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.
UP Power Employees' 400-Day Protest Against Privatisation
UP power employees mark 400th day of agitation against privatisation with 'Protest Day' in Varanasi. They demand cancellation of privatisation processes as assured by the minister.
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.
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.
India's Energy Shift: Storage, Grid, Nuclear Key
India's renewable energy focus shifts from capacity addition to integration. Experts highlight storage, transmission, and nuclear power as critical for a stable 500GW+ non-fossil future by 2032. Read more.
Bengaluru Power Cuts Monday: KPTCL Maintenance Schedule
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.
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.
8-hour power cuts cripple life in Kansal, Nayagaon
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.
Dharwad: Scheduled Power Outage on Dec 29 & 30 for Maintenance
KPTCL announces a 7-hour scheduled power outage in Dharwad on December 29 & 30 for quarterly maintenance. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.
Tamil Nadu sets new solar power record at 7,276MW
Tamil Nadu achieves a historic milestone with 50.8Mu solar energy absorbed into the grid and a peak generation of 7,276MW. Discover how dry weather is powering the state's green energy surge.
4 Power Transmission Stocks Down Up to 55% From Highs
While India's power transmission sector rides a wave of strong demand and government investment, four key stocks have fallen sharply from peaks. Discover the details and future outlook.
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.
Noida Power Helpdesks Expand to 11, Boost Consumer Service
UPPCL increases Noida helpdesks to 11 under Urban Restructuring Plan, resolves 978 of 1,575 complaints swiftly. New system cuts response time for supply issues to 1-2 hours. Read more.
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.
Bengaluru Power Outage on Sunday: Full Details
Parts of south-west Bengaluru face a power cut on Sunday, December 22, from 10 am to 5 pm for KPTCL maintenance. Check affected areas and BESCOM's advisory here.
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.
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.
India Plans AI Push to Reduce Electricity Bills
India's Power Ministry plans wider AI use in distribution networks to cut electricity bills and reduce losses. A national conference will drive adoption. Read more.
India's AI Growth Positions It as Future Global Power Trade Leader
India's surplus electricity and rapid power reforms, driven by AI and data centre expansion, could make it a global leader in power trade. Experts highlight a transformative shift where electricity becomes a strategic currency.
India's AI Growth Positions It as Global Leader in Power Trade
India's surplus electricity and rapid power sector reforms, driven by AI and data centre expansion, could make it a global leader in power trade. Experts see electricity becoming the new strategic currency.
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