A 61-year-old farmer from Morbi accuses Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation (Getco) officials of forgery and illegal installation of a high-tension power line on his land. Police register case under IPC sections.
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.
A US CDC panel reviews the universal hepatitis B birth dose policy. Experts warn against delay, citing household transmission risks and a 99% drop in infections since 1991. Learn why.
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is a common, lifelong infection. Learn about its types, how it spreads without symptoms, and effective strategies to manage outbreaks and prevent transmission.
US President Donald Trump praised a CDC panel vote to end its recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Read the details and implications of this major public health shift.
Major solar producers in Rajasthan forced to cut 5GW production due to transmission bottlenecks, highlighting India's grid capacity lag. Read about the impact and solutions.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra details the rationale behind the 25 bps repo rate cut, citing low inflation and robust domestic demand. He discusses growth moderation, rupee volatility, and the path for deposit rates. Read the full analysis.
Goa reports negligible mother-to-child HIV transmission for two years, meeting key national AIDS control targets. Learn about the state's successful treatment and awareness initiatives.
PSU bank chiefs warn RBI of a 70-bps margin squeeze as loans reprice instantly with repo rate cuts, but deposit rates lag. Key asymmetry threatens profitability.
With inflation at record lows and strong GDP growth, the RBI faces a complex rate decision. Experts say sustained liquidity support is crucial for effective policy transmission and stabilizing bond markets. Read the analysis.
A Mumbai family's three-decade journey with HIV reveals medical progress and enduring stigma. Discover how treatment transformed a death sentence into a manageable condition.
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces the state's goal to end AIDS transmission by 2030. Learn about the strategy and current HIV status.
In Antarctica, a penguin's trust is its greatest vulnerability. Learn why human touch can transmit disease, destroy insulation, and cause stress, and how strict rules protect this fragile ecosystem.
Maya Kate, living with HIV for 20 years, shares her inspiring journey from near death to becoming a peer counselor. Learn how ART therapy transformed her life and the current HIV landscape in India.
Despite medical progress, many Indians still hold dangerous misconceptions about HIV transmission. Learn the facts and help combat stigma in our society today.
Goa reduces HIV transmission from 10.33% to 0.19% since 2000, but healthcare professionals battle dangerous misconceptions among youth and tourists about the disease. Learn the facts.
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.
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.
Voltamp Transformers stock surged over 6% after securing an ₹85.05 crore order from Gujarat Energy Transmission. The power equipment maker will supply transformers within 6 months.
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.
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.
Sanyukt Kisan Morcha commemorates 5th anniversary of historic farm movement, renewing protests for MSP legal guarantee and loan waivers. Join the conversation about farmers' rights.
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.
With rising appliance costs, learn 5 easy habits to extend your refrigerator's lifespan, cut electricity bills, and prevent costly repairs. Start saving today!
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.
Nandan Nilekani and IEA's Fatih Birol reveal how digital connectivity and AI can protect electricity grids from renewable energy fluctuations. Learn how India's DPI offers global solutions.
UPERC maintains electricity rates for FY 2025-26, reduces green energy charges, and sets aggressive distribution loss targets. Consumers benefit from stable pricing.
UPERC keeps electricity rates unchanged, extends green energy options, and mandates DISCOMs to reduce distribution losses to 10.74% by 2030. Read the full details.