Music composer AR Rahman faces criticism after hinting at reduced Bollywood work due to power shifts. Singer Chinmayi Sripada supports him against false allegations about refusing to sing Vande Mataram.
Singer Hariharan and Leslie Lewis of Colonial Cousins support AR Rahman's view of a power shift in Hindi music, emphasizing creativity over corporate decisions.
Music maestro AR Rahman observes a significant power shift in Hindi cinema over eight years, suggesting non-creative individuals now wield decision-making authority in the industry.
Explore strategic autonomy as India and Europe diversify partnerships to maintain independence amid US-China tensions and shifting global dynamics.
Delhi's double-shift schools show stark learning disparities. Evening-shift boys, often working daytime jobs, perform worse than morning students despite similar pass rates. Government plans phased conversion to single shifts face infrastructure hurdles.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Delhi government plans a phased conversion of all double-shift schools to single-shift, requiring new infrastructure and aiming to boost academic performance. Read about the ambitious education overhaul.
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.
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.
Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov declares Asia and India as the new global epicentres of power, marking a historic shift away from US-European dominance. Read the full analysis of this geopolitical realignment.
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.
While India's power transmission sector rides a wave of strong demand and government investment, four key stocks have fallen sharply from peaks. Discover the details and future outlook.
UPPCL increases Noida helpdesks to 11 under Urban Restructuring Plan, resolves 978 of 1,575 complaints swiftly. New system cuts response time for supply issues to 1-2 hours. Read more.
2025 saw a stark shift in global politics. From missile strikes to tariffs, diplomacy gave way to raw power. Explore how the US, China, India, and others navigated this new, friction-filled world order.
Japan announces a major policy shift, restarting the world's largest nuclear power plant after 15 years. The move, watched closely by China and North Korea, faces strong public opposition in Niigata and raises regional security concerns.
Parts of south-west Bengaluru face a power cut on Sunday, December 22, from 10 am to 5 pm for KPTCL maintenance. Check affected areas and BESCOM's advisory here.