 "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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Six strategic breakthroughs place India among elite missile powers
Successful interceptor, anti-ship, MIRV and hypersonic technology tests have strengthened India's position among a select group of advanced missile powers
 "Six strategic breakthroughs place India among elite missile powers")
Odisha approves ₹200 cr plan to repay closed textile units' liabilities
The Cabinet has approved the repayment plan remove barriers for transfer of the land to IDCO for industrial use and to attract fresh investments into the state's apparel sector
 "Odisha approves ₹200 cr plan to repay closed textile units' liabilities")
DRDO validates ICBM interception capability, tests new anti-ship missile
DRDO successfully flight-tested two next-generation ballistic missile defence interceptors and a medium-range naval anti-ship missile, strengthening India's strategic deterrence capabilities
 "DRDO validates ICBM interception capability, tests new anti-ship missile")
Odisha drops colonial spellings, restores 64 original names across state
The state Cabinet has approved the correction of colonial-era English spellings of 64 places across 26 districts as part of efforts to strengthen Odia identity and preserve linguistic heritage
 "Odisha drops colonial spellings, restores 64 original names across state")
IG Defence plans ₹10,000 crore deep-tech systems pipeline by FY30
The defence technology firm plans to expand its footprint in autonomous strike systems, AI-enabled warfare solutions and drone manufacturing as military demand rises
 "IG Defence plans ₹10,000 crore deep-tech systems pipeline by FY30")
Odisha to offer free education from KG to PG, a first in India: CM Majhi
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that education from kindergarten to postgraduate level will be free, aiming to improve access, equity and inclusion across Odisha
 "Odisha to offer free education from KG to PG, a first in India: CM Majhi")
Fiscal index topper Odisha charts Viksit Bharat growth path at NITI meet
CM Mohan Charan Majhi said Odisha recorded 7.9 per cent growth in FY26 while maintaining fiscal discipline and accelerating investments in infrastructure, human development and industry
 "Fiscal index topper Odisha charts Viksit Bharat growth path at NITI meet")
Puri Jagannath temple secures IP protection for sacred 'words'
In a first for an Indian shrine, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration has secured trademark protection for key terms and symbols linked to the Puri temple's religious identity
 "Puri Jagannath temple secures IP protection for sacred 'words'")
Missing Odisha CMO reports spark political row, criminal investigation on
A criminal probe has been launched into the disappearance of two inquiry commission reports from Odisha's Chief Minister's Office, triggering a political confrontation between the BJP and BJD
 "Missing Odisha CMO reports spark political row, criminal investigation on")
IIT-Bhubaneswar's new device set to transform water quality monitoring
Researchers have developed ArsenSafe, a field-deployable arsenic detection device that enables rapid, low-cost and highly sensitive testing of drinking water without laboratory infrastructure
 "IIT-Bhubaneswar's new device set to transform water quality monitoring")
Meghwal defends judicial autonomy, says courts must set limits on remarks
The law minister said the Constitution bars government interference in judicial functioning and that courts alone should determine the limits of oral observations
 "Meghwal defends judicial autonomy, says courts must set limits on remarks")
JSW Steel posts 15% growth in May crude steel output, produces 2.29 MT
JSW Steel reported a 15 per cent increase in consolidated crude steel production in May, supported by higher output from Indian operations, Dolvi plant operations and JV ramp-up
 "JSW Steel posts 15% growth in May crude steel output, produces 2.29 MT")
Court orders probe into alleged illegal fly ash dumping by Vedanta unit
Jharsuguda court directs police to register an FIR and investigate allegations of unauthorised fly ash dumping near the Bheden river by Vedanta Aluminium.
 "Court orders probe into alleged illegal fly ash dumping by Vedanta unit")
Odisha orders itensified crackdown as audits flag massive mining losses
State directs surprise inspections and tighter surveillance after audits and investigations flag large-scale illegal mining, royalty evasion and mineral transportation irregularities
 "Odisha orders itensified crackdown as audits flag massive mining losses")
Odisha clears ₹3,793 crore investment proposals, to create 20,000 new jobs
The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority approved 24 projects across 14 districts, with textiles, manufacturing, tourism and clean energy leading job creation
 "Odisha clears ₹3,793 crore investment proposals, to create 20,000 new jobs")
Bhubaneswar int'l airport awaits AAI nod for ₹1K cr terminal-3 expansion
Passenger traffic growth and expanding connectivity spur plans for a new integrated terminal to enhance capacity and modernise facilities at Bhubaneswar airport
 "Bhubaneswar int'l airport awaits AAI nod for ₹1K cr terminal-3 expansion")
Odisha pitches global action on climate and disaster risks at BRICS meet
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi highlighted Odisha's disaster management model and called for greater international cooperation to tackle climate-related challenges
 "Odisha pitches global action on climate and disaster risks at BRICS meet")
India's $2-billion drone acquisition to boost defence deep-tech ecosystem
The proposed military drone procurement is expected to strengthen indigenous manufacturing, expand supply chains and accelerate investments in defence technology and innovation
 "India's $2-billion drone acquisition to boost defence deep-tech ecosystem")
Amazon brings Kaziranga's conservation-linked products to buyers nationwide
Amazon India has partnered with Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve to market over 230 eco-friendly products made by local communities through its Karigar platform
 "Amazon brings Kaziranga's conservation-linked products to buyers nationwide")
Brics disaster risk reduction meet begins with focus on Odisha model
Delegates from 11 BRICS member and partner countries are discussing climate resilience, disaster preparedness and sustainable risk reduction under India's Brics Presidency
 "Brics disaster risk reduction meet begins with focus on Odisha model")