Power Demand Jumps 7% in December Amid Cold Wave
India's electricity demand surged nearly 7% in December 2024, reaching a peak of 139,000 MW, driven by heating needs during a severe cold wave. Explore the data and grid implications.
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Delhi's Power Demand Peaks on New Year's Eve & Day
Delhi's electricity demand hits record highs on Dec 31 & Jan 1 due to celebrations, cold weather, and extended commercial hours. Discover how the grid copes and the shift to renewable energy. Read more.
₹7,295 Crore Export Support Package Announced for MSMEs
Indian government launches a ₹7,295 crore export support package with interest subvention and collateral guarantee schemes for MSME exporters, running from 2025 to 2031. Read details.
Telangana HC upholds Rs 4.21 crore power bill demand
Telangana High Court dismisses Sanghi Polymers' appeal against Rs 4.21 crore Grid Support Charges. The court upheld the discom's demand, emphasizing consumer responsibility for lawful charges. Read the full judgment details.
Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway faces 3-month delay
The 63-km Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway completion is delayed by 3 months for shifting a 400-kV power line. Once ready, travel time will drop from 120 to 70 minutes. Read details.
Tripura SLDC First in NE to Get ISO 27001:2022 Certification
Tripura's State Load Dispatch Centre achieves a cybersecurity milestone, becoming the first in India's northeast to secure the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, bolstering national grid protection. Read more.
Power Fault Disrupts Narmada Water Supply in Indore
A power disruption at Jalood grid crippled Narmada water supply to parts of Indore, leaving 14 overhead tanks dry. Officials arrange tankers as residents face shortages. Details inside.
India's Energy Shift: Storage, Grid, Nuclear Key
India's renewable energy focus shifts from capacity addition to integration. Experts highlight storage, transmission, and nuclear power as critical for a stable 500GW+ non-fossil future by 2032. Read more.
India's Path to Net-Zero: Experts Outline Critical Steps
Industry leaders highlight the need for stable policies, grid upgrades, and domestic manufacturing to achieve renewable energy goals and ensure grid stability. India's installed power capacity crosses 500 GW.
UP-Nepal border under tight security for New Year
UP Police and SSB intensify surveillance across 7 border districts ahead of New Year. Round-the-clock checks, dog squads, and tech deployed to prevent illegal crossings. Read more.
Stefon Diggs Charged with Felony Strangulation
New England Patriots star Stefon Diggs faces felony strangulation and assault charges from a December 2 incident. The NFL's Personal Conduct Policy could impact his season and the Patriots' playoff hopes. Read the full story.
Kerala Priest Arrested in Canada on Assault Charges
A Catholic priest from Kerala, serving in Toronto, has been arrested on charges of sexual assault and sexual interference. The Archdiocese has removed him from ministry. Read the full details.
BSF on High Alert in Akhnoor Over Infiltration Threat
Border Security Force boosts counter-infiltration grid in Jammu & Kashmir's Akhnoor sector amid intelligence warnings of terror attempts. Women soldiers stand guard in harsh winter.
Kraken Energy Software Hits $8.65B Valuation in Funding
Kraken Technologies, a key software platform for managing the clean energy transition, raises $1 billion, achieving an $8.65 billion valuation. Learn how this impacts global utilities and India's green shift.
Govt Extends Moong Procurement to January 22
The Indian government extends green gram procurement under the Price Support Scheme until January 22, 2025, offering relief to farmers. Learn about MSP, procurement agencies, and market impact.
Russia Strikes Ukraine Before Zelenskyy-Trump Meeting
Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine's energy grid, killing 11, a day before President Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump to discuss a potential peace deal. Read the latest developments.
China's Energy Order Sees Major Green Switch
China accelerates its energy transition through major grid reforms and strong endorsement of renewable power. Expert analysis on the implications for global climate goals. Read more.
Railway Fare Hike from December 26: New Charges
Indian Railways announces a fare revision effective December 26, 2025. Get the latest updates on new passenger ticket costs, reservation fees, and cancellation charges.
New 80 MVA Transformer Energised in Patna's Board Colony
Bihar's BSPTCL commissions a second 80 MVA transformer at Patna's GIS grid substation, enhancing power supply capacity and stability for Board Colony and surrounding areas. Read more about this key infrastructure upgrade.
Ukraine's Energy Crisis Deepens Amid Relentless Russian Strikes
As Christmas nears, Ukraine faces its worst energy crisis since 2022. With over 5,000 missiles & drones launched in November, blackouts stretch for days, testing civilian resilience. Read more.
Karnataka HC: State Can Direct Power Supply to Grid
Karnataka High Court rules state government can direct power generators to supply electricity to the grid during extraordinary circumstances like hydro shortages. Read the full judgment details.
Major Security Exercise Held in Srinagar to Counter Threats
A high-level joint security exercise was conducted in Srinagar to strengthen the security grid and counter potential terror threats. Read about the coordinated efforts of J&K Police, CRPF, and Army.
Hyosung Wins $82M UK Transformer Deal for Wind Power
South Korea's Hyosung Heavy Industries secures a major 120 billion won contract to supply ultra-high-voltage transformers for a UK wind power project, boosting its European expansion. Read more.
India's Battery Storage Boom: ₹1.4T Investment by 2030
Falling battery prices and policy support are driving a massive ₹1.4 trillion investment surge in India's grid-scale battery storage, led by giants like Reliance and Adani. Discover how this will transform renewable energy.
Google's Parent Alphabet Acquires Intersect for $4.75 Billion
Google's parent company Alphabet acquires clean energy firm Intersect for $4.75 billion in cash to meet surging AI data centre power demands. Deal to close by 2026.
Karnataka HC Backs State's Grid Supply Order for Generators
Karnataka High Court reinstates state's order requiring embedded generators to supply power to the grid at Rs 4.86/unit. The ruling clarifies state jurisdiction over cogeneration plants. Read the full details.
Musk: US Energy Gap a Major Disadvantage vs China
Elon Musk warns America's stagnant power capacity is a critical disadvantage. China now has 3.75 terawatts vs US 1.30 terawatts, threatening AI and tech leadership. Read the full analysis.
SF Blackout Halts Waymo Fleet, 130,000 Homes Affected
A major power outage in San Francisco plunged 30% of the city into darkness, stranding Waymo's self-driving cars and crippling infrastructure. Read how a substation fire caused the chaos.
AP's Jal Jeevan Mission renamed 'Amarajeevi Jaladhara'
Andhra Pradesh govt renames Jal Jeevan Mission water grid scheme as 'Amarajeevi Jaladhara' to honour Potti Sreeramulu. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan launches projects worth ₹7,910 crore to benefit 1.21 crore people. Read more.
J&K LG Sinha: 'Every terrorist, supporter must be neutralised'
Jammu & Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha chairs high-level security meet, vows to defend security gains since 2019. Calls for coordinated action to dismantle terror ecosystem. Read the full story.
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