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The All India Power Engineers Federation has warned of a nationwide agitation if the Centre moves ahead with the proposed Electricity Amendment Bill and continues the push for privatisation in the power sector. The federation said the changes could have serious implications for consumers, farmers and public sector power utilities. Opposition to Power Sector Privatisation
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The Supreme Court of India has ordered all states and union territories to clear the unpaid dues owed to electricity distribution companies (discoms). These unpaid amounts, called “regulatory assets,” must be fully repaid within four years starting April 1, 2024. Limits and New Rules for Tariffs The court has also mandated that any new regulatory […]