Centre reveals 11 districts still lagging in industrialisation; MSMEs employ over 20 lakh people Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, is working to ensure that industrialisation reaches every district in the state. However, data presented in Parliament shows that 11 districts continue to lag behind in industrial development. These include…
Shrimp, aluminium, minerals, petroleum products among key sectors facing impact Bhubaneswar: US President Donald Trump has imposed a two-phase 50% tariff on Indian imports, a move expected to hit Odisha’s export sector hard. The decision will not only affect shrimp exports but also impact metals, minerals, chemicals, agricultural products, and software. According to the Odisha…
CM Majhi unveils plan for Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur, and Berhampur; TYCON 2025 highlights AI, startups, and global collaborations Bhubaneswar – Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the Odisha Government will develop Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur, and Berhampur as new digital hubs, aiming to make the state a leading innovation destination under Vision Odisha 2036 and…
Steep import duties may cripple foreign exchange earnings and hit farmers, processors alike. Bhubaneswar : Odisha, one of India’s leading seafood-exporting states, sends nearly 70% of its shrimp and other marine products to the United States, earning around ₹2,000 crore annually. This export sector plays a crucial role in generating foreign exchange for the state….
State-level event highlights India’s handloom heritage and future innovation Bhubaneswar: As India marked the 11th National Handloom Day on August 7, renowned Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit graced the state-level celebration held at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. Her presence added glamour and renewed attention to the nation’s proud handloom legacy and the countless artisans behind it….
Focus on Rourkela Steel Plant Expansion, Iron Ore Supply & Centre-State Collaboration Bhubaneswar: In a significant push to bolster Odisha’s position in India’s steel industry, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi met Union Minister for Steel and Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy in New Delhi on Wednesday. The two leaders held a detailed discussion on advancing key…
Gokulananda Mallik urges officials to boost women entrepreneurship in the state Bhubaneswar: Odisha currently ranks 13th in the country in terms of the number of women-led enterprises in the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector — a position that officials admit is far from encouraging. MSME Minister Gokulananda Mallik emphasized the need to create…
Plans Underway for Medical College; Over 15 Lakh Insured Workers by Year-End Bhubaneswar: The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has announced plans to construct five new hospitals across Odisha to expand its healthcare infrastructure. These hospitals, each with a capacity of 100 beds, will be established in Duburi (Jajpur), Paradip, Balasore, Berhampur, and Jharsuguda, informed…
State scores 41, placed 7th nationally; lacks progress in patenting and EV infrastructure Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s performance in electric vehicle (EV) mobility and adoption remains underwhelming compared to several other Indian states, as per the latest index released by NITI Aayog. The state scored a total of 41 points and was ranked 7th nationally, falling into…
Mega Project by JSW-POSCO to Boost Local Economy and Job Creation Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday announced that land acquisition for a proposed ₹40,000-crore mega steel plant in Keonjhar district will begin shortly, marking a significant milestone in Odisha’s industrial development. The project is a joint venture between the Indian conglomerate JSW…
