Over the past decade, Odisha has been steadily transforming its economic identity — shifting from a resource-based, traditional state to one that increasingly values innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. What once was a peripheral player in India’s startup map is now emerging as a serious contender in the eastern region, backed by supportive policies, institutional mechanisms,…
Veteran central banker to head Department of Economic and Policy Research from March 2025 Bhubaneswar : The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Sanjay Kumar Hansda as Executive Director (ED) effective March 3, 2025. The announcement marks a key addition to the central bank’s top management team. Hansda, a seasoned economist and career central…
MoU signed with CTTC Bhubaneswar to enhance employability and create sustainable livelihoods Bhubaneswar : In a major step towards empowering rural communities, National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise, has launched a new corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative focused on skill development and employability enhancement for rural youth in Odisha. The…
East Coast Railway posts double-digit rise in freight loading and revenue, driven by efficient operations and industry partnerships Bhubaneswar : The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has recorded an impressive performance in both freight and passenger transportation during the first half (April–September) of the 2025–26 financial year, reflecting strong operational efficiency and rising demand across key…
District administration moves to complete process within a month to fast-track North Odisha connectivity project Bhubaneswar : The Mayurbhanj district administration has initiated the process of land acquisition for the proposed broad-gauge (BG) railway line between Budhamara and Chakulia, marking a key step toward improving railway connectivity in northern Odisha. District Collector Hemakanta Say directed…
The Sambalpur facility strengthens JSW Cement’s manufacturing footprint and supports Odisha’s industrial growth drive and to Boost Eastern Market Presence Bhubaneswar : JSW Cement, part of the US$23 billion JSW Group, has commissioned a new state-of-the-art cement grinding unit in Sambalpur, Odisha, through its majority-owned subsidiary, Shiva Cement. The facility, developed in collaboration with Bhushan…
Over 4,600 women become entrepreneurs through financial inclusion, skill training, and social empowerment Bhubaneswar : Empowering women is not just an act of inclusion—it is an act of transformation. In one of Odisha’s most underdeveloped districts, Kalahandi, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has been quietly leading this transformation through its flagship initiative, Project…
Indigenous technology drives digital inclusion under PM Modi’s Digital India vision Bhubaneswar : In a major step toward bridging the digital divide in Odisha, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has successfully installed 1,665 telecom towers to provide mobile connectivity to 2,472 unconnected and remote villages across the state. All these towers are equipped with renewable…
Focus on regional balance, irrigation, education, and welfare as government pledges inclusive growth for western Odisha Bhubaneswar : Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a massive development package worth ₹1,101 crore for Nuapada district, reaffirming his government’s focus on equitable regional growth and inclusive governance. The announcement came during his visit to the district, where…
Development Commissioner Anu Garg directs speedy completion to boost agricultural output before Rabi season Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government conducted a high-level review of three key irrigation projects — Kanupur, Subarnarekha, and Anandpur — aimed at strengthening the state’s agricultural infrastructure and improving water availability for farmers. Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (Water Resources) Anu Garg…
