Punjab revises accident compensation policy for PSPCL staff

The Punjab government has introduced an Accident Compensation Policy for employees of the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) with effect from December 8. Power minister Harbhajan Singh ETO said that the policy is designed to provide financial support to employees, including regular, contractual, and sub-contractual workers, in the face of work-related accidents. Under the […]

PSPCL seeks lowest tariff hike in 15 yrs as financial health improves

Electricity distributor Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has sought 11% tariff hike for the 2024-25 fiscal year, the lowest in the last 15 years. PSPCL submitted its annual revenue requirement (ARR) of 11% to the Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) on November 30 and it was accepted by the commission on Thursday. The […]

Prayagraj’s solar effort: producing power worth ₹20 cr monthly

Electricity from solar power is being generated using solar panels installed on rooftops of government offices, factories and even houses in Prayagraj today. There are many institutions in the district that are generating and providing electricity to the power department. While till a few years ago the district was fully dependent on non-renewable sources of […]

Several areas in Bengaluru to witness power cuts this weekend; Check affected areas

Many areas in the Karnataka capital are set to witness ower outages this wekeend, from Friday to Sunday. This comes in the midst of various maintenance and repair projects being undertaken by power supply companies. Most of these disruptions are expected to occur between 10am and 5pm, however, some works may be completed earlier. Here […]

₹40 cr power bill pending: Abohar waterworks expansion project hits roadblock

After spending ₹13 crore on a waterworks project, the Centre-funded development project initiated by Abohar municipal corporation (MC) has hit a roadblock as the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has refused to grant power connection until its dues were cleared. According to the information, the local body of Fazilka district has an outstanding bill […]

Over 27 lakh power consumers in U.P. avail of OTS Scheme till December 12

More than 27 lakh registered individuals have benefited from the One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme by December 12, contributing to the revenue of over ₹2,600 crores for the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL), as announced by a government spokesperson on Wednesday. “In cases related to electricity theft, more than 54,000 people have availed themselves of […]

Rooftop solar panels to be installed on all community centres: Mayor Panchkula

Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal said on Wednesday that all community centres in Panchkula will have rooftop solar plants that will generate 1,135 kilowatt electricity. Mayor, during a meeting of finance and contract committee, said that ₹5.31 crore will be spent by the municipal corporation (MC) for this. “After the installation of solar plant, the MC will […]

Two booked for duping people by impersonating as MSEDCL staff

Police have filed a complaint against two persons for allegedly impersonating Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) officials and replacing electricity meters. The incident was reported in Market Yard in Manchar town of Ambegaon taluka and a case was registered on November 24. This is second such case recorded this year. A similar case […]

IIT Roorkee releases comprehensive study on ‘Advanced Grid-Scale Energy Storage’ solutions

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has launched a comprehensive study titled ‘Advanced Grid-Scale Energy Storage Technologies’. The study, conducted under the leadership of Prof Arun Kumar, was released by BS Bhalla, Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), in the presence of Dr Ajay Mathur, Director General, International Solar Alliance, and Prof […]