Rs 10 Crore PRASAD Scheme Work Starts at Mysuru's Chamundi Hill
Major development works under the PRASAD scheme have commenced atop Mysuru's Chamundi Hill, focusing on amenities and crowd management. Read about the key projects and timeline.
Major development works under the PRASAD scheme have commenced atop Mysuru's Chamundi Hill, focusing on amenities and crowd management. Read about the key projects and timeline.
Surat volunteers report 700+ complaints of streetlights on beyond schedule, wasting electricity. SMC cites repairs & technical faults. Read about the civic issue.
Congress MLC Satej Patil accuses Maharashtra govt of failing Kolhapur despite 3-year administrator rule. Announces 15-day public agenda drive for civic polls, opposes power tariff hike.
Uttar Pradesh cuts smart prepaid electricity meter prices by half, making them more affordable for consumers. This move aims to enhance transparency and reduce billing disputes. Read more about this major policy shift.
J&K's Power Department clarifies there will be no general electricity tariff increase for consumers in 2025-26. Omar Abdullah shares official communication, addressing public concerns.
Jaipur discom's massive meter replacement drive slashes revenue loss from Rs 9.41 crore to Rs 16 lakh. The move aims to end average billing disputes and improve operational efficiency. Read more.
Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission reappoints Bhalchandra Khandait as Nagpur Electricity Lokpal. The veteran with 35 years' experience will address consumer grievances in Vidarbha and Marathwada. Read more.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation pauses Rs 140 crore garden tenders after objections, delaying tractor-trolley and labour supply services. Get the latest updates on this civic development.
Bengaluru's BESCOM adopts optical probe technology for automated meter reading and billing, reducing manual errors. Learn how this innovation improves accuracy and efficiency.
Goa's electricity department will penalise domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and how to regularise your load to avoid fines.
Mysuru celebrated New Year 2026 with a majestic crowd at the illuminated palace and spiritual dawn at temples. Thousands sought blessings and enjoyed festivities. Read more.
Surat Municipal Corporation officials reprimanded SITCO for damaging water and drainage pipelines during infrastructure projects, causing severe water supply disruptions for lakhs of residents. Read for details and official warnings.
A probe into the Indore water contamination incident reveals severe lapses in the supply system. Seven dead, 162 in hospitals. Officials scramble for answers.
Uttar Pradesh extends its Electricity Bill Relief Scheme-2025 to Jan 3 due to huge demand. Over 27 lakh consumers registered, generating Rs 2,900 crore. Learn about the benefits and eligibility.
Maharashtra's MSEDCL sees massive adoption of its automated online services for electricity connection name changes and load enhancements, reducing office visits for consumers.
Bengaluru's BESCOM launches a new mobile app for real-time transformer monitoring and preventive maintenance, aiming to reduce power outages and improve reliability.
Goa's electricity department will impose penalties on domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn how to regularize your load to avoid fines.
Chandigarh Mayor announces ₹500 monthly parking passes for cars and ₹250 for two-wheelers starting mid-January 2026. The move aims to boost revenue and simplify parking. Learn about the phased 24x7 water supply project.
Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation has unanimously abandoned the ambitious French-funded 24x7 water supply scheme. Councillors cite failed pilot, public disinterest, and political risks. Read the full story.
The F&CC meeting in Jalandhar today will address crucial civic issues, including road recarpeting projects and water supply problems. Key decisions expected for city infrastructure.
Karnataka officials instructed to guarantee continuous electricity. State Energy Minister highlights post-pandemic demand surge and new generation plans to meet needs. Read the full story.
Chandigarh explores international partnerships with Israel and Russia for its 24x7 water supply project. The MC will discuss eight options, including PPP and central funding, to avoid financial stress on residents.
Chandigarh MC proposes 8 models to salvage 24/7 water project as cost soars from Rs 550 cr to Rs 1,700 cr. Vote on Dec 30. Details on PPP, privatization & phased plans.
Water supply in Pune's Kothrud-Karvenagar & Baner-Balewadi areas disrupted for 2nd day. PMC repairs 1000mm pipeline. Supply to resume fully by Sunday. Tankers deployed. Read details.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's cleaning of Manjalpur water tanks will disrupt supply on Friday evening. Service to resume gradually from Saturday morning. Details inside.
A major feeder pipeline burst in Coimbatore's Saravanampatti, flooding streets with drinking water. Officials aim to repair the damaged Pillur scheme II line by Friday evening. Read for details and impact on North zone supply.
Uttar Pradesh Power Minister AK Sharma clarifies no final decision on electricity privatisation. Centre releases Rs 1,000 crore for electrifying 20,000 hamlets. Details inside.
Surat Municipal Corporation plans a Rs 77 crore water infrastructure project near the airport to improve supply in Dumas, Sultanabad, and Bhimpore. Read about the new tanks and pipeline network.
Google's parent Alphabet acquires clean energy developer Intersect Power for $4.75 billion to secure electricity for AI growth. CEO Sundar Pichai warns energy is the biggest threat to AI progress. Read more.
Central Electricity Authority seeks stakeholder suggestions to bridge the mismatch between power sector research needs and academic efforts. Inputs will shape the National Electricity Plan for 2027-28 to 2036-37. Read more.