Six unidentified men looted an HDFC Bank ATM in Jajpur, Odisha, on New Year's night. Despite initial failure, they dismantled the machine and escaped with cash. Police have formed two teams to investigate.
A manager and salesman found dead in Agra after inhaling toxic fumes from a generator during a power cut. Police suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. Read the full report.
Uttar Pradesh cuts smart prepaid electricity meter prices by half, making them more affordable for consumers. This move aims to enhance transparency and reduce billing disputes. Read more about this major policy shift.
UP power employees mark 400th day of agitation against privatisation with 'Protest Day' in Varanasi. They demand cancellation of privatisation processes as assured by the minister.
Villagers in Jajpur, Odisha, face nightly power cuts for over a month as authorities disconnect supply to protect a herd of elephants. Residents struggle with cold, water shortage, and business losses. Read more.
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India's electricity demand rose 7% to 138.39 billion units in December 2024, signaling strong economic activity. Read the full analysis of power sector trends.
Andhra's Energy Minister clarifies the 15-minute power outage at Kanaka Durga Temple was due to official coordination failure, not technical issues. A review meeting is scheduled for Jan 6-7.
Scheduled maintenance by KPTCL will cause power outages in West and North Bengaluru areas on Monday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
Residents of Kansal and Nayagaon face up to 8 hours of daily power cuts. PSPCL helplines go unanswered, disrupting lives of students, elderly, and businesses. Details inside.
A power cut at Vijayawada's Kanakadurga temple due to a billing disagreement disrupted services. The dispute involves a solar power agreement. Read the full story.
Former BJP MLA and noted women's leader Sanchita Mohanty passed away at 67. A champion for women, Dalits, and farmers, she served Korei from 2004-2009. Read more.
KPTCL announces a 7-hour scheduled power outage in Dharwad on December 29 & 30 for quarterly maintenance. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.
Tamil Nadu achieves a historic milestone with 50.8Mu solar energy absorbed into the grid and a peak generation of 7,276MW. Discover how dry weather is powering the state's green energy surge.
Residents of Disha Loharuka Solaris in Bengaluru faced a day-long electricity cut as Bescom disconnected supply over unpaid dues of Rs 2 lakh linked to 30 vacant flats. Read about the residents' ordeal and the builder's alleged disappearance.
In a dramatic protest against frequent power cuts, Congress MLA from Haridwar, Virendra Singh, disconnected electricity to officials' residences. The MLA demanded accountability for the public's suffering. Watch the video.
While India's power transmission sector rides a wave of strong demand and government investment, four key stocks have fallen sharply from peaks. Discover the details and future outlook.
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.
Frustrated by 3-hour morning power cuts, Congress MLA Virendra Jati disconnected supply at electricity officials' residences in Roorkee. Read about the dramatic protest and the FIR filed.
A man and his two sons in Odisha's Jajpur district arrested for allegedly murdering his 75-year-old mother in a staged accident over a property dispute. Police reveal chilling details.
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.
A massive power outage by PG&E left 130,000 customers without electricity in San Francisco. Get the latest details on the cause and restoration efforts.
Forest officials in Jajpur's Nagada forest arrested four tribal men for killing four rhesus macaque monkeys. Hides, meat, and weapons were seized. Read the full story.
Jajpur police raided a rented house, arresting two for alleged human trafficking and rescuing four women. The accused have been remanded to judicial custody. Read the full details.
Police in Jajpur district arrested a 64-year-old man for allegedly molesting an 11-year-old girl at his cycle shop. The accused has been booked under the BNS and POCSO Act. Read for details.
SSC announces CGL Tier 1 2025 results and category-wise cut-off marks. Over 1.3 lakh candidates shortlisted. Check steps to download your scorecard now!
Power cuts disrupting your life? Under India's Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, you can claim compensation from your DISCOM. Learn how to file a complaint and get financial relief for unscheduled outages.
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.
Residents of Jajpur villages block Tamaka-Mangalpur road for 3 hours, demanding action after 18 diarrhoea deaths. Officials sealed polluted tube wells, sparking protests. Read more.