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At least 10 dead after eastern Indian city and its suburbs receive heaviest rainfall in nearly 40 years

Heavy rain paralyses Kolkata ahead of its biggest annual festival

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Nearly 200 electricity poles uprooted or damaged in Mysuru during rains on May 3

Following snapping of power cables near Silk Factory Circle, scores of vehicles were stranded with some even coming in contact with power lines, but no one was injured.

The Hindu

Industries welcome downward revision in electricity tariff

KERC lowers electricity charges in Karnataka, benefiting consumers and industries, historic decision welcomed by stakeholders.

The Hindu

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CESC plans power tariff revision amidst resistance from consumers

Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) in Mysuru proposes a power tariff hike, facing opposition from consumers and industries.

The Hindu

Power bills: CESC asked to give rebate to MSMEs

MYSURUKERC Chairman asks CESC to extend power bill rebate for MSMEs, warns of penalties if not provided.

The Hindu

Power tariff hike: KERC hearing in Mysuru today

KERC to hold public hearing in Mysuru on power tariff hike proposal by CESC, urging public participation.

The Hindu

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Karnataka Today newsletter: Former CM Jagadish Shettar quits Congress, returns to BJP

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CESC MD suspended after motors fail at launch of lift irrigation project by Karnataka CM

Moreover, the CESC MD was not present at the venue to oversee the arrangements in view of the Chief Minister’s visit.

The Hindu

CESC seeks higher power tariff citing revenue gap

CESC seeks higher tariff for 2024-25, impacting consumers not covered by Bhagya Jyothi scheme and increasing government subsidy burden.

The Hindu

Tribal hamlet in Mysuru gets power connection 75 years after independence

A tribal hamlet in Mysuru district, without electricity for generations, finally gets connected through PM-JANMAN program.

The Hindu

As tourists’ footfalls continue, Dasara illumination in Mysuru to stay till Nov. 4

Mysuru's special illumination for Dasara extended till Nov 4, bringing joy to tourists. The city's magnificence and radiance had gone viral on social media, with "Mysuru by Night" becoming a brand. The extended illumination will help boost tourism sector, with the palace and zoo attracting highest footfalls. Record 1.65 lakh…

The Hindu

Farmers protest in Mysuru against irregular power supply

Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha activists staged a demonstration in front of the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation on Thursday demanding uninterrupted power supply for seven hours to rural areas.

The Hindu

Ensure safety during Dasara celebrations: DC

DC Rajendra directs officers to ensure safety during Mysuru Dasara festivities. He asked CESC to ensure no untoward incidents due to special lighting, and for warehouses storing firecrackers to check safety measures. He urged MCC and other authorities to complete road repairs and clear blocked drains. He also thanked Cycle…

The Hindu

Bescom, KREDL float tender for solarisation of agri feeders under PM Kusum Yojana

After not receiving any bids three times, the Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Ltd. (KREDL) and Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) have once again called a tender for the solarisation of agriculture feeders in the State to power irrigation pump (IP) sets.

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CESC asks Gruha Jyothi beneficiaries to clear dues by Sept. 30

The executive engineer of Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) N.R. Mohalla division in Mysuru has set September 30 as the deadline for Gruha Jyothi scheme beneficiaries to clear their outstanding dues to continue availing the benefits of the scheme.

The Hindu

Gruha Jyothi launched in Kodagu; all guarantees to be implemented by December

Gruha Jyothi scheme, one of the guarantees of the Congress govt, was launched in Kodagu. 1.30 lakh people have enrolled, availing benefits of ₹2.90 crore. Govt to spend ₹60,000 crore on guarantees, to be implemented by Dec. Shakti scheme has strengthened transport corporations. Anna Bhagya scheme to pay money equivalent…

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Over 9 lakh consumers in Mysuru to save ₹58 crore monthly on power bills: Minister

Mr H C Mahadevappa inaugurates Gruha Lakshmi scheme in Mysuru, providing 200 units of free power to 1.42 crore families. This scheme will save beneficiaries approx. Rs 55,000/yr, fulfilling Congress' promise. Other districts also launch scheme with respective ministers.

The Hindu

Gruha Jyothi: 4.79 lakh consumers yet to register in CESC limits

In five districts, 20 lakh+ consumers have enrolled for 200 units of free power under the Gruha Jyothi scheme. In Mysuru district, 7.8 lakh out of 9.7 lakh eligible consumers have registered till July 27. CESC is hoping for 100% registration by Aug 15, with the benefit reflected in the…

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MCC expresses displeasure over underground power lines laid by CESC

Mayor Shivakumar on Wednesday directed the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) to re-lay underground (UG) cables in different parts of the city on the grounds that it was taken up in a haphazard manner.

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Gruha Jyothi registrations cross 1 crore in Karnataka

Gruha Jyothi is a scheme of the Congress government in which households in Karnataka can avail 200 units of free power. A total of 1,00,20,163 consumers had registered up to Thursday July 6 across Karnataka.

The Hindu

Elephant electrocuted in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve

A male elephant, aged around 35, was electrocuted close to the D.B. Kuppe range of the Nagarahole Tiger Reserve on Thursday.

The Hindu

97 per cent of CESC consumers eligible for free power, says MD

Registration for the State government’s guaranteed scheme of providing free power for those consuming less than 200 units per month commenced on Sunday, June 18.

The Hindu

Power tariff: Stakeholders oppose steep hike, want it rescinded

The hike in power tariff owing to Fuel Adjustment Charges (FAC) introduced by Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) has evoked a sharp response from the Federation of Organisations and Associations of Mysuru (FOAM) representing various businesses and traders groups in the city.

The Hindu

Monsoon preparedness review meeting held in Kodagu

With the monsoon set to keep its tryst with Kodagu in the next few days, the authorities reviewed their preparations to meet any eventuality.

The Hindu

Power tariff hike shocks industry, trade and commerce bodies in Mysuru

The MSMEs, commercial and other trade bodies in Mysuru have flayed the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) for the hike in power tariff.

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