Fire at Jharsuguda Station Halts Mumbai-Howrah Trains
A fire caused by a short circuit at Jharsuguda railway station disrupted services on the Mumbai-Howrah route for nearly two hours on Tuesday morning, officials said.
A fire caused by a short circuit at Jharsuguda railway station disrupted services on the Mumbai-Howrah route for nearly two hours on Tuesday morning, officials said.
Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation will construct a 400 kV gas-insulated substation in Ambattur at Rs 1,045 crore to power data centres and improve industrial electricity quality.
MP Transco engineers performed a high-risk live maintenance operation at Bhopal's 400 kV Sookhi Sewania substation, preventing a major power disruption. Read how they kept the city's lights on.
The Indian government plans a Rs 3,000 crore initiative to boost domestic testing for power equipment, aiming to cut imports and enhance self-reliance in the energy sector. Read more.
A security guard at a GETCO substation in Karjan fired at a gang of robbers, injuring one. Police say copper theft is a major target. Read the full details.
A man was shot by a guard during a theft attempt at a GETCO substation in Karjan, Vadodara. One suspect was caught, three fled. Police investigation is ongoing.
India's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, set for Parliament, aims to end distribution monopolies. This reform could reshape the sector, putting Tata Power, Torrent Power, and CESC in the spotlight for investors.
Karnataka government directs Escoms to ensure uninterrupted power supply during peak summer 2026, anticipating a 5% demand surge. Read about the state's comprehensive plan involving solar, hydro, and thermal power.
Power supply will be suspended in several parts of Ambattur, Chennai, on January 12 from 9am to 2pm for maintenance work. Check the full list of affected localities here.
Odisha reels under severe cold wave. Bhubaneswar at 9.4°C, Cuttack records coldest night in 40 years at 8.6°C. IMD forecasts conditions to persist. Read for details and impact.
Delhi government launches a massive project to replace 7,900 km of old power cables by 2026, aiming to eliminate outages and ensure a clean, reliable electricity supply for the capital.
Dense fog and cold snap cause repeated power failures in Jaipur's rural areas like Goner and Boorthal. Untrimmed tree branches on lines lead to nightly outages, disrupting lives and small businesses. Read more.
Power supply will be suspended in parts of Valasaravakkam and Porur in Chennai from 9 am to 2 pm on Friday. Check the full list of affected areas here.
Supreme Power Equipment Limited secures a major ₹25.7 crore order for 33/11 KV power transformers from Assam Power Distribution Co. Ltd. (APDCL), boosting India's power infrastructure.
Jharsuguda in Odisha shivered at 5.1°C, its coldest January temperature since 1953. IMD warns of a prolonged cold wave and dense fog across multiple districts. Read for details and forecasts.
The Central Bihar Chamber of Commerce reports frequent power cuts in Gaya, especially in Manpur, harming power loom operations. They demand reliable supply as SBPDCL focuses on dues recovery.
A new Rs 8.5 crore transformer at Masora substation aims to end low-voltage woes for Kondagaon's maize farmers and rural consumers. Read how this upgrade stabilizes the power supply.
Residents of Noida's Sector 105 endure 1-2 hour daily power cuts. RWA blames old infrastructure and unpruned trees. Officials promise investigation. Read more.
Jefferies predicts a recovery in India's power demand growth to 6.5% by FY26, driving upside for power sector stocks like NTPC and Power Grid. Read the full analysis.
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.
The five-day Jharsuguda Lok Mahotsav, Dulduli, commenced with a vibrant cultural procession and inaugural ceremony. Padma Shri awardees were honored, and folk artists from across India mesmerized the audience. Explore the highlights.
UP power employees mark 400th day of agitation against privatisation with 'Protest Day' in Varanasi. They demand cancellation of privatisation processes as assured by the minister.
India's electricity demand rose 7% to 138.39 billion units in December 2024, signaling strong economic activity. Read the full analysis of power sector trends.
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurated key power, water, and lighting projects under the North Chennai Development Scheme, aiming for balanced urban growth. Read more.
Students from a polytechnic in Odisha's Jharsuguda crafted a massive map of the state using scrap materials, earning a place in the India Book of Records. Discover their innovative project.
A staggering 3,200+ candidates, including graduates & post-graduates, competed for just 102 Home Guard posts in Odisha's Jharsuguda, highlighting the severe job crisis. Read the full report.
Scheduled maintenance by KPTCL will cause power outages in West and North Bengaluru areas on Monday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
Residents of Kansal and Nayagaon face up to 8 hours of daily power cuts. PSPCL helplines go unanswered, disrupting lives of students, elderly, and businesses. Details inside.
KPTCL announces a 7-hour scheduled power outage in Dharwad on December 29 & 30 for quarterly maintenance. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.
Tamil Nadu achieves a historic milestone with 50.8Mu solar energy absorbed into the grid and a peak generation of 7,276MW. Discover how dry weather is powering the state's green energy surge.