Apple has announced a major AI leadership change, appointing veteran researcher Amar Subramanya as its new vice president of AI while longtime AI chief John Giannandrea prepares to retire in spring 2026. Giannandrea, who has directed Apple’s machine learning and AI strategy since 2018, will stay on as an advisor during the transition. Subramanya will…
Land acquisition and statutory clearances underway for advanced manufacturing unit in Dhenkanal; project to generate over 10,000 jobs Kalyani Steel Limited’s ambitious ₹11,750-crore aerospace and speciality steel plant in Odisha is gaining momentum, with key steps including land acquisition and forest clearance now in progress. Located in Gajamara, Dhenkanal district, the project represents a pivotal…
State-level workshop in Bhubaneswar kickstarts Odisha Police’s intensified campaign against growing cyber threats In a strategic step to combat the growing challenge of cyber crimes, the Odisha government has approved the establishment of 20 new cyber crime and economic offence police stations across the state. This announcement was made by Director General of Police (DGP)…
State government opts for underground metro plan instead of elevated tracks to address rising congestion and population growth in Odisha’s capital The Odisha government has decided to implement an underground metro rail system in Bhubaneswar, aligning it with models seen in major cities like Delhi and Kolkata. This marks a major shift from the earlier…
State to strengthen green energy infrastructure under PM’s vision for a sustainable future Odisha is taking big steps toward a cleaner and greener future by boosting infrastructure for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and solar power generation, and the state is prepping up to bring its own EV policy soon, Deputy Chief Minister K.V. Singhdeo…
Breakthrough Technology to Boost EV Sector, Cut India’s Import Dependence On National Technology Day 2025, Vedanta Aluminium made a big announcement — it has received a patent for a new technology that recovers high-purity graphite (over 99%) from aluminium industry waste. This is a major step forward for India’s clean tech future. The innovation supports…
New project to boost scientific learning and support ‘Viksit Odisha’ vision The Odisha government has announced an exciting new project — a world-class Science City will be built in the capital city of Bhubaneswar by the year 2036. This major step aims to promote scientific education, innovation, and public engagement with science. Science and Technology…
In a major step toward digital governance, the Odisha government has made it mandatory for officers to gain basic knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This initiative is aimed at equipping the administrative machinery with essential digital skills to enhance public service delivery and streamline governance. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has directed all senior officials to…
The Puri district administration is gearing up to incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its preparations for the upcoming Rath Yatra, with plans to utilize the technology for crowd control and traffic management during the globally celebrated festival. In a crucial meeting held at the Circuit House in Puri, Collector Siddharth Shankar Swain led the second…
In a significant step towards clean energy adoption, Odisha is preparing to generate around 1,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity through floating solar power projects on its reservoirs. The initiative comes as part of the state’s broader renewable energy push, with a target of achieving 10 gigawatts (GW) of green energy capacity by 2030—7.5 GW of…
