Author: Neel Achary

Odisha is a land where culture lives in its soil, traditions breathe through its crafts, and flavors echo the wisdom of its tribes. Across its diverse districts, Odisha proudly holds over 25 Geographical Indication (GI) tags—each a tribute to its unique identity and traditional excellence. From tribal cuisines like Similipal Kai Chutney to handwoven wonders like Kotpad Sarees, GI-tagged products are becoming powerful tools for…

 Balancing Innovation with Responsibility for India’s Tech Leadership By – Ridhima Sawant, Chief Transformation Officer, Orient Technologies Limited “Engineers’ Day is more than a celebration—it is a reflection of how deeply engineering shapes India’s progress. Today’s engineers are not just implementers, but visionaries building the foundation of our Techade through AI, cybersecurity, and deep tech innovation. At Orient Technologies, we believe in walking beside them,…

Bhubaneswar, Sept 14, 2025: Odisha is fast emerging as a front-runner in India’s clean energy transformation. In a major step towards sustainable growth, the state’s Single Window Clearance Committee has approved 33 renewable energy projects since June 2024, with a combined generation capacity of 1,350.30 megawatts (MW). These projects are set to bring in a total investment of approximately ₹9,544.03 crore, marking a significant leap…

Odisha is gearing up for a major leap in its public transportation system. The Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) is set to roll out electric buses in six more towns across the state, taking the popular ‘Ama Bus’ service beyond the capital region. This move isn’t just about expanding a bus fleet—it’s a step towards cleaner air, better connectivity, and new opportunities for the people…

13th September 2025, New Delhi – PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) hosted the Art & Culture Conclave 2025 today at PHD House, New Delhi, convening distinguished voices from government, art, music and culture to deliberate on the intersection of heritage and economics in shaping India’s creative future. The inaugural session featured Chief Guest, Smt. Rashmi Singh (IAS), Secretary, Department of Art, Culture &…

Hyderabad, 13th September 2025: Representatives of BNI (Business Network International), led by Ms. Sanjana Shah, Executive Director of BNI Hyderabad, called on the Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Revanth Reddy garu, today. The delegation apprised him of BNI GoNat, the region’s largest MSME Expo, to be held on September 13–14, 2025, at SS Convention, Shamshabad.

CPI inflation stood at 2.07% for the month of August 2025, GST 2.0 Reforms expected to maintain Price Stability: PHDCCI Year-on-year CPI inflation for August 2025 stood with RBI’s tolerance limit at 2.07%, despite international policy uncertainties, said Mr. Hemant Jain, President, PHDCCI, in a press statement issued here today. The year-on-year inflation rate, based on the All-India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI), stood at…

Odisha, often celebrated for its vibrant tribal heritage, is home to 62 tribal communities, including 13 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). These communities have preserved ancient traditions and unique ways of life for centuries, living in remote and often inaccessible regions of the state. Among them, the Bonda Tribe of Mudulipada in Malkangiri district stands as one of the most distinctive and culturally resilient. Once…

Bhubaneswar, Sept 12: In a significant step toward managing stray cattle and promoting sustainable practices, the Odisha government has announced the establishment of a model goshala (cow shelter) in Bhubaneswar. The initiative aims not only to offer shelter and care for stray cattle but also to develop a center for producing cow-based products, including medicines. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra stated that…