Bhubaneswar, Oct 23: Odisha has received investment intentions worth more than Rs 22.5 lakh crore, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced at INDIA CHEM 2026 on Thursday, highlighting the state’s growing focus on industrial expansion, clean energy and chemical manufacturing. Addressing the event, Majhi co-chaired the Global CEOs Forum alongside…
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Why October Is a High-Risk Month for Cyclones in Odisha: A Look at Past Disasters
Bhubaneswar, Oct 23: A low-pressure system is expected to develop over the Bay of Bengal on October 23 and may intensify into a depression by October 25, bringing the possibility of unsettled weather to Odisha. Although the formation of a cyclone is not yet certain, the evolving system has renewed…
Continue ReadingSeatrium and Karpowership Sign Contract for a Series of Whale Class Powership Conversion and Integration Projects
SINGAPORE, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Seatrium Limited and its strategic partner, floating power leader Karpowership, have strengthened their longstanding collaboration with the award of a contract for the development, major conversion and integration of Karpowership’s third-generation hydrogen-ready Whale Class Powerships, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to delivering reliable, flexible and sustainable energy…
Continue ReadingSBI Life’s new film shines a light on the ‘Anokhe Heere’, honouring the undying spirit of the Indian para-athletes
The new film brings alive the power of determination and the promises that drive individuals to pursue their aspirations, reinforcing SBI Life’s commitment to protecting what matters most. MUMBAI, India, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SBI Life Insurance, one of India’s most trusted private life insurers, has unveiled a new…
Continue ReadingBaccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives Unveils New Campaign featuring Adriana Lima
A new visual campaign captures the vision of unique island living, through light, water and Baccarat’s world of crystal – shot by world-renowned photographer Russell James DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Baccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives unveils a new brand campaign starring internationally renowned model Adriana Lima, offering…
Continue ReadingQFocus Technologies Scales Global Engineering Business, Plans to Triple Workforce in 2027 to Support Growing Customer Demand
BENGALURU, India and SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — QFocus Technologies LLC (QFocus), headquartered in the USA, is strengthening its global engineering operations following continued business growth across its key markets. The company has doubled its customer base to include top OEMs and CMs across AI infrastructure, medical devices and…
Continue ReadingSBC and V&V Group Announce Strategic Consolidation of Technology and AI Capabilities into a Joint-Venture Platform
14 tax-technology products and intellectual assets came together under a common AI-native integration layer, creating an integrated platform spanning transfer pricing, corporate tax, GST, e-invoicing, audit and suite of accounting products. Combined businesses served 1,500–2,000 clients, including over 350 multinational groups, and brought together nearly 500 professionals, with plans to…
Continue ReadingFive Rescued Orangutans May Return to Indonesia Soon; Smuggling Network Remains Untraced
Bhubaneswar, Oct 23: The process to repatriate five orangutan infants rescued from Bichitrapur forest in Odisha’s Balasore district has gathered momentum, with Indonesia preparing to send a team of wildlife experts to India next month. However, the investigation into the suspected international wildlife trafficking network behind their arrival in Odisha…
Continue ReadingRevamped Kalinga Studio Opens to Public in Bhubaneswar; Snow Park Tickets Priced at Rs 150
Bhubaneswar, Oct 22: The revamped Kalinga Studio has reopened to visitors, offering a range of entertainment attractions, including a Snow Park, 3D Movie Magic and an Adventure Land Ghost Bungalow, with entry prices starting at Rs 20. Representational Image Responding to growing public interest during the festive season, Kalinga Studios…
Continue ReadingMaharashtra’s Ethanol Industry Faces Uncertainty as Centre Restricts Sugarcane-Based Ethanol Procurement
Mumbai, Oct 22: Maharashtra’s sugar and ethanol industry is facing mounting financial uncertainty following the Centre’s decision to restrict ethanol procurement from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses for the upcoming ethanol supply year, raising concerns over investments, factory operations and farmer incomes. Representational Image The procurement guidelines issued…
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