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.
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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.
India's Power Consumption Grows 7% in December
India's electricity demand rose 7% to 138.39 billion units in December 2024, signaling strong economic activity. Read the full analysis of power sector trends.
UP Power Bill Relief Scheme Extended to Jan 3
Uttar Pradesh extends its Electricity Bill Relief Scheme-2025 to Jan 3 due to huge demand. Over 27 lakh consumers registered, generating Rs 2,900 crore. Learn about the benefits and eligibility.
Over 58k use MSEDCL's online name change in two months
Maharashtra's MSEDCL sees massive adoption of its automated online services for electricity connection name changes and load enhancements, reducing office visits for consumers.
Goa Electricity Dept to Penalize for Exceeding Load
Goa's electricity department will impose penalties on domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn how to regularize your load to avoid fines.
₹38 Crore Power Upgrade Launched in Ambala Cantonment
Haryana Energy Minister Anil Vij initiates a major power infrastructure project in Ambala Cantonment under the Distribution Sector Improvement Scheme, aiming to modernize the city's electricity network.
UP Govt: No Final Call on Power Sector Privatisation Yet
Uttar Pradesh Power Minister AK Sharma clarifies no final decision on electricity privatisation. Centre releases Rs 1,000 crore for electrifying 20,000 hamlets. Details inside.
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.
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.
UP Reduces Power Debt by 25%, Defies National Trend
Uttar Pradesh slashes its power sector debt by nearly 25% over five years, standing out as other major states see sharp increases. Discover how UP achieved this financial turnaround.
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
Punjab's Electricity Bill 2025: Public vs Private Risk
As Punjab debates the Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the core question is whether new contracts will safeguard subsidies and rural supply as firmly as they ensure private returns. Read the full analysis.
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
Punjab Power Engineers Warn of Escalating Stir
PSEBEA slams 'secret' meeting with PSPCL CMD, warns of intensifying protest over suspensions, political interference, and Ropar plant delays. Read the full story.
Smart Meter Cost May Hike UP Power Bills
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.
Karnataka ESCOMs Overspend Rs 111 Crore: CAG Report
A CAG report reveals Karnataka electricity companies overspent Rs 111 crore on a central project. Discover the audit findings and financial lapses.
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.
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.
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.
Telangana forms 3rd discom, shifts 29 lakh power connections
Telangana govt creates a third power distribution company, transferring 29 lakh connections and ₹36,000 crore in assets to stabilize finances and ensure free power for agriculture.
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.
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.
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