BREAKING | “Get Ready to Pay More Electricity Bill!”: Supreme Court Approves Hike, Rates May Rise Nationwide Including Delhi

Today, On 6th August, The Supreme Court has directed all states and Union Territories to clear long-pending dues to power distribution companies within four years, warning that a “disproportionate increase in regulatory assets burdens consumers” and may lead to higher electricity bills.

Contract Rules Supreme: SC Says CERC Tariff Cap Can’t Override State’s Right to Free Power

The Supreme Court ruled that CERC’s 13% tariff cap does not nullify Himachal Pradesh’s contractual right to 18% free power from JSW Hydro. Contractual obligations prevail over regulatory limits, the Court emphasized.

Calcutta HC Strikes Down Electricity Regulation: “Grants Licensee Unrestricted Authority to Limit Withdrawal & Impose Excessive Charges”

The Calcutta High Court struck down Regulation 4.4 of the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, stating it “grants licensee unrestricted authority to limit withdrawal & impose excessive charges.” The provision was deemed unconstitutional and arbitrary.