The Business Bytes

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 ...

Sambalpur, June 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 50 million tonnes (MT) of coal dispatch for the fiscal year 2024-25. This achievement came seven days ahead of the previous record, setting a new benchmark in operational excellence for the company. This accomplishment reflects a robust 7.7 per cent growth in overall ...

Mumbai, June 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Renowned actor Aamir Khan, often referred to as ‘Mr. Perfectionist,’ has recently expanded his impressive real estate portfolio with the acquisition of a new residential property in Mumbai’s upscale Bandra suburb. The prestigious property, located in the affluent Pali Hills area, was purchased for Rs. 9.75 crore. With this new purchase, Aamir Khan further ...

Bhubaneswar, 26 June 2024 (TBB Bureau):  The UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC), in collaboration with the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), convened a high-profile business roundtable with nearly 30 businesses based in Odisha to explore the vast opportunities presented by the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The UAE delegation, spearheaded by Abdulnasser Alshaali, the UAE Ambassador to India, included prominent ...

Mumbai, June 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau): As the world eagerly anticipates the Paris 2024 Olympics, set to commence in exactly one month, India is preparing to make history with the introduction of its first-ever country house at the Games – the India House. The India House at the Paris Olympics will be a “home away from home” for the travelling ...

Berhampur, June 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  As the monsoon season approaches, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has implemented robust measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply across the region. TPSODL has fortified its infrastructure and operational capabilities to swiftly address any contingencies that may arise during the inclement weather. At the heart of their preparations is the Power Supply Control ...

ROURKELA, JUNE 25, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has underscored its commitment to environmental sustainability through the adoption of several advanced Environment Management technologies and practices. A significant milestone in this endeavour is the rapid progress of the Treatment System-1 project, a cornerstone of its Zero Liquid Discharge initiative, showcasing the plant’s dedication to a greener ecosystem. This pioneering ...

BHUBANESWAR, JUNE 25, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  In a major stride towards fortifying power distribution amidst soaring electricity demand due to recent heatwaves, TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) has undertaken extensive infrastructure upgrades. Central to these efforts is the construction of new 33KV and 11KV feeders designed to ensure a consistent and high-quality power supply for consumers. A noteworthy milestone ...