Temple theft accused shot, crown recovered in Gopalganj
In a dramatic police operation, an accused in the Rs 1.08 crore Thawe Bhawani Temple theft was injured. The stolen crown was recovered. Read the full story of the digital heist.
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3 Women Arrested for Gold Chain Theft in Puttur
Karnataka police arrest three women for allegedly stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and investigation inside.
3 Women Held for Gold Theft at Puttur Temple
Karnataka police arrest three women for stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and arrests inside.
Copper wire theft hits Har Ghar Jal water tank in Lucknow
Thieves stole 400m of costly copper wire from a solar-powered water tank under Har Ghar Jal Mission in Udaipur village, Lucknow, disrupting supply. Police probe underway.
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.
GPS-Using Auto Thieves Arrested in Delhi's Dwarka
Delhi Police arrested two men in Dwarka for using GPS devices to track and steal cars from their own workshop. The accused installed trackers during repairs. Read the full investigation details.
Line Losses Persist in Rohtak Villages Post Meter Shift
Despite moving electricity meters to poles in 43 Rohtak villages, high line losses and power theft remain. DHBVN's initiative fails to curb losses, raising consumer and official concerns.
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.
₹20 Lakh Temple Burglary in Kendrapada: 5 Temples Hit
Thieves stole idols, ornaments worth ₹20 lakh from five temples in Kendrapada's Dhola & Nalapari villages. Police probe insider angle. Read for details & updates.
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.
Inside Job Theft at French Presidential Palace
A major theft at the French presidential palace, described as an inside job, follows the Louvre robbery. Get the latest details on this shocking security breach.
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
MP Plans Energy Police Stations to Curb Power Theft
Madhya Pradesh announces dedicated energy police stations to tackle power theft and recover Rs 11,000 crore arrears. Minister Tomar reveals massive subsidies and a surplus power state. Read more.
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.
Bank Clerk Held for Rs 30 Lakh Gold Theft in Jamshedpur
A Bank of Baroda clerk in Jamshedpur's Zakirnagar branch was arrested for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs 30 lakh from a customer locker. Police used CCTV footage to crack the case. Read the full details.
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.
Hyderabad Police Recover Rs 31 Lakh Jewellery in Two Thefts
Hyderabad's North Zone police arrested three individuals in separate theft cases, recovering gold and silver ornaments worth approximately Rs 31 lakh. Details on the arrests and modus operandi inside.
Rajasthan Discoms Cut Power Losses: Jaipur 14%, Ajmer 9.19%
Rajasthan's electricity distribution companies significantly reduced AT&C losses in FY25. Jaipur discom cut losses to 14% from 20%. Discover the strategies behind this improvement and the challenges ahead.
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.
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.
Bhopal Police Arrests 3 in Rs 70 Lakh Jewellery Theft
Habibganj police cracked a major theft case, arresting three accused and recovering stolen jewellery and cash worth Rs 70 lakh from a Mumbai-based businessman's Bhopal residence. Read the full investigation details.
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.
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