A New Chapter in India’s Chip Revolution Odisha is set to mark a major milestone in India’s semiconductor journey as SiCSem Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Archean Chemical Industries Ltd, prepares to lay the foundation stone for the state’s second semiconductor fabrication plant on November 1, 2025. The ceremony, to be attended by Chief Minister…
A Landmark Leap in Industrial Growth Odisha is poised for a massive industrial resurgence as the Vedanta Group—one of India’s largest natural resources conglomerates—announced an additional ₹1 lakh crore investment in the state. The announcement followed a high-level meeting between Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, marking one of the most significant corporate…
A Strategic Push for Agricultural Independence The Odisha government has unveiled an ambitious initiative to cultivate potatoes on 50,000 acres of farmland in the upcoming rabi season, signalling a decisive step toward agricultural self-reliance. The plan, finalized at a high-level meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo in Bhubaneswar, seeks to reduce the…
A Festival Night Turned Tragic Berhampur, Odisha — The city was rocked on October 6, 2025, when senior advocate and BJP leader Pitabas Panda was shot dead near his Baikuntha Nagar residence during the Kumar Purnima festival. According to SP Saravana Vivek M., Panda was returning home around 10 p.m. when two motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire…
Setting Sail for Growth: Paradip Port’s Big Leap In a defining stride for India’s maritime future, Paradip Port in Odisha is preparing to seal investment agreements worth an estimated ₹1.5 lakh crore during India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, to be held in Mumbai from October 27 to 31. Officials confirmed that these pacts will span across critical…
A Roadmap Toward a Greener Odisha In a decisive move to shape a sustainable and energy-secure future, Odisha has embarked on a mission to create a strategic roadmap for cost-effective clean energy transition. The state government, in collaboration with NITI Aayog and the Institute for Sustainability, Employment and Growth (ISEG) Foundation, has signed a tripartite Statement of…
Festive Bonus for State Workforce In a move timed perfectly with the festive season, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced a three percent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees. The revision, which raises the DA from 55% to 58%, aims to cushion employees against inflation and spread festive goodwill ahead…
Odisha’s Renewable Growth Journey Odisha has steadily positioned itself as a hub for industrial and infrastructure development, balancing economic growth with sustainable initiatives. The state has leveraged policy incentives, strategic land allocation, and a skilled workforce to attract both domestic and international investors. Over the past few years, Odisha has emerged as a preferred destination for renewable…
Vedanta’s Expanding Footprint in Odisha Over the past two decades, Vedanta Group has steadily entrenched itself in Odisha’s industrial and mining landscape, building a strong presence through its aluminium, power, and mining ventures. The state’s rich mineral reserves—especially bauxite—have made it a cornerstone of Vedanta’s ambitions to make India a global manufacturing powerhouse. Now, in its boldest…
Puri’s Transformation: Balancing Faith, Heritage, and Modernity The Odisha government has intensified its efforts to reshape Puri into a world-class heritage city, blending spirituality with sustainable urban development. Revered as the sacred abode of Lord Jagannath and one of India’s holiest pilgrimage centers, Puri is undergoing a landmark transformation aimed at preserving its religious legacy…
