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Delays continue to plague hydel projects of KSEB

Delays plague Kerala hydroelectric projects, including Pallivasal Extension, Thottiyar, and Bhoothathankettu, facing administrative and completion issues.

The Hindu · May 9, 2024

KSEB unions seek measures for speedy commissioning of under-construction hydel projects

KSEB unions express concern over delayed hydel projects, seek urgent measures for commissioning, financial support, and rainfall relief.

The Hindu · May 8, 2024

Power crisis: industries and PSUs asked to regulate consumption during late-night hours

KSEB urges high-end industries and PSUs to reduce electricity consumption between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. to tackle power crisis.

The Hindu · May 3, 2024

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Meet decides against power restrictions

A meeting convened by Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty here on Thursday to review the power position in Kerala is understood to have ruled out power restrictions to overcome the present crisis.

The Hindu · May 2, 2024

Electricity consumption continues to soar in State

Kerala recorded 12.79% increase in electricity consumption in March this year compared to March 2023, show data.

The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024

KSEB under immense financial stress due to mounting bill payment dues: Electricity Minister

Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) faces a debt burden of ₹11,000 crore due to additional expenses and canceled power contracts.

The Hindu · Feb 13, 2024

Create awareness among tribespeople, Krishnankutty urges legal fraternity

The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024

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All Kerala Technical High School Kalolsavam kicks off at Chittur in Palakkad

The 44th All Kerala Technical High School Kalolsavam began at Government Technical High School, Chittur, Palakkad, on January 4 (Thursday). Inaugurating the festival, Minister for Power K. Krishnankutty said that skills would acquire prominence over academic qualifications in the changing educational system.

The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024

Swaralaya-Soorya dance, music fest begins on December 21

Swaralaya-Soorya dance, music fest begins tomorrow

The Hindu · Dec 19, 2023

Kerala Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty hospitalised after complaints of uneasiness

Kerala Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty admitted to Alappuzha's Government Medical College and Hospital after he complained of uneasiness. His condition is stable.

The Hindu · Dec 15, 2023

Union Power Ministry seeks more details from Kerala on alternate model for smart meter roll-out

Kerala seeks Union Power Ministry's approval for alternative proposal to roll-out smart meters in a consumer-friendly way. Union Minister asked Kerala to submit details of proposal. Kerala had earlier decided not to implement project on TOTEX model due to additional financial burden for consumers. KSEB to develop software for billing…

The Hindu · Nov 16, 2023

Fissures come to the fore in JD(S) Kerala unit

The Janata Dal (S) [JD(S)] in Kerala appeared to edge closer to a split that might be politically consequential in some measure for the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government.

The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023

JD(S) Kerala unit scrambles to shrug off stigma of its national leadership aligning with BJP

JD(S) State unit scrambles to distance itself from national leadership's alliance with BJP in Karnataka. Embarrassment for JD(S) as Congress uses statement to try to weaken CPI(M)'s pivot to minorities. JD(S) leader Krishnankutty claims Thomas told national leadership alliance with BJP unacceptable. Ambiguous on whether party will formally split, change…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

Deve Gowda’s claim of Pinarayi backing JD(S)-BJP pact roils Kerala politics

Janata Dal (Secular) [JD(S)] national president H.D. Deve Gowda’s startling claim that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan had tacitly backed his move to align with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) roiled Kerala politics on Friday.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

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The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

Deve Gowda’s claim on Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s nod for JD(S) alliance with BJP in Karnataka creates stir

JD(S) Kerala unit refutes Deve Gowda's statement on alliance with BJP; Oppn alleges CPI(M)-BJP undercurrent; JD(S) had earlier rejected central leadership's decision to join NDA, opting to stand with LDF.

The Hindu · Oct 12, 2023

Kerala Cabinet decision to recommend restoration of ‘unapproved’ power supply deals taken in public interest: Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty

Kerala government had people's best interests in mind in restoring four 'unapproved' power supply contracts, says Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty. Transparent process followed to avoid huge financial liability & hardship to public. Cabinet invoked Section 108 of Electricity Act & recommended KSERC to re-examine decision.

The Hindu · Sep 23, 2023

Congress sees dichotomy in JD(S) continuing to partner in LDF govt.

The Congress on Saturday accused the Left Democratic Front of employing double standards by continuing to partner in the government with the Janata Dal (Secular) which has entered into a national alliance with the BJP. It pointed out that there is a dichotomy between the LDF’s professed stand against the…

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

JD( S) Kerala unit meeting tomorrow

This scenario mirrors a precedent when the State unit distanced itself from JD(S) national leadership during its pact with the BJP in Karnataka in 2006, striving to assert its autonomy within the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI-M]-led Left Democratic Front (LDF), of which it is a coalition partne

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The Hindu · Sep 10, 2023

Power tariff hike is inevitable: Krishnankutty

Kerala Power Minister K. Krishnankutty announced that an increase in power tariff is unavoidable, but the KSEB's demand of 40 paisa per unit for the next two years and 20 paisa for the following year will not be implemented. The government will try to minimise the burden on citizens while…

The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023

No load-shedding in immediate future, says Minister

Kerala Power Minister K. Krishnankutty assures no load-shedding or power cuts in near future despite water shortage in reservoirs. He urges people to reduce power consumption voluntarily, especially between 6-11 pm.

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023

Reduce electricity consumption in evening hours: K. Krishnankutty

. KSEB urges public to reduce electricity use 7-11pm to avoid power restrictions due to low storage levels in hydel reservoirs. Unnecessary use of electrical equipment should be avoided to prevent restrictions. Combined storage is 35%, lowest in recent years.

The Hindu · Aug 21, 2023

KSEB finalises alternate power purchase arrangements to avert crisis

The State-run power utility will urgently secure 500 MW through a ‘swap’ arrangement and 200 MW through short-term purchases to overcome the present supply crisis.

The Hindu · Aug 20, 2023

Power situation to be reviewed on Monday

Monday is a critical day for KSEB as Elec. Min. K. Krishnankutty reviews power situation & KSEB pleads for urgent power purchases. KSEB to submit report on options to tide over crisis. Weak monsoon forces KSEB to reduce hydropower gen. Avg. power consumption is 82 mu/day. KSEB imports 64.7 mu/day.…

The Hindu · Aug 19, 2023

Smart meter project not abandoned: Minister

A three-month time-frame was sought for the implementation of the project, and a policy decision would be reached at after holding discussions with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on August 25.

The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Banana farmer to be provided ₹3.5 lakh as financial assistance

Kerala govt. to provide ₹3.5 lakh to farmer K.O. Thomas, whose banana plants were chopped down by KSEB staff. Financial aid on Chingam 1 (Aug 17) as crop was ready for harvest & farmer couldn't be notified in advance. Aid decided after discussions between Electricity & Agriculture Ministers.

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