Consumer Helpline Recovers Rs 45 Crore in 2025
India's National Consumer Helpline resolved over 67,000 complaints and secured refunds worth Rs 45 crore in 2025, with e-commerce leading grievances. Learn how to seek help.
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Assam's Draft Electoral Rolls Published for 2024 Polls
Assam's electoral process begins with new draft rolls post-delimitation. Key dates: claims from Dec 27, final rolls by Feb 10. SC/ST seats increased. Read the full update.
Karnataka Consumer Forum: Just 3 Cases Pending Now
Karnataka's consumer forum has drastically reduced pending cases to just three, a historic low. Read about the reforms and future plans for consumer justice.
National Consumer Day marked in Chandigarh with digital focus
Chandigarh celebrated National Consumer Day with a focus on online complaint filing and consumer rights. Advocates shared crucial tips for e-commerce, insurance, and cyber safety. Learn how to protect yourself.
BJP to hold Veer Bal Diwas despite Sikh groups' objections
BJP's Punjab unit will observe Veer Bal Diwas on December 26 in Patiala, honoring the Sahibzadas. Sikh organizations oppose the event, calling it political appropriation. Details inside.
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.
SSC CPO SI 2025 Answer Key Released: Check Now
SSC has published the tentative answer key for CPO SI Paper I 2025. Candidates can check responses and raise objections online until December 27. Visit ssc.gov.in for details.
Mohali's New MC Ward Map Released, Public Input Sought
Mohali Municipal Corporation releases proposed map for 35 new wards. Residents can submit objections by May 31. Details on the delimitation process and key changes inside.
3.67 Crore Names Dropped from Draft Electoral Rolls
The Election Commission's SIR 2.0 initiative has removed 3.67 crore names from draft electoral rolls. Genuine voters can be added back by January 22. Read the full details.
Karnataka Consumer Justice: 3-Year Delays, Vacancies Plague Commissions
A Bengaluru resident's 3-year fight for a TV highlights systemic delays in Karnataka's consumer courts. With 50% posts vacant and cases pending for 5-6 years, activists demand urgent reforms for speedy justice.
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.
Digital Justice Spearheads National Consumer Day 2025
National Consumer Day 2025 champions 'Digital Justice' with AI-powered platforms like Samadhan and Grievance Redressal Assessment for faster consumer complaint resolution. Learn how tech is empowering Indian consumers.
Limits of India's Consumer Protection Act, 1986
The Consumer Protection Act, 1986, gave Indian consumers legal rights. But decades later, its promise remains limited. Explore the gaps in enforcement and the road ahead for consumer justice.
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
UP Police Board Opens Window for Exam Objections
UPPRPB invites online objections to question papers and answer keys for the deceased police dependents' recruitment exam held on Dec 13. Submit by Dec 21.
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.
Bihar Power Chief Orders Fast Grievance Resolution
Bihar's Energy Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh mandates on-spot resolution of power complaints in weekly open house. A push for consumer-centric governance in Patna.
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.
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.
WB Draft Voter List: 58 Lakh Names Deleted After SIR
Election Commission publishes draft list of deleted voters in West Bengal after intensive revision. Over 58 lakh names removed due to death, relocation, or duplication. Check details and process for claims.
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.
Shared Power Networks Proposed to Reduce Consumer Costs
The government proposes amendments to allow electricity distribution via shared networks, aiming to cut infrastructure costs and give consumers a choice of suppliers. Read the details.
WBP Constable Answer Key 2025 Out at wbprb.gov.in
WBPRB has published the provisional answer key for the Police Constable 2025 exam. Candidates can check scores and submit objections by December 13. Details inside.
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