 "Hemant Kumar Rout")
Hemant Kumar Rout
Hemant Kumar Rout
With a strong command over public policy and governance, he writes extensively on economy, industry, infrastructure, defence, politics, science and technology, environment and health, bringing clarity and context to complex issues. He has an experience of over 20 years across print and online media. Currently, he is working as an Associate Editor at Business Standard. He has previously worked with The New Indian Express Group, The Times of India, The Statesman, Sahara Time, Indo Asian News Service and regional media.
With a strong command over public policy and governance, he writes extensively on economy, industry, infrastructure, defence, politics, science and technology, environment and health, bringing clarity and context to complex issues. He has an experience of over 20 years across print and online media. Currently, he is working as an Associate Editor at Business Standard. He has previously worked with The New Indian Express Group, The Times of India, The Statesman, Sahara Time, Indo Asian News Service and regional media.
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NGT seeks responses on 'environmental violations' in NINL expansion
The tribunal has issued notices to the Centre, Odisha government and NINL over allegations of large-scale tree felling and ecological damage linked to the steel plant expansion
 "NGT seeks responses on 'environmental violations' in NINL expansion")
Emotional bonding with AI can lead to social isolation: IIM study
An IIM Lucknow study warns that excessive reliance on AI companion applications for emotional support may harm real-world relationships and mental well-being
 "Emotional bonding with AI can lead to social isolation: IIM study")
Fresh setback for BJD as Rajya Sabha MP Debashish Samantaray quits
Senior BJD leader and Rajya Sabha MP Debashish Samantaray resigned from the party and the Upper House, alleging he was being sidelined within the organisation
 "Fresh setback for BJD as Rajya Sabha MP Debashish Samantaray quits")
JSW to commence work on ₹1 trn, 13.2 mtpa steel plant on Wednesday
Facility to come up on land initially acquired for Posco in Odisha's Paradip
 "JSW to commence work on ₹1 trn, 13.2 mtpa steel plant on Wednesday")
New AI study flags 12% of Odisha in high flood susceptibility zone
A study using AI, machine learning and GIS tools has identified coastal districts and major river basins in Odisha as highly vulnerable to flooding
 "New AI study flags 12% of Odisha in high flood susceptibility zone")
Amid delimitation row, SRS bulletin reveals population imbalance in India
Latest SRS Bulletin shows India's fertility rate has fallen to 1.9, below replacement level, exposing a widening regional divide
 "Amid delimitation row, SRS bulletin reveals population imbalance in India")
Odisha set to host CII eastern zone conference on industrial growth
The conference will bring together policymakers and industry leaders from eastern states to discuss investment, infrastructure and regional industrial collaboration
 "Odisha set to host CII eastern zone conference on industrial growth")
Women researchers at NIT Rourkela create eco-friendly wastewater solution
Researchers at NIT Rourkela have developed a low-cost, eco-friendly wastewater treatment system that converts dairy waste into water suitable for agriculture
 "Women researchers at NIT Rourkela create eco-friendly wastewater solution")
Odisha mandates EV purchases for all govt departments from June 1
Odisha government mandates electric vehicle purchases for all departments from June 1 as part of austerity and fuel-conservation measures amid global crude concerns
 "Odisha mandates EV purchases for all govt departments from June 1")
Odisha CM orders fuel austerity across govt amid supply concerns
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced fuel-saving measures, including mandatory EV purchases and reduced official fuel use, amid the West Asia crisis
 "Odisha CM orders fuel austerity across govt amid supply concerns")
Odisha risks losing low-cost power after thermal policy amendment
Odisha's move to cut low-cost power entitlement from future private thermal projects has drawn criticism from experts over long-term energy security risks
 "Odisha risks losing low-cost power after thermal policy amendment")
Nibe shares skyrocket after successful trials of Suryastra rockets
Nibe Limited shares rallied sharply after successful trials of the Suryastra rocket system and Vayu Astra-1 loitering munition boosted investor optimism
 "Nibe shares skyrocket after successful trials of Suryastra rockets")
Nibe's Vayu Astra-1 completes successful maiden trials for Indian Army
Nibe Limited successfully tested its Vayu Astra-1 loitering munition across varied terrains, showcasing long-range precision strike and high-altitude capabilities
 "Nibe's Vayu Astra-1 completes successful maiden trials for Indian Army")
Odisha clears new marine fishing law, targets Rs 25,000 cr exports by 2036
The Odisha cabinet approved a new marine fishing Bill aimed at boosting deep-sea fishing, seafood exports, coastal security and sustainable marine resource management
 "Odisha clears new marine fishing law, targets Rs 25,000 cr exports by 2036")
Suryastra demonstrates precision strike capability in successful tests
The indigenous long-range rocket system achieved high accuracy during trials off the Odisha coast, marking a boost for India's defence manufacturing ambitions
 "Suryastra demonstrates precision strike capability in successful tests")
Odisha rolls out comprehensive data policy to drive governance reforms
The Odisha State Data Policy 2026 proposes centralised warehousing, consent management and advanced analytics to strengthen governance, privacy protection and public service delivery
 "Odisha rolls out comprehensive data policy to drive governance reforms")
NGT forms panel to probe 'unscientific' mine dump handling in Sukinda
Tribunal orders multi-agency probe into allegations of illegal overburden dumping and chromium-contaminated runoff from OMC-operated chromite mines in Odisha.
 "NGT forms panel to probe 'unscientific' mine dump handling in Sukinda")
India is trying to secure fertiliser supplies from 28 countries: Chouhan
Shivraj Singh Chouhan said India is engaging with 28 countries for fertiliser supplies while urging farmers to adopt organic and climate-resilient farming practices
 "India is trying to secure fertiliser supplies from 28 countries: Chouhan")
Axis Bank plans 500 new branches, targets presence in 700 districts in FY27
Axis Bank plans to strengthen its national footprint through 500 new branches, focusing on rural expansion, digital banking, and key customer segments
 "Axis Bank plans 500 new branches, targets presence in 700 districts in FY27")
Odisha Mining Corporation plans 1.5 mtpa pellet plant with ₹800 cr outlay
Officials said the proposed pellet plant is part of OMC's broader strategy to move up the mineral value chain while ensuring optimum utilisation of low-grade iron ore, which often remains underused
 "Odisha Mining Corporation plans 1.5 mtpa pellet plant with ₹800 cr outlay")