This MoU is marks to accelerate renewable energy growth in Odisha through solar, hybrid, rooftop, and energy storage projects. Bhubaneswar: To take an important step toward accelerating renewable energy development across the state, a MoU signed between NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a subsidiary of NLC India Limited (NLCIL), and the Odisha Renewable Energy…
NABARD approves ₹1,685.27 crore loan—the first-ever to an Odisha PSU—to strengthen transmission projects and support the state’s growing energy needs. Bhubaneswar: Odisha has taken a major step toward improving its power infrastructure with a new partnership between the Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) and the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). Officials…
Four bills passed unanimously revise salaries, allowances, and pensions for serving and former legislators, effective retrospectively from June 5, 2024. Bhubaneswar: In a significant decision aimed at restructuring the compensation framework for public representatives, the Odisha Assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed four bills increasing the salaries, allowances, and pensions of ministers, MLAs, and former legislators….
Massive investments to upgrade National and State Highways, build a new high-speed corridor, and strengthen long-term connectivity Bhubaneswar : In a major push to Odisha’s infrastructure growth, the Union Government has approved road development projects worth ₹44,771 crore for the financial year 2025–26. The clearance from the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways marks…
Odisha agriculture MoUs with Heifer International and Tatwa Technologies mark a major push to modernise crop value chains and digital advisory services for farmers. Bhubaneswar: The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment (DAFE), Government of Odisha, has signed two major Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to accelerate agricultural development and enhance digital service delivery for farmers….
New mining operations and refinery expansion to boost Odisha’s aluminium industry Bhubaneswar: State-owned National Aluminium Company Limited (Nalco) is gearing up to begin operations at its Pottangi bauxite mines in Odisha by June next year, marking a major step in the company’s long-term expansion strategy. The move is expected to significantly strengthen Nalco’s mining capacity…
New parks, major investments, and sector reforms set to accelerate healthcare, textile, and fisheries growth Bhubaneswar: Odisha has taken a significant step toward strengthening its healthcare and industrial ecosystem with the state cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approving the Odisha Pharma and Medical Device Policy 2025. The move aims to position the…
Six-lane greenfield highway to cut travel time, boost trade, and unlock economic opportunities in underdeveloped districts Bhubaneswar: The upcoming six-lane Raipur–Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor (RVEC) is set to reshape connectivity and accelerate economic development across Odisha’s tribal belts as part of a major infrastructure push under the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways. Built at a…
The two-day Global Energy Leaders Summit in Odisha brings states, industry, and global experts together for India’s first COP-style coordination platform, leading to key MoUs and the draft Puri Declaration. Bhubaneswar: India marked a significant milestone in its national clean-energy journey as the Global Energy Leaders Summit (GELS) 2025 concluded in Puri, Odisha. Positioned as…
Bhubaneswar : Mayurbhanj is set to make history with the launch of the Maharaja 7s Rugby Tournament – MSCB Cup 2025, the district’s first-ever national Rugby Sevens championship. Scheduled for December 13–14, 2025, the tournament will take place at Baripada Stadium, positioning Odisha as an emerging hotspot for competitive rugby and grassroots sports development in…
