 "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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Hill in conflict: Eastern Ghats unrest recalls Odisha's Niyamgiri story
Tensions flare in Odisha's Sijimali hills as tribal resistance, legal disputes and mining ambitions collide, echoing the legacy of Niyamgiri Hills
 "Hill in conflict: Eastern Ghats unrest recalls Odisha's Niyamgiri story")
Odisha, NCCR sign pact on marine planning under Indo-Norway initiative
Odisha partners NCCR to roll out marine spatial planning under Indo-Norway initiative, aiming to balance coastal economy growth with environmental protection
 "Odisha, NCCR sign pact on marine planning under Indo-Norway initiative")
Odisha Janata Congress launched as new regional alternative to BJP
Former Congress MLA Mohammed Moquim launches Odisha Janata Congress, positioning it as a youth-focused regional alternative amid criticism of BJP, BJD, and Congress
 "Odisha Janata Congress launched as new regional alternative to BJP")
BJD raises delimitation concerns, backs it if Odisha rights intact
BJD has flagged risks to Odisha's political representation under delimitation, while stating it will support the move if the state's rights are fully protected
 "BJD raises delimitation concerns, backs it if Odisha rights intact")
Odisha govt bars power line cuts despite dues nearing ₹7,000 crore
Odisha has barred power disconnections for unpaid bills during summer despite dues nearing Rs 7,000 crore, aiming to provide relief amid heatwave and rising electricity demand
 "Odisha govt bars power line cuts despite dues nearing ₹7,000 crore")
India receives first Iranian crude oil shipment after seven years
India was once among the largest importers of Iranian crude, attracted by favourable pricing, extended credit terms, and logistical advantages
 "India receives first Iranian crude oil shipment after seven years")
Women account for 26% of India's credit, portfolio hits ₹76 trillion
Women now account for 26% of India's credit system, with outstanding portfolio rising to Rs 76 trillion, driven by digital lending and growth in entrepreneurship
 "Women account for 26% of India's credit, portfolio hits ₹76 trillion")
India's poverty map bends under climate pressure, finds NISER study
Niser analysis across 593 districts links erratic weather patterns to shifting livelihoods, unstable incomes
 "India's poverty map bends under climate pressure, finds NISER study")
Centre nod for Puri international airport despite WII red flags
Wildlife Institute of India warns of ecological damage and aviation risks at proposed Puri airport site after MoEFCC clears forest land diversion
 "Centre nod for Puri international airport despite WII red flags")
States must operationalise mineral resources for growth: Experts
Experts say unlocking bauxite resources and building downstream linkages can reduce imports, boost industrial growth, and create jobs in mineral-rich states like Odisha
 "States must operationalise mineral resources for growth: Experts")
Odisha to invest ₹3,400 cr through FY32 to upgrade public transport infra
Odisha Cabinet clears ₹3,400 crore Atal Bus Stand scheme to modernise transport infrastructure, improve commuter facilities, and integrate bus stand operations under a unified framework by FY32
 "Odisha to invest ₹3,400 cr through FY32 to upgrade public transport infra")
Odisha govt clears new policy to boost rural drinking water systems, access
Odisha Cabinet approves O&M policy to ensure reliable rural drinking water supply, focusing on sustainability, infrastructure upkeep, and community participation without adding fiscal burden
 "Odisha govt clears new policy to boost rural drinking water systems, access")
After 7-yr delay, Odisha hands over land for Chandikhol oil reserve project
After more than seven years of delay, Odisha hands over land for Chandikhol oil reserve project, paving the way for construction of a 4 million tonne strategic crude storage facility
 "After 7-yr delay, Odisha hands over land for Chandikhol oil reserve project")
Vedanta kicks off Odisha aluminium park with 2 MoUs for downstream units
Vedanta signs initial MoUs for aluminium park in Odisha, marking start of downstream activity with over Rs 500 crore investment and expected boost to jobs and MSMEs
 "Vedanta kicks off Odisha aluminium park with 2 MoUs for downstream units")
BonV Tech to build Odisha's first drone park with ₹300 crore investment
BonV Technology plans ₹300 crore drone park in Odisha to boost UAV manufacturing, skilling and defence ecosystem with advanced assembly, testing and training facilities
 "BonV Tech to build Odisha's first drone park with ₹300 crore investment")
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurates grid substations worth ₹600 crore
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi inaugurates grid substations and transmission lines worth Rs 600 crore to improve power supply, benefiting 22 lakh consumers in Bhubaneswar and nearby areas
 "Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurates grid substations worth ₹600 crore")
Calderys targets East, Southeast Asia exports from Odisha facility
The Rs 800 crore plant in Khurda district is set to become the world's largest single-site refractory unit, catering to domestic industries and export markets across Asia
 "Calderys targets East, Southeast Asia exports from Odisha facility")
High Court quashes petition against Mukesh Ambani & RIL, fines complainant
High Court dismisses complaint over a 23-year-old telecom dispute over defective mobile phone
 "High Court quashes petition against Mukesh Ambani & RIL, fines complainant")
'It will open floodgates': HC dismisses complaint against Mukesh Ambani
Court dismisses complaint against Ambani over faulty Rs 501 handset sold over two decades ago, ruling criminal law cannot be used to target top officials without direct liability
 "'It will open floodgates': HC dismisses complaint against Mukesh Ambani")
BJD's Sasmit Patra resigns as party's Rajya Sabha parliamentary leader
Sasmit Patra resigns from BJD's Rajya Sabha leadership, sparking speculation of a broader reset in the party's parliamentary strategy
 "BJD's Sasmit Patra resigns as party's Rajya Sabha parliamentary leader")