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.
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
2025 saw a major shift as oil demand surged, defying peak predictions. India emerged as the top growth engine, reshaping global energy dynamics. Read the full analysis.
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.
Students in Silchar launch a massive signature campaign demanding a flyover. They aim to collect 6000 signatures to submit to the CM's office, citing critical infrastructure needs.
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.
ICICI Bank faces a GST demand of Rs 238 crore from tax authorities for FY 2018-19. The bank plans to appeal the order. Get the full details here.
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.
Delhi High Court declares electricity a fundamental right under Article 21. Justice Mini Pushkarna rules power cannot be denied due to pending tenant-landlord disputes. Read the landmark judgment details.
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.
UPERC proposes a lumpsum fee for new electricity connections, ending corruption-prone estimates. Final approval expected Dec 18. Get details on new transparent charges.
Retail credit in India surged in Q3 FY25, driven by festive spending and optimism around GST rationalisation. Discover the key growth sectors and economic outlook.
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.
Western Railway launches special train service between Sabarmati and Delhi to help passengers affected by Indigo flight cancellations. Bookings open Dec 6. Details inside.
Noida's electricity demand is rising by 120 MW yearly, fueled by new residential connections and industrial expansion. The discom is upgrading infrastructure to meet the challenge. Read more.
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
IIT Delhi develops AI-powered energy management that automatically adjusts appliances using weather, occupancy data & real-time pricing. Save money while supporting India's green grid.
Stay informed with the latest developments in Delhi - from civic updates and traffic alerts to weather conditions and political news. Essential reading for Delhi residents.
Delhi government's revenue department proposes restructuring the capital into 13 districts with new names. The draft plan aims for better administrative efficiency. Read more about the proposed changes.
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.
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.
Powercom employees in Patiala joined nationwide strikes against electricity bill amendments and privatization. Learn how this affects consumers and the power sector.
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.
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.
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 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.
Jammu & Kashmir faces proposed 20% power tariff hike as LOP Sharma criticizes administration. Opposition demands relief for consumers amid economic challenges.
Delhi government notifies admission schedule for private schools for 2026-27 session. First list on March 15, 2026. Complete details and deadlines for parents.