News Topic:Electricity
J&K
J&K Cabinet greenlights free power scheme under PM Surya Ghar Yojana
The cabinet on Friday discussed the implementation of 200 units of free electricity for AAY families in J&K and also approved the reorganisation of the Jal Shakti Department.
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Kashmir
Fury of winds causes two deaths, widespread damage across Valley
Kashmir Valley was rocked by a powerful windstorm late Sunday night that tore through homes, orchards, and public infrastructure, leaving behind scenes of chaos.
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Kashmir
KPDCL announces power shutdown in parts of Pulwama, Shopian
The shutdown of the Lassipora-Pulwama Line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV receiving stations at Pulwama, Pinglena and Tenghar shall remain off.
Kashmir
KPDCL announces power outages across Kashmir for maintenance
Ahead of winters, the KPDCL has said that several parts in the region will face power outages till October 23 owing to the maintenance of lines and renovation.
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Kashmir
250kV power transformer stolen in Baramulla
Unknown burglars stole a 250kV power transformer from Tarzoo Sopore area in Baramulla district last night, according to eyewitnesses.
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J&K
No increase in power tariff, subsidized rates to continue: JKPDD
In a major relief for consumers, the J&K Power Development Department (JKPDD) announced today that the J&K Government will absorb any increase in electricity tariffs.
Kashmir
Pulwama man electrocuted by low-hanging power line, locals blame PDD negligence
A young man, who was the father of two small kids, died today after he got electrocuted with a low-hanging high-tension (HT) electric line in Pulwama district.
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Kashmir
KPDCL urges under-construction building owners to apply for temporary electricity connections
KPDCL has advised the owners of under-construction commercial and residential buildings to immediately apply for temporary connection.
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Srinagar MP Ruhullah claims Yusuf Pathan was threatened with ‘bulldozer action’; Mahua Moitra slams BJP
A social media post by Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has triggered a political controversy, with TMC MP citing the incident to question "bulldozer politics".
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11 cold storage units in Pulwama face closure as PCC cracks whip
11 CA cold storage units in Lassipora Industrial Growth Centre have been served closure notices by the Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee.
Fake pesticides leave Shopian farmers in severe distress
The recovery of suspected sub-standard pesticides and fungicides from multiple locations in south Kashmir's Shopian district has sparked outrage among farmers.
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