintage and classic car exhibition in the region. The event showcases over 50 ...

TBB BUREAU ROURKELA, DEC 9, 2023 The state-of-the-art Hot Strip Mill-2 (HSM-2) of Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has received ISO 14001 certification for Environment Management Systems. The certification reaffirms the commitment of the steel plant to protect, preserve and sustainably manage the environment. RSP ED (Works) SR Suryawanshi handed over the certificate to CGM (HSM-2) RK Muduli, in a programme ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 9, 2023 “Success or failure is just a part of life. It’s most important to work with integrity and conscientiousness, and spread happiness in society,” said Odisha Governor Raghubar Das while addressing the students at the 11th convocation of the Centurion University of Technology and Management, here on Saturday. Congratulating the graduating students, the Governor commended the Centurion ...

TBB BUREAU LANJIGARH, DEC 07, 2023 Vedanta Limited Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of metallurgical grade alumina, has recently won 5 Gold awards at the 48th International Convention on Quality Control Circles (ICQCC-2023), organised by the China Association of Quality (CAQ) in Beijing. These highly competitive awards affirm Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to bolstering the quality of its extensive products range and ...

TBB BUREAU BALASORE, DEC 06, 2023 Reliance Foundation celebrated “Kahani, Kala, Khushi”, a series of activities including sharing stories, inspiring art and spreading cheer with the students at Bahanaga Government High School in Balasore district of Odisha, on Wednesday. Reliance Foundation also distributed attractive school bags, art materials including colour boxes, crayons, art brushes etc. and some goodies to all ...

TBB BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, DEC 05, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has been conferred with the ‘Best Exporter’ Award at the Odisha State Export Awards for its Jharsuguda smelter’s exceptional performance as the largest exporter of the state, for two consecutive fiscal years 2020-21and 2021-22. The coveted award was presented by State MSME (Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise) ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 05, 2023 The 25th Mines Environment and Mineral Conservation (MEMC) Week was observed at four mines of JSW Steel Ltd under the aegis of IBM, Bhubaneswar. The MEMC Week inspection was conducted at Jajang, Nuagaon, Ganua and Narayanposhi iron ore mines of the company. The inspection teams led by the convenors KC Jyotishi, GM (Geology) of Utkal Alumina International ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, DEC 04, 2023 On International Day of Persons with Disabilities-2023 on Sunday, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering diversity, equity, and inclusivity (DE&I) across the country’s manufacturing landscape. The company employs several differently-abled individuals within its operations at present. On the occasion, it organised numerous initiatives aimed at driving greater ...

TBB BUREAU ANGUL, DEC 04, 2023 JSP Foundation, the social wing of Naveen Jindal-led Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2023 at its ‘Jindal Asha’ center in Jindal Nagar, here on Sunday. On this occasion, more than 150 specially-abled children from the Chhendipada Block, along with their parents, participated in the awareness rally ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 04, 2023 Reinforcing its commitment to skill development and social transformation, Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), on Saturday inaugurated its 19th DIKSHa (Dalmia Institute of Knowledge and Skill Harnessing) Centre at Lanjiberna in Odisha. This is the 7th DIKSHa centre to be launched in Odisha. The ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR/KEONJHAR, DEC 3, 2023 More than 400 people from Koira, Jajang and its adjacent villages availed the benefit of free medical services at the free health camp organised by the JSW Foundation in association with Jagannath Cancer Aid Foundation (JCAF). The 2-day mega health camp – the second in this calendar year – was held on December 1-2 ...

TBB BUREAU PARADIP, DEC 3, 2023 The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Sunday joined the world in observing the International Day of Persons With Disabilities. PPA organised a programme at its Administrative Building here to mark the occasion. PPA Chairman PL Haranadh who graced the event as the chief guest, saluted the spirit of determination of the school saying that ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 01, 2023 Coinciding with the world-famous Baliyatra, The Energy Forum (TEF), in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and with the support of the Ministry of External Affairs, will host the international conference, “Purvodaya Perspectives: Reflections on Regional Connectivity,” on December 2-3, at the ITC Welcomhotel in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The conference will be inaugurated ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 01, 2023 Ashoka Kumar Mishra, a 2011-batch officer of the Indian Railway Services of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE), has taken over as the new Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of the East Coast Railway (ECoR). Prior to the new assignment, Mishra served as the Deputy General Manager of the ECoR.

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 01, 2023 In a concerted effort to prioritize road safety and reduce preventable accidents, Odisha Zero Fatality Week is observed with much enthusiasm, urging communities to come together for a common cause. The programme was inaugurated by Odisha  Health & Family Welfare Department Secretary Shalini Pandit in the presence of Prof. (Dr) Sachidananda Mohanty, DMET; Prof. ...

TBB BUREAU PARADIP, DEC 01, 2023 The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) Hospital on Friday joined the world in observing World AIDS Day with the theme “Let Communities Lead”. On this occasion, a walkathon — as a part of IEC activity — was organised to create awareness about Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) among the denizens of the Port Township. PPA Chairman ...

TBB BUREAU CUTTACK, NOV 30, 2023 ITC’s Sunfeast Marie Light continues to connect with consumers of Odisha by participating in the iconic Baliyatra in Cuttack this year. Through this unique initiative, the brand aims to celebrate and showcase the rich cultural heritage of Odisha.  Over the course of the several days of the Baliyatra, people of Odisha gather to celebrate ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 30, 2023 Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited (DCBL), India’s leading cement major and a subsidiary of Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), is celebrating the historically significant ‘Baliyatra’ festival currently ongoing in Cuttack, Odisha. The annual fair held on the banks of the Mahanadi River is dedicated to the celebration of the rich maritime history of Odisha, embodying the ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI/BHUBANESWAR, NOV 28, 2023 Leading steelmaker Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) has been honoured with the highly coveted Greentech CSR India Award-2023 for its outstanding contributions in the field of rehabilitation and empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The prestigious award was conferred by Greentech Foundation in recognition of JSP’s commitment to creating a more inclusive and ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 28, 2023 Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited (DCBL), India’s leading cement major and a subsidiary of Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), has been honoured with the Odisha Idea Excellence Award 2023 for its outstanding sustainable livelihood initiatives —Project Hastakala and Project Annadata. Presented by the Odisha CSR Forum, the Resettlement and Rehabilitation (R&R) wing of DCBL, Rajgangpur received ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 26, 2023 Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) reiterates its commitment to providing uninterrupted and safe power supply during the famous Baliyatra in Cuttack, beginning on Monday. The eight-day festival is one of the country’s largest open-air fairs that commemorates the 2,000-year-old maritime and cultural links between ancient Kalinga and Southeast Asia. As a significant ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 25, 2023 NABARD Odisha Regional Office organized a state level conclave on “Enhancement of Skill of FPO and SHG Members” at Railway Auditorium, here on Saturday with focus on the skill gaps under agri, allied, MSME and agro-processing sectors in the State. During the conclave 50 FPOs were provided the sanction letters for a credit support ...

TBB BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, NOV 24, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, triumphed big at the Grow Care Awards, further solidifying its reputation as an employer of choice in the Indian manufacturing industry. The company’s mega smelting operations at Jharsuguda in Odisha, won twin accolades in the categories of “Employee Engagement” and “Best HR Strategy”. The awards underscore its ...

TBB BUREAU PARADIP, NOV 23, 2023 The development of the Western Dock of the Paradip Port is expected to boost economic activities and employment in Odisha and beyond, said Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) Chairman Naveen Jindal, here on Thursday. Performing the Bhoomi Puja for commencement of the construction work for the Western Dock of Paradip Port, Jindal said, “The ...

TBB BUREAU BILAIMUNDA (SUNDARGARH), NOV 23, 2023 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, recently supported the Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (National Young Scientist Exhibition), a national-level initiative by the National Council Of Educational Research & Training (NCERT), organised in Hemgir Block of Sundargarh district in Odisha. By regularly encouraging impactful educational initiatives such as this exhibition and the Suravi ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 23, 2023 In a landmark achievement, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) under the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has successfully facilitated the first-ever shipment of cashew nuts from Odisha to Bangladesh. The consignment, comprising 2 metric tons of premium quality cashew nuts, was exported by the West Bengal-based exporter Paaf ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 23, 2023 L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) concluded its Children’s Eye Care Week with an awareness walk on Sunday, centred around refractive errors in children. This vibrant week-long celebration marked the 15th-year milestone of LVPEI’s dedicated children’s eye care unit, the Miriam Hyman Children’s Eye Care Centre. Dr Ramesha Kekunnaya, Director of Child Sight Institute, ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 23, 2023 With the aim of helping Odisha youths gain employability and relevant skill sets for the power sector, Tata Power – which is running four Discoms in the state in joint venture with the State Government – has signed MoUs with renowned universities. The initiative is in line with the Odisha Government’s ‘Skilled in Odisha’ ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 22, 2023 AIC-Nalanda Institute of Technology Foundation, supported by Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, and in collaboration with Fluid Ventures on Wednesday announced that ‘Odisha Startup Carnival 2023, would be held here from December 10 to 23, 2023. Huge numbers of participation expected for this year’s edition from across the spectrum as Odisha witnessed tremendous growth ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 22, 2023 Aditya Birla Group company Hindalco Industries Ltd. has evinced interest in setting up a plant in Odisha to produce battery-grade Aluminum foil, a critical component in Lithium-ion cells used in electric vehicles (EV). Talking to media persons on the sidelines of the 77th Annual Technical Meeting of The Indian Institute of Metals and National Metallurgist ...

Bhubaneswar, Nov 22, 2023 Today, the world is debating the perils of Generative AI technology as much as its promises and possibilities. Despite the flip side, this world-tilting technology has opened up a profusion of applications. But what pulsates me more than any other possibility is the harnessing of Generative AI for public good. If I make it explicit, I ...

Holds cancer screening camp across Lanjigarh and Bhawanipatna TBB BUREAU LANJIGARH, NOV 22, 2023 Vedanta Limited, Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of metallurgical grade alumina, recently organised a three-day cancer screening drive in Lanjigarh to generate wider awareness about cancer detection and treatment. The drive was undertaken in association with the BALCO Medical Centre (BMC) – one of India’s foremost cancer hospitals, known for ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 21, 2023 SAMRIDH Healthcare Blended Finance Facility, a multi-stakeholder innovation and financing platform supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by IPE Global, in collaboration with a leading Indian startup, Redwing, launched a pilot drone network to enhance accessibility and affordability of healthcare services in the Rayagada district of Odisha. This ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 21, 2023 The World Hotels and Resorts has introduced Lyfe Hotels in Bhubaneswar, marking the brand’s inaugural presence in one of India’s captivating and divine urban centres. The first-of-its-kind luxury in the city of many firsts, Lyfe Hotels is strategically located at Janpath in Bhubaneswar which is a major north-south thoroughfare that provides seamless connectivity to ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 21, 2023 Tata Power-led Odisha discoms are organising ‘Oh My Beautiful Odisha’ photography contest — a unique initiative to celebrate and promote the rich and diverse beauty of Odisha — inviting photographers from all walks of life to participate and exhibit their talent. The contest is open to all residents of Odisha. The participants can upload ...