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.
CAG-empaneled auditors will conduct a 60-day intensive audit of TNPDCL's massive debt. The probe, ordered by TNERC per Supreme Court directive, aims to uncover financial mismanagement. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Goa's electricity department will impose penalties on domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn how to regularize your load to avoid fines.
Rajasthan's new Vehicle Scrapping Policy 2025 targets old, polluting vehicles. Owners can get up to 50% tax rebate, max ₹1 lakh, on new vehicle purchase. Read details.
Rajasthan Cabinet approves a new policy to phase out polluting vehicles and an ethical AI framework. PM Modi may inaugurate the Barmer refinery in January. Key details inside.
Rajasthan's Social Justice Minister announces 10 new drug de-addiction centres and a pension increase. Read about the state's latest welfare initiatives.
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.
In a major drive against electricity theft, CESC vigilance squads registered 31 cases and imposed fines totalling Rs 2.2 lakh in Mysuru and nearby districts. Read the full details of the operation.
CESC's vigilance teams raided five districts in Karnataka, filing 31 cases and imposing fines of ₹2.17 lakh for illegal electricity connections. Read the full details of the crackdown.
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.
A massive electricity theft racket using 5 km of illegal lines & 95 official poles was busted in Jaisalmer's Ghotaru. The nexus, with suspected insider help, powered illegal cultivation on govt land, causing lakhs in monthly losses. Read the shocking deta
Kerala government settles electricity bill arrears of departments & KWA by netting off Rs 1,188.52 crore from KSEB's duty. Move follows court stay on duty remittance. Details inside.
Govt hospitals in Rajasthan have failed to implement 2015 safety directives for blood transfusions, leading to multiple errors. Read about the negligence and new warnings issued.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar clarifies that the draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, will not increase power tariffs for domestic and agricultural consumers. State subsidies will continue, ensuring consumer welfare alongside financial disciplin
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma unveils Rajasthan's Circular Economy Incentive Scheme 2025 to boost resource efficiency. Plan includes Climate Action 2030 & a Centre of Excellence. Read more.
A major dispute over smart prepaid meter pricing unfolded at a UPERC meeting. Power utilities demand up to Rs 13,000, while consumer advocates cite prices as low as Rs 2,500. Key details inside.
Farmers in Punjab, led by Kisan Mazdur Morcha, staged massive protests against the Electricity Amendment Bill and forced prepaid meter installation. Leaders demand state govt resolution and action on pollution laws. Read more.
Citizens for Democracy Goa petitions against mandatory external electricity meter relocation, citing privacy risks from smart meters and high costs for consumers. Read their demands.
Power cuts disrupting your life? Under India's Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, you can claim compensation from your DISCOM. Learn how to file a complaint and get financial relief for unscheduled outages.
Rajasthan govt announces new stringent law to prevent water theft and ensure equitable distribution. Major projects like ERCP worth Rs 9400 crore underway to address scarcity. Read more.
Rajasthan government transfers Rs 17,000 state subsidy to rooftop solar consumers, on top of central aid. Total support now up to Rs 95,000 with 150 free monthly units. Apply via discom portals.
Farmers, labourers, and electricity employees announce joint protests against the Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 and privatisation. A major march to Lucknow and Delhi is planned. Read more.
Rajasthan's electricity distribution companies significantly reduced AT&C losses in FY25. Jaipur discom cut losses to 14% from 20%. Discover the strategies behind this improvement and the challenges ahead.
Rajasthan's draft electoral roll sees deletion of over 4.2 lakh voter names. Officials cite duplication and deceased voters as key reasons. Check your status now.