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THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 19, 2025 In a significant breakthrough for India’s quest for critical minerals, the Geological Survey of India (GSI) has identified traces of lithium deposits in the Nayagarh district of Odisha. This discovery marks a crucial step toward strengthening the nation’s domestic supply of lithium, a key component for electric vehicle (EV) batteries and wind turbine blades. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 19, 2025 A dream come true for Bhubaneswar resident Ronak Agarwal, who was overwhelmed with joy after winning a brand-new Maruti Celerio in a lucky draw held by KISNA Jewellery at their Patia showroom on Sunday. “I’ve been participating in lucky draws for a while now — whether shopping with my husband or on my own ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 19, 2025 The Central Geological Programming Board (CGPB) continues to play a pivotal role in advancing geosciences, as highlighted by V.L. Kantha Rao, Secretary of the Ministry of Mines and Chairman of CGPB, at the 64th CGPB meeting held at the State Convention Centre, Lokseva Bhavan, on Sunday. In his keynote address, Rao underscored the Ministry ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU KOLKATA, JANUARY 19, 2025 Anuj Saraswat has assumed the role of Chairman for the Eastern India Regional Council (EIRC) of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) for the year 2025. In the election for the new office bearers, Bishal Harlalka was appointed Vice Chairman, Satish Kumar was elected Secretary, and Santosh Kumar became Treasurer. Their appointments ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JAMNAGAR, JANUARY 19, 2025 In a compassionate move that underscores the importance of animal welfare, Vantara, a cutting-edge animal rescue and rehabilitation organization founded by philanthropist Anant Ambani, is preparing to welcome two cow elephants, Bishnupriya, aged 18, and Lakshmipriya, aged 26, from the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Mayapur, near Kolkata. This transfer follows a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 18, 2025 TPCODL, a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, today inaugurated a state-of-the-art Power Distribution Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar. This facility promises to revolutionize the distribution network management and operational efficiency across the state. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister K. V. Singh Deo, alongside Manoj Ahuja, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR/KONARK, JANUARY 18, 2025 The iconic Sun Temple in Konark has become the backdrop for a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering mining-affected communities through sustainable development. The Ministry of Mines, in collaboration with the Government of Odisha, inaugurated the much-awaited DMF (District Mineral Foundation) Exhibition today, marking the beginning of a transformative journey for the region’s communities. Running ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 18, 2025 KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT-DU), known for its dedication to academic excellence and innovative research, continues to underscore the pivotal role of libraries in education. Guided by the visionary leadership of its Founder, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, the university has established a state-of-the-art Central Library along with 20 school libraries, all operational 24/7 to ...

PARADIP, JANUARY 18, 2025 In a remarkable turn of events for both bird watchers and environmentalists, the Paradeep Phosphate Limited (PPL) premises have become a thriving sanctuary for migratory birds. This year’s census, led by DFO Rajnagar, revealed an astounding 42,582 birds of 44 different species making their seasonal stop at the site, a significant increase from the previous year. ...

Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, celebrated National Youth Day by reinforcing its dedication to youth empowerment through multi-faceted initiatives, including active participation in the Government of India’s Prime Minister’s (PM) Internship Scheme. This initiative, coupled with targeted social impact projects, aims to create robust pathways for rural youth development. As part of the PM Internship Scheme, Vedanta Aluminium has ...