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.
Nepal circulates new 100 rupee note showing Indian territories, sparking diplomatic tension. Former minister urges dialogue to maintain India-Nepal relations amid geopolitical concerns.
India plans to amend its Arbitration Act to include emergency arbitration and digital proceedings, aiming for faster commercial dispute resolution and to become a global arbitration hub.
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.
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.
Powercom employees in Patiala joined nationwide strikes against electricity bill amendments and privatization. Learn how this affects consumers and the power sector.
Nepal's central bank releases new Rs 100 currency notes featuring a map that includes Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura, regions India asserts are its own. Explore the details and implications.
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.
Nepal releases new ₹100 currency featuring a map of disputed territories with India. India rejects the move as a unilateral act. Read the full story on the escalating diplomatic tension.
Supreme Court directs MERC to decide MSEDCL's electricity tariff review petition within 12 weeks after consulting stakeholders. Current tariffs remain until new order.
Nepal's central bank unveils redesigned Rs 100 notes featuring disputed Kalapani regions, reigniting border tensions with India. Learn about the diplomatic implications.
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.
Discover the top 10 energy-efficient water heaters for Indian winters that cut electricity bills. Compare storage, instant & solar models with buying guide.
Several key areas in Bengaluru to experience power disruption on Thursday. Wilson Garden, Richmond Circle, Lalbagh Road among affected localities. Plan accordingly.
India and Japan are building the $3 billion Thirty Meter Telescope to search for alien life and study black holes. Discover how this mega-project will revolutionize astronomy!
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.
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.
With rising appliance costs, learn 5 easy habits to extend your refrigerator's lifespan, cut electricity bills, and prevent costly repairs. Start saving today!
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.
An Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh faced 18-hour detention at Shanghai Airport after Chinese officials rejected her passport, claiming Arunachal as Chinese territory. Read her harrowing ordeal.
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.
UPERC maintains electricity rates for FY 2025-26, reduces green energy charges, and sets aggressive distribution loss targets. Consumers benefit from stable pricing.
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.
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.
Jammu & Kashmir faces proposed 20% power tariff hike as LOP Sharma criticizes administration. Opposition demands relief for consumers amid economic challenges.
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.
Connected smart devices and always-on culture in modern Indian homes are quietly inflating electricity bills. Learn how to save money by optimizing automations.
New research reveals heatwave action plans must incorporate electricity demand management alongside health responses. Learn how India can build climate-resilient infrastructure.
The EU has proposed a multi-billion electricity bill for the UK in post-Brexit talks, raising concerns over UK's high energy prices and power security. Read the full report.
Massive fire at Bokaro's City Centre Market destroys 8 shops, causing Rs 26 lakh loss. Investigation reveals illegal electricity hooking as cause. Learn about the growing power theft menace in BSL areas.