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Kerala Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan seeks probe into decision to revoke and then reinstate long-term power supply contracts

kerala leader of opposition V D Satheesan alleges conspiracy by LDF govt & KSERC in revoking long-term power supply contracts entered by KSEB. He demands probe & opposes any additional financial burden on consumers. He claims the contracts, signed during UDF rule, have helped Kerala remain free of power restrictions.…

The Hindu · Oct 7, 2023

Kerala govt. will ask regulatory commission to restore power supply contracts

The State government will ask the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission to re-examine its decision not to approve a clutch of long-term power supply agreements totalling 465 MW entered into by the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB).

The Hindu · Oct 4, 2023

As it pours, water level in Idukki dam rises by 1.7 ft in 24 hours

Following heavy rainfall in the catchment area, the water level rose over 1.7 ft over the past 24 hours in the Idukki reservoir. According to the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) dam safety officials, the water level on Sunday stood at 2,341.38 ft, which is 38.60% of the total storage…

The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023

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Idukki dam security breach: probe handed over to State crime branch

Police Chief Shaik Darvesh Saheb orders Idukki dam security breach case to State Crime Branch. Lookout notice issued against accused, who is in a Gulf country. Red corner notice to be issued. Breach occurred on July 22 when Palakkad resident placed locks and poured liquid on dam shutters. KSEB dam…

The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023

State’s energy requirement, peak demand to go up in 2024-25, says CEA

KSEB struggles to balance energy demand/supply; CEA projects energy req. to rise to 31,999 mu, peak demand to 5424 MW in 2024-25; KSEB's own projections slightly lower; State witnesses 3-4% increase in req. every year; Installed capacity rose from 2,891.72 MW in 2013-14 to 3,514.81 MW in 2022-23.

The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023

Security breach at Idukki dam: tourist entry only in buggy cars soon

After the security breach at Idukki dam, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) hydel tourism wing has decided to allow tourist entry only in buggy cars.

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

Kerala State Electricity Board to collect 10 paise per unit as surcharge in October

Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) to collect 10 paise/unit surcharge in October to recover ₹41.57 crore in additional power purchase costs. KSERC regulations permit passing of surcharge to consumers in bills. Centre amended rules to make recovery automatic, setting 10 paise/unit as max surcharge.

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

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Chief Secretary submits report on power supply contracts

power supply crisis: Chief Sec. submits report on 'unapproved' contracts to Minister; Cabinet to take final call; KSEB urged govt to invoke Section 108 of Electricity Act. #Kerala #Electricity #DBFOO #KSEB #Cabinet #Krishnankutty

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

Hydrogen project of KSEB: Nine firms present proposals

The Hindu · Sep 23, 2023

Kerala rain: Ongoing wet spell brightens State’s hydel storage prospects

KSEB gets relief as wet spell brings storage in hydel reservoirs in Kerala to 45%. Combined storage in reservoirs improved from 37% in mid-Aug to 45% on Thursday. Storage still low compared to same day in 2020, 2021 & 2022. Rainfall revival in 2nd week of Sept. helped situation. KSEB…

The Hindu · Sep 22, 2023

KSEB to track down defaulters, persuade them to join one-time settlement scheme

. KSEB launches OTS scheme to reduce arrears of ₹3585.69 cr. IT wing to prepare lists of defaulters. Chief Engineer to monitor progress. Scheme open till Dec 30 with reduced interest rates.

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

No power tariff hike on the cards: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan

The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

Security breach: KSEB inspects Cheruthoni dam shutters

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Lavalin hearing adjourned again in SC as CBI counsel ‘held up’ in another case

SC adjourns SNC Lavalin corruption case appeals against discharge of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. CBI says its lead counsel is held up in another case. Bench cautions CBI to bolster its appeal with “strong arguments” as two courts had discharged CM of any wrong-doing. The case concerns the loss…

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

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The Hindu · Sep 11, 2023

Security breach at Idukki dam: steps on to issue lookout circular

Police investigating security breach at Idukki Dam to issue lookout circular against accused. Idukki District Police Chief V.U. Kuriakose says probe is underway. Incident occurred July 22; accused allegedly placed locks on earthing strips of 8 high-mast lights & poured liquid on wire rope of dam shutters. KSEB officials discovered…

The Hindu · Sep 10, 2023

Power tariff hike is inevitable: Krishnankutty

Kerala Power Minister K. Krishnankutty announced that an increase in power tariff is unavoidable, but the KSEB's demand of 40 paisa per unit for the next two years and 20 paisa for the following year will not be implemented. The government will try to minimise the burden on citizens while…

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

Power generation from renewable sources increases by 26.6% last fiscal

Kerala's RE gen. up 26.6% in '22-23; total installed capacity rises to 3,514.81 MW. Renewable energy sources (small hydro, wind, solar) generated 2,169.06 million units (mu) in 2022-23, a 26.6% increase from 2021-22. Total installed capacity of State's power sector rose to 3,514.81 MW. #Kerala #RenewableEnergy #PowerGeneration

The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023

Accused in Idukki dam security breach has left country: police

The police investigation into the security breach at the Idukki dam has revealed that the accused, a resident of Ottappalam in Palakkad who allegedly placed locks on the earthing strips of eight high-mast lights on the Cheruthoni and Idukki dams and poured some liquid on the wire rope of the…

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The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023

Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission likely to issue orders on power tariff revision soon

KSERC to issue orders on KSEB's tariff revision proposals in 2 wks; HC quashes provision allowing repayment of principal amount on bonds issued to Master Trust to be included in ARR.

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Only two offers for power supply under ‘swap’ arrangement

Two companies (APPCPL, Manikaran Power) agreed to supply power under 'swap' arrangement. APPCPL to supply 150 MW in Nov & 50 MW in Mar 2024. KSEB to return power during June-Sept 2024. Adani Power & DB Power quote ₹6.88/unit for 303 MW & 100 MW respectively. Short-term supply of 150…

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Flayed by fickle weather

Kerala's farmers face unprecedented weather aberrations: drought-like conditions, floods, and erratic rains. This has caused crop damage, delayed payments, and lack of water for irrigation. The State's reservoirs are at 36% capacity, and power cuts are likely. The ecological impact is more serious than food security, and farmers may be…

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Major security breach reported from Idukki dam

An unidentified person has placed locks on the earthing strips of eight high-mast lights on the Cheruthoni and Idukki dams, which the authorities consider a major security breach. A type of liquid was also poured on the wire rope of the Cheruthoni dam shutters.

The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023

Bleak power prospects with no improvement in hydel storage despite monsoon revival

SW Monsoon revival not enough to improve hydel generation in Kerala; storage in Idukki & Pampa reservoirs at 32% & 34% respectively; KSEB attempts to conserve storage by keeping gen. to 8 mu; failed on Sep 1 with 27.20 mu; KSEB banking on costly power exchange purchases; hopes for NE…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

KSEB launches probe into 16-hour-long power failure at Pothupara in Peerumade

KSEB launches probe into 16-hr power failure in Idukki's Peerumade area after employees allegedly go on excursion. Residents file complaint to CM. KSEB starts internal inquiry, seeks report from Assistant Executive Engineer. KSEB to take action if negligence found. Parallel underground cable connection to be commissioned soon. #KSEB #Idukki #Peerumade…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

Two companies quote ₹6.88 per unit for medium-term contracts for power supply

KSEB has invited bids for 500 MW of power to avert a power crisis in Kerala. Adani Power and DB Power have agreed to supply 303 MW and 100 MW respectively at ₹6.88 per unit after a reverse bidding process. KSEB will finalise a decision and obtain approval from the…

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