Shaping a New Economic Future Odisha is rapidly emerging as one of India’s leading investment hubs, with the state government actively steering industrial expansion to transform its economic landscape. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is set to lay the foundation stones for 27 major projects across diverse sectors, a move that underscores the state’s ambition…
Amazon’s Growing Presence in Odisha Amazon has steadily deepened its presence in Odisha over the past few years, establishing itself as a key player in the state’s e-commerce landscape. From delivery stations and sortation hubs to its “I Have Space” partner stores, the company has built a logistics backbone that connects urban centers and semi-rural…
Shocking Incident in Mayurbhanj In a disturbing case from Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, an assistant teacher has been suspended after allegedly assaulting 31 students with a bamboo stick. The reason: they did not touch her feet after the morning assembly prayers. The students, from Classes 6 to 8, sustained injuries and were treated at Betnoti…
Strengthening Grassroots Governance In a significant step toward reinforcing grassroots democracy and accelerating welfare programs, the Odisha Cabinet has approved a proposal to expand the financial powers of Panchayati Raj officers. The move, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, aims to speed up project approvals, cut bureaucratic delays, and ensure that developmental initiatives at…
A New Vision for Odisha Odisha, long recognized for its mineral wealth and heavy industries, is now charting a new course—transforming itself into a national hub for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing. In a landmark announcement, the state government revealed plans to establish a 1,000-acre Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing Cluster near Bhubaneswar airport, a project designed…
Odisha at the Heart of Vedanta’s Expansion Vedanta Aluminium, the country’s largest aluminium producer, has placed Odisha firmly at the center of its growth strategy with a ₹1.3 trillion greenfield aluminium smelter and power project in Dhenkanal district. Known for its mineral-rich geography and rising industrial base, Odisha has long been a hub for metals and…
Odisha Charts a Cleaner Future with Bold EV Roadmap and Stronger Incentives Odisha has unveiled its Draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2025, setting an ambitious target of achieving 50% EV adoption in all new vehicle registrations by 2030. The initiative, covering everything from two-wheelers and cars to buses, trucks, and even construction equipment, signals the…
A Timely Boost for Consumers Just ahead of the festive season, Indian car buyers have received an unexpected gift — a significant reduction in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on passenger vehicles. The decision has led to major carmakers slashing prices, bringing relief to families planning big-ticket purchases. From budget hatchbacks to luxury SUVs, models across…
An Election and a Strategy As the nation prepares for the Vice-Presidential election on September 9, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has announced it will abstain from voting. The decision fits the party’s long-followed “equidistance” approach—keeping equal distance from both the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Congress-backed INDIA bloc. For years, this stance…
Odisha Emerges as India’s Next Semiconductor Hub with Intel-Backed Projects India has declared semiconductors a strategic priority, with the government committing billions in incentives to reduce dependence on imports and build a resilient technology ecosystem. While states like Gujarat and Tamil Nadu have attracted attention, Odisha is quietly emerging as a significant player in this…
