BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 2, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): In a landmark initiative to boost youth employability in Odisha, Dr. Reddy’s Foundation, in partnership with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC), has launched a state-of-the-art skill development centre in Bhubaneswar. This new centre will offer a specialized three-month General Duty Assistant (GDA) course, tailored specifically for the youth in Angul and Sundargarh districts. The ...

Bhubaneswar, July 31, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a landmark move towards enhancing transparency, accountability, and human rights protection within the state’s criminal justice system, a comprehensive network of 11,907 CCTV cameras has been activated across 593 police stations in 30 districts of Odisha. This vast surveillance network, overseen by Volksara Techno Solutions, a subsidiary of the Krystal Group, is designed ...

NEW DELHI/BHUBANESWAR, JULY 30, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Jindal Steel and Power (JSP) has been honored with the prestigious Mines Safety Awards 2024 by the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) for its exemplary dedication to safety at its mining operations in Odisha. The Kasia Iron Ore Mines received the second prize in the large open-cast metal mines category, while the ...

Jharsuguda, July 30, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  “Odisha has immense potential for growth in sectors like metals, agro-processing, textiles, chemicals, tourism, and emerging industries such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, IT, and electronics,” said Sunil Gupta, Vice Chairman, CII Odisha State Council, and Chief Operating Officer, Vedanta Aluminium, at the inaugural edition of the CII MSME Vendor Connect Series. Hosted by ...

Bhubaneswar, July 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Indian Institute of Mass Communication Alumni Association (IIMCAA) Odisha Chapter held its annual meet, “Connection-2024,” in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. The event brought together nearly 200 former students from the 1993-1994 batch to the recently graduated batch, providing a vibrant platform for alumni to relive cherished memories and celebrate their shared journey. The gathering ...

Bhubaneswar, July 24, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Odisha’s economy has demonstrated significant progress, with an impressive growth rate of 8.5 per cent for the 2023-24 financial year, according to the latest Economic Survey report tabled in the state assembly on Wednesday. This marks a notable increase from the 7.9 per cent growth achieved in the previous fiscal year. The survey highlights ...

Bhubaneswar, July 24, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Hindalco Industries Ltd, the metal flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, is set to significantly contribute to the industrial development of Odisha with a planned investment of over Rs. 25,000 crore. This ambitious investment strategy was revealed during a meeting between Hindalco’s Odisha President, Ardhendu Mohapatra, and Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister, KV Singhdeo, ...

Bhubaneswar, July 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Two talented kabaddi players from Odisha, supported by Vedanta Aluminium, have made their mark on the national stage by representing their state at the 6th Sports Development and Promotion Federation (SDPF) Kabaddi National Championship. Tankadhar Naik and Lepulya Naik, hailing from the remote village of Sijimali in Rayagada district, were instrumental in securing a ...

Bhubaneswar, July 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, is reinforcing its commitment to customer safety and security amidst a surge in fraudulent activities targeting its customers. Recently, many customers have reported receiving unauthorized messages on their mobile phones, falsely threatening disconnection of their electricity services ...

Paradip, July 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) Hospital, in partnership with the Bagchi Sri Shankara Cancer Centre and Research Institute, Bhubaneswar, organized a comprehensive cancer screening camp aimed at promoting health awareness among the local community. The camp, focusing on head & neck, breast, and cervix examinations, catered to PPA staff, employees, and underprivileged members of ...