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Fresh surge in power demand in Uttar Pradesh as dry, humid spell begins

The peak demand recorded on August 18 night stood at 29,946 MW. (For Representation)
lucknow news
Published on Aug 20, 2025 03:08 AM IST

Electrocution death probe: UPPCL chief seeks time-bound report from chief engineer

The Shankarpuri Colony, where an eight-year-old boy died after accidentally coming in contact with a high-voltage transformer on Sunday. (HT Photo)
lucknow news
Published on Jul 29, 2025 10:30 PM IST

UPPCL suspends Varanasi chief engineer over poor power supply

Reviewing the performance of power distribution corporations, UPPCL chairman Ashish Goel stressed intensified efforts to curb electricity theft and ensure timely billing. (FOR REPRESENTATION)
lucknow news
Published on Jul 08, 2025 08:45 PM IST

Night after night, power demand in UP breaks records, now surges to 31,347 mw

The demand has been consistently climbing for the past week, with no signs of easing as heat continues to grip most parts of the state (For representation only)
lucknow news
Published on Jun 12, 2025 05:48 AM IST

UPPCL denies favouritism, calls allegations ‘baseless’

UPPCL and its employees’ union are locked in a fresh face-off. (For representation)
lucknow news
Published on Jun 01, 2025 05:06 AM IST

Farming meets solar in U.P’s clean energy drive

Solar power plants will be set up under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthan Mahabhiyaan (PM KUSUM) C-2 scheme. (For representation)
lucknow news
Published on May 26, 2025 08:20 AM IST

UP govt gears up to deal with possible power staff strike

The UPPCL order that comes into immediate effect has evoked a sharp reaction from the power employees’ unions. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
others
Published on May 24, 2025 07:36 AM IST

ETF panel approves bidding document presented by UPPCL

. UPPCL has been directed to submit all necessary documents to the electricity regulatory commission for further comments before finalizing the draft. (File Photo)
lucknow news
Published on May 17, 2025 09:14 AM IST

JE held for ₹30 lakh job fraud in Sambhal

ASP (South) Anukriti Sharma informed that the accused JE, Vijaypal Singh, is involved in multiple fraud cases. (FOR REPRESENTATION)
others
Published on May 13, 2025 07:02 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh’s peak summer power demand likely to soar to 33,000 mw, UPPCL gears up for challenge

Although last year’s peak power demand was recorded on June 13, in some years, it climbs further during August and September, keeping up the pressure on the power infrastructure. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)
lucknow news
Published on Apr 22, 2025 09:58 AM IST

Pay 1.24% more for power in April as January fuel surcharge

According to the power corporation, the fuel surcharge for January was calculated at ₹78.99 crore. This amount will now be recovered from consumers in the April electricity bills, resulting in an additional charge of 1.24%. (Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Published on Apr 22, 2025 05:06 AM IST

Power meter testing at regular intervals made mandatory in U.P.

(Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Published on Mar 24, 2025 09:38 AM IST

Poor response to UPPCL’s one-time settlement scheme, only 18.21% consumers enrol so far

The UPPCL management has extended the scheme till February 15. (Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Published on Feb 05, 2025 05:42 AM IST

PVVNL extends OTS scheme to pay power bill dues in Noida

As per the information from PVVNL Noida, under phase 1 (from December 15-31), 15,808 people registered under the scheme and ₹34.87 crore was recovered. Under the phase 2 (from January 1), 6,241 people got registered and ₹10,89 crore has been recovered so far, said discom officials. (HT Photo)
noida news
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 06:20 AM IST

Mahakumbh: UPPCL promises uninterrupted power

For representation only (HT File Photo)
lucknow news
Updated on Dec 21, 2024 09:09 PM IST

‘Privatisation of discoms will lead to layoffs, staff reversion, higher rates’

Shailendra Dubey, chairman of the All-India Power Engineers’ Federation . (Sourced)
lucknow news
Updated on Dec 11, 2024 05:08 AM IST

Proposed privatisation: Power men in U.P. to wear black armbands in protest

Power employees are demanding a thorough review of the privatisation experiments in Agra and Greater Noida before implementing similar measures elsewhere. (For Representation)
lucknow news
Updated on Dec 10, 2024 08:32 AM IST

No plan to privatise any other discom, says UPPCL chairman

The corporation had earlier proposed restructuring its power network by splitting the Purvanchal (Varanasi) discom (distribution company) into three entities and the Dakshinanchal (Agra) discom into two. (Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Updated on Dec 03, 2024 10:05 PM IST

Why U.P.’s latest privatisation bid has a brighter chance of success

Unlike earlier efforts that faced fierce opposition and abrupt backlashes, the current government has pre-emptively tackled potential roadblocks. (For Representation)
lucknow news
Updated on Dec 01, 2024 07:24 AM IST

UPPCL proposes five new discoms to restructure Varanasi and Agra power networks

UPPCL proposes five new discoms to restructure Varanasi and Agra power networks
lucknow news
Updated on Nov 29, 2024 08:08 AM IST

Power woes loom as tenders for 12 Noida substations stalled

The proposed substations, intended to be built in Sectors 48, 75, 151, 155, 156, 167, 164, 145, 68, and 121, aim to reduce the load on neighbouring substations (HT Archive)
noida news
Updated on Nov 28, 2024 06:42 AM IST

UPPCL clarifies: It’s not privatisation but partnership with pvt sector

FOr representation only (HT File Photo)
lucknow news
Published on Nov 27, 2024 08:46 PM IST

Privatisation of Agra, Vns discoms: New pvt entities to begin operations with clean slate

FOr representation only (HT File Photo)
lucknow news
Updated on Nov 27, 2024 08:21 PM IST

UPPCL tightens rules on bill payments, requires minimum dues for instalments

The Corporation retains the right to disconnect electricity services for unpaid dues. (File)
lucknow news
Updated on Nov 09, 2024 06:10 AM IST

Vidyut Sakhis fill UPPCL coffers, recover ₹1,200 cr

(Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Updated on Oct 05, 2024 08:58 AM IST

UPPCL proposes facile power connections

UPPCL chairman Dr. Ashish Goyal said that the corporation was committed to safeguarding consumer interests. (Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 06:26 AM IST

Balua Ghat incident: Two project corporation officials suspended, contractor booked

A senior official privy to the matter said there were irregularities in the construction of the changing room canopy, which collapsed due to unskilled workmanship. (Sourced)
lucknow news
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 05:18 AM IST

UPPCL orders state-wide patrolling of transmission lines for smooth supply

(Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 07:16 AM IST

Resolve grievances of MLAs, MPs on priority: UPPCL to staff

Electricity pylons and power lines are pictured at a power station near Yumen, Gansu province, China September 25, 2020. Picture taken September 25, 2020. REUTERS/Carlos Garcia Rawlins (REUTERS)
lucknow news
Updated on Sep 08, 2024 07:30 AM IST

UPPCL to bolster power supply, revenue with ring main units

This initiative is part of an ongoing strategy to enhance the reliability of power distribution. (For Representation)
lucknow news
Updated on Sep 02, 2024 06:26 AM IST
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