 "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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Odisha to host World and Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028
Bhubaneswar's Kalinga Stadium will host the Asian and World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028, boosting Odisha's stature as a global sports hub
 "Odisha to host World and Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028")
Rourkela steel plant signs deal with GAIL for uninterrupted PNG supply
The SAIL-owned plant has partnered with GAIL to secure alternative fuel supplies amid propane shortages linked to the West Asia crisis
 "Rourkela steel plant signs deal with GAIL for uninterrupted PNG supply")
Odisha govt to review Vedanta's ₹2 trillion investment plans every 15 days
The Odisha government will review Vedanta Group's proposed industrial projects every fortnight to accelerate implementation and ensure timely execution of investments
 "Odisha govt to review Vedanta's ₹2 trillion investment plans every 15 days")
JSW Steel breaks ground on ₹1 trillion steel mill in Odisha's Paradip
13.2 mtpa plant coming up on land once earmarked for South Korea's Posco
 "JSW Steel breaks ground on ₹1 trillion steel mill in Odisha's Paradip")
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")
NIT Rourkela develops AI-powered microscopy for disease detection
The AI-enabled microscopy platform can rapidly detect blood cancer and malaria while improving imaging precision and reducing human intervention in diagnostics
 "NIT Rourkela develops AI-powered microscopy for disease detection")
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")