Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 while pushing for interoperable smart meters to enhance grid efficiency and consumer choice.
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.
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 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.
The government proposes amendments to allow electricity distribution via shared networks, aiming to cut infrastructure costs and give consumers a choice of suppliers. Read the details.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
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.
Punjab's prison department launches 11 IT hubs to provide vocational training and rehabilitation for inmates, aiming to reduce recidivism and aid reintegration. A step towards reform.
Noida's electricity demand is rising by 120 MW yearly, fueled by new residential connections and industrial expansion. The discom is upgrading infrastructure to meet the challenge. Read more.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
Hindustan Power inks a Power Supply Agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, boosting Assam's energy security and supporting industrial growth. Read the full details.
Hindustan Power inks a crucial power supply agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, enhancing Assam's electricity infrastructure and supporting regional growth. Read the full story.
Power engineers in Punjab held a state-level protest in Patiala, demanding CM Bhagwant Mann end political interference and halt asset sales to protect the state's electricity stability.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu unveils a massive clean-energy plan: 1000 EV buses, 5000 charging stations, solar rooftops, and more to cut losses and empower consumers. Read the full strategy.
FICCI President Anant Goenka urges focus on land acquisition and power cross-subsidisation to reduce business costs. He says industry shouldn't complain about labour code costs, calls for manufacturing to grow beyond 10%.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a high-level delegation to Japan and South Korea for investor outreach ahead of the Progressive Punjab Summit. The mission aims to boost economic ties and engage with the diaspora.
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
Over 1,000 PSPCL engineers will protest on December 2 against asset sales, political interference, and suspension of officials. Read about their key demands and the reasons behind this unprecedented agitation.
Punjab cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors, new border area incentives, GPS mining vehicle tracking & revised tender limits to boost public services.
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.
Powercom employees in Patiala joined nationwide strikes against electricity bill amendments and privatization. Learn how this affects consumers and the power sector.
PM Modi announces nuclear sector reforms allowing private investment, similar to space sector. Bill listed for Winter Session to enable 100 GW nuclear energy by 2047.
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.
Several key areas in Bengaluru to experience power disruption on Thursday. Wilson Garden, Richmond Circle, Lalbagh Road among affected localities. Plan accordingly.
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Congress faces mounting challenges in Punjab as AAP gains momentum. Key leaders defect, organizational structure weakens. Can Congress recover before elections?
Punjab's emotional appeal for justice: From Partition trauma to Green Revolution contributions, the state demands its rightful capital Chandigarh. Read the compelling narrative of sacrifice and resilience.