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.
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India's WPI inflation negative for second month
India's wholesale inflation remained in deflation at -0.32% in November, easing input costs. Food, fuel prices fell. Experts warn of a potential rebound. Read the full analysis.
Winter Produce Arrival Slashes Jaipur Vegetable Prices
Jaipur households get relief as fresh winter vegetables from local farms flood Muhana Mandi, causing a significant price drop. Traders predict further declines by mid-December. Read more.
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.
Maharashtra Bandh: Traders Protest APMC Cess, GST Dual Tax
Thousands of traders across four major Maharashtra cities shut markets in a statewide bandh, demanding abolition of APMC cess and reforms. The protest highlights issues of dual taxation under GST.
Maharashtra Traders' Bandh Halts Rs 5-6 Crore Trade
Wholesale trading in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar halted completely as 150 agents and buyers joined a statewide protest. Read about their key demands and the impact.
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.
Auto Sales Accelerate: 11% Growth Expected in November
Indian automobile companies set to report strong November wholesale numbers with double-digit growth across segments. Mahindra & Mahindra leads passenger vehicles while rural demand fuels two-wheeler sales.
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.
US Stores Absorb Turkey Price Hikes for Thanksgiving
US grocery stores are absorbing 80% wholesale turkey price increases caused by bird flu outbreaks, keeping retail prices steady to attract Thanksgiving shoppers. Discover the economic strategy behind this move.
UP Power Bill Discount Scheme for Domestic, Commercial Users
UPPCL launches Bijli Bill Rahat Yojana 2025-26 offering 25% discount on principal amount and 100% interest waiver for domestic and small commercial consumers from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026.
Nagpur woman gets jail for illegal electricity restoration
Nagpur special court sentences power consumer to imprisonment till court rising and Rs 10,000 fine for illegally restoring disconnected electricity connection. Read the full details.
J&K LOP Sharma Slams CM Over 20% Power Hike Plan
Jammu & Kashmir faces proposed 20% power tariff hike as LOP Sharma criticizes administration. Opposition demands relief for consumers amid economic challenges.
EU Demands Billions from UK in Post-Brexit Power Row
The EU has proposed a multi-billion electricity bill for the UK in post-Brexit talks, raising concerns over UK's high energy prices and power security. Read the full report.
HC Directs Haryana to Release Widow's Electricity Dues in 2 Months
Haryana High Court admonishes systemic indifference, directs Principal Secretary Electricity to verify widow's claim and release death benefits within two months. Justice Sharma ensures justice for pensioner's family.
Chhattisgarh halves power bills for 200 units from Dec 1
Chhattisgarh CM announces expansion of half electricity bill scheme from 100 to 200 units, benefiting over 42 lakh households. Relief begins December 1.
Amritsar Farmers Protest Electricity Amendment Bill
Farmers and workers across Amritsar district burn effigies in coordinated protests against the Electricity Amendment Bill 2022, fearing privatization impacts.
WPI Inflation Falls to -1.21% in October
India's wholesale inflation turns negative at -1.21% in October 2025 as GST cuts and favorable base effect bring relief. Food articles see significant deflation at 8.31%. Read the full analysis.
India's renewable energy targets need state coordination
India's ambitious 500 GW renewable energy target by 2030 risks consumer tariff shocks without deeper state-level consultation. Learn how better coordination can ensure sustainable power transition.
Punjab Power Corporation Simplifies Electricity Connections
PSPCL announces major reforms for electricity connections, reducing paperwork and speeding up service delivery under Punjab's Ease of Doing Business policy. Learn how this benefits consumers.
MSETCL Wins Global PRO PR Award in Rome
Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Ltd (MSETCL) wins the prestigious PRO PR Globe Social Responsibility Communication Achievement Award. The award will be presented in Rome on January 28, 2026. Read more about this global recognition.
7 Appliances That Hike Your Electricity Bill - Unplug Now!
Discover how common household devices secretly drain electricity and learn practical tips to reduce your monthly power bill significantly. Start saving today!
Why Indian Stocks Struggle Despite Strong Economy
Discover the surprising reasons why Indian markets are struggling to reach new peaks despite robust economic growth and controlled inflation. Expert analysis reveals the hidden factors holding back the bull run.
Ludhiana Power Employees Begin Indefinite Strike
Contract workers of Punjab State Power Corporation Limited launch indefinite strike in Ludhiana, protesting for permanent positions and better benefits outside Power Minister Harbhajan Singh's home.
Polaris Deploys 10M Smart Meters Across India
Polaris Smart Metering is transforming India's power sector with 10 million smart meters deployment nationwide. Discover how they're doubling market share and revolutionizing energy management.
Elon Musk: AI Will Rule World With One Condition
Elon Musk reveals his startling vision for AI's future - world domination is coming, but only if we solve the electricity crisis first. Find out what this means for humanity's technological future.
Karnataka's 5 Guarantee Schemes: ₹52K Cr Impact
Discover how Karnataka's flagship guarantee schemes are reshaping governance while creating significant financial implications. An in-depth look at the state's welfare revolution.
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