₹294.36 crore initiative to benefit 23,735 farmers and boost meat production Bhubaneswar : In a strategic move to enhance livestock development and meet the rising demand for meat products, the Odisha State Cabinet approved the rollout of the “Small Animal Development” sub-scheme under the Prani Sampad Samruddhi Yojana (PSSY). The initiative, spearheaded by the Fisheries…
Government prepares seed distribution plan to reduce import dependency and strengthen food security Bhubaneswar : In a major step toward food self-sufficiency, the Odisha government has announced plans to cultivate potatoes on more than 50,000 acres of farmland. This initiative aims to reduce the state’s dependency on potato imports from other regions and ensure a…
Focus on downstream industries, aluminium parks, and ferro-alloy plant to generate jobs and strengthen state economy Bhubaneswar : In a major industrial development push, Vedanta Group has proposed an investment of ₹1,00,000 crore for developing downstream industries in Odisha. The proposal was presented by Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal during his meeting with Chief Minister Mohan…
Agreements to span shipbuilding, green hydrogen, port modernization, and tourism as Odisha showcases maritime vision Bhubaneswar : Paradip Port in Odisha is set to sign agreements worth Rs 1.5 lakh crore at the upcoming India Maritime Week (IMW) in Mumbai, officials announced . The agreements will cover a diverse range of sectors, including shipbuilding, ship…
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….
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…
New 134-acre facility at Sanaghagara to boost biodiversity conservation, eco-tourism, and research Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has announced plans to establish its second Regional Plant Resource Centre (RPRC) at Sanaghagara in Keonjhar district, marking a major step toward strengthening the state’s biodiversity and eco-tourism initiatives. The project, envisioned as a flagship initiative by Chief…
State to showcase maritime legacy, green hydrogen initiatives, and sustainable port development in Mumbai event Bhubaneswar : Odisha is set to make a major maritime push during the upcoming India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, scheduled to be held in Mumbai from October 27 to 31. The state will formally unveil the Odisha Inland Vessel Rules,…
Project to add 4 GW solar module and 4.8 GW cell capacity, boosting India’s renewable energy manufacturing base Bhubaneswar : Saatvik Green Energy Limited (SGEL) has announced plans to invest ₹3,150 crore in a large-scale greenfield project in Odisha, aimed at establishing a state-of-the-art solar manufacturing facility. The project will be developed in phases and…
