New Delhi, October 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Jindal Panther Cement (JPC), a prominent entity within the Jindal Group, on Tuesday announced the commissioning of its first cement grinding unit in Angul, Odisha, with a capacity of 1.5 million tons per annum (MTPA). This state-of-the-art facility is poised to play a critical role in the company’s ambitious decarbonisation strategy, operating with ...

Bhubaneswar, October 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Michelin, a global leader in tyre technology, has announced the winners of the inaugural Michelin AI Challenge, marking a significant milestone in the AI-driven innovation landscape. The competition, launched in collaboration with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Startup India, aims to foster entrepreneurship and encourage cutting-edge developments within ...

New Delhi, October 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has flagged certain irregularities in the gold loan segment and called upon lenders to thoroughly reassess their lending practices. The new regulatory measures, aimed at curbing discrepancies in the loan against gold jewellery sector, may slow the growth of gold loans in the near term. In a ...

Bhubaneswar, October 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a country where legal frameworks provide for equal inheritance rights for daughters, societal realities tell a different story. A recent study by Sunfeast Mom’s Magic reveals that only 7% of daughters receive equal inheritance through a will, highlighting the persistence of the archaic belief that “betiyan paraya dhan hoti hain” (daughters are ultimately ...

Jharsuguda, October 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, recently welcomed students from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur to its state-of-the-art aluminium plant in Jharsuguda as part of its Campus Connect initiative. The visit offered the students an in-depth understanding of the aluminium manufacturing process, which serves over 60 countries, and provided valuable insights into ...

Bhubaneswar, October 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has initiated a thorough preparedness plan in response to Cyclone ‘Dana’, focusing on maintaining uninterrupted power supply and ensuring public safety. As the cyclone approaches, TPCODL is fully equipped to handle any potential disruptions with the aim ...

Kolkata, October 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartfelt tribute to Breast Cancer Month, Medica Superspecialty Hospital hosted a special event, ‘Bijoya: Brave and Beautiful,’ celebrating the resilience of women who have triumphed over breast cancer or are currently battling the disease. The gathering aimed to highlight the importance of early detection, support systems, and the strength of community in ...

Bhubaneswar, October 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a powerful display of community service and compassion, the Jindal Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Jindal Steel & Power, marked Seva Divas across the country to celebrate the birthday of its Chairperson, Shallu Jindal—an acclaimed philanthropist, social leader, and renowned Kuchipudi danseuse. Seva Divas, observed on this special occasion, reflected the Foundation’s unwavering ...

Puri, October 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant move to boost coastal tourism in Odisha, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal announced the establishment of two new lighthouses at Chaumukha in Balasore district and Dhamra in Bhadrak. The announcement was made on Sunday during the 2nd Indian Lighthouse Festival, held in Puri. At present, Odisha boasts ...

New Delhi, October 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  As urban air pollution continues to rise, a remarkable natural remedy is gaining attention for its skin health benefits: bamboo charcoal, affectionately dubbed the “black diamond.” A recent medical study has highlighted its effectiveness not only in purifying water but also in protecting facial skin from the adverse effects of pollution. The study ...