Bhubaneswar, September 30, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are increasingly turning to alternative funding sources such as non-convertible debentures (NCDs), commercial papers (CPs), foreign currency borrowings (FCBs), and securitisation to fuel their growth. This shift comes amid a slowdown in bank loans after risk weights on lending to higher-rated NBFCs were raised last year. A recent analysis of ...

Basel (Switzerland), September 30, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Syngenta Group, a global leader in agricultural innovation, has launched Cropwise AI, a state-of-the-art GenAI system designed to enhance the efficiency of agronomic advisors and growers. The announcement was made at the World AgriTech Innovation Summit in London today. Cropwise AI aims to improve crop management practices by leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms ...

Bhubaneswar, September 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and Government of Odisha, has been conferred with the prestigious SKOCH Awards 2024 at the 99th SKOCH Summit, held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. Recognized for its cutting-edge initiatives, TPCODL has been awarded the Gold Award for “Digitally Karan – ...

Paralakhemundi, September 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM), in collaboration with the Operational Research Society of India (ORSI), Bhubaneswar Chapter, successfully concluded the two-day International Conference on “Viksit Bharat: Innovative Business, Agriculture, Technology, and Resource Management for Sustainable Growth” on Friday. The event attracted over 200 participants, including global experts, researchers, and policymakers from more ...

Jharsuguda, September 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has successfully concluded a week-long Swachhata Abhiyan in Jharsuguda, as part of the Government of India’s ‘Swachhata Hi Sewa’ initiative. This campaign focused on improving public spaces, raising awareness about waste management, and promoting green practices, all in alignment with the company’s broader sustainability strategy. The initiative featured ...

Bhubaneswar, September 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): ITC Sunfeast Dark Fantasy, one of India’s most beloved cookie brands known for transforming everyday moments into extraordinary experiences, proudly unveils its latest initiative, “Big Fantasies: Give Wings to Your Imagination.” With this creative and innovation-driven program, the brand seeks to spark creativity and imagination in children by blending art with technology. This groundbreaking ...

New Delhi, September 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): On the occasion of World Tourism Day, Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, is encouraging its customers to explore the world’s diverse landscapes and cultures without the hassle of currency management. With the launch of the PNB Multi-Currency World Travel Card, globetrotters and business travellers can now enjoy ...

NALCO setting new milestones with record-breaking achievements: CMD  Bhubaneswar, September 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): With a clear strategy aligned with national priorities and global trends, the future looks bright for Navratna CPSE National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) as it aims to bolster India’s industrial prowess and economic resilience. Reaffirming the company’s vision, NALCO Chairman-cum-Managing Director Sridhar Patra said that the ...

New Delhi, September 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant step towards promoting holistic nutrition for children, Project Nand Ghar, under the Anil Agarwal Foundation, has launched a program to distribute millet protein shakes across Nand Ghars in states where Vedanta operates. Throughout September, over 50,000 millet shakes will be distributed to approximately 6,000 children across multiple districts in Odisha, ...

Sambalpur, September 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) has reached a remarkable milestone in operational excellence by surpassing 100 million tonnes in coal dispatch for the financial year 2024-25. This achievement was realized on Thursday, a full 16 days ahead of the previous fiscal year’s record. The significant 100 million tonnes of coal dispatch reflects an impressive 7 ...