Punjab Powercom Land Sale Protest in Amritsar
A Joint Action Committee protests Punjab govt's asset monetisation plan for Powercom land. They demand halting sales, using land for substations, and setting up new Ropar thermal units. Read more.
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Kolkata's New Year Air Quality Plummets to 'Very Poor' Levels
Kolkata's air quality plunged to 'very poor' levels on New Year's Day due to firecrackers and winter inversion. Experts warn of severe health risks and slow recovery. Read more.
BHEL Trichy bags highest-ever coal power project orders
BHEL's Trichy complex achieves a milestone with its highest-ever order book for conventional thermal power projects. Executive Director S Prabhakar outlines a strategy focused on timely delivery and innovation to maintain market dominance. Read more.
Winds Improve Air Quality in Patna, Lucknow, Varanasi
Strong westerly winds brought a sharp improvement in air quality across Bihar and UP cities on Monday. Patna's AQI hit a 'satisfactory' 88. Experts warn the relief may be temporary.
Kolkata Air Quality Turns Poor with Temperature Drop
Kolkata's air quality deteriorated to 'poor' levels on Sunday as temperatures dipped. Four monitoring stations recorded unhealthy AQI, with dust from roads and construction blamed. Experts warn winter inversion is now active.
Govt to Set Up Coal Exchanges for Competitive Market
India plans coal exchanges to trade surplus fuel as production nears 1.5B tonnes by 2030. Coal Controller Organisation to regulate new market. Read details.
Punjab Power Utilities Staff to Protest 'Anti-Sector' Policies
A joint committee of Punjab's power sector staff announces statewide protests against land sale plans, project delays, and the Electricity Amendment Bill 2025. Read details of the agitation schedule.
6 Power Plants Face Rs 61.8 Crore Fine for Ignoring Biomass Rules
CAQM imposes Rs 61.8 crore environmental compensation on six thermal power plants near Delhi for failing to meet mandatory biomass co-firing targets aimed at curbing stubble burning pollution. Read the full details.
6 Power Plants Fined Rs 61.85 Cr for Ignoring Biomass Rules
CAQM issues show-cause notices to six thermal plants near Delhi for failing to co-fire biomass, proposing a hefty Rs 61.85 crore fine. Read the full story on the air pollution crackdown.
Uttar Pradesh gripped by 'cold day' and dense fog, IMD predicts relief
Dense fog and 'cold day' conditions persist across Uttar Pradesh, disrupting life. IMD forecasts a slight temperature rise in 24 hours due to an approaching Western Disturbance. Read for details and safety tips.
Punjab Cabinet Okays Bathinda Thermal Plant Land Redistribution
Punjab Cabinet greenlights redistribution of 253 acres from Bathinda thermal plant for housing, transport & energy projects. Decision taken despite protests from power engineers.
Ara-Sasaram Rail Doubling Enters Active Execution Phase
The Rs 700-crore Ara-Sasaram rail line doubling project is now in active execution, with survey and land acquisition intensified. Completion is targeted within three years to ease congestion and boost regional growth in Bihar.
JSW Energy Buys GE's Durgapur Thermal Boiler Facility
JSW Energy acquires GE's supercritical boiler plant in Durgapur, plans to ramp up employment and invest Rs 40,000 crore in power projects. Read the full strategic move details.
Fire at NTPC's Aurangabad Plant, Cooling Tower Damaged
A significant fire erupted at NTPC's Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project in Aurangabad during maintenance. No injuries reported, but damage could run into crores. Read the full report.
Delhi Air Pollution: Calls for Urgent Action Intensify
Resident groups and political parties demand urgent steps to curb Delhi's toxic air, including shutting waste-to-energy plants and stricter GRAP enforcement. Read more.
Essential Safety Guide for Wall-Mounted Panel Heaters
Choosing a wall-mounted panel heater? Don't compromise on safety. Learn about critical features like thermal cut-off, child locks, and electrical safeguards for worry-free winter warmth in your home.
Tata Power Aims for Full Ownership of Resurgent Power
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.
Punjab Power Engineers Intensify Agitation Over Key Demands
Engineers at Punjab's power utilities escalate protests, switching off official mobiles and adopting work-to-rule. Demands include halting property sales and reinstating suspended officials. Read more.
SatLeo's Thermal Mapping to Offer Cooler Routes for Workers
Ahmedabad's SatLeo Labs uses satellite thermal data to map urban heat, aiding city planning and worker safety. Pilot in Tumakuru shows promise for emissions tracking and heat management.
UPSC GS 1 Practice: Urban Air Quality & Forest Carbon Sinks
Ace your UPSC Mains 2026 prep with this week's GS Paper 1 practice. Analyze factors worsening North India's air pollution and why Africa's tropical forests now emit more carbon than they absorb.
Kolkata Air Quality Dips to 'Very Poor' Amid Temperature Drop
Kolkata's air quality deteriorated sharply, with AQI hitting 329. Experts warn of winter inversion trapping pollutants. Health advisory issued for vulnerable groups.
Sagardighi 660 MW Supercritical Plant to Start Dec 10
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.
Hyderabad's Bachupally gasps under chemical fumes in winter
Residents of Bachupally, Hyderabad, report intensified chemical air pollution causing health crises. With 5000 exposed, locals demand action from pollution board. Read more.
BRS MLA Harish Rao slams Telangana's costly thermal power plan
BRS MLA Harish Rao accuses Telangana Congress govt of burdening public with ₹82,000 crore extra power costs by rejecting cheaper NTPC supply. Details on the thermal plant controversy inside.
Mumbai Air Quality Improves to 105 AQI
Mumbai's air quality shows steady improvement with AQI dropping to 105. Discover which areas recorded the best and worst air quality readings and the reasons behind pollution patterns.
Shopping receipts harm reproductive health: Study
New research reveals BPS chemical in thermal receipts can disrupt hormones, lower sperm count. Retail workers at highest risk. Learn how to protect yourself.
Nagpur Police Uses Drones for Election Surveillance
Nagpur Rural Police launches 24/7 drone surveillance with thermal imaging for municipal elections. 21 goons' bonds cancelled, ₹5.40 lakh recovered. Read how technology ensures fair voting.
BRS Exposes ₹50,000 Cr Power Scam in Telangana
Senior BRS leader Harish Rao accuses Congress government of massive power sector scam involving inflated costs for new thermal plants. Get the full investigation details.
Fridge Making Popping Noises? Here's Why
Is your refrigerator making loud pops and clicks at night? Discover the normal thermal expansion reasons and learn which sounds indicate a real problem that needs a technician.
16 Delhi-area power plants run without SO₂ controls
As Delhi's air quality worsens, 16 thermal power units within 300km operate without pollution controls, emitting dangerous SO₂ emissions that contribute significantly to PM2.5 formation and health risks.
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