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.
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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.
India & Russia Deepen Agricultural Cooperation, Sign New MoU
India and Russia agree to expand agricultural trade, research, and market access. Bilateral farm trade stands at $3.5 billion. New MoU signed to boost cooperation.
Scientist Calls for Biofortified, Heat-Tolerant Crop Varieties
Eminent agricultural scientist S S Chahal urges focus on water-efficient, nutrient-rich crops to meet India's nutritional security challenge. Details from the BAU Rabi Council meeting inside.
PAU Agricultural Engineering Alumni Grand Meet in Ludhiana
Punjab Agricultural University's College of Agricultural Engineering reunites 250 alumni globally. Event highlights include jubilee celebrations, a global baton relay, and new tech initiatives for smart farming.
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.
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.
J&K LOP Sharma Slams CM Over 20% Power Hike Plan
Jammu & Kashmir faces proposed 20% power tariff hike as LOP Sharma criticizes administration. Opposition demands relief for consumers amid economic challenges.
PAU Alumni Return to B-School After 15 Years
Two successful alumni reconnect with Punjab Agricultural University's business school after 15 years, sharing career insights and inspiring current MBA students with their professional journeys.
EU Demands Billions from UK in Post-Brexit Power Row
The EU has proposed a multi-billion electricity bill for the UK in post-Brexit talks, raising concerns over UK's high energy prices and power security. Read the full report.
HC Directs Haryana to Release Widow's Electricity Dues in 2 Months
Haryana High Court admonishes systemic indifference, directs Principal Secretary Electricity to verify widow's claim and release death benefits within two months. Justice Sharma ensures justice for pensioner's family.
PAU Demonstrates Advanced Farm Tech at Jatana Event
Punjab Agricultural University leads farm tech revolution at Jatana event, showcasing sustainable solutions and corporate innovations for modern agriculture. Discover the future of farming!
Chhattisgarh halves power bills for 200 units from Dec 1
Chhattisgarh CM announces expansion of half electricity bill scheme from 100 to 200 units, benefiting over 42 lakh households. Relief begins December 1.
Amritsar Farmers Protest Electricity Amendment Bill
Farmers and workers across Amritsar district burn effigies in coordinated protests against the Electricity Amendment Bill 2022, fearing privatization impacts.
Krishi Mela Draws 5.4 Lakh Visitors with Agri-Tech Focus
Bengaluru's Krishi Mela concludes with record 5.416 lakh visitors, showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies and innovations for modern farmers. Discover the future of farming!
CPGSAS Marks Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas with Cultural Events
College of Post Graduate Studies in Agricultural Sciences honors tribal heritage through seminars and cultural activities. Event featured Padmashree Trinity Saioo and national athlete Margaret Pathaw.
India's renewable energy targets need state coordination
India's ambitious 500 GW renewable energy target by 2030 risks consumer tariff shocks without deeper state-level consultation. Learn how better coordination can ensure sustainable power transition.
7 Appliances That Hike Your Electricity Bill - Unplug Now!
Discover how common household devices secretly drain electricity and learn practical tips to reduce your monthly power bill significantly. Start saving today!
Ludhiana Power Employees Begin Indefinite Strike
Contract workers of Punjab State Power Corporation Limited launch indefinite strike in Ludhiana, protesting for permanent positions and better benefits outside Power Minister Harbhajan Singh's home.
Polaris Deploys 10M Smart Meters Across India
Polaris Smart Metering is transforming India's power sector with 10 million smart meters deployment nationwide. Discover how they're doubling market share and revolutionizing energy management.
Elon Musk: AI Will Rule World With One Condition
Elon Musk reveals his startling vision for AI's future - world domination is coming, but only if we solve the electricity crisis first. Find out what this means for humanity's technological future.
Karnataka's 5 Guarantee Schemes: ₹52K Cr Impact
Discover how Karnataka's flagship guarantee schemes are reshaping governance while creating significant financial implications. An in-depth look at the state's welfare revolution.
Corruption blacks out Muzaffarabad power project
Massive corruption and technical failures in Pakistan's Neelum-Jhelum hydropower project leave Muzaffarabad facing severe electricity crisis. Investigation reveals shocking mismanagement.
Punjab Farm Fires Jump 78% Amid Wheat Sowing Rush
Punjab faces agricultural crisis as farmers rush to clear paddy fields through stubble burning, with wheat sowing deadline approaching and farm fires surging dramatically across the state.
PAU Wins National Award for Agricultural Mentorship
Punjab Agricultural University honoured with prestigious ICAR award for outstanding mentorship and innovation in agricultural education, reinforcing Punjab's leadership in farming advancements.
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