Mexico Wins in US Tariff War, Exports to America Surge
Despite fears, Mexico's exports to the US grew nearly 9% in 2025 after Trump's tariffs. Lower rates than China and strategic advantages fuel a record trade boom. Read the full analysis.
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India's 2025 Trade: Tariffs, FTAs & Global Shifts
2025 sees India navigating a complex global trade landscape with new tariffs from the US & Mexico, green barriers from the EU, and strategic FTAs with the UK, NZ & Oman. Here's the full analysis.
Panchkula body urges CM to reconsider 2025-26 power tariffs
Panchkula Residents' Welfare Federation urges CM Saini to review revised power tariffs, alleging hidden costs and unfair burden on domestic consumers. Read the full story.
CEA Acts to Align Power Research with Industry Needs
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.
Trump's Tariff Wars Reshape Global Trade, India Hit Hard
In 2025, Trump's aggressive tariff policy targets China, India & allies, reshaping global trade. US tariffs hit 17%, generating $30B monthly. India's exports dip but show resilience. Explore the global impact.
CESC Raids: 31 Illegal Power Cases, Rs 2.2L Fines
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 files 31 cases, fines ₹2.17L for illegal power connections
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 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.
Major electricity theft network busted in Jaisalmer border area
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 govt nets off Rs 1,188 crore in power bill dues
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.
Power Minister: Electricity Bill won't raise tariffs, subsidies safe
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
Smart Meter Price War Erupts in UP Regulatory Meeting
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.
Punjab Farmers Protest Electricity Bill, Prepaid Meters
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.
Goa NGO Fights Mandatory External Meter Move
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 Cut Compensation: Your Rights Under Electricity Rules 2020
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.
IMF May Raise India's GDP Growth Forecast to 7%: Gopinath
Former IMF deputy MD Gita Gopinath predicts the Fund will upgrade India's growth forecast closer to 7% for the current fiscal, citing strong Q2 data and global AI spending offsetting tariff impacts.
Nationwide Protests Planned Against Electricity Privatisation
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.
UP Ends Estimate System for Electricity Connections
UPERC proposes a lumpsum fee for new electricity connections, ending corruption-prone estimates. Final approval expected Dec 18. Get details on new transparent charges.
Discom Bailouts Fail: Competition Key to Power Sector Fix
With discom debt over Rs 7.5 lakh crore, another bailout is inevitable but futile. The only viable solution is introducing competition in distribution to cut inefficiencies and costs. Read the analysis.
Algoma Steel to Cut 1,000 Jobs Due to US Tariffs
Canadian steel giant Algoma Steel will slash 1,000 jobs and shut its blast furnace in Ontario, blaming US tariffs for heavy losses. The layoffs start March 23, 2025. Read more.
US Grants UK 3-Year Tariff Exemption on Pharma Imports
The US extends a critical tariff exemption for UK pharmaceutical and medical technology imports for three years, supporting supply chains and public health. Read the full analysis.
Indian Businesses See US Tariffs as Strategic Cost
Despite new US tariffs, some Indian exporters in sectors like chemicals and engineering find them manageable. They cite strategic market access and competitive advantages as key reasons. Explore the nuanced impact on India-US trade.
Maharashtra Power Crisis: Rs 2,968 Crore Bills Default
Maharashtra's power distributor MSEDCL faces financial crisis as 34% consumers default on electricity bills totaling Rs 2,968 crore. Learn about the recovery drive.
Jharkhand Electricity Theft: 8,651 FIRs Filed
JBVNL cracks down on electricity theft with 8,651 FIRs from Aug-Oct 2025. Over ₹14 crore assessed, ₹8.47 crore recovered. Report theft anonymously via WhatsApp.
Power Employees Protest Electricity Amendment Bill Nationwide
Powercom employees in Patiala joined nationwide strikes against electricity bill amendments and privatization. Learn how this affects consumers and the power sector.
Bihar's Kaimur Hills: No Power Despite Govt Schemes
Despite NDA's 125 free electricity units, 70,000 tribal residents in Bihar's Kaimur hills live without power. Failed solar projects & non-functional toilets expose implementation gaps. Read more.
SC Sets 12-Week Deadline for MERC on Power Tariff Review
Supreme Court directs MERC to decide MSEDCL's electricity tariff review petition within 12 weeks after consulting stakeholders. Current tariffs remain until new order.
Punjab protests power bill: privatization fears, tariff hikes
Massive protests erupt in Punjab against Centre's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025. Power employees and farmers fear privatization, cherry-picking of consumers, and erosion of subsidies. Key concerns explained.
UP Power Bill Discount Scheme for Domestic, Commercial Users
UPPCL launches Bijli Bill Rahat Yojana 2025-26 offering 25% discount on principal amount and 100% interest waiver for domestic and small commercial consumers from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026.
Nagpur woman gets jail for illegal electricity restoration
Nagpur special court sentences power consumer to imprisonment till court rising and Rs 10,000 fine for illegally restoring disconnected electricity connection. Read the full details.
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