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.
Chandigarh's Chief Secretary directs officials to remove hurdles for PM Surya Ghar Yojana after poor public response. Only 900 enrolments recorded so far. Read more.
Punjab's AAP government stalls plan to add sugar, tea leaves & mustard oil to Atta-Dal scheme from 2026 due to financial burden. Details on the Rs 1000 crore hurdle inside.
Greek farmers escalate protests, blocking key border crossings over delayed EU subsidy payments linked to a major corruption scandal. Read about the crisis and government response.
A key stakeholders' meeting for PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana was held in Chandigarh. Officials highlighted 148 beneficiaries with zero bills, while RWAs raised critical issues like CHB roof rights. Learn about the scheme's simplified process.
Indian government seeks Parliament nod for net extra spending of ₹41,455 crore for fertiliser, fuel subsidies. Fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP remains intact. Read full details.
East Singhbhum launches PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, pitting 10 villages in a 6-month race to become a Model Solar Village and win Rs 1 crore. Learn about the scheme's goals and timeline.
IIT Delhi develops AI-powered energy management that automatically adjusts appliances using weather, occupancy data & real-time pricing. Save money while supporting India's green grid.
KVK Dalipnagar educates 70+ farmers in Amauli Thakurain on converting crop residue into soil nutrients. Learn how to access 80% subsidy on agricultural machinery for sustainable farming.
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.
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'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.
Thousands of power employees protest Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 & privatization. Read how this affects tariffs and consumers nationwide. Join the conversation!
A woman from Karnataka's Bantwal lost Rs 70 lakh after fraudsters promised subsidy for jasmine cultivation. Police investigation underway. Learn how to avoid such scams.
Powercom employees in Patiala joined nationwide strikes against electricity bill amendments and privatization. Learn how this affects consumers and the power sector.
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.
Supreme Court directs MERC to decide MSEDCL's electricity tariff review petition within 12 weeks after consulting stakeholders. Current tariffs remain until new order.
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.
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!
Himachal Pradesh Cabinet approves 1,000 Rogi Mitras for healthcare, 40% EV conversion subsidies, enhanced disaster compensation, and 805 principal promotions. Major boost to state welfare initiatives.
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.
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.