New Odisha Age

Category: Technology

Tata Hitachi EX1200V Excavator Deployed by Edifice Engineering for High-Reach Demolition Project

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Company Pvt. Ltd.’s flagship EX1200V excavator has been deployed by Edifice Engineering for a major high-rise demolition project in Haryana, marking a significant milestone in India’s specialised demolition capabilities. The EX1200V excavator, supplied by Tata Hitachi, has been integrated by Edifice Engineering with a specialised high-reach demolition attachment, making it…

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Aparajita Sarangi Urges Odisha Govt to Reconsider Metro Rail Decision

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Bhubaneswar: Aparajita Sarangi has called on the Odisha government to revisit its recent decision on metro rail projects, terming the initiative crucial for the city’s future mobility needs. In a letter addressed to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Sarangi made a “humble request” to reconsider the state cabinet’s decision taken on April 4 regarding the…

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Thorium Key to India’s Energy Independence, Says Atomic Energy Scientist

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Bhubaneswar: Emphasising the critical role of nuclear energy in India’s future, senior scientist Dr Neelam Goyal from the Department of Atomic Energy highlighted the need to accelerate the country’s civil nuclear programme to ensure long-term energy security. Speaking on the sidelines of an event in Surat, Dr Goyal said India’s economy—anchored in agriculture, industry, and…

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India Eyes Curbs on Chinese Surveillance Firms in Major Digital Security Push

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward strengthening national security and safeguarding digital infrastructure, the Government of India is reportedly planning to impose restrictions on Chinese surveillance and networking equipment used across the country. The move is expected to impact major global players such as Hikvision, Dahua Technology, and TP-Link, whose products are widely deployed in…

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₹1,000 Crore Cruise Terminal Project in Puri Gains Momentum After Site Inspection

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Bhubaneswar: The proposed world-class cruise terminal project in Odisha’s coastal city of Puri has gained momentum, with Chief Engineer of Paradip Port Authority, Himanshu Sekhar Rout, conducting a detailed site inspection on Saturday. The ambitious ₹1,000 crore project, announced earlier this year, will be developed at Sipasarubali and includes plans for a sprawling 1,500-acre modern…

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India Achieves Milestone as Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam Reaches Criticality

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Bhubaneswar: In a major advancement for India’s nuclear energy programme, the indigenously developed Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam has successfully achieved criticality, marking a significant breakthrough in Stage-2 of India’s three-stage nuclear power strategy. The 500 MWe sodium-cooled fast reactor represents a crucial technological leap. It operates using mixed oxide (MOX) fuel—a combination…

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India Launches Census 2027 First Phase with Digital Self-Enumeration Portal

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has officially launched the first phase of Census 2027, introducing a major digital reform through a Self-Enumeration portal that allows citizens to submit their details online. The initiative, rolled out under the supervision of the Ministry of Home Affairs, marks the beginning of the Houselisting and Housing Census, with select…

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BMC Issues Advisory on Safe Drinking Water Amid Summer Heat

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Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a public advisory directing all government and private offices, institutions, and public sector units within its jurisdiction to ensure safe drinking water availability during the summer season. Focus on Public Health and Hygiene Authorities have urged establishments to: Maintain a clean and regulated drinking water system Ensure…

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₹1,938 Crore Allocated for Khurda Road–Balangir Rail Line: Vaishnaw

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Bhubaneswar: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday informed the Rajya Sabha that an outlay of ₹1,938 crore has been allocated for the Khurda Road–Balangir railway line project in the 2025–26 financial year. Responding to a query by Subhasish Khuntia, the minister said the total project cost has risen to ₹5,089 crore, out of which ₹4,311…

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Odisha Revises Bhubaneswar Town Centre Project; Retail Leaders Highlight India’s Growth Story

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Bhubaneswar/Mumbai: The Government of Odisha has initiated a comprehensive revision of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Bhubaneswar Town Centre District (BTCD), aiming to enhance urban infrastructure and improve connectivity around the city’s railway station. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra informed the Assembly that the redesign is necessitated by ongoing…

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