Dense fog and cold snap cause repeated power failures in Jaipur's rural areas like Goner and Boorthal. Untrimmed tree branches on lines lead to nightly outages, disrupting lives and small businesses. Read more.
Byatarayanapura police arrested Venkatesh for siphoning diesel from parked lorries. He stored fuel in plastic containers and sold it cheaply. Read the full story.
Power supply will be suspended in parts of Valasaravakkam and Porur in Chennai from 9 am to 2 pm on Friday. Check the full list of affected areas here.
Supreme Power Equipment Limited secures a major ₹25.7 crore order for 33/11 KV power transformers from Assam Power Distribution Co. Ltd. (APDCL), boosting India's power infrastructure.
Madhya Pradesh discoms seek a steep tariff hike, projecting a Rs 6,044 crore deficit, despite a 25 paise/unit saving from coal cess removal. Experts say the benefit isn't passed to consumers.
Hoshiarpur police arrest a man for stealing steel rods from a construction site. Stolen property recovered. Details on the police operation inside.
A trusted domestic help and her husband stole valuables worth ₹1.37 crore from a Bengaluru businessman's house during New Year. Police have recovered all stolen items and arrested the couple.
Noida Police crack down on a major organised theft gang, recovering 821 stolen mobile phones worth ₹6-8 crore. Six arrested, two juveniles apprehended in a significant breakthrough.
Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board employees warn a new policy reversal could increase power costs for consumers. Learn about the protest and its potential impact.
An 83-year-old Kolkata woman undertook a 50km solo journey to confront her maid of 20 years over a Rs 3.5 lakh theft. Read the full story of her quest for a confession and the police investigation that followed.
The Central Bihar Chamber of Commerce reports frequent power cuts in Gaya, especially in Manpur, harming power loom operations. They demand reliable supply as SBPDCL focuses on dues recovery.
Uttar Pradesh's energy security push fuels economic growth. Installed capacity & household electrification soar, supporting industry & development. Explore the data.
Sambhal authorities uncover massive power theft racket in raids, detecting illegal usage at mosque, e-rickshaw station & 50 houses. Drive saves Rs 150 crore. Read details.
Thieves with technical know-how steal high-capacity underground copper cables from BSNL in Chandigarh's Sector 34, causing major loss. Police probe underway. Read details.
Sambhal administration's anti-power theft drive uncovers 45,000 cases, imposes Rs 2.5 crore penalty. Watch the video of the crackdown in Rai Satti area.
Residents of Noida's Sector 105 endure 1-2 hour daily power cuts. RWA blames old infrastructure and unpruned trees. Officials promise investigation. Read more.
Jefferies predicts a recovery in India's power demand growth to 6.5% by FY26, driving upside for power sector stocks like NTPC and Power Grid. Read the full analysis.
India's electricity demand surged nearly 7% in December 2024, reaching a peak of 139,000 MW, driven by heating needs during a severe cold wave. Explore the data and grid implications.
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.
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.
Bhopal police arrest one in a meticulously planned theft at an advocate's home in Suraj Nagar. Cash & valuables worth lakhs stolen after dogs were fed sedated meat. Details inside.
A gang, including a 12-year-old boy, executed a coordinated theft at Shri Laxmi Jewellers in Ahmedabad, stealing gold earrings worth over Rs 3.13 lakh. Police are investigating.
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 jewellery workshop employee in Rajkot's Sonibazar allegedly stole 320g of 22-carat gold ornaments. The accused, Ajay Malik, is absconding. Police investigation is underway.
In a dramatic police operation, an accused in the Rs 1.08 crore Thawe Bhawani Temple theft was injured. The stolen crown was recovered. Read the full story of the digital heist.
Karnataka police arrest three women for allegedly stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and investigation inside.
Karnataka police arrest three women for stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and arrests inside.
Himachal Pradesh faces a precarious 2025, grappling with natural calamities, a rushed rebuilding mission, and a staggering debt burden. Explore the state's fight for recovery and stability.