Pakistan International Airlines' privatisation hits a major roadblock as the only remaining bidder withdraws. The airline's financial crisis and future are now in question. Read the full analysis.
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.
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
A major political dispute erupts in Andhra Pradesh as YSRCP alleges privatisation of 10 medical colleges, while TDP defends the PPP model. Get the full details on the controversy.
Adani Group, India's 5th largest conglomerate, will bid for nearly a dozen privatised airports as part of a massive Rs 1 lakh crore investment in aviation infrastructure over five years. Read more.
A political slugfest erupts in Andhra Pradesh over the TDP government's plan to build medical colleges via PPP. Opposition YSRCP cries privatisation. Get the full story.
Adani Group announces a massive ₹1 lakh crore investment in its airports business, betting on India's 15-16% annual aviation growth. Navi Mumbai airport starts Dec 25.
Adani Group announces a massive Rs 1 lakh crore investment in airport infrastructure, with Navi Mumbai airport set to boost its portfolio. Read about its aggressive plans for future privatisation bids.
Adani Group announces a massive Rs 1 lakh crore investment in its airports business over five years, eyeing 15-16% annual growth. Navi Mumbai Airport starts Dec 25.
YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy submits 1 crore signatures to AP Governor, warns of arrests for private firms if party returns to power, calls privatisation a Rs 120 crore scam.
Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy submits one crore signatures to Governor, opposing privatisation of medical colleges. He warns of healthcare exploitation and vows legal action.
Telangana govt creates a third power distribution company, transferring 29 lakh connections and ₹36,000 crore in assets to stabilize finances and ensure free power for agriculture.
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.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 while pushing for interoperable smart meters to enhance grid efficiency and consumer choice.
Andhra Pradesh's YS Jagan Mohan Reddy will submit one crore signatures opposing the privatisation of new government medical colleges to the Governor, alleging the NDA is weakening public health.
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.
Uttar Pradesh's power sector shows strong recovery as technical losses fall. Minister Shripad Naik details Rs 40,739 crore RDSS scheme impact. Consumer group calls privatisation 'unconstitutional'. Read more.
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.
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.
Pakistan initiates bidding to privatise loss-making Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), a key step under its $7 billion IMF programme. Read the full details and implications.
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.
Contractual employees of PRTC, Punbus, and roadways have struck work 15 times this year, causing massive revenue losses and disrupting bus services across Punjab. The core issue is the opposition to the kilometre scheme, seen as privatisation.
Power engineers in Punjab held a state-level protest in Patiala, demanding CM Bhagwant Mann end political interference and halt asset sales to protect the state's electricity stability.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu unveils a massive clean-energy plan: 1000 EV buses, 5000 charging stations, solar rooftops, and more to cut losses and empower consumers. Read the full strategy.
Safai karamcharis in Jalandhar staged a protest against the proposed privatisation of sanitation work, fearing job losses. They demand permanent status and oppose contract system.