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In the heart of India’s villages and towns, a quiet yet powerful transformation is taking place. Women, long sidelined in economic conversations, are now stepping into the roles of entrepreneurs, educators, and change-makers. This shift is not just about equality: It’s about unlocking a massive economic opportunity. Investing in women-led development at the grass roots is not just a social ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BONGAIGAON, MARCH 7, 2025 NTPC Bongaigaon, in collaboration with the District Administration, organized an Awareness Program on effective ash utilization on March 6, 2025. The event brought together stakeholders from Kokrajhar and the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) to explore sustainable practices in ash management. Masanda M Pertin, District Commissioner, emphasized the importance of sustainable practices and the role ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 7, 2025 Tribal communities and residents of Kalahandi have made a fervent appeal to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for the immediate conduct of a gram sabha for the Lanjigarh Bauxite Mine, stressing its crucial role in the socio-economic development of the region. A delegation from the Lanjigarh Anchalika Vikas Parishad, a local organization focused ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 6, 2025 “Odisha stands as a leader in the mining sector, excelling in the production of bauxite, coal, iron ore, and other mineral resources, significantly contributing to the state’s revenue,” said Gokulananda Mallik, Odisha’s Minister for MSME, during the inauguration of the 3rd Odisha Mining and Infrastructure International Expo 2025 at Baramunda Ground in Bhubaneswar on ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 6, 2025 Odisha’s Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) Anu Garg has urged banks to achieve the full 100% target of the Annual Credit Plan (ACP) for the fiscal year 2024-25, amounting to ₹2.11 lakh crore. Addressing the 178th State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) meeting on Thursday, she emphasized the need to strengthen credit flows to key ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 6, 2025 In a landmark event ahead of International Women’s Day, the Ministry of Mines, in collaboration with Coal India Limited (CIL), hosted “Celebrating Women in Mining Sector” to honor and empower women professionals in the mining industry. The event, attended by Union Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of State ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 6, 2025 In a significant step toward international skill development and capacity building, Centurion University on Wednesday launched the Zimbabwe Government-sponsored training program for Zimbabwean Government Officers. This initiative, a milestone in India-Zimbabwe cooperation, aligns with the Prime Minister’s vision of South-South collaboration and knowledge exchange. The high-level Zimbabwean delegation attending the event comprised senior officials ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, MARCH 6, 2025 Union Bank of India has launched a nationwide Mega MSME Outreach Campaign, a week-long initiative aimed at empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by providing seamless access to financial products, fostering entrepreneurship, and promoting financial inclusion. The campaign was formally inaugurated in Bengaluru by A. Manimekhalai, Managing Director & CEO, Union Bank of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 6, 2025 Ladu Kishore Pradhan, a dedicated lineman from TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), has brought immense pride to Odisha by being recognized at the national level for his exemplary contributions to innovation, service, and reliability. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) felicitated him during the prestigious Lineman Diwas 2025 event held in New Delhi. At ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU MUMBAI, MARCH 6, 2025 Waaree Energies, India’s largest solar PV module manufacturer and a global clean energy leader, has achieved a historic milestone by securing the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal. This recognition makes Waaree Energies the first Indian solar PV manufacturer to receive this distinction, placing it among the top 5% of companies worldwide for exemplary environmental, social, ...