CBI Catches Jharkhand Postal Overseer Taking Bribe
CBI traps and arrests a mail overseer at Ramgarh post office, Jharkhand, for accepting a Rs 15,000 bribe for a GDS job. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
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Jalandhar MC Clerk Arrested for Taking Rs 2000 Bribe
A municipal corporation clerk in Jalandhar was caught red-handed by the Vigilance Bureau for accepting a bribe of Rs 2,000. The arrest highlights the ongoing fight against corruption in Punjab. Read the full details.
Mandal Education Officer held for bribe in pension case
ACB officials in Visakhapatnam arrested Mori John, a Mandal Education Officer, for taking a Rs 40,000 bribe to forward a retired teacher's pension file. Read the full details of the corruption case.
College Watchman Caught Taking Rs 3 Lakh Bribe in Ahmedabad
ACB traps college watchman accepting Rs 3 lakh bribe for a trustee to clear retired principal's dues. Trustee flees, probe ongoing. Read the full story.
NBPCL staff arrested for bribe in Muzaffarpur, JE escapes
SVU arrests two NBPCL employees for taking a Rs 5,000 bribe for an electricity connection in Muzaffarpur. One junior engineer escapes. Details on the raid and charges.
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.
DVAC traps 3 for bribe from farmer in Namakkal
A VAO, village assistant & her husband arrested in Namakkal for demanding Rs 40,000 bribe from a farmer. DVAC used chemical notes in the trap. Read the full details.
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.
DVAC Arrests Trichy VAO for ₹5,000 Bribe Demand
A Trichy village administrative officer was caught red-handed by DVAC for demanding a ₹5,000 bribe for a succession certificate. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
Major Power Theft Racket Busted in Sambhal's Pre-Dawn Raid
Sambhal authorities uncover massive power theft racket in raids, detecting illegal usage at mosque, e-rickshaw station & 50 houses. Drive saves Rs 150 crore. Read details.
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.
IAS officer fixed bribe rates, took 50% share: ED
ED reveals in court that Gujarat IAS officer, as a district collector, had fixed rates for bribes and took a 50% share. The officer faces serious corruption charges. Read the full investigation details.
Ajmer Bank Manager Caught Red-Handed Accepting Bribe
Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests cooperative bank manager in Ajmer for demanding Rs 30,000 bribe from a farmer to release crop damage compensation. Full details on the trap and investigation.
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.
Vigilance Arrests Muzaffarpur Agri Officer in Bribe Trap
Muzaffarpur's District Agriculture Officer, Sudhir Kumar, was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 19,000. The victim had already paid Rs 1.81 lakh. Raids uncovered Rs 11 lakh cash and gold. Read the full 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
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.
Jaipur Discom Replaces 2.78 Lakh Defective Meters
Jaipur discom's massive meter replacement drive slashes revenue loss from Rs 9.41 crore to Rs 16 lakh. The move aims to end average billing disputes and improve operational efficiency. Read more.
Khandait Reappointed Nagpur Electricity Lokpal for Vidarbha
Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission reappoints Bhalchandra Khandait as Nagpur Electricity Lokpal. The veteran with 35 years' experience will address consumer grievances in Vidarbha and Marathwada. Read more.
Goa to Penalise Power Consumers for Exceeding Sanctioned Load
Goa's electricity department will penalise domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and how to regularise your load to avoid fines.
UP Power Bill Relief Scheme Extended to Jan 3
Uttar Pradesh extends its Electricity Bill Relief Scheme-2025 to Jan 3 due to huge demand. Over 27 lakh consumers registered, generating Rs 2,900 crore. Learn about the benefits and eligibility.
Over 58k use MSEDCL's online name change in two months
Maharashtra's MSEDCL sees massive adoption of its automated online services for electricity connection name changes and load enhancements, reducing office visits for consumers.
Goa Electricity Dept to Penalize for Exceeding Load
Goa's electricity department will impose penalties on domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn how to regularize your load to avoid fines.
SVU Arrests Panchayat Secretary for Bribe in Birth Certificate Case
A panchayat secretary in Bihar's Bhojpur district was arrested by the Special Vigilance Unit for accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 to issue a birth certificate. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
Roorkee Doctor Caught Taking Bribe for Medical Report
A medical officer at Roorkee Civil Hospital was caught red-handed accepting a Rs 20,000 bribe. The vigilance department urges citizens to report corruption. Read more.
Teacher Sentenced to 4 Years in Jail for Accepting Bribe
A teacher in Barwani, Madhya Pradesh, was sentenced to four years of rigorous imprisonment for demanding a bribe for salary arrears. Read the full details of the Lokayukta trap and court verdict.
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