UP Smart Prepaid Meters Fail: Rs 904 Crore Dues Pile Up
Uttar Pradesh's smart prepaid meter rollout hits a snag as 29.1 lakh consumers owe Rs 904 crore. UPPCL review reveals billing issues and technical glitches. Read the full report.
Uttar Pradesh's smart prepaid meter rollout hits a snag as 29.1 lakh consumers owe Rs 904 crore. UPPCL review reveals billing issues and technical glitches. Read the full report.
Farmers in Punjab's Ferozepur and Fazilka districts protest against smart meters and Electricity Bill 2025, fearing privatisation and loss of subsidies. Read the full story.
Farmers, labourers, and electricity employees announce joint protests against the Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 and privatisation. A major march to Lucknow and Delhi is planned. Read more.
Cab drivers in Bengaluru blocked a key toll plaza protesting new airport pick-up rules requiring a Rs 150 fee. The protest caused major traffic disruptions. Read the full story.
Union Power Minister RK Singh urges DISCOMs to accelerate smart meter installation for consumer-centric systems. Learn about the ₹3 lakh crore RDSS scheme's goals.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual energy strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 and ensuring nationwide smart meter interoperability for efficiency.
A fire destroyed 12 electrical meters in Nashik hours after residents opposed smart meter installation. Electrical inspector to investigate the cause. Read the latest updates.
Massive youth-led protests erupt across Germany against the plan to revive compulsory military service. Students walk out, calling it 'recruitment of death'. Details inside.
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Hundreds of NHM employees staged a massive protest at Ludhiana's Civil Surgeon office, demanding release of their two-month overdue salaries. Read about their demands and the administration's response.
Meta launches its next-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses in India. Explore new styles like Wayfarer, Skyler & seasonal colors. Discover AI-powered features now available.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces a symbolic 2-hour rail blockade across 19 Punjab districts on December 5. Protest targets Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, prepaid meters, and sale of public assets. Details inside.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha calls for a statewide rail roko in Punjab on Dec 5, demanding MSP law and debt waiver. Commuters advised to plan travel accordingly.
Safai karamcharis in Jalandhar staged a protest against the proposed privatisation of sanitation work, fearing job losses. They demand permanent status and oppose contract system.
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.
Discover how smart refrigerators in 2025 are transforming Indian kitchens with Wi-Fi connectivity, app integration, and advanced touchscreens for ultimate food management.
Discover the advanced smart lock features revolutionizing Indian home security. From biometric access to geofencing, learn what makes modern smart locks indispensable.
Massive student protest erupts at VIT Sehore campus as 3,000-4,000 students demonstrate against poor food and water quality. Read the latest updates on the campus unrest.
Meta and Oakley's Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses arrive in India with 3K video, Hindi support, and fitness apps. Pre-orders start November 26, 2024.
Oakley & Meta launch AI smart glasses in India on Dec 1. Features Hindi AI, UPI payments, 8-hour battery. Pre-order now from Rs 41,800!
Bengaluru police arrested 8 Uber drivers during protests over low earnings and differential treatment. Drivers gathered at Uber Partner Seva Kendra demanding fair pay structure.
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Delhi court sends 22 protesters to judicial custody after India Gate air pollution protest turns violent. Police allege chilli powder attacks and pro-Maoist slogans during demonstration.
Delhi police arrest 15 after air pollution protest turns violent at India Gate. Officers injured, Maoist slogans raised during environmental demonstration. Read full details.
Delhi Police used pepper spray and detained protesters at India Gate during an air pollution demonstration. Several cops injured, barricades broken in chaotic scenes.
Connected smart devices and always-on culture in modern Indian homes are quietly inflating electricity bills. Learn how to save money by optimizing automations.
Learn how to build a smart home that stays relevant for years. Avoid device clutter, compatibility issues with flexible platforms like Home Assistant, Zigbee devices, and future-proof planning.
Over 8,000 contractual employees in Assam protest for pending salaries, job regularization, and HR policy. Council warns of intensifying agitation if demands unmet.
Your TV, speakers, and cameras could be secretly collecting your data. Learn the subtle warning signs of spying devices and how to protect your privacy today.
Cyient and Azimuth AI to supply India's first privately-designed 40nm chip for smart meters starting June 2026. The ₹150 crore investment marks a milestone in semiconductor self-reliance.