Mercedes-Benz India CEO Seeks Lower Import Duty on Luxury Cars
Mercedes-Benz India CEO Santosh Iyer calls for rationalising customs duty on imported luxury cars to boost market growth and align with global standards.
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India's Power Sector: ₹40 Lakh Crore Investment Potential
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar reveals India's power sector holds over ₹40 lakh crore investment potential, with details on generation, transmission, and energy storage opportunities ahead of Bharat Electricity Summit 2026.
Engineers Oppose Electricity Bill 2025, Call It Privatization Move
The All India Power Engineers Federation demands withdrawal of the Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, warning it threatens consumers, states, and public power utilities through privatization.
CITI Seeks Permanent Removal of 11% Cotton Import Duty
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry urges the government to permanently scrap the 11% cotton import duty, warning it hurts competitiveness amid supply shortages.
JBVNL Detects 23,494 Power Theft Cases in FY 2025-26
Jharkhand's power utility JBVNL registered 23,494 electricity theft cases from April-Dec 2025, recovering ₹2672 lakh. Major raids continue statewide. Report thefts confidentially.
Teachers demand rest day after gruelling election duty
Maharashtra teachers and school staff deployed on election duty work 30-35 hours straight, demanding a sanctioned paid rest day. The association cites exhaustion and late-night travel as major concerns.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer faces poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, scheduled for chemotherapy on Jan 15, is forced into election duty. Despite appeals, her name remains on the list, risking FIR and job loss. Read her ordeal.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer assigned poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, a cancer patient, is forced into election duty on her chemotherapy date despite appeals. Over 500 officials face notices for skipping training. Read about this bureaucratic insensitivity.
Teachers on poll duty demand paid rest day in Mumbai
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
Customs Duty Amnesty Scheme Eyed for 2026-27 Budget
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
ASI Dies of Heart Attack on Duty in West Champaran
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
Jharkhand HC voids 2021 electricity duty, orders refunds
Jharkhand High Court quashes the 2021 Electricity Duty Amendment Act, calling it ultra vires. The ruling mandates refunds for industrial consumers charged excess duty. Read the full legal analysis.
Himachal Power Policy Flip May Raise Electricity Bills
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.
Ex-Minister Petitions HERC Against Discoms' Tariff Proposals
Former Haryana power minister Prof Sampat Singh files petition against UHBVN & DHBVN's tariff plans, alleging non-compliance and lack of consumer consultation. Hearing set for Jan 8, 2026.
SC: No Customs Duty on SEZ Electricity, Adani Power Wins Major Case
Supreme Court rules in favour of Adani Power, says government cannot tax SEZ electricity as 'foreign import'. Full refund of duties ordered. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka Expands Stamp Duty Relief on Gift Deeds
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
Steel Prices Jump After New Import Duty, Construction Hit
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
Record 93% Delhi Homes Get Power Subsidy in Dec 2025
Over 93% of Delhi households received electricity subsidy benefits in December 2025, the highest ever. Nearly 80% of consumers benefited annually as the scheme's cost nears Rs 4,000 crore. Explore the data trends and seasonal impacts.
Sambhal Crackdown: Illegal Power Station Supplying 60 Houses
UP administration busts an illegal mini power station in Sambhal's SP stronghold, detecting theft at over 500 premises. The drive aims to curb massive revenue losses from electricity theft.
MSEDCL's New IT System Aims for Faster Electricity Connections
MSEDCL introduces online reforms to meet MERC deadlines for new electricity connections: 3 days in metros, 7 in urban, 15 in rural areas. Apply online now for a streamlined process.
UP's Sambhal drives against electricity theft, recovers Rs 2.5 crore
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.
Haryana Power Tariff Public Hearings Set for Jan 7 & 8
Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) will conduct public hearings on Jan 7 & 8 for FY 2026-27 power tariffs. Consumers can submit objections till Jan 4. Read key details.
CESC pushes technical management to cut energy leakage, boost revenue
CESC MD KM Munigopal Raju stresses technical management to reduce energy leakage & power disruptions. A case study shows leakage cut from 43% to 12%, boosting revenue. #PowerDistribution #EnergyEfficiency
Smart Prepaid Electricity Meters Get 50% Cheaper in Uttar Pradesh
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.
No General Power Tariff Hike in J&K for 2025-26
J&K's Power Department clarifies there will be no general electricity tariff increase for consumers in 2025-26. Omar Abdullah shares official communication, addressing public concerns.
Jaipur Discom Replaces 2.78 Lakh Defective Meters
Jaipur discom's massive meter replacement drive slashes revenue loss from Rs 9.41 crore to Rs 16 lakh. The move aims to end average billing disputes and improve operational efficiency. Read more.
Khandait Reappointed Nagpur Electricity Lokpal for Vidarbha
Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission reappoints Bhalchandra Khandait as Nagpur Electricity Lokpal. The veteran with 35 years' experience will address consumer grievances in Vidarbha and Marathwada. Read more.
Goa to Penalise Power Consumers for Exceeding Sanctioned Load
Goa's electricity department will penalise domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and how to regularise your load to avoid fines.
Cigarettes, Tobacco Costlier from Feb 1 After Excise Duty Hike
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
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