New directive ensures accountability, grassroots feedback, and improved agricultural outcomes Bhubaneswar: In an effort to make agricultural schemes more farmer-oriented and effective, the Odisha Government has directed senior officials of the Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment Department to undertake regular field visits across districts and blocks. The directive was issued on Tuesday by Principal Secretary Dr….
Highlights women’s empowerment, farmer welfare, industrial growth, and transparent governance Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reiterated his government’s commitment to inclusive development, women’s empowerment, and people-centric governance while addressing the Rising Odisha Conclave organized by News18. Majhi highlighted women’s empowerment as one of the government’s biggest achievements in the past 14 months. He said…
Company to invest ₹698.71 crore; facility to become operational in 2025, creating 350 jobs by 2026 Bhubaneswar: Global refractory manufacturing leader Calderys is establishing the world’s largest refractory and flux manufacturing facility in Khordha district of Odisha. The announcement was made by Ish Mohan Garg, Senior Vice President of Calderys for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region,…
CMD Bijendra Pratap Singh outlines three-phase strategy focusing on efficiency, value addition, and capacity expansion Bhubaneswar: National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, has announced an ambitious three-phase strategy with an estimated investment of around ₹30,000 crore. The plan aims to enhance production, improve efficiency, and introduce…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, participated in the 4th Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) East India Summit 2025, held at Hotel Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. The summit, a premier initiative of CII, is dedicated to unlocking the economic potential of Eastern India by facilitating policy dialogues, investment discussions, and state-specific…
Bhubaneswar is set to witness a transformative infrastructure boost with the Centre approving a ₹8,307.74 crore 6-lane Capital Region Ring Road project to decongest urban traffic and accelerate Odisha’s economic growth. Bhubaneswar : Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Road Transport and…
Joint venture to strengthen India–South Korea collaboration in steel sector Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as one of the leading contenders for a proposed 6 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) integrated steel plant that Indian steel major JSW Steel and South Korea’s Posco Group are planning to set up. The announcement was made on Monday after…
Focus on tribal and remote areas, medical colleges, and trauma care centres Bhubaneswar : In a landmark move to address Odisha’s healthcare needs, the state government has announced plans to recruit 1,840 doctors and over 5,000 paramedical staff. The decision was taken during a high-level review meeting of the State Health and Family Welfare Department…
Focus on operational excellence and environmental stewardship in South Kaliapani and Sukrangi mines Bhubaneswar: Sudhansu Mohan Samal, Managing Director of Odisha Mining Corporation Ltd. (OMC), conducted an extensive review of the Corporation’s Chrome Zone operations in Jajpur district. Accompanied by Director (Operations) Sabyasachi Mohanty, Director (HR) Alok Kumar Pal, Director (Finance) Bana Bihari Pani, and…
GSI confirms nearly 20 metric tonnes of reserves; first gold mining block to be auctioned soon Bhubaneswar : Odisha is set to script a new chapter in India’s mineral exploration journey, with the Geological Survey of India (GSI) confirming the presence of nearly 20 metric tonnes of gold reserves across multiple districts of the state….
