Hindalco Industries announces a massive Rs 21,000 crore investment to expand its aluminium smelter in Odisha, aiming to significantly increase production capacity and strengthen India's position in the global metals market.
State-owned NALCO is transitioning its power-intensive smelting operations to renewable energy sources, planning 200-300 MW of green power capacity with battery storage to cut carbon emissions and ensure reliable supply.
In a significant crackdown, Odisha police destroyed poppy plants worth Rs 1.91 crore in a targeted operation, aiming to curb illegal drug cultivation in the region.
Chilika Lagoon's tidal prism has reduced by 30-40% since the 1990s, weakening its natural flushing capacity. While tourism grows, ecological discipline is crucial for survival.
Krushna Chandra Behera, 80, highlights the harsh reality of relocation in Odisha. Uprooted by sea erosion, villagers face a 12km trek through crocodile-infested mangroves to farm. Read about the human cost of climate displacement.