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.
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.
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.
Congress MLC Satej Patil accuses Maharashtra govt of failing Kolhapur despite 3-year administrator rule. Announces 15-day public agenda drive for civic polls, opposes power tariff hike.
Haryana DGP Ajay Singhal, a day after taking charge, held a 3-hour review with 700+ officers. He stressed women's safety, zero tolerance for corruption, and district-specific action plans within two days.
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.
ITC shares tumble over 13% as a steep hike in cigarette taxes threatens volumes and profits. Analysts slash earnings forecasts and downgrade the stock. Read more.
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
Cigarette prices in India are expected to surge by up to 20% from February 1, 2025, following a significant increase in the National Calamity Contingent Duty. This move will impact major tobacco companies and consumers nationwide.
The Haryana government has transferred 8 senior police officers, including 2 IPS and 6 HPS cadre officials. Get the full list of new appointments and postings here.
Haryana appoints Shatrujeet Singh Kapur as new DGP. The focus now shifts to the appointment of the next Chief Secretary, with senior IAS officers in contention. Key bureaucratic reshuffle underway.
Former CM Bhupinder Hooda accuses Haryana govt of failing local youth, with outsiders filling 75% of state jobs. He demands immediate action and promises change if Congress wins.
Nursing students in Haryana's Jind have resumed their dharna, breaking a temporary truce. Their demands for hostel facilities and stipend hikes remain unaddressed. Read the full story.
Madhya Pradesh's 'free' smart meters have Rs 513 crore built into power bills. A 10.19% tariff hike is sought, potentially adding Rs 300 to monthly bills. Read the full analysis.
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.
Haryana DG Prisons issues stern warning to criminals, stating they face either a police bullet or imprisonment. The hardline stance follows recent violent incidents in the state.
Haryana launches a unique 12-digit ID for farmers to ensure direct benefit transfer, prevent fraud, and integrate agricultural schemes. Learn how this initiative will transform subsidy delivery.
Even with potential halving of AGR dues, Vodafone Idea faces a ₹2 trillion debt mountain. Experts say survival hinges on massive tariff hikes and fresh equity. Read the full analysis.
Apple's iPhone 17 Pro may see significant price increases in 2026 due to new US tariffs. Experts advise buying in 2025 to avoid higher costs. Get the full analysis here.
Haryana announces winter vacations for schools from Jan 1-15, 2026. Government offices to close for 124 days. Employees get 3 restricted holidays. Get all details here.
Donald Trump's 2025 trade policies hiked US average tariffs from 3% to 17%, generating $30 billion monthly. Explore the global economic impact and persistent uncertainty for 2026.
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
Uttar Pradesh electricity bills could rise further if regulators allow discoms to recover smart meter maintenance costs from consumers, contradicting earlier promises of free installation. Learn the details.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin urges PM Modi to resolve US tariff crisis. TN exporters face ₹15,000 crore order cancellations, daily ₹60 crore loss, and job threats. Read more.
Vidarbha Industries Association reveals a 20% electricity tariff hike in Maharashtra, contradicting CM Devendra Fadnavis's assurance of stable rates for five years. Industry warns of economic strain.
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.
Scheduled power outages will impact Whitefield and Soladevanahalli areas of Bengaluru this Saturday and Sunday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
Russia's Rosatom has delivered a fresh batch of nuclear fuel to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, ensuring uninterrupted power generation. Read more about this crucial energy partnership.
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.