News Topic:Electricity

Omar Abdullah strongly opposes J-K’s power project deal with Rajasthan

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah expressed strong opposition to the power project agreement with Rajasthan, denouncing it as a “loot”.

Woman fatally electrocuted in tragic incident in Pulwama

In an unfortunate incident in Puchal area, located in south Kashmir's Pulwama district, a woman tragically succumbed to electrocution on Thursday.

KPDCL intensifies crackdown on illegal power consumption

To improve the situation of power in the valley, the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited has intensified its drive against illegal power consumption.

KPDCL’s Crackdown: 11,000+ defaulting consumers disconnected amidst Rs. 85.24 crore revenue surge

Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) conducted a whopping 10,465 inspections and disconnected over 11,000 consumers in the last 10 days.

Amidst electricity crisis, Cyber Police to act against abusive X users

After alleged abusive comments by some X users to Kashmir Power DISCOM’s post, the Cyber Police Kashmir has taken cognizance of the issue on the latter’s request.

Power Bill Declaration: J-K’s LG targets luxury gadgets, palatial homes for tariff

J&K's Lieutenant Governor announces bold stance on power bills: Aid for the needy, but luxury gadgets and lavish homes to pay as per usage.

Man electrocuted to death in Shopian

A man died after receiving an electric shock in Poterwal village of south Kashmir’s Shopian district on Sunday, officials said.

KPDCL firm on installing smart meters despite consumer protests

Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited said that there was no alternative to the installation of smart electricity meters across Kashmir.

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J&K medical interns continue strike after stipend talks with Sakina Itoo fail

J&K MBBS and BDS interns will continue their indefinite strike after talks with Health Minister Sakina Itoo failed to yield a written commitment on stipend revision.

Kargil-Leh padyatra postponed ahead of MHA talks

The proposed Kargil-Leh Peace and Justice Padyatra has been postponed ahead of September 9 MHA talks, with Sonam Wangchuk warning it may be revived.

223 J&K sportspersons await govt job joining amid dispute over candidate

The joining of 223 J&K sportspersons selected under the sports quota remains uncertain amid a dispute involving an individual candidate from Jammu.

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J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

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Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream

The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.