UP Power Corp Seeks to Charge Consumers for Smart Meters
UPPCL asks regulator to recover smart meter costs from 2026, potentially raising bills 6-7%. This contradicts the minister's assurance of free installation. Read the full details.
UPPCL asks regulator to recover smart meter costs from 2026, potentially raising bills 6-7%. This contradicts the minister's assurance of free installation. Read the full details.
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.
Rajasthan govt allocates Rs 700 crore for digital tools in power sector to cut losses & boost services. Plan includes smart meters, AI analytics & GIS mapping for Viksit Rajasthan 2047 vision. Read more.
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.
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.
As Punjab debates the Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the core question is whether new contracts will safeguard subsidies and rural supply as firmly as they ensure private returns. Read the full analysis.
Ludhiana faces severe disruption as IMD issues a red fog alert. Visibility dropped to just 50 meters, crippling morning transit. Get the full timeline and 5-day weather forecast.
Ludhiana grapples with severe fog as IMD issues red alert. Visibility plummets to 50m, disrupting life. Get the full weather forecast and resident experiences here.
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.
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.
Uttar Pradesh's smart prepaid meter rollout hits a snag as 29.1 lakh consumers owe Rs 904 crore. UPPCL review reveals billing issues and technical glitches. Read the full report.
Farmers in Punjab's Ferozepur and Fazilka districts protest against smart meters and Electricity Bill 2025, fearing privatisation and loss of subsidies. Read the full story.
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.
Tata Power is negotiating to buy stakes from Oman, Kuwait funds & ICICI Ventures in Resurgent Power, aiming for 100% ownership. Deal could solidify its position in India's power sector. Read more.
Union Power Minister RK Singh urges DISCOMs to accelerate smart meter installation for consumer-centric systems. Learn about the ₹3 lakh crore RDSS scheme's goals.
A fire destroyed 12 electrical meters in Nashik hours after residents opposed smart meter installation. Electrical inspector to investigate the cause. Read the latest updates.
Scheduled power outages will impact Whitefield and Soladevanahalli areas of Bengaluru this Saturday and Sunday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
Russia's Rosatom has delivered a fresh batch of nuclear fuel to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, ensuring uninterrupted power generation. Read more about this crucial energy partnership.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces the operational start of the state's largest 660 MW supercritical thermal power unit in Sagardighi from December 10, boosting power for 16.7 lakh families and creating 26,000 jobs. Read more.
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.
Hindustan Power inks a Power Supply Agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, boosting Assam's energy security and supporting industrial growth. Read the full details.
Hindustan Power inks a crucial power supply agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, enhancing Assam's electricity infrastructure and supporting regional growth. Read the full story.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces a symbolic 2-hour rail blockade across 19 Punjab districts on December 5. Protest targets Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, prepaid meters, and sale of public assets. Details inside.
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.
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.
Several key areas in Bengaluru to experience power disruption on Thursday. Wilson Garden, Richmond Circle, Lalbagh Road among affected localities. Plan accordingly.
Power supply suspended in Kalapatti & Keeranatham areas of Coimbatore on Wednesday, November 19 from 9am to 4pm due to monthly maintenance work. Plan ahead!
Cyient and Azimuth AI to supply India's first privately-designed 40nm chip for smart meters starting June 2026. The ₹150 crore investment marks a milestone in semiconductor self-reliance.
Tata Power's Q2FY26 earnings show modest 7% EBITDA growth despite renewable energy surge, as Mundra plant shutdown since July clouds near-term prospects. Stock remains flat.
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.