The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

Crisis in Gaza: why food, water and power are running out

Israel’s strict blockade has cut off vital resources and left Gaza facing a humanitarian disaster

The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2023

The reality of Israel’s ‘total siege’ on Gaza – where two million Palestinians are trapped in a 25 mile stretch of land

Medics in Gaza warn of ‘catastrophic’ consequences of water, power, food and fuel being blocked for two million civilians

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023

Smart energy meter seemed to send our bills through the roof

We got charged for the electricity our solar panels were generating rather than being paid for it

The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2023

Who is eligible for the Warm Home Discount?

People in receipt of means-tested benefits among those in line for £150 cut to electricity and gas bills

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2023

Energy crisis in Karnataka: Escoms to receive 1,100 MW of power from private power generators

Karnataka govt. invokes Section 11 of Electricity Act to procure 1,100 MW of power from private generators to address shortage. Govt. also plans to solarise irrigation pumpsets, set up 400 substations & expand solar power park in Pavagada. Bescom clarifies no power cuts in BBMP parks.

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Humanitarian aid stuck at Gaza border as WHO warns of ‘catastrophe’

WHO warns there are only ’24 hours of water, electricity and fuel left’ in Gaza before ‘a real catastrophe’ sets in.

Al Jazeera · Oct 16, 2023

Refrain from adopting confrontationist stance to ration dealers, government urged

CPI's P.P. Suneer urges LDF govt to refrain from confrontationist attitude towards ration dealers. He criticizes govt's stance of denying benefits. CPI urges govt to prioritize farmers, ration dealers. Johny Nelloor accuses govt of failing to revise wage package. Protesters demand rent, electricity charges, timely remuneration, kerosene delivery, commission hike,…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

HDK makes cryptic allegations against Congress leaders over IT raids

JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy alleged ₹100 crore seized in IT raids was from "SST" & "YST" collections, linked to Congress leaders. He demanded probe & claimed ₹1,000 crore changed hands during official transfers. He warned of worsening electricity woes & accused govt of ignoring real issues.

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

KSEB to give priority to 800 MW Idukki golden jubilee extension scheme

The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has decided to give priority to the implementation of the 800 MW Idukki Golden Jubilee Extension Scheme, a hydro project meant to enhance the capacity of the Idukki power project.

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

In trying to close its coal power plant, Austin encounters obstacles to going green

The city approved a plan in 2020 to shut the Fayette Power Project plant with the aim of eliminating carbon emissions. But political, economic and technological forces have gotten in the way.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 16, 2023