New Taxes on Sin Goods: Health Cess Bill 2025
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
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Health Security Cess Bill 2025 Introduced in Parliament
Indian government introduces Health Security to National Security Cess Bill, 2025 as money bill in Lok Sabha. President approves legislative move in winter session.
Ahmedabad: Senior Citizen's Wife Attacked Over Meter
A 70-year-old retiree's wife was brutally assaulted with a brick in Ahmedabad's Shahibaug after a confrontation over a damaged electricity meter. The accused neighbour fled the scene. Read the full details.
Punjab Power Engineers Protest on Dec 2 Over Asset Sale
Over 1,000 PSPCL engineers will protest on December 2 against asset sales, political interference, and suspension of officials. Read about their key demands and the reasons behind this unprecedented agitation.
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.
Nationwide Power Sector Protests Against Electricity Bill
Thousands of power employees protest Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 & privatization. Read how this affects tariffs and consumers nationwide. Join the conversation!
ISI Bill 2025 Protests: Why Kolkata Campus is Angry
Students and faculty protest the Indian Statistical Institute Bill 2025, fearing loss of autonomy. Learn about the proposed governance changes and the ongoing demonstrations in Kolkata.
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.
SC Sets 12-Week Deadline for MERC on Power Tariff Review
Supreme Court directs MERC to decide MSEDCL's electricity tariff review petition within 12 weeks after consulting stakeholders. Current tariffs remain until new order.
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.
10 Best Water Heaters for Winter Savings 2024
Discover the top 10 energy-efficient water heaters for Indian winters that cut electricity bills. Compare storage, instant & solar models with buying guide.
Bill Gates 2025 Holiday Book Recommendations
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his annual holiday reading list for 2025 featuring five thought-provoking books spanning fiction, climate change, and human behavior.
Bengaluru Power Cut: Multiple Areas Affected Thursday
Several key areas in Bengaluru to experience power disruption on Thursday. Wilson Garden, Richmond Circle, Lalbagh Road among affected localities. Plan accordingly.
Farmers Mark 5 Years of Delhi Border Struggle
Sanyukt Kisan Morcha commemorates 5th anniversary of historic farm movement, renewing protests for MSP legal guarantee and loan waivers. Join the conversation about farmers' rights.
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.
Assam Bill Exempts Buffalo Fights from Cruelty Laws
Assam government tables amendment bill to exempt traditional buffalo fights from animal cruelty laws during Magh Bihu celebrations. Learn about Moh-Juj cultural significance.
5 Steps to Make Your Fridge Last Longer & Save Money
With rising appliance costs, learn 5 easy habits to extend your refrigerator's lifespan, cut electricity bills, and prevent costly repairs. Start saving today!
ISI Kolkata Protests Draft Bill, Fears Autonomy Loss
Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, claiming it threatens the institute's autonomy and affordable education. A rally is planned for Nov 28.
Canada's New Citizenship Law Benefits Indian Families
Canada's Bill C-3 reforms citizenship-by-descent rules, helping over 115,000 people including thousands of Indian-origin families. Learn how it affects you.
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.
AI and Digital Grids to Manage India's Energy Transition
Nandan Nilekani and IEA's Fatih Birol reveal how digital connectivity and AI can protect electricity grids from renewable energy fluctuations. Learn how India's DPI offers global solutions.
UP Power Tariffs Unchanged for 6th Consecutive Year
UPERC maintains electricity rates for FY 2025-26, reduces green energy charges, and sets aggressive distribution loss targets. Consumers benefit from stable pricing.
No Power Tariff Hike in UP for Sixth Consecutive Year
UPERC keeps electricity rates unchanged, extends green energy options, and mandates DISCOMs to reduce distribution losses to 10.74% by 2030. Read the full details.
No power tariff hike in UP for 6th consecutive year
UPERC freezes electricity rates for all consumers, extends green energy options, and directs DISCOMs to reduce distribution losses to 10.74% by FY30. Regulatory surplus of ₹18,592 crore makes tariff hike unnecessary.
10 Bills for Parliament Winter Session 2025
Indian government lists 10 crucial bills for Winter Session including Atomic Energy Bill 2025 and Higher Education Commission Bill. Key reforms in nuclear sector, education, and economy await parliamentary approval.
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.
Illegal power link causes water crisis in Mohali
Hundreds face severe water shortage in Greater Mohali's New Sunny Enclave after PSPCL cuts supply over illegal tubewell connection. Residents struggle for basic needs as tanker prices surge.
Smart devices driving up electricity costs in Indian homes
Connected smart devices and always-on culture in modern Indian homes are quietly inflating electricity bills. Learn how to save money by optimizing automations.
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