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Bengal approves JSW Energy's 1600 MW power plant phase 2
West Bengal govt approves second phase of JSW Energy's 1600 MW Salboni plant under PPP. Total investment in state's power sector to reach Rs 40,000 crore. Read more.
CEA Acts to Align Power Research with Industry Needs
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.
CESC Raids: 31 Illegal Power Cases, Rs 2.2L Fines
In a major drive against electricity theft, CESC vigilance squads registered 31 cases and imposed fines totalling Rs 2.2 lakh in Mysuru and nearby districts. Read the full details of the operation.
CESC files 31 cases, fines ₹2.17L for illegal power connections
CESC's vigilance teams raided five districts in Karnataka, filing 31 cases and imposing fines of ₹2.17 lakh for illegal electricity connections. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Karnataka HC Backs State's Grid Supply Order for Generators
Karnataka High Court reinstates state's order requiring embedded generators to supply power to the grid at Rs 4.86/unit. The ruling clarifies state jurisdiction over cogeneration plants. Read the full details.
Major electricity theft network busted in Jaisalmer border area
A massive electricity theft racket using 5 km of illegal lines & 95 official poles was busted in Jaisalmer's Ghotaru. The nexus, with suspected insider help, powered illegal cultivation on govt land, causing lakhs in monthly losses. Read the shocking deta
Kerala govt nets off Rs 1,188 crore in power bill dues
Kerala government settles electricity bill arrears of departments & KWA by netting off Rs 1,188.52 crore from KSEB's duty. Move follows court stay on duty remittance. Details inside.
Power Minister: Electricity Bill won't raise tariffs, subsidies safe
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
India Drives Global Oil Demand in 2025, Peak Delayed to 2030s
2025 saw a major shift as oil demand surged, defying peak predictions. India emerged as the top growth engine, reshaping global energy dynamics. Read the full analysis.
Smart Meter Price War Erupts in UP Regulatory Meeting
A major dispute over smart prepaid meter pricing unfolded at a UPERC meeting. Power utilities demand up to Rs 13,000, while consumer advocates cite prices as low as Rs 2,500. Key details inside.
Punjab Farmers Protest Electricity Bill, Prepaid Meters
Farmers in Punjab, led by Kisan Mazdur Morcha, staged massive protests against the Electricity Amendment Bill and forced prepaid meter installation. Leaders demand state govt resolution and action on pollution laws. Read more.
Silchar Students Push for Flyover with Signature Campaign
Students in Silchar launch a massive signature campaign demanding a flyover. They aim to collect 6000 signatures to submit to the CM's office, citing critical infrastructure needs.
Goa NGO Fights Mandatory External Meter Move
Citizens for Democracy Goa petitions against mandatory external electricity meter relocation, citing privacy risks from smart meters and high costs for consumers. Read their demands.
ICICI Bank Receives Rs 238 Crore GST Demand Notice
ICICI Bank faces a GST demand of Rs 238 crore from tax authorities for FY 2018-19. The bank plans to appeal the order. Get the full details here.
Power Cut Compensation: Your Rights Under Electricity Rules 2020
Power cuts disrupting your life? Under India's Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, you can claim compensation from your DISCOM. Learn how to file a complaint and get financial relief for unscheduled outages.
Delhi HC: Electricity a Fundamental Right, Landlord Dispute No Ground
Delhi High Court declares electricity a fundamental right under Article 21. Justice Mini Pushkarna rules power cannot be denied due to pending tenant-landlord disputes. Read the landmark judgment details.
Nationwide Protests Planned Against Electricity Privatisation
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.
UP Ends Estimate System for Electricity Connections
UPERC proposes a lumpsum fee for new electricity connections, ending corruption-prone estimates. Final approval expected Dec 18. Get details on new transparent charges.
Festive Demand & GST Rationalisation Lift Retail Credit: Report
Retail credit in India surged in Q3 FY25, driven by festive spending and optimism around GST rationalisation. Discover the key growth sectors and economic outlook.
Discom Bailouts Fail: Competition Key to Power Sector Fix
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.
Special Train for Delhi from Ahmedabad After Indigo Cancellations
Western Railway launches special train service between Sabarmati and Delhi to help passengers affected by Indigo flight cancellations. Bookings open Dec 6. Details inside.
Noida Power Demand Rises 120 MW Yearly, Driven by New Homes
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.
Power Use Falls Slightly in November Amid Milder Weather
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
IIT Delhi AI Smart Home Saves Energy & Costs
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.
Maharashtra Power Crisis: Rs 2,968 Crore Bills Default
Maharashtra's power distributor MSEDCL faces financial crisis as 34% consumers default on electricity bills totaling Rs 2,968 crore. Learn about the recovery drive.
Jharkhand Electricity Theft: 8,651 FIRs Filed
JBVNL cracks down on electricity theft with 8,651 FIRs from Aug-Oct 2025. Over ₹14 crore assessed, ₹8.47 crore recovered. Report theft anonymously via WhatsApp.
Power Employees Protest Electricity Amendment Bill Nationwide
Powercom employees in Patiala joined nationwide strikes against electricity bill amendments and privatization. Learn how this affects consumers and the power sector.
Bihar's Kaimur Hills: No Power Despite Govt Schemes
Despite NDA's 125 free electricity units, 70,000 tribal residents in Bihar's Kaimur hills live without power. Failed solar projects & non-functional toilets expose implementation gaps. Read more.
Punjab protests power bill: privatization fears, tariff hikes
Massive protests erupt in Punjab against Centre's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025. Power employees and farmers fear privatization, cherry-picking of consumers, and erosion of subsidies. Key concerns explained.
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