3 MTPA aluminium smelter and 4,900 MW power plant to generate 2 lakh jobs, boost Odisha’s industrial growth Bhubaneswar: Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has announced its ₹1.3 trillion greenfield aluminium smelter project in Odisha’s Dhenkanal district, marking the single largest private sector investment of Q1-FY26. According to the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy…
800-acre project planned under Bhubaneswar Development Plan Area, Rs 8,179 crore investment projected over 15 years Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet cleared five major proposals, with the highlight being the in-principle approval of the ambitious “New City Development Scheme.” The project, spread over nearly 800 acres across Gothapatna, Malipada, and Daspur mauzas, seeks to create a…
Authorities plan expansion to colleges, parks, and event venues to increase relevance Bhubaneswar : The ambitious ‘Bhubaneswar Me’ Wi-Fi project, launched during the previous government’s tenure to make the capital a digitally connected city, has struggled to gain widespread acceptance among citizens despite heavy investment. With 515 hotspots and 1,601 access points set up across…
State Sets 50% EV Adoption Target by 2030 with Expanded Incentives and Charging Network Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has released its draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2025, unveiling an ambitious roadmap to position the state as a national leader in green mobility. The new policy sets a bold target of achieving 50 percent electric…
Silver Surges to 14-Year Peak as Global Rally Pushes Prices Beyond Reach for Many Families Bhubaneswar : Gold and silver prices touched historic highs, triggering both excitement and concern among consumers and jewellers across Odisha. While global factors drove the rally, the steep rise in domestic prices has left many households in the state worried…
Programme focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen organisational leadership Bhubaneswar : The Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) launched ‘LeaDHer 2025’, a leadership development programme designed to empower women professionals within the organisation. The programme, rooted in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles, was inaugurated at OMC’s Head Office in Bhubaneswar and marked a new…
Minister reviews progress, asks officials to resolve drainage and utility issues alongside construction Bhubaneswar : Public Works Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan conducted a detailed review of the Sundarpada–Jatani road construction project, which has been long awaited by residents and commuters in the region. The meeting, attended by departmental officials, the chief engineer, contractors, and local representatives,…
Loan support to help families pay their share under PMAY-Urban 2.0; pilot to cover 600 allottees in Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar : Bhubaneswar has taken a major step towards expanding access to affordable housing. The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has signed an agreement with a private sector bank to provide housing loans to beneficiaries who are struggling…
Project aims to boost scientific learning, innovation, and research Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has initiated steps to establish a modern Science City in Bhubaneswar, signaling a major leap in the state’s efforts to promote scientific education, research, and innovation. The Department of Science and Technology has begun groundwork for the ambitious project, which will…
Odisha dealers expect higher sales ahead of festive season Bhubaneswar : The recent reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) on passenger vehicles has triggered a wave of price cuts by leading car manufacturers across India. Auto companies including Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Toyota, Renault, and Maruti Suzuki have announced significant reductions across their…
