Discoms
Centre plans to allow govt-approved private labs to test electricity meters
The proposal to allow government-authorized private laboratories to test electricity meters aims to boost consumer confidence, reduce billing disputes and support India's smart meter rollout.
4 min read29 Jul 2026Delhi government cracks down on power discoms, directs CAG audit over ₹38,500 cr pending RAs – Here's what we know
The Delhi government has directed the CAG to audit the power distribution companies amid concerns over regulatory assets (RA) worth nearly ₹38,500 crore. In June, Delhi High Court order refused to interfere with the Delhi govt's proposal for a CAG audit of power discoms.
4 min read3 Jul 2026Delhi electricity bill hike: Here is how much more BRPL, BYPL and TPDDL consumers will have to pay
In response to rising electricity costs, the DERC has approved increased FPPA surcharges for Delhi's power discoms. This adjustment, impacting mainly non-subsidized consumers, will see a monthly surcharge recovery starting April 2026, following appeals for a higher recovery limit.
2 min read13 Jun 2026India’s green energy sector may be hit by power regulator’s stricter performance standards
According to developers, the new deviation rules are hard to follow, since unlike coal or hydro, wind and solar are unstable sources of power.
5 min read2 May 2026Govt to further open power distribution, allow multiple discoms per area
An amendment bill to the Electricity Act, 2003 will be introduced during the budget session to reform power distribution sector, allowing state regulators to set tariffs independently and enabling multiple discoms to operate in the same area.
3 min read19 Jan 2026Discoms selling green power at lower than cost price on exchanges; growing crisis threatens green energy trajectory
India’s ambitious 500GW renewable energy target is facing a financial hurdle as state distribution companies are forced to sell solar power on exchanges at prices significantly lower than their procurement costs.
5 min read10 Jan 2026Govt preps debt recast plan for discoms, eyes disinvestments
The scheme, if approved by the power ministry, would be taken to the Union cabinet for its approval.
4 min read30 Oct 2025Why India’s clean energy push is struggling to keep up with China
Hurdles around land, transmission, financing and regulation are stalling adoption of clean energy in India.
4 min read10 Sep 2025Adani, Tata, Torrent, five others eye 51% stake in two UP discoms
The formal document to solicit bids for Purvanchal and Dakshinanchal discoms is likely to be floated by July, and the UP government plans to complete the privatization process by Diwali this year.
4 min read5 Jun 2025EDF, Actis launch $200 mn smart meter JV for efficient energy usage, cutting losses, improving billing accuracy
The joint venture between EDF India and Actis aligns with India’s broader vision of achieving a more resilient and efficient power distribution network.
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