Kalyani Steel Signs MoU with Odisha Govt for Titanium Metal & Aerospace Components Manufacturing Complex

Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking development, Kalyani Steel, a leading player in the steel industry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government to establish a Titanium Metal & Aerospace Components Manufacturing, and Integrated Advanced Specialty Steel and Automotive Components Manufacturing Complex in Odisha. The strategic partnership between Kalyani Steel and the Odisha government aims…

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Odisha CM Raises Remuneration for Self-Employed Workers in Gram Panchayats

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced a substantial increase in the remuneration for self-employed artisans operating in Gram Panchayats across the state. The current remuneration of Rs 4,000 has been elevated to Rs 6,500, marking a significant 62.50% boost. This enhancement in salary will directly benefit 13,000 self-employed mechanics in the state. The decision…

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Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T & Nabin Odisha, Inspects Progress of Ekamra Development Project

Bhubaneswar: Chairman of 5T & Nabin Odisha, Kartik Pandian, inspects the ongoing Ekamra Development Project in the old town of Bhubaneswar. The visit focused on assessing the project’s status and providing necessary directives for its timely completion. Expressing confidence in the project team’s capabilities, Kartik Pandian emphasized the need for the work to proceed at…

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Odisha Cabinet Grants Tax-Free Status to Inspirational Film ’12th Fail’

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the Odisha Cabinet, on Thursday, gave its nod to declare the recently released Hindi movie “12th Fail” as tax-free in the state. The decision reflects the government’s recognition of the film’s inspirational narrative and its potential positive impact on the audience. The film narrates the real-life story of a young…

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Odisha Cabinet Grants Land Ownership to Displaced Families from East Pakistan and Burma

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at empowering and securing the rights of displaced families, the Odisha Cabinet, in its recent session, approved the allotment of free-of-cost DP tenements to 515 eligible families who were displaced from East Pakistan and Burma and later settled in Sunabeda municipality in Odisha’s Koraput district since 1964. Each family…

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Odisha Skill Development Authority Unveils ‘Microeconomics, Macro Impact’ Coffee Table Book

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA) unveiled its much-anticipated Coffee Table Book titled ‘Microeconomics, Macro Impact’ during the NUA Odisha Global Summit on Growth & Employment 2024. The prestigious book launch was graced by eminent personalities including Smt. Alka Misra, Chairperson, OSDA; Usha Padhee, IAS, Principal Secretary, Skill Development & Technical Education Department, Government of…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Amendments to Semiconductor Policy for Enhanced Investor Appeal

Bhubaneswar: In a bid to fortify its position as a leading industrial hub, the Odisha Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has given the green light to amendments proposed for the Odisha Semiconductor Manufacturing and Fabless Policy 2023. The primary objective behind these amendments is to attract significant investments for the establishment…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Revised Funding of Rs. 315 Crore for NUA-O Initiative Under Integrated Youth Development Programme

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to bolster youth empowerment in the state, the Odisha Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has approved revised funding of Rs. 315 crore for the NUA-O initiative. This initiative falls under the Integrated Youth Development Programme (IYDP) and is geared towards empowering the youth to realize their…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Extension of Grant-in-Aid for Employees of Non-Government High Schools under 7th Pay Commission

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the State Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, announced on Thursday the extension of the State Government Grant-in-Aid to eligible employees of non-government newly-aided high schools and Sanskrit Tols, aligning with the Odisha Revised Scale of Pay Rules, 2017 (7th Pay). This decision is expected to benefit around 7,796 teaching…

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Accenture Inaugurates Advanced Technology Center in Bhubaneswar, Boosting Odisha’s IT Hub Status

Bhubaneswar: In a significant stride towards reinforcing Odisha’s position as a leading IT hub, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated Accenture’s Advanced Technology Center in Bhubaneswar on Thursday. Accenture, a global professional services company, has established this state-of-the-art facility, marking a pivotal moment in the rapidly evolving IT, strategy, and consulting ecosystem within the state. Accenture,…

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