New Odisha Age

Category: Corporate

AI models developed under IndiaAI Mission represent important progress in building India’s own AI capabilities tailored to local languages and use-cases

Sarmistha Kabi04 mins

iGOT initiative strengthening AI awareness and capacity building among government officials and other stakeholders Bhubaneswar: Government of India launched the IndiaAI Mission in March 2024 with the objective of building a robust ecosystem of AI in the country. The Mission seeks to expand access to AI technologies, support innovation and promote the development of AI…

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Abound Launches AI Financial Autopilot for NRIs in Partnership with NEAR AI

Sarmistha Kabi04 mins

The super-app for global Indians now lets an AI agent handle remittances, bill payments, and everyday money tasks, automatically Bhubaneswar: Abound, the financial super-app for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) backed by The Times of India Group, today announced the launch of its AI Financial Autopilot. Built in partnership with NEAR AI, this new product uses an…

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Railways Clears ₹895 Crore for Metro Power Upgrade, Bridge Infrastructure Boost

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Indian Railways has approved projects worth ₹895.30 crore aimed at strengthening power systems and critical bridge infrastructure to enhance capacity and efficiency. A major portion—₹671.72 crore—has been allocated for the upgrade of Kolkata Metro. The project includes installation of seven new traction substations and augmentation of the power system from 11 kV to 33…

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Safety Lapses Alleged at Subhadra Shakti Mela in Jharsuguda; Calls for Immediate Action

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Serious concerns have emerged over safety and management standards at the district-level Subhadra Shakti Mela in Jharsuguda, an event organised under the state’s Mission Shakti programme to promote women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs). Major Safety Breach ReportedIn a significant lapse, a heavy transport vehicle was reportedly found parked inside a vendor stall area meant for…

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Odisha Hikes Salaries for AYUSH Faculty to Strengthen Medical Education

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Health and Family Welfare Department Odisha has revised and increased salaries for contractual faculty members in government Ayurvedic and Homoeopathic medical colleges across Odisha. Under the new structure, lecturers will receive ₹70,000 per month, while readers’ salaries have been doubled from ₹40,000 to ₹80,000. Professors will now be paid ₹1 lakh per month,…

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SAIL May Shift ₹30,000 Crore Rourkela Expansion to Durgapur Amid Land Hurdles

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: State-run steel major Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is considering relocating the proposed expansion of Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) to the Durgapur Steel Plant (DSP) due to persistent land acquisition challenges in Odisha. The ₹30,000 crore expansion project is critical to SAIL’s long-term target of achieving 35.65 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) production…

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AIIMS Bhubaneswar and NAMS to Organise Regional CME on Organ Transplantation and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Over 300 doctors from four states to attend; renowned experts to speak on Organ Transplantation & AI in healthcare Bhubaneswar, 28/03/2026: Highlighting the demand of organ transplant, there is urgent need to enhance awareness, strengthen institutional readiness, and align with policy strategies to expand donor pools and improve transplant outcomes, the All India Institute of…

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NHRC Special Monitor visits AIIMS Bhubaneswar

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Commends Initiatives on Human Rights Education and Equitable Healthcare Bhubaneswar: Special Monitor for Human Rights Advocacy (Human Rights Education and Gender Equality) from the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Prof. Kanhaiya Tripathi, visited AIIMS Bhubaneswar on 25th March, 2026 (Wednesday). During the visit, Prof. Tripathi reviewed various initiatives undertaken by AIIMS Bhubaneswar in the areas…

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Times Prime Launches Aeonic as a Comprehensive Wellness Membership Covering Every Aspect of Health

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: Times Prime has launched Aeonic, a comprehensive wellness membership, designed to simplify access to fitness, preventive healthcare, nutrition, and medical services for consumers across India. The launch responds to the increasing demand for integrated, preventive-first wellness solutions that reduce the complexity of managing multiple health and fitness subscriptions, bringing essential wellness services together through…

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Insurance for All: Expanding Coverage, Strengthening Social Security in India

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: India’s insurance sector is undergoing rapid expansion, emerging as a key pillar of financial security and social protection. Policy reforms and regulatory changes are driving this growth, improving both accessibility and affordability of insurance products across diverse population segments. Recent measures such as allowing higher foreign direct investment (FDI), rationalising taxes including GST exemptions…

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