Central Electricity Authority seeks stakeholder suggestions to bridge the mismatch between power sector research needs and academic efforts. Inputs will shape the National Electricity Plan for 2027-28 to 2036-37. Read more.
From solar to nuclear and coal, energy stocks soared in 2025 on AI-driven power scarcity. But analysts warn the 'everyone wins' trade may not last as focus shifts to execution. Key details inside.
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.
Engineers protest as Punjab govt amends rules, allowing IAS officers as power utility CMDs without stakeholder consultation. A timeline of the dilution of norms.
UPPCL requests Rs 3,744.45 crore in UP's supplementary budget to cover losses under the RDSS scheme, despite recent praise for debt reduction. Details inside.
Jamia Millia Islamia researchers contribute to a major international study on social connection and health, published in Nature. Discover the key findings and India's role.
Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission partners with Biotech Consortium India Limited to accelerate innovation, tech transfer, and translational cancer research. Experts highlight need for better clinical outreach.
Uttar Pradesh slashes power sector debt by 25% while India's overall liabilities surge 40%. Discover how UP's fiscal discipline defies the national trend of rising discom debt.
Uttar Pradesh slashes its power sector debt by nearly 25% over five years, standing out as other major states see sharp increases. Discover how UP achieved this financial turnaround.
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.
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
Hundreds of scientists at a Visakhapatnam conference commit to developing alternatives to lab animals while acknowledging their crucial role in biomedical research. Read about the key pledges and expert insights.
India produces only 10,000 science PhDs yearly, lagging far behind the US and China in research output. Experts warn this gap threatens the vision of a $3 trillion knowledge-based economy. Read more.
Bihar govt launches ONOS scheme to provide free access to 30,000+ global research journals, aiming to bridge the urban-rural digital divide and boost state's research profile. Read more.
Celebrating 100 years, the Central Coffee Research Institute in Balehonnuru has released 13 high-yield arabica selections & robusta hybrids, revolutionizing India's coffee cultivation through systematic breeding. Discover the legacy.
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.
Union government acknowledges global gender bias in medical research, citing differences in disease manifestation for women. Details Rs 400+ crore funding push via ICMR & DBT for women's health and research.
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.
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre plans a strategic new R&D campus on 3000 acres in Anakapalli. The project, crucial for energy and national security, gets in-principle forest land approval. 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.
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.
Bajaj Broking Research recommends Max Healthcare and Tata Power for December 5, 2025. Get analysis on Nifty, Bank Nifty targets, and key market triggers.
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.
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.