Jharsuguda, July 4, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has recently celebrated the successful completion of two years of its e-learning initiative, Vidyagraha. This initiative aims to enhance access to quality education for students in rural Odisha. In celebration of this milestone, the company recognized 17 headmasters from participating schools who achieved a 100 per cent ...

Bhubaneswar, July 4, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a distinguished ceremony on Thursday, Bansidhar & Ila Panda Foundation (BIPF), the philanthropic wing of Indian Metals and Ferro Alloys Limited (IMFA), celebrated the remarkable achievements of the recipients of the prestigious ‘Professor Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship for Higher Education’ (PGDS) for the academic year 2023-2024. The PGDS, now in its 19th edition, recognized ...

Berhampur, July 4, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant stride towards promoting menstrual health and sustainability, Tata Power Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) organized a pioneering Menstrual Health & Hygiene Session at KC Girls’ High School, Gosaninuagaon, as part of the Tata Sustainability Month celebrations. Over 100 young girls participated enthusiastically in this transformative event, gaining essential knowledge about maintaining ...

Bongaigaon, July 4, 2024 (TBB Bureau): NTPC Bongaigaon achieved a significant milestone on Thursday with the grand inauguration of the Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM), a pioneering initiative dedicated to nurturing the potential of young girls in the region. The ceremony was graced by Ukil Muchahary, Executive Member of BTR, Water Resources, Food and Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Co-operation, Welfare ...

JODA/BARBIL, JULY 1, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  JSP Foundation, the social arm of Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), has announced the launch of its flagship project ‘Vatsalya.’ This initiative aims to improve the health and nutritional status of women, children, and adolescent girls in the tribal-dominated Barbil region. The project will initially pilot in the Deojhar, Serenda, and Bhadrasahi Gram Panchayats, ...

WASHINGTON/MUMBAI, JULY 1, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): In a powerful stride towards women’s empowerment, the 2024-25 WomenLeaders India Fellowship has been officially launched today. This prestigious program, a joint effort by Reliance Foundation and Vital Voices, is designed to elevate 50 extraordinary women leaders within India’s social sector, fostering transformative change and innovation across the nation. Aligning with India’s G20 Presidency ...

BHUBANESWAR, JULY 1, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Centurion University of Technology & Management’s (CUTM) Bhubaneswar campus witnessed a groundbreaking fusion of innovation and expertise during a two-day national conference-cum-workshop on “Advancement in Animal Handling and Generative AI for Pre-Clinical Studies,” sponsored by AYUSH. Held on June 28-29, the event attracted over 300 students and 100 faculty members, marking a significant leap ...

Angul, June 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant step towards eliminating tuberculosis (TB) in India, JSP Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Jindal Steel & Power, has been officially registered as a Ni-Kshay Mitra under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukta Bharat Abhiyan. The Central Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, presented the certificate of ...

PARADIP, JUNE 25, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): In a significant display of multi-agency coordination and emergency preparedness, a comprehensive mock drill was held at the main fire station of Paradip Port. The exercise, organized by the CISF Unit in collaboration with the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) and various stakeholders, aimed to simulate a high-level emergency response scenario. The event was graced ...

Bongaigaon, June 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a recent meeting held at NTPC Bongaigaon, Akhilesh Singh, Head of Project (HOP) and Business Unit Head, engaged in a productive dialogue with Pramod Boro, Chief Executive Member of BTC. The discussions centered around the ongoing collaborative efforts between NTPC and the BTC Administration, particularly in the realms of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), ...

Jharsuguda, June 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, marked the International Day of Yoga with a series of community yoga sessions aimed at promoting physical and mental well-being. Aligned with this year’s global theme, ‘Yoga for Self and Society,’ the sessions were enthusiastically attended by Vedanta’s employees, their families, and local community members. International Day of ...

Bamnipal, June 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): A collaborative effort between Tata Steel Foundation (TSF) and Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) bore fruit as a two-day ‘Soil Testing Programme’ concluded at the Bamnipal Housing Complex of Tata Steel on Wednesday. The event, held in conjunction with the ‘World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought’ celebrations, aimed to enlighten farmers about ...

Jharsuguda, June 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a gesture of compassion and commitment to community welfare, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s foremost producer of aluminium, has stepped forward to provide essential cooling assets to the District Jail in Jharsuguda. With temperatures soaring in the region, the provision of 15 air coolers, 50 ceiling fans, and a water cooler by Vedanta Aluminium will ...

JODA, JUNE 15, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Wushu athletes hailing from the Jindal Sports Hostel in Barbil, situated in the tribal heartland of Odisha, have attained remarkable success by securing four gold medals and one bronze medal at the esteemed Khelo India Zonal Women’s Wushu League, held in Bagalkot, Karnataka from June 10 to 13, 2024. Established and overseen by the ...

Bhubaneswar, June 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a momentous recognition of its exceptional contributions to community development through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) has been awarded the prestigious Kalinga CSR & Sustainability Excellence Award 2024 in the Gold Category. The award ceremony took place in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, with Lebohang Valentine Mochaba, High Commissioner of ...

RANCHI, JUNE 6, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  Skill development is the cornerstone of self-reliance and empowerment, and NTPC Mining Limited (NML), Ranchi, is spearheading a transformative initiative under its CSR umbrella. NML has undertaken the commendable task of sponsoring 80 project-affected youths, including 25 girls, hailing from coal mining projects and surrounding areas in the states of Jharkhand, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh, ...

New Delhi, June 1, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In the heartlands of rural India, where whispers still echo louder than voices, Vedanta Aluminium has launched a revolution. As the nation observes Menstrual Hygiene Week, Vedanta Aluminium, a beacon of industry, is not content with just production figures. Instead, it has embarked on a mission to rewrite the narrative surrounding menstruation, hygiene, ...

Bhubaneswar, June 1, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Limited, Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of smelter-grade alumina and a unit of Vedanta Aluminium, has launched ‘Sangam: Jeevan, Prakruti Aur Sanskriti Ka Ek Milan’, an initiative aimed at supporting rural farmers by developing climate-resilient livelihoods. Integrating sustainable agricultural practices, technological interventions, and natural resource management, Project Sangam is set to benefit over 500 ...

Keonjhar/Joda, May 31, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Namrata Behera, a standout student from Vishwa Vinayak Degree College, has achieved the highest honours in BSc Computer Science at Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University. This remarkable achievement has brought immense pride to her hometown in Keonjhar District. Namrata, the daughter of Bijayananda and Geetanjali Behera from Dalanga village under Khireitangiri Gram Panchayat ...

Rayagada, May 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Aditya Birla Group’s Utkal Alumina International Ltd (UAIL), in collaboration with NABARD, has been making significant strides in transforming the lives of rural tribal households in Rayagada through Project Wadi. Launched in 2019, this initiative aims to double farmers’ income by improving the quality of life sustainably within three to six years. The project ...

KENDRAPARA, MAY 28, 2024 (TBB BUREAU) : ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India), a leading steel manufacturer, continues to champion skill development through its “Daksh” initiative, aimed at uplifting local communities. In collaboration with the National Skill Development Corporation, the company established a Digital Skill Centre in Kendrapara to impart essential skill development training to underprivileged youth in the region. ...

Jharsuguda, May 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, recently organized an engaging and insightful session with MV Murali Krishna, the esteemed coach of the India Para Badminton Team. The event, aimed at promoting grassroots sports and leveraging sports for community development, took place at Vedanta’s state-of-the-art township in Jharsuguda. The session featured basic badminton training ...

Bengaluru, May 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Amazon continues to make significant strides in empowering communities through a variety of impactful initiatives, positively impacting more than 7.8 million people nationwide. By leveraging its vast resources and innovative capabilities, Amazon focuses on providing essential education and skills training to underserved populations. One of the cornerstone programs, Amazon Future Engineer, aims to bridge ...

Rayagada, May 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has expanded its Mobile Health Unit (MHU) services to the rural areas surrounding the Sijimali mines in Rayagada and Kalahandi districts of Odisha. This initiative aims to provide essential and quality healthcare services at the doorstep of communities, improving healthcare access in remote villages. The MHU services will ...

Lanjiberna/Bhubaneswar, May 27, 2024: The Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), India’s leading cement company, celebrated a significant milestone with the completion of the first training session at its newly established DIKSHa (Dalmia Institute of Knowledge and Skill Harnessing) centre in Lanjiberna, Odisha. The valedictory ceremony honoured 30 trainees who completed ...

RANCHI, MAY 22, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): In a heartwarming display of community service, the NTPC Swayamsiddha Ladies Club (SSLC) has stepped forward to support underprivileged segments of society with essential provisions and educational resources. Under its benevolent welfare initiative, SSLC recently provided two water tanks and distributed food packets to the Adim Jatiya Seva Mandal, an orphanage home catering to ...

Jharsuguda, May 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, inaugurated Project Kalakriti, a traditional art and crafts training program aimed at empowering women in Jharsuguda. The initiative focuses on fostering sustainable livelihoods by providing training in various crafts, ultimately enhancing household incomes and preserving local heritage. Under Project Kalakriti, women from 21 villages in Jharsuguda will ...

Bongaigaon, May 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a remarkable display of community engagement and environmental stewardship, NTPC Bongaigaon organized a massive plogging event as part of the ongoing Swachh Pakhwada, held from May 16th to 31st, 2024. The event saw enthusiastic participation from over 100 employees and associates, marking a significant step towards a cleaner and greener environment. Led by ...

Bongaigaon, May 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a commendable effort to support education and community welfare, NTPC Bongaigaon, in collaboration with the Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club (BSLC), distributed 60 desks and benches to five local schools. This initiative, led by Bindu Namboothiri, President of BSLC, aims to improve the learning environment for students by providing necessary infrastructure. The schools benefiting ...

Bongaigaon, May 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In adherence to the nationwide Swachhata Pakhwada initiative, spanning from May 16th to May 31st, 2024, NTPC Bongaigaon on Monday conducted a Swachhata Talk at Salakati ME School, engaging 100 enthusiastic students. The event aimed to imbibe the significance of cleanliness and hygiene among young minds, fostering a healthier future for India. Dr. Kriti ...

Ranchi, May 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a bid to raise community awareness about the significance of cleanliness and sanitation, NTPC Coal Mining Headquarters/NTPC Mining Limited, Ranchi, organised a Swachhta Rally as part of the ongoing Swachhta Pakhwada-2024 (May 16 to May 31, 2024). The rally saw the enthusiastic participation of Regional Executive Director (Coal Mining), Animesh Jain, heads of ...

Ranchi, May 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau): As part of the ongoing Swachhta Pakhwada initiative, NTPC Coal Mining HQ/NML Ranchi organised a Workshop on Kitchen Waste Management for members of the Swayamsiddha Ladies Club (SSLC) in collaboration with “Urban Kheti,” an organisation dedicated to waste management and organic farming. The workshop aimed to raise awareness about the importance of reducing, reusing, ...

Ranchi, May 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): NTPC Coal Mining Headquarters/NTPC Mining Limited, Ranchi as part of observing Swachhta Pakhwada-2024 from May 16 to May 31, 2024, today organised Thematic Painting Competition for School Children and cleanliness drive by employees. The painting competition and cleanliness drive was organised at Govt School, Bajra, Ranchi. Before the start of the painting competition, school ...

Bhubaneswar, May 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Limited, Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of smelter grade alumina and a unit of Vedanta Aluminium, recently organized a comprehensive multi-specialty health camp and blood donation drive in Kalahandi district, Odisha. This week-long event aimed at making healthcare services accessible featured multiple health camps and awareness drives across several remote villages in Kalahandi, witnessing ...

Barbil, May 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a significant move to promote sports education, the JSW Foundation has distributed 40 bicycles to young footballers under its training program. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility and encourage participation in sports among the youth. JSW recently handed out 20 bicycles at Jajang, and 10 each at Nuagaon and Narayanposhi. The distribution event ...

BHUBANESWAR, MAY 16, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power Company Limited and the Government of Odisha, continues its commitment towards rural development through its innovative Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Samriddhi. This multi-stakeholder initiative is in collaboration with the Pantiss Center for Just Transition, NITCON Social Foundation, and GIZ-Germany. In line ...

RANCHI, MAY 16, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): NTPC Coal Mining Headquarters in Ranchi has kicked off Swachhta Pakhwada-2024, a fortnight dedicated to promoting cleanliness and sanitation, running from May 16 to May 31, 2024. This year’s campaign emphasizes community involvement in spreading awareness about cleanliness. The initiative began with a Swachhta Pledge led by Rajnish Rastogi, Chief General Manager (HR), in ...

BONGAIGAON, MAY 14, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): NTPC Bongaigaon, in collaboration with the Employee Welfare Association, rejoiced in the festivities of Bohagi Utsav on Sunday, marking the culmination of the Assamese New Year celebrations that commenced on April 12, 2024. The colourful and lively event, a testament to the power station’s commitment to employee welfare, saw enthusiastic participation from employees, their ...

Jamkhani (Odisha), May 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant stride towards sustainable community development, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has illuminated the remote villages of Jamkhani, Girisma, Munderkhet, Jharpalam, and Hemgir in the Sundargarh district of Odisha. The installation of 100 solar-powered streetlights along a 6-Km stretch underscores Vedanta’s commitment to fostering eco-friendly solutions and enhancing the quality ...

Mumbai, May 02, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Renowned actor Manoj Bajpayee has teamed up with Nand Ghar, a transformative initiative aimed at revolutionizing 14 lakh anganwadis across India, in unveiling a national movement titled “Agar Bachpan Se Poocha Khaana Khaya, Toh Desh Ka Kal Banaya” (If asked as a child, did you eat? Then you shaped the future of the nation). ...

New Delhi, May 01, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a significant move towards social empowerment, the Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the corporate social responsibility arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), has teamed up with Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The primary objective of this collaboration is to empower rural youth through skill development initiatives. The ...

Belpahar, April 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has embarked on the latest phase of its innovative Project Panchhi initiative at Lakhanpur, Belpahar, in Jharsuguda district. Spearheaded under the visionary guidance of Vedanta Group Chairman, Anil Agarwal, Project Panchhi represents a pioneering corporate endeavor aimed at empowering 1,000 girls from economically marginalized communities across India ...

Bhubaneswar, April 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Hindalco, a part of the Aditya Birla Group, has initiated the “GYANARJAN Project” in Odisha, operated by Hirakud, to empower students in challenging subjects like science, math, and English. The goal is to prepare them for entrance exams to esteemed professional institutions, enabling access to quality education. In collaboration with ALOK of Burla, the ...

Ranchi, April 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a dazzling display of camaraderie and celebration, NTPC Mining Limited’s Women’s Welfare Wing hosted its Annual Day Celebration with magnificence. Chief Guest Animesh Jain, Regional Executive Director (Coal Mining) & CEO (NML), along with Rekha Jain, President of the Swayamsiddha Ladies Club, inaugurated the festivities by illuminating lamps in the esteemed presence of ...

RAJGANGPUR, APRIL 24, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited, in collaboration with Zilla Swasthya Samiti, NHM Sundargarh, inaugurated a new immunization centre at SPANDAN Hospital in Rajgangpur. Recognized as the premier hospital within industrial settings for its top-notch infrastructure and services, SPANDAN Hospital offers round-the-clock emergency and ambulance services, as well as OPD services catering to employees, their families, ...

BHUBANESWAR, APRIL 21, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) is taking strides in youth empowerment through its latest Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) endeavor, the Daksh programme. This initiative focuses on providing market-ready skill training to rural youth in Odisha, aiming to create avenues for meaningful employment and entrepreneurship. Recently, TPCODL celebrated a milestone with the convocation ...

BHUBANESWAR, APRIL 17, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  In a concerted effort to address the healthcare needs of underprivileged communities, the Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL),  in collaboration with Care Netram organized a transformative eye check-up camp at the Occupational Health Centre located at Dalmia Cement’s Cuttack plant – Kapilas Cement Works ...

RAYAGADA, APRIL 13, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, demonstrated its commitment to nurturing sporting talent in rural Odisha by supporting the latest edition of the Kashipur Premier League (KPL), a cricket tournament organised annually by local community members in Kashipur. The tournament, which commenced on March 3, 2024, witnessed enthusiastic participation from 175 cricket players representing ...

NEW DELHI, APRIL 09, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): On the occasion of World Health Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, has unveiled its significant contributions towards community health interventions, positively impacting approximately 4 lakh people across Odisha and Chhattisgarh in the fiscal year 2024. Aligning closely with this year’s theme, “My health, my right”, Vedanta Aluminium is steadfast in its ...

LANJIGARH (ODISHA), APRIL 08, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): In a monumental stride towards societal transformation, Vedanta Limited, Lanjigarh, premier producer of smelter-grade alumina and a unit of Vedanta Aluminium, has unveiled the second phase of its groundbreaking recruitment initiative, ‘Project Panchhi’. Designed to uplift the lives of 1,000 girls hailing from underserved communities nationwide, the project aims to mitigate socio-economic constraints ...