MLA Cuts Power to Officials' Houses Over Outages
Congress MLA Virendra Jati takes drastic action, cutting electricity to officials' homes in Haridwar to protest frequent outages. Police complaint filed. Read the full story.
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CEA Acts to Align Power Research with Industry Needs
Central Electricity Authority seeks stakeholder suggestions to bridge the mismatch between power sector research needs and academic efforts. Inputs will shape the National Electricity Plan for 2027-28 to 2036-37. Read more.
Jaipur School Faces Action Over Student's Death
The Rajasthan education department issues a show-cause notice to Neerja Modi School, threatening to withdraw recognition over safety lapses linked to a 9-year-old's fatal fall. Read the full investigation report details.
Patiala: Double Tragedy After Lineman Electrocuted at Work
A lineman's electrocution in Patiala's Bhore village led to his mother's fatal heart attack, exposing alleged safety lapses. Read about the police case and departmental inquiry.
CESC Raids: 31 Illegal Power Cases, Rs 2.2L Fines
In a major drive against electricity theft, CESC vigilance squads registered 31 cases and imposed fines totalling Rs 2.2 lakh in Mysuru and nearby districts. Read the full details of the operation.
CESC files 31 cases, fines ₹2.17L for illegal power connections
CESC's vigilance teams raided five districts in Karnataka, filing 31 cases and imposing fines of ₹2.17 lakh for illegal electricity connections. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Karnataka HC Backs State's Grid Supply Order for Generators
Karnataka High Court reinstates state's order requiring embedded generators to supply power to the grid at Rs 4.86/unit. The ruling clarifies state jurisdiction over cogeneration plants. Read the full details.
Major electricity theft network busted in Jaisalmer border area
A massive electricity theft racket using 5 km of illegal lines & 95 official poles was busted in Jaisalmer's Ghotaru. The nexus, with suspected insider help, powered illegal cultivation on govt land, causing lakhs in monthly losses. Read the shocking deta
Bareilly: ₹14.7L compensation for electrocution deaths
A Permanent Lok Adalat in Bareilly holds the electricity department negligent for two deaths caused by a low-hanging high-tension wire. The court orders compensation of ₹14.7 lakh to the victims' family.
Kerala govt nets off Rs 1,188 crore in power bill dues
Kerala government settles electricity bill arrears of departments & KWA by netting off Rs 1,188.52 crore from KSEB's duty. Move follows court stay on duty remittance. Details inside.
Power Minister: Electricity Bill won't raise tariffs, subsidies safe
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar clarifies that the draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, will not increase power tariffs for domestic and agricultural consumers. State subsidies will continue, ensuring consumer welfare alongside financial disciplin
Nagpur RTO Officer Not Relieved Despite Suspension Order
Nine days after Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik ordered his suspension for negligence in a fatal school van crash, the Nagpur RTO officer remains in post. Public outrage grows over enforcement lapses. Read more.
Smart Meter Price War Erupts in UP Regulatory Meeting
A major dispute over smart prepaid meter pricing unfolded at a UPERC meeting. Power utilities demand up to Rs 13,000, while consumer advocates cite prices as low as Rs 2,500. Key details inside.
Punjab Farmers Protest Electricity Bill, Prepaid Meters
Farmers in Punjab, led by Kisan Mazdur Morcha, staged massive protests against the Electricity Amendment Bill and forced prepaid meter installation. Leaders demand state govt resolution and action on pollution laws. Read more.
Three family members electrocuted in Muzaffarpur field
A grandfather, son, and grandson died after a live wire fell in their paddy field in Malkauli village. Villagers protest, alleging electricity department negligence. Read the full report.
Goa NGO Fights Mandatory External Meter Move
Citizens for Democracy Goa petitions against mandatory external electricity meter relocation, citing privacy risks from smart meters and high costs for consumers. Read their demands.
Power Cut Compensation: Your Rights Under Electricity Rules 2020
Power cuts disrupting your life? Under India's Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, you can claim compensation from your DISCOM. Learn how to file a complaint and get financial relief for unscheduled outages.
Nationwide Protests Planned Against Electricity Privatisation
Farmers, labourers, and electricity employees announce joint protests against the Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 and privatisation. A major march to Lucknow and Delhi is planned. Read more.
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.
Doctor gets 3-year jail for negligent treatment causing death
A Panvel court sentenced a homeopathic doctor to 3 years rigorous imprisonment for administering allopathic injections, leading to a patient's death in 2016. The court fined him Rs 1.10 lakh. Read the full details.
Karachi Officials Blamed for Negligence After Child's Death
A three-year-old boy's tragic death in an open drain sparks outrage in Karachi, leading to arrests and demands for accountability from municipal authorities.
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.
82% Rajasthan Govt Hospitals Skip Biometric Attendance
Shockingly, 82% of Rajasthan's govt hospitals flout central directives on biometric attendance. Health Minister Khimsar vows strict action and announces food courts for patients.
Haryana Sports Dept Denies Role in Teen Deaths
Haryana sports department absolves itself of responsibility in the deaths of two teenage basketball players in Rohtak and Jhajjar. Families demand FIR, reject compensation.
Bihar Energy Secretary Issues Strict Directives on Smart Meters
Bihar's Energy Secretary mandates action against smart meter installation delays, sets a 7-day deadline for billing complaints, and emphasizes 100% consumer tagging. Read the full directives from the high-level review meeting.
Noida power infra upgrade worth Rs 97 crore begins
Noida's power department begins major infrastructure upgrades this month, including cable and transformer replacements. A Rs 97 crore project aims for completion by March 2026, with over Rs 1,300 crore more invested long-term. Read for details.
Dentist in coma after alleged medical negligence in Hyderabad
A 31-year-old Hyderabad dentist is on ventilator after an alleged allergic reaction at a clinic. Police investigate medical negligence as family says penicillin allergy was ignored. Read the full story.
India Post Workers Throw Parcels on Railway Tracks, Video Viral
Shocking video from Pratapgarh shows India Post staff throwing mail bags onto railway tracks. The incident, dated Nov 23, has triggered online fury and official action. Read details.
Body Found in Kochi Hospital, Son Alleges Negligence
The body of a missing man was found in a Kochi hospital mortuary three days after his death. His son alleges hospital negligence and demands action. Read the full report.
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.
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