JBVNL Detects 23,494 Power Theft Cases in FY 2025-26
Jharkhand's power utility JBVNL registered 23,494 electricity theft cases from April-Dec 2025, recovering ₹2672 lakh. Major raids continue statewide. Report thefts confidentially.
Category : Search result: Electricity Duty Amendment 2021
Power Sector Shake-up: 3 Stocks to Watch as Reform Bill Nears
India's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, set for Parliament, aims to end distribution monopolies. This reform could reshape the sector, putting Tata Power, Torrent Power, and CESC in the spotlight for investors.
Teachers demand rest day after gruelling election duty
Maharashtra teachers and school staff deployed on election duty work 30-35 hours straight, demanding a sanctioned paid rest day. The association cites exhaustion and late-night travel as major concerns.
Farmers to Protest Bills in Lohri Bonfires, Plan Escalation
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces statewide protests against Electricity & Seed Bills. Plans include burning copies, removing smart meters, and sit-ins at ministers' homes. Key demands for compensation and jobs highlighted.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer faces poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, scheduled for chemotherapy on Jan 15, is forced into election duty. Despite appeals, her name remains on the list, risking FIR and job loss. Read her ordeal.
Farmers' Group to Protest Against Central Govt Policies
Jamhoori Kisan Sabha announces a protest in Amritsar against central government policies, including the Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2022. Farmers demand MSP guarantee and oppose pro-corporate laws.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer assigned poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, a cancer patient, is forced into election duty on her chemotherapy date despite appeals. Over 500 officials face notices for skipping training. Read about this bureaucratic insensitivity.
Teachers on poll duty demand paid rest day in Mumbai
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
Customs Duty Amnesty Scheme Eyed for 2026-27 Budget
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
ASI Dies of Heart Attack on Duty in West Champaran
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
PSPCL Land Sale Protest: Power Employees Hold Dharna in Bathinda
Power sector employees in Punjab protest against PSPCL land sale, draft Electricity Bill 2025, and delay in Ropar thermal units. JAC warns of intensified agitation.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
Jharkhand HC voids 2021 electricity duty, orders refunds
Jharkhand High Court quashes the 2021 Electricity Duty Amendment Act, calling it ultra vires. The ruling mandates refunds for industrial consumers charged excess duty. Read the full legal analysis.
Himachal Power Policy Flip May Raise Electricity Bills
Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board employees warn a new policy reversal could increase power costs for consumers. Learn about the protest and its potential impact.
Ex-Minister Petitions HERC Against Discoms' Tariff Proposals
Former Haryana power minister Prof Sampat Singh files petition against UHBVN & DHBVN's tariff plans, alleging non-compliance and lack of consumer consultation. Hearing set for Jan 8, 2026.
SC: No Customs Duty on SEZ Electricity, Adani Power Wins Major Case
Supreme Court rules in favour of Adani Power, says government cannot tax SEZ electricity as 'foreign import'. Full refund of duties ordered. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka Expands Stamp Duty Relief on Gift Deeds
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
Steel Prices Jump After New Import Duty, Construction Hit
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
Record 93% Delhi Homes Get Power Subsidy in Dec 2025
Over 93% of Delhi households received electricity subsidy benefits in December 2025, the highest ever. Nearly 80% of consumers benefited annually as the scheme's cost nears Rs 4,000 crore. Explore the data trends and seasonal impacts.
Sambhal Crackdown: Illegal Power Station Supplying 60 Houses
UP administration busts an illegal mini power station in Sambhal's SP stronghold, detecting theft at over 500 premises. The drive aims to curb massive revenue losses from electricity theft.
MSEDCL's New IT System Aims for Faster Electricity Connections
MSEDCL introduces online reforms to meet MERC deadlines for new electricity connections: 3 days in metros, 7 in urban, 15 in rural areas. Apply online now for a streamlined process.
Tobacco Farmers in South India Protest Excise Duty Hike
Tobacco farmers in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh warn the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025 will devastate livelihoods and boost illegal trade. Read their urgent plea to the government.
UP's Sambhal drives against electricity theft, recovers Rs 2.5 crore
Sambhal administration's anti-power theft drive uncovers 45,000 cases, imposes Rs 2.5 crore penalty. Watch the video of the crackdown in Rai Satti area.
Power Employees' Hunger Strike Against PSPCL Asset Sale
13 leaders on chain hunger strike in Patiala against Punjab govt's move to sell Powercom assets. They warn of making electricity unaffordable and announce a major protest on January 21.
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.
CESC pushes technical management to cut energy leakage, boost revenue
CESC MD KM Munigopal Raju stresses technical management to reduce energy leakage & power disruptions. A case study shows leakage cut from 43% to 12%, boosting revenue. #PowerDistribution #EnergyEfficiency
Punjab JAC Launches Statewide Protest Against Power Reforms
The Joint Action Committee in Punjab has initiated a massive statewide protest against the state government's proposed power reforms, demanding the withdrawal of the Electricity Amendment Bill 2024. Learn about the demands and impact.
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.
Smart Prepaid Electricity Meters Get 50% Cheaper in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh cuts smart prepaid electricity meter prices by half, making them more affordable for consumers. This move aims to enhance transparency and reduce billing disputes. Read more about this major policy shift.
No General Power Tariff Hike in J&K for 2025-26
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.
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