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THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BONGAIGAON, FEBRUARY 7, 2025 NTPC Bongaigaon has reinforced its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the District Administration, Kokrajhar, and PWD, Kokrajhar & Chirang District Territorial Division for the construction of a modern kitchen and a multi-purpose hall at Kokrajhar District Jail. This initiative aims to enhance the jail’s infrastructure, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, FEBRUARY 7, 2025 Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati paid his maiden visit to Paradip Port on Friday, where he was accorded a warm welcome by the Paradip Port Authority (PPA). Upon his arrival at the PPA Administrative Building, he was received with cordial greetings by PPA Chairman PL Haranadh and senior port officials. A ceremonial Guard ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 6, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has launched Odisha’s first LED Glow Garden, a pioneering initiative designed to enhance public spaces, promote tourism, and provide an engaging recreational destination for residents and visitors. The garden was inaugurated by Odisha’s Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari, Jharsuguda MLA Tankadhar Tripathy, Jharsuguda Collector and District Magistrate Aboli Sunil ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEBRUARY 6, 2025 A major electricity meter tampering racket has been uncovered in Cuttack district, following a decisive action by TPCODL in collaboration with law enforcement agencies. The prime suspect behind the illegal operation was arrested by Athagarh Police on February 2, 2025, and is currently in police custody. Authorities recovered a specialized toolkit used for tampering ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, FEBRUARY 6, 2025 The Jindal Foundation celebrated National Girl Child Day with a series of impactful events aimed at promoting gender equality, recognizing the contributions of girls to society, and empowering them to overcome societal challenges. The week-long celebrations were organized in collaboration with the Zilla Swasthya Samiti, District Child Protection Unit, and ICDS. As part of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 In a bid to boost tourism and attract investments, the Odisha government organized a high-profile roadshow in Hyderabad on Tuesday, highlighting the state’s rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and emerging tourism opportunities. The event, held in association with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), drew participation from over 40 travel ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 The 16th Finance Commission, led by Chairman Dr. Arvind Panagariya, commenced its four-day visit to Odisha, delving into the state’s rich tribal heritage and world-class sports infrastructure. The delegation, comprising esteemed members, arrived in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday and began its tour with visits to the Odisha State Tribal Museum and Kalinga Stadium. At the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 In a groundbreaking move to enhance urban mobility, Odisha has launched Odisha Yatri — a cutting-edge mobility app that prioritizes safety, fairness, and driver empowerment. The app is redefining the way people travel across Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, quickly emerging as the preferred choice for thousands of commuters seeking a reliable and secure transportation solution. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Gayatri Vasudeva Yadav as its new Group Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of Strategic Initiatives in the office of the chairman. The appointment was announced by Isha Ambani, Director on the Board of Reliance and daughter of Chairman Mukesh Ambani. Yadav joins ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 KIIT-TBI, in collaboration with KIIT-DU and with support from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and the Global Counter Terrorism Council (GCTC), hosted the ‘BRICS Youth Council Entrepreneurship Pre-Consultation’ on Tuesday. The event served as a dynamic platform for distinguished speakers and aspiring entrepreneurs to deliberate on the pivotal role of youth in driving economic ...