By Priyabrat Biswal Endowed with a wealth of natural resources — minerals, forests, and fertile lands — Odisha possesses immense potential for industrial and economic growth. Yet, for decades, many parts of the state remained underdeveloped, with persistent poverty and inadequate infrastructure. A compelling example of how the strategic and responsible use of natural resources can drive regional transformation is ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BIJAHAN, APRIL 16, 2025 As part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives under the Bijahan mining project, Mahanadi Mines & Minerals Pvt. Ltd. organized a free eye check-up camp for residents of Bijahan village in Sundargarh district on Wednesday. The camp aimed to enhance access to essential healthcare services for the local community. A total of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, APRIL 16, 2025 In a decisive move to bolster power infrastructure and ensure reliable electricity supply in Cuttack, Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) has commissioned two pivotal projects, reinforcing its commitment to delivering robust and efficient energy solutions across the region. A major highlight is the commissioning of a state-of-the-art Primary Substation at Manguli. This ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BIJAHAN, APRIL 16, 2025 In a continued effort to uplift community health under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) mandate, Mahanadi Mines & Minerals Pvt. Ltd. organized a free eye check-up camp in Bijahan village, Sundargarh district, on Wednesday. The initiative, held under the Bijahan mining project, marked another milestone in the company’s commitment to accessible healthcare for rural ...

In the heartlands of India, where dusty trails wind through sun-baked villages and age-old hills whisper centuries of stories, art has always been more than an aesthetic. It is a voice, an identity, and a tradition passed down through generations like a treasured heirloom. In Odisha and Rajasthan, the millennia-old crafts of Dhokra metalwork, Saura paintings, Ajrak block-printing, and Appliqué ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU GUWAHATI, APRIL 14, 2025 Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday held an extensive meeting with representatives of Vedanta Group to prepare a comprehensive roadmap for the company’s ambitious ₹50,000 crore investment in the state’s oil and gas sector. The meeting follows Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal’s announcement at the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit in February, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, APRIL 14, 2025 In a significant push to infrastructure development in Odisha, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari will visit the state on April 19 to inaugurate a series of national highway projects. The announcement was made by state BJP vice-president Golak Mohapatra on Monday. Gadkari is scheduled to arrive in Bhubaneswar for a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, APRIL 14, 2025 “Creating awareness about fire safety among all stakeholders is crucial for safeguarding lives and assets,” said P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority (PPA), while inaugurating the opening ceremony of National Fire Service Week – 2025 at the CISF Main Fire Station in Paradip on Monday. The event marked the formal commencement of a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PARADIP, APRIL 14, 2025 The Paradip Port Authority (PPA), under the leadership of Chairman PL Haranadh, solemnly observed Ambedkar Jayanti to commemorate the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution. Marked with reverence, the occasion celebrated Dr. Ambedkar’s enduring legacy as a social reformer and champion of justice and equality. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU CHENNAI, APRIL 14, 2025 Matrimony.com, India’s leading and most trusted matchmaking platform, has reached a landmark milestone of 40 million customers as it celebrates 25 years of revolutionizing how Indians find life partners. With a legacy built on trust, technology, and tradition, the company has played a pivotal role in bringing millions of successful marriages to life, operating ...