Kalahandi’s Transformation: A Case Study for Tribal-Led Progress

Bhubaneswar: Once symbolic of deprivation, Kalahandi has undergone a remarkable transformation: evolving from one of Odisha’s most underdeveloped districts into a thriving hub of inclusive rural developmentBack in 2001, Kalahandi’s contribution to Odisha’s Gross District Domestic Product (GDDP) was less than 1%, and the average per capita income barely touched ₹19,000. For decades, the district…

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KIIT Ranks 5th in India in Times Higher Education Impact Global Rankings 2025

1st position in Reduced Inequalities category in India 1st position in Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions category in India 3rd position in Quality Education in India Bhubaneswar : Times Higher Education (THE) ranks universities across the globe based on their social impact through an innovative evaluation process. In this context, universities that actively contribute to…

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Jindal Steel & Power Celebrates 11th International Day of Yoga

Angul, 21st June 2025: Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga with great enthusiasm and widespread community participation at its Angul plant and surrounding areas. This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” emphasized the deep connection between individual well-being and planetary health, resonating strongly with JSP’s vision of…

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Woman Naxal killed in an encounter in Kanker, weapons were recovered

Malkangiri AO correspondent:-20/07 A fierce encounter is going on between the security forces and the Naxals on the border of Kanker district of neighboring Chhattisgarh state of Malkangiri. In which the jawans have killed a woman Naxal. After receiving information about the presence of Maoists in the forest between Amatola and Kalpara villages, the Chotebetiya…

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Hindalco Hirakud dedicates new multi-purpose community center in Nuagujatala.

Hirakud:(Correspondent):- Keeping in mind the needs of the villagers, Hindalco Environmental Development Department has constructed a multi-purpose community center in Nuagujatala. It was dedicated to the public by Hindalco Group Environmental Development Head Shri Abhijit, Human Resources Head Odisha Cluster and Minerals Dr. Krishna Padhi, Hindalco Unit Head Shri Debashish Mallick, Human Resources Head Hirakud…

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International Olympic Committee (IOC) unites with Abhinav Bindra Foundation and Reliance Foundation to celebrate Olympic Day 2025: #Let’s Move +1, India!

The International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s global movement campaign “Let’s Move” returns to India this Olympic Day (23 June) with its new edition, “Let’s Move +1”, in partnership with the Abhinav Bindra Foundation and the Reliance Foundation. This year’s theme focuses on the joy and motivation of moving together—inviting people across India to experience the power…

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Paradip Port Authority Marks International Day of Yoga with Unique Practice Session Aboard Coast Guard Vessel

Paradip :In a remarkable prelude to International Yoga Day 2025, the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) today organized a distinctive yoga practice session aboard Coast Guard vessel ICGS Vjaya in association with Art of Living, Paradip branch underscoring its commitment to health, wellness, and inter-agency cooperation. The event, held in the pristine waters off the coast…

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KIIT Tops in Odisha, Achieves Global Recognition in QS World University Rankings 2026

Bhubaneswar, 19th June: KIIT Deemed to be University has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the No. 1 position among all private universities in Odisha in the QS World University Rankings 2026, released recently. It has also been ranked 9th among India’s premier private higher education institutions and earned a respectable global rank, marking its debut in…

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Hindalco Hirakud to launch “Project Shakti” for women empowerment.

Hirakud:(Correspondent):- An agreement has been signed between Hindalco Hirakud and Mahashakti Foundation for “Project Shakti” to make women self-reliant and empowered. The event was attended by Additional Commissioner of Sambalpur Municipal Corporation Mr. Sunil Kerketta, Deputy CEO of ORMAS Mr. Srimanta Hota, Head of Environmental Development Hindalco Mr. Abhijit, Head of Downstream Human Resources Hindalco…

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Aditya Aluminium, Inaugurated Mobile Medical Unit for Healthy life of community ‘Healthy Life , Healthy Community’ Initiative*

Sambalpur:(Correspondent):- Reinforcing its commitment for community well-being, the CSR department of Aditya Aluminium, Lapanga (Unit of Hindalco Industries Limited) Inaugurated Mobile Meical Unit for 6 Gram Panchayats of plant vicinity villages , under the banner of “Healthy Life , Healthy Community.” The inauguration program was conducted in collaboration with The Hans Foundation Jharkhand and Aditya…

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