 "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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Heterogeneous Integration set to break ground for its Odisha semicon unit
The project assumes significance as it will manufacture advanced semiconductor packaging solutions based on glass substrates, a technology considered critical for future high-performance chips
 "Heterogeneous Integration set to break ground for its Odisha semicon unit")
Odisha bets on Niti modeled SITI-Odisha for future planning, reforms
A separate State Monitoring and Evaluation Office (SMEO) will function under SITI-Odisha, similar to the performance-tracking systems associated with Niti Aayog
 "Odisha bets on Niti modeled SITI-Odisha for future planning, reforms")
JSW Steel, POSCO form joint venture to set up 6 mtpa steel plant in Odisha
The proposed 50:50 joint venture will establish a 6 mtpa integrated steel plant, marking POSCO's return to Odisha and reinforcing the state's position as a key hub for large-scale steel investments
 "JSW Steel, POSCO form joint venture to set up 6 mtpa steel plant in Odisha")
CAG flags large-scale irregularities in SC/ST land transfers in Odisha
Audit finds violations of legal safeguards and poor scrutiny in approvals for transfer of SC/ST land to non-SC/ST buyers across multiple districts
 "CAG flags large-scale irregularities in SC/ST land transfers in Odisha")
Odisha procured modified Thar SUVs for 17 cr from disaster response fund
Audit flags diversion of SDRF funds for vehicle purchase, illegal royalty deposits and massive pension overpayments, pointing to serious financial control lapses in Odisha
 "Odisha procured modified Thar SUVs for 17 cr from disaster response fund")
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")