MoU aims to provide housing loans to economically weaker sections under Affordable Housing Scheme Bhubaneswar : In a major move to strengthen affordable housing for economically weaker sections (EWS), the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HDFC Bank. The partnership will facilitate housing loans for eligible beneficiaries under the…
Mamata Banerjee announces the historic closure, plans fintech hub in its place as financial landscape shifts to modern platforms Bhubaneswar : West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has officially announced the closure of the Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE), one of India’s oldest trading platforms established in 1908. This marks the end of a 116-year-old financial…
Pioneering step in industrial water conservation and sustainable manufacturing Bhubaneswar : Aditya Aluminium, a unit of Hindalco Industries, has commissioned Odisha’s first 200 KLD Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) plant at its facility in Hirakud, Sambalpur. The state-of-the-art facility is a major milestone in industrial water management, aimed at promoting sustainability through water recycling and reuse….
ACS Hemant Sharma highlights roadmap for industrial-led growth at TNIE Odisha Dialogues Bhubaneswar : Odisha is witnessing a generational shift in public perception—from resistance to a strong demand for industrial development. This growing acceptance and aspiration for industries is propelling the state’s journey towards achieving the vision of a developed Odisha by 2036, said Hemant…
Focus on integrated urban development and smart city transformation for Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar : Senior IAS officer Chanchal Rana officially took charge as the 27th Vice Chairman of the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), marking the beginning of a new phase in the city’s urban governance and planning framework. On his first day in office, Rana held…
Odisha Police Housing and Welfare Corporation signs MoU with Home Department to accelerate growth and efficiency Bhubaneswar : In a major step towards strengthening infrastructure development and fiscal growth, the Odisha Police Housing and Welfare Corporation (OPHWC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Home Department. The agreement sets an ambitious target for…
Entertainment company strengthens presence in eastern India as part of national growth strategy Bhubaneswar : In a major boost to Odisha’s entertainment landscape, Connplex Cinemas Limited (NSE: CONNPLEX | INE0EAS01014), one of India’s fastest-growing cinema chains, has announced the launch of its new 3-screen multiplex in Jajpur. The property, featuring 208 ultra-comfortable seats, marks the…
Public funds barred from being used for gifts and festive expenses during Diwali and other festivals Bhubaneswar : In a move to promote fiscal discipline and curb unnecessary expenditure, the Odisha government on Friday formally adopted the ‘No Gift Policy’, prohibiting the use of public funds for purchasing gifts, mementoes, sweets, or other items during…
Focus on promoting cooperative values and self-reliance across grassroots communities Bhubaneswar : A preparatory meeting for the “72nd All India Cooperative Week–2025 State Level Celebration” was held at the Odisha State Agriculture Marketing Council Conference Hall. The meeting aimed to plan and coordinate the upcoming state-level celebrations, ensuring the event effectively promotes the cooperative movement…
Tripartite pact to develop strategic roadmap for sustainable, cost-effective energy transition in Odisha Bhubaneswar : In a major step toward a greener and more sustainable future, NITI Aayog, the Odisha government, and the Institute for Sustainability, Employment and Growth (ISEG) Foundation have signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) to collaborate on a transformative clean energy…
