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KIIT, KISS & Jhpiego launch ‘THRIVE’ to enhance tribal health & youth empowerment

Bhubaneswar, October 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), and Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, today expanded their partnership by launching a new initiative called Tribal Health Research Innovation & Vocational Empowerment (THRIVE). A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in the presence of KIIT and ...

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Commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement marks NALCO’s Swachhata Hi Seva campaign 2024

Bhubaneswar, October 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Navratna CPSE, National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), actively participated in the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva 2024 campaign. In line with the directives from the Union Ministry of Mines and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, the Swachhata Hi Seva fortnight was observed from September 17 to October 2, 2024, with a focus on ...

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‘WeCare4Swachhata’: Over 75,000 volunteers drive Reliance’s nationwide campaign for cleaner, greener India

Mumbai, October 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant boost to the nationwide Jan Andolan for Swachhata, more than 75,000 volunteers joined Reliance’s WeCare4Swachhata campaign across 4,100 locations, making a strong statement for a cleaner and greener India. Organized during the Government of India’s Swachhata Hi Seva fortnight, the campaign saw active participation from Reliance employees, their families, and local ...

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Solar energy is key to combating climate change: Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki

Bhubaneswar, October 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  “Climate change is an urgent problem that requires decentralized, practical energy solutions, and solar energy is one of the most effective ways to combat this crisis,” said Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki, Professor at IIT Bombay and Founder of the Energy Swaraj Foundation, during the launch of the Bhubaneswar Chapter of the foundation at Centurion ...

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Jio employees across Odisha participate in Swachhata Hi Seva 2024 cleanliness drive, celebrating 10 years of Swachh Bharat Mission

Bhubaneswar, October 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Swachh Bharat Mission, Reliance Jio organized a special cleanliness drive, Swachhata Hi Seva 2024, on October 1st across more than 30 towns in Odisha. Over 600 Jio employees actively participated in this initiative, underscoring the company’s commitment to regional development and national causes. The event reinforced ...

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Flag Foundation of India installs 150th Monumental National Flag Pole in Patnagarh

Bhubaneswar/Patnagarh, October 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Flag Foundation of India, led by industrialist and philanthropist Naveen Jindal, achieved a significant milestone on Wednesday with the installation of its 150th Monumental National Flag Pole in Patnagarh, Balangir. This towering structure stands as a proud symbol of national pride and unity. The inauguration ceremony was marked by the presence of Odisha ...

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Vedanta Aluminium leads week-long ‘Swachhata Abhiyan’ in Jharsuguda

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 ...

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Nand Ghar celebrates ‘Poshan Maah’; to distribute ‘Millet Protein Shakes’ to children across Vedanta’s operational States

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, ...

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Vedanta Aluminium launches transformative ‘Swarna Prasan’ initiative in Kalahandi, aiming to extend benefits to Rayagada and Koraput

Bhawanipatna, September 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a sustained effort to enhance community health and well-being, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, announced its collaboration with the Ministry of Ayush on the “Swarna Prasan” initiative. This partnership aims to benefit 500 students from Manikeshwari High School and Saraswati Shishu Mandir in Bhawanipatna. Supported by the Government of Odisha, the Secretary ...

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NTPC-sponsored CIPET Skill Development Training sees successful conclusion with job placements

Ranchi, September 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The first batch of NTPC Mining Limited (NML)-sponsored skill development training, conducted in collaboration with the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET), Ranchi, has concluded with a resounding success. This initiative, part of NTPC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, has been aimed at empowering the youth from project-affected areas of Jharkhand, Odisha, ...

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