THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 2, 2025 Lili Das from West Bengal and Prince Kumar from Uttar Pradesh emerged victorious in the overall female and male categories of the prestigious Coal India Bhubaneswar Half Marathon, org Coal India Bhubaneswar Half Marathon anized by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) to mark 50 years of Coal India Limited (CIL). Held at the iconic Kalinga ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 28, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has launched the Vedanta Martial Arts Training Centre, a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering the youth of Jharsuguda through structured martial arts training. The initiative seeks to equip young individuals with essential self-defence skills, discipline, and the opportunity to compete at national and international levels, fostering a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BENGALURU, FEBRUARY 17, 2025 Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has announced its partnership with JioStar as a ‘Co-Powered By’ sponsor for the upcoming TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. This strategic collaboration is set to elevate Campa’s brand presence across TV and digital platforms, further cementing its position within India’s most-watched sporting event. With the TATA IPL continuing ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU           PARADIP, FEBRUARY 16, 2025 Paradip Port made history on Sunday by emerging victorious in the 46th All India Major Port Football Championship 2024-25, securing a dramatic 5-4 penalty shootout win over VOC Port, Tuticorin. The match, held at Gopabandhu Stadium here, ended in a goalless draw after regulation time, but Paradip triumphed in the ensuing shootout to claim ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, FEBRUARY 12, 2025 The 46th edition of the All India Major Ports Football Championship 2024-25 kicked off in grand style at the Gopabandhu Stadium in Paradip on Wednesday. The tournament, featuring eight major ports, began with great enthusiasm as the inaugural match saw the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) take on the Visakhapatnam Port Authority in what promises ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU CUTTACK, FEBRUARY 8, 2025 The inaugural MGM T20 Championship 2025 is officially underway at the MGM School of Sports, a world-class cricket academy located in Kapursingh, Cuttack. Running from February 8 to February 11, this high-profile tournament is set to highlight emerging cricket talent and further elevate Odisha’s sporting community. The four-day competition was launched with an inauguration ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JODA/BARBIL, FEBRUARY 3, 2025 Athletes from Jindal Sports Hostel have brought immense pride to Odisha with their stellar performances at the 38th National Games, held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, from January 28 to February 1, 2025. Bablu Munda clinched the gold medal in the 48 kg men’s Wushu category, while Manju Munda secured silver in the 45 kg women’s ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, JANUARY 27, 2025 The 38th edition of the National Games, hosted in Uttarakhand from January 28 to February 14, will feature a strong contingent of over 50 Reliance Foundation athletes competing in eight disciplines. The games are set to showcase the talents of India’s top athletes in athletics, boxing, badminton, shooting, judo, weightlifting, wrestling, and table tennis. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 25, 2025 Centurion University, in partnership with the Australian Rules Football Association of India (ARFAI), successfully hosted the 10th National Championship of Australian Rules Football and the inaugural Women’s Zonal Championship . The three-day event took place from January 24 at the University’s state-of-the-art sports complex in Bhubaneswar, marking a historic milestone for the sport in ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, JANUARY 18, 2025 The Jindal Steel Premier League 2024-25 concluded in a dazzling display of cricketing prowess, wrapping up a month-long celebration of sportsmanship and skill at Jindal Steel & Power (JSP). Spearheaded by JSP-HR Angul, the tournament ran from December 7, 2024, to January 17, 2025, captivating audiences with intense competition in the JSP Gents, JSP ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 8, 2025 Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, on Wednesday inaugurated the Minati Mohapatra Cycling Velodrome at the KIIT-KISS campus. The velodrome, named in honour of Minati Mohapatra, Odisha’s first Arjuna Awardee in cycling, is set to become a significant hub for cycling enthusiasts. During the inauguration, the Union Minister shared his thoughts ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 3, 2025 In a significant move to promote the traditional sport of Kho Kho, the Odisha government has announced its sponsorship of the national Kho Kho team for the next three years. This initiative, which is set to run from January 2025 to December 2027, is a significant boost to the sport and is expected to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, JANUARY 3, 2025 The 20th Paradip Marathon 2025, organized by the Gopabandhu Kreeda Sansad of Paradip Port Authority (PPA), concluded with resounding success on Friday, marking a fitting tribute to the 64th Port Foundation Day. Odisha Police athletes Ashok Dandsena and Susmita Tigga stole the show with their stellar performances in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively. ...

Lanjigarh, December 31, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a remarkable achievement, Sanjay Majhi, a rising star from the Vedanta Sports Program, has secured a bronze medal in the Indian Round category at the prestigious NTPC Senior National Archery Championship 2024. This historic victory marks the end of Odisha’s 21-year wait for a senior national medal in archery, bringing immense pride to ...

Bhubaneswar, December 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In an electrifying prelude to the much-awaited Hockey India League (HIL) comeback, Vedanta Kalinga Lancers, Odisha’s franchise team, unveiled their official jersey and anthem in a grand event held in Bhubaneswar on Thursday. The event was attended by Odisha’s Minister for Sports and Youth Services, Suryabanshi Suraj, Principal Secretary of the Sports and Youth ...

Paradip, December 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has announced the much-awaited Paradip Marathon-2025, scheduled for January 3, 2025, as part of its Foundation Day celebrations. The marathon, which will commence from the Hanuman Temple near Gate No. 5, will be flagged off by PPA Chairman P.L. Haranadh. Covering a distance of 14 kilometres, the race will ...

New Delhi/Bhubaneswar, 12th December 2024 (TBB Bureau): A monumental step towards fostering badminton excellence in India was taken today with the inauguration of ‘Shuttle by Dalmia Bharat,’ a High-Performance Centre (HPC) at the iconic Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. The grand event was graced by the Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, and the Chief Minister of Assam, Dr. Himanta ...

Bhubaneswar, December 6, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The 39th Junior National Athletics Championships, slated to take place in Bhubaneswar from December 7 to 11, 2024, promises to be an exhilarating showcase of talent, with 17 athletes from the Odisha Reliance Foundation High Performance Centre (HPC) ready to leave their mark on home soil. Among the standout names are Bapi Hansda (400m), ...

Bhubaneswar, December 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The International University Bilateral Cricket Series was officially inaugurated on Monday at the KIIT Cricket Stadium, here. The event, organized collaboratively by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), KIIT University, and the Odisha Cricket Association, was inaugurated by KIIT and KISS Founder Dr. Achyuta Samanta. This marks the first time KIIT University is hosting ...

Joda/Barbil, November 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Athletes from the Jindal Sports Hostel delivered a stellar performance at the 68th National School Games, securing five medals in Wushu. The prestigious event was held in Jammu from November 22 to 26, showcasing the exceptional talent and determination of the hostel’s young athletes. Out of seven participants representing the hostel, Rajesh Nag (40 ...

Bhubaneswar, November 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT and KISS, has been conferred with the prestigious FIVB Grand Cross Award, the highest honour from the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB). He received the award during the 39th FIVB World Congress, a three-day event held in Porto, Portugal, from November 15 to 17. This recognition acknowledges Dr. Samanta’s ...

Bhubaneswar, November 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, is celebrating the remarkable achievement of seven young archers—five of them girls—from its grassroots sports initiative, who have qualified for the prestigious 68th National School Games Federation of India (SGFI) Championship. The championship, hosted by the Sports Authority of Gujarat, provides a national platform for young athletes to ...

New Delhi, November 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The stage is set, and anticipation is high as Vedanta’s Kalinga Lancers prepare for a stellar return to the Hockey India League (HIL) after a seven-year hiatus. The much-awaited season, scheduled from December 28, 2024, to February 1, 2025, promises high-octane action as eight elite teams vie for the prestigious HIL championship title. ...

Lanjigarh, November 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Lanjigarh, India’s leading producer of smelter-grade alumina and a subsidiary of Vedanta Aluminium, organized the first-ever school-level Zonal Sports Meet 2024. The event, held at the DAV Vedanta International School in Lanjigarh — the region’s first English medium school, educating over 4,000 children — marked a historic occasion for the district, bringing together ...

Bhubaneswar, November 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Centurion Cup 2024, the prestigious Odisha State AFL (Australian Football) Championship, concluded with electrifying wins as Team Keonjhar clinched the senior men’s title, and Team Mayurbhanj emerged victorious in the senior women’s division. Organized by the Odisha Footy Association (OFA), in collaboration with Centurion University, Odisha, THAMARRURR Youth from Australia, and AFL India, ...

Search for future stars begins in Bhubaneswar   Bhubaneswar, November 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Yuvraj Singh Centre of Excellence (YSCE), in collaboration with Club Pavilion, the sports vertical of Merlin Group, has officially announced an exciting cricket talent hunt across Eastern India. This groundbreaking initiative, aimed at discovering and nurturing young cricket talent, will launch its first round of ...

Lanjigarh, October 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a testament to the power of rural talent and corporate support, two young archers from Kalahandi, Khirod Kumar and Omkar Majhi, clinched gold and silver medals respectively at the prestigious CBSE Archery Championship 2024, held in Raipur. Both athletes, trained under the Vedanta Sports Initiative, demonstrated exceptional skill, securing top honors among over ...

New Delhi, October 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Limited today unveiled the official lineup for the Kalinga Lancers as the highly anticipated Hockey India League (HIL) 2024 returns after a seven-year hiatus. Following their dominant performance in the player auction, Vedanta has successfully assembled a formidable team, blending emerging talent and seasoned veterans to position the Kalinga Lancers as strong ...

New Delhi, October 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Limited has appointed David John as Strategy Director and Dr. A.B. Subbaiah as Team Manager for the Kalinga Lancers, ahead of the highly anticipated return of the Hockey India League (HIL) in 2024, following a seven-year hiatus. These strategic appointments reflect Vedanta’s commitment to building a top-performing team, poised to excel in ...

Bhubaneswar, October 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Under Armour, the global sportswear giant, has made its much-anticipated debut in Odisha with the opening of its first exclusive store at Bhubaneswar’s Nexus Esplanade Mall on Thursday. The store was inaugurated by none other than Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra, who received a warm welcome from sports enthusiasts, fitness buffs, and his ...

Rajgangpur, October 5, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartwarming celebration of resilience and achievement, Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd. (DCBL), one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, honoured Abhishek Shukla, a cricketing sensation and an inspiring employee of Dalmia Cement, for his incredible journey and achievements. Abhishek, who was born with an amputated left hand, has defied all odds to not only ...

New Delhi, October 4, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a landmark move underscoring its deep-rooted commitment to sports in Odisha, billionaire Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta Limited has acquired full ownership of the Kalinga Lancers, a premier hockey team based in Bhubaneswar. This acquisition, announced on Friday during a franchisee event in New Delhi, comes as anticipation builds for the much-awaited return of ...

New Delhi, September 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Registrations for the World’s most prestigious Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM) are in full swing. The World Athletics Gold Label Road Race, with a prize money of USD 260,000, will be flagged off from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday, October 20. Top athletes from around the globe will join India’s finest and amateur ...

Udaipur, September 25, 2024  (TBB Bureau): Hindustan Zinc’s Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon, widely regarded as India’s most beautiful marathon and one of the world’s most scenic races, is set to attract thousands of participants from across the globe. The event will take place at the iconic Udaipur Field Club on Sunday, 29th September 2024. The inaugural marathon boasts a ...

Bongaigaon, September 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau: The CBSE Far East Zone Chess Championship (Under-17 Mixed) 2024, held from September 20th to 22nd at Royal Global School, Guwahati, Assam, concluded with an exciting display of talent and competition. Among the 46 participating schools and 184 competitors, DPS Ruby Park, Kolkata, emerged as the overall champion in the highly competitive Under-17 category. ...

Bhubaneswar, September 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): KIIT-DU hosted a momentous event on Sunday honoring the students who represented India at the recently concluded Paris Olympics and Paralympics. Led by the university’s Founder, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, the celebration showcased the remarkable achievements of these athletes and emphasized the vital role of sports in education. Each athlete was awarded a cash prize ...

Bhubaneswar, September 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant achievement for Odisha’s sporting community, Pratyasa Ray has been honored with the prestigious 32nd Ekalabya Puraskar for 2024. The decision was made unanimously by the Ekalabya Puraskar Committee, comprising distinguished jury members from various sectors, during a meeting held today. Pratyasa Ray, a rising star in swimming with an impressive track ...

Bhubaneswar, September 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Wonderla Holidays is set to play a transformative role in enriching the lives of Odisha’s youth and promoting holistic growth, said Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister, Pravati Parida, during the inauguration of Wonderla’s newest amusement park on the outskirts of the state capital on Friday. At the inauguration ceremony, Deputy CM Parida emphasized the importance ...

New Delhi, September 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a significant development for India’s maritime sector, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways has announced the appointment of Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker as its new Brand Ambassador. The announcement was made by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today. Manu Bhaker, who has made history as the only Indian to win two individual ...

Bhubaneswar, September 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Athletes from the Odisha-Reliance Foundation (RF) Athletics High Performance Centre (HPC) delivered a remarkable performance at the SAFF Junior Athletics Championships held in Chennai, clinching a total of five medals and demonstrating their elite capabilities on an international stage. DM Jayaram emerged as the star of the event, securing two medals: a bronze in ...

Bongaigaon, September 04, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The 7-A-Side Departmental Football Tournament 2024 at NTPC Bongaigaon concluded with an electrifying final match on September 3, 2024, where Operation Thunders secured a hard-fought victory over Operation Strikers with a narrow 1-0 scoreline. The intense match kept the audience on the edge of their seats until the last whistle, capping off a spirited ...

Bhubaneswar, August 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has been conferred with the prestigious Biju Patnaik Sports Award for 2023 for its outstanding contribution to the promotion of sports and games. NALCO Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) Sridhar Patra received the award on behalf of the company from Odisha Chief Minister ...

Paradip, August 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Paradip Port Sports Council marked National Sports Day with a spirited celebration on Thursday at Gopabandhu Stadium, here. The event, held annually on August 29th, commemorates the birth anniversary of the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand, widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players in history. The day is dedicated to ...

Angul, August 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a nail-biting conclusion to the OP Jindal Cup 2024, Jaga United emerged victorious over Jharsuguda FC with a 4-3 win in a penalty shootout. The gripping final, held at the PTC Ground in Angul, was the culmination of 12 days of intense football competition among 12 teams, and drew a large crowd of ...

Bhubaneswar, August 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  The 40th Sub-Junior & 50th Junior National Aquatic Championship, recently held in Bhubaneswar, saw the rise of the Deshwal twins, Saanvi and Anvi, as the standout performers. The event, organized by the Swimming Federation of India, brought together over 1,000 young swimmers from across the country, showcasing India’s emerging talent in aquatic sports. The ...

Paris, July 31, 2024 (TBB Bureau): India has made a stellar start at the Paris Olympics, securing two medals within the first few days of competition. On July 30th, the Indian athletes received a rousing welcome at the inaugural India House in Parc de la Villette, amidst cheers from fans and administrators. Nita M. Ambani, IOC member and Founder-Chairperson of ...

Paris, July 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Heartfulness and Reliance Foundation have partnered to host a groundbreaking athlete-centric meditation program at the India House, Parc de la Villette, Paris, during the 2024 Paris Olympics. The event will be inaugurated by the Guest of Honour, Ms. Alexandra de Coubertin, President of the Pierre de Coubertin Association and a member of the IOC ...

Bhubaneswar, July 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Two talented kabaddi players from Odisha, supported by Vedanta Aluminium, have made their mark on the national stage by representing their state at the 6th Sports Development and Promotion Federation (SDPF) Kabaddi National Championship. Tankadhar Naik and Lepulya Naik, hailing from the remote village of Sijimali in Rayagada district, were instrumental in securing a ...

BHUBANESWAR, JULY 18, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT-DU), Bhubaneswar, has achieved a significant milestone as twelve of its students have successfully qualified to participate in the Paris Olympics 2024, slated to commence on July 26. This accomplishment marks a proud moment for the institution, which emerges as the leading university in India by sending the largest ...

New Delhi, July 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Optimum Nutrition, the world’s #1 sports nutrition brand, is thrilled to announce a partnership with double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Optimum Nutrition’s journey to encourage more women to achieve excellence in sports and fitness. Optimum Nutrition is part of Glanbia Performance Nutrition (GPN), a company renowned ...