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How do superconductors work? US physicist explains importance

For decades, scientists have been developing materials called superconductors that transmit electricity with nearly 100% efficiency.

Study finds that urban households across India prefer smart metres for their electricity connection

A report released by CEEW found that while most users across urban households in 12 states prefer smart metres, there are still gaps in digital literacy.

UP power strike: HC says ‘national interest compromised’, issues warrants against union leaders

Allahabad HC issues contempt notices against 29 office bearers of U.P. Vidyut Karmchari Sanyukt Sangharsh Samiti who it noted ‘actively participated in convening of the strike call’.

Taking steps to ensure adequate availability of electricity during summer, says power ministry

Power utilities have been directed to maintain coal-based power plants in advance to avoid disruptions and all plants would have to run at full capacity from 16 March.

How Punjab researchers used rohu fish scales to light up 90 LEDs

Team from Guru Nanak Dev University used fish scales to develop triboelectric nanogeneratos that could power battery-less devices. Work published in Sensors and Actuators A: Physical.

‘Unavoidable reasons’: UP discom scraps Adani Group tender for 70 lakh prepaid smart meters

Madhyanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd’s decision comes amid allegations of inflated pricing & cartelisation. UP Electricity Power Consumer Council claims Adani Group was lowest bidder.

Ukrainians ‘most likely’ to live with blackouts till March-end, says major energy provider

Russian attacks have severely damaged Ukraine's energy infrastructure, President Zelensky said, leaving millions without electricity as winter sets in and temperatures drop below zero.

These five simple steps can reduce your electricity bills

With the ongoing Ukraine war, electricity prices have only been rising. Staying warm without breaking the bank is becoming a challenge for millions of people.

Beware, Mr Tharoor, farrago ahead & how too many semi-conductors spoil the broth

The best cartoons of the day, chosen by the editors at ThePrint.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal announces ‘missed call’ service to opt power subsidy

In a press conference, he informed that both online and offline modes to opt for subsidy will be available and after a missed call, a form will be sent on WhatsApp.

On Camera

The Beckhams’ PR game is on track. Victoria’s 50th birthday was a pop culture moment

The Beckhams have had the sleekest, unassailable PR game in celebrity town. And much of it rests on their carefully curated social media image, especially on Instagram.

Economists vs statisticians — the battle being fought over the soul of India’s GDP data

Economists say there are weaknesses in India’s GDP data. But statisticians claim the accusations are based on flawed understanding, saying while GDP has problems, the economists are looking in the wrong places.

India, Oman hold 5th annual high-level meeting to boost maritime security

Both the governments expressed their commitment to strengthening their maritime cooperation to strengthen the maritime safety and security framework in the region.

These 6 states are key for Modi’s ‘400 paar’ target. They’re also where Opposition can stop him

While this contest looks so predictable in large swathes of our political landscape, it is also more keenly contested than 2019 in some states.