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PDP women’s wing protests in Srinagar over rising power tariffs

Srinagar: PDP women’s wing on Monday held a protest in Srinagar against the proposed electricity tariff hike, alleging that the heavy bills...

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Politicians slam proposal for 20% peak-hour power surcharge in Kashmir

Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir government’s proposal to impose a 20% surcharge on electricity consumption during peak hours has drawn sharp criticism...

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Power minister claims ‘no unscheduled cuts’ in Kashmir last winter, data tells a different story

Srinagar: In a claim that has stirred both surprise and skepticism, the Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday told the Legislative Assembly...

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Amid snowless winters, hydro power generation dips by 84% in JK

From 250 MWs in Jan, production falls to 190 MWs in Feb Srinagar: Owing to the less snowfall and low water level,...

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BJP slams Omar-led Govt over power cuts, water crisis in Kashmir; demands CM’s resignation

Jammu: BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh criticised the National Conference (NC) government, led by Omar Abdullah, for failing to address Kashmir’s...

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Kashmir must be prepared for power cuts this winter, says CM Omar

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said that the government has initiated winter preparations to address power issues in...

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JK Govt working to provide 100 units of free power to deserving families: LG Sinha in assembly

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced plans to provide 100 units of free electricity to deserving families. Addressing the...

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Major power outages scheduled across Kashmir this month; full details here

Srinagar: In October, various parts of Kashmir will witness major power outages as announced by Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL). As...

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JK’s power generation down by 15% amid heatwave, rain deficiency

Baghlihar power project fulfilling majority needs; tough times ahead if dry spell persists: Principal Sec PDD Srinagar: The power generation has been...

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