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News18
4 days ago
- News18
Smuggling Network Busted In Pantry Of Train Coming From Bangladesh Border, 2 Held In Delhi
Last Updated: Delhi Police uncovered a drug syndicate using Indian Railways' pantry cars to smuggle ganja. Two men were arrested with 28.781 kgs of ganja shipped from Cooch Behar What looked like a routine kitchen car on a long-distance train from Cooch Behar was in fact a rolling warehouse of narcotics. In a revelation that sounds more like the plot of a gritty web series, Delhi Police uncovered a drug syndicate that used Indian Railways' pantry cars to smuggle ganja across state lines, neatly packed not beside rice sacks or flour, but as part of the cargo on a regular passenger train. On June 9, two men were arrested near the BSES office in Dwarka Sector 18, 24-year-olds Manju Hussain and Raqib Miyan. On the face of it, they were app-based bike taxi drivers zipping around Delhi and Noida like thousands of others. But behind the facade of helmets and GPS trips, they were key runners in a narcotics distribution network that originated on the Bangladesh border. Police recovered 28.781 kgs of ganja from their possession, tightly packed in large bags. Upon interrogation, the duo revealed that the consignment had been shipped from Cooch Behar in West Bengal, a district perilously close to the porous India-Bangladesh border, which has long been under the scanner for cross-border smuggling. The modus operandi was simple yet shockingly effective. The drugs were hidden inside heavy bags placed directly inside the train's pantry car, the very space meant for storing and preparing food for passengers. There were no codewords, no hidden compartments, no elaborate ruses. The audacity of the operation was its normalcy. Nobody checks the pantry car. Everyone assumes it's just carrying rotis and tea, said a senior police official, adding that this gang used the pantry like a ' Hariyali ki Thali '. Once the train reached Delhi, the bags were quietly picked up and handed over to unsuspected delivery agents- like Manju and Raqib – who crisscrossed the city on two-wheelers, delivering the consignment to designated drop points in Noida, Uttam Nagar, and Dwarka. What shielded them for so long was their lack of any prior criminal record. They blended in with thousands of other gig economy workers, said DCP Ankit Singh, adding that there was no reason to stop them until the police got a tip. This arrest is just the latest in a string of drug busts. In May, Delhi Police had seized 176 kg of ganja in a separate operation, catching three individuals. Investigators believe that both operations are linked to a larger network with its roots in the northeast and deep tentacles in Delhi NCR. A case has now been registered against the accused under the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act. But police say this is just the tip of the iceberg. The hunt is on for those who loaded the contraband into the pantry car, those who received it in Delhi, and the local distributors who made sure it reached the streets. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published:
News18
16-06-2025
- Business
- News18
Electricity Bill For 1 AC, 1 Fan: This Is The Difference Between Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad
Last Updated: The disparity between power bills in Delhi and UP is stark, and it's rooted in both pricing structure and government subsidies As temperatures soar across Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh, so do the electricity bills, particularly for residents of Ghaziabad, Noida, and Greater Noida, where power tariffs are leaving households significantly more strained than their counterparts in Delhi. From March to November, electricity consumption spikes dramatically in the NCR as fans and air conditioners run for hours to combat the sweltering heat. And now, with talks of another hike in electricity tariffs in Uttar Pradesh, the financial pinch could grow even sharper. How Much More Do You Pay Compared to Delhi? The disparity between power bills in Delhi and UP is stark, and it's rooted in both pricing structure and government subsidies. To understand the gap, let's consider a typical summer household setup: one ceiling fan and one 1.5-ton 5-star rated split air conditioner. A ceiling fan running 8 hours daily uses about 15 kilowatt-hours (kWh) a month. A 1.5-ton AC running 10 hours daily adds up to 252 kWh a month. Total monthly consumption: 267 kWh Power Tariff in UP: Rising Costs and Surcharges Based on these rates, the bill for consuming 267 units in UP (urban area) amounts to: Power in Delhi: Generous Subsidies and Lower Tariffs Electricity in Delhi is supplied by BSES and Tata Power. The 2025 rates are far more consumer-friendly: But here's the catch: if you cross 200 units, the subsidy vanishes, and you pay for the entire consumption, not just the excess over 200. Still, even at 267 units, the total cost is significantly lower than in UP. Estimated bill for 267 units in Delhi is approximately Rs 1,300. Who's Paying More? Residents of Noida, Ghaziabad, and Greater Noida are paying 30-38% more than those in Delhi for the same level of electricity usage. The absence of subsidies, higher fixed charges, and surcharges like TOD and FPPCA contribute to the gap. First Published: June 16, 2025, 18:55 IST
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Two die from electrocution as strong winds, rain lash the national capital
Two men died from electrocution on Sunday morning in south-west Delhi's R.K. Puram Sector 1 after a tree, uprooted by rain and strong winds, collapsed onto an overhead power line, the police said. The deceased, Ravinder, 30, and Bharat, 25, who worked at a roadside food kiosk and were natives of Madhubani, Bihar, were sleeping outside the outlet when the incident occurred. A stray dog also died from the electric shock. The police received a PCR call about the incident around 4.30 a.m. A large tree had fallen due to the storm, snapping a live power line. The current passed through the wet ground on which the two were resting. Fire brigade, BSES, and police teams rushed to the scene and took the victims to the AIIMS Trauma Centre, where they were declared dead on arrival, said a senior officer. An official comment from the BSES was awaited at the time of going to press. Sunil Kumar, the kiosk owner and eyewitness to the tragedy, blamed the Delhi government's Power Department for the loss of lives. 'We had raised several complaints about the dangling wires. A storm hit, the tree fell, the wires snapped, and two lives were lost. We were all sleeping on the footpath last night,' he said. Senior Aam Aadmi Party leader Somnath Bharti attacked the Delhi government over the deaths. He also raised concerns about a cell phone tower falling in Safdarjung Enclave. 'It's sheer luck the mobile tower did not fall on anyone's house,' he said. When reached for comment, the Delhi government did not respond. The storm also brought relief from the severe heatwave. The Safdarjung weather station recorded 42 mm of rain. It recorded the maximum temperature at 35.6 degrees Celsius, 3.2 degrees below normal, and the minimum at 20 degrees Celsius, 7.5 degrees below the normal for this time of the year. The India Meteorological Department has issued a 'yellow alert', urging residents to stay indoors due to the likelihood of thunderstorms and strong winds over the next three days.
Indian Express
13-06-2025
- Climate
- Indian Express
Amid sweltering heat, Delhi sees season's highest peak power demand at 8,423 MW
Delhi saw its highest peak power demand of this summer season on Thursday as the maximum temperature settled at 43.9 degrees Celsius. According to the State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC), the apex body to ensure integrated operation of the power system, the peak power demand in the Capital clocked 8,423 MW at 3:06 pm on Thursday. This is the highest-ever load in the city in 2025, said officials. On Wednesday night, the city had clocked 8,231 MW. This is the first time Delhi's peak power demand has crossed 8,000 MW this year. Last year, the city had clocked the highest-ever peak demand on June 25 at 8,647 MW. Delhi has been reeling under intense heat this week. The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday sounded a red alert for heatwave conditions. On preparation to tackle the increase in power load, an official said, 'During the year, BSES discoms have strengthened the network and undertaken several unique measures to ensure a reliable power supply during the summer months. Apart from preventive maintenance, BSES has also done extensive predictive checks to identify hot spots or to pre-determine potential faults and to take remedial measures. An online load monitoring system is also in place to track the power transformers, especially during the summer.' Over 2,100 MW of green power is set to play an important role in ensuring reliable power during summer, the official added. 'This includes around 888 MW of solar power from SECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India), 500 MW of wind power, and 40 MW from Waste-to-Energy. BSES's efforts to ensure reliable power are also being helped by 160 MW+ rooftop solar panels installed on rooftops in South, West, East, and Central Delhi,' the official said. Here are some energy-saving tips: > Operate the air-conditioner at 24 °C for comfortable and cost-effective cooling. > Keep dthe oors of air-conditioned rooms closed as much as possible > Clean your AC filter every month for efficient functioning. > Use ceiling fans alongside the AC to circulate air and reduce the AC workload. > Line windows and walls with plants and curtains to block sunlight and insulate the room from heat. > Turn off the AC when leaving the room or house for extended periods to reduce energy consumption
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Business Standard
09-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
BSES summer offer: Up to 63% off on ACs, fans in new exchange scheme
Residents in Delhi can cut cooling costs as BSES reintroduces its 2025 exchange scheme, offering steep discounts on energy-efficient ACs and ceiling fans. In a bid to promote energy efficiency and reduce electricity consumption, BSES Yamuna Power Limited (BYPL) and BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL) have reintroduced their AC and fan replacement scheme for 2025. Under this initiative, eligible consumers can avail discounts of up to 63 per cent when exchanging their old air conditioners and fans for new, energy-efficient models. Here's a detailed explainer on how Delhi electricity consumers can benefit from the offer. Who is eligible? The scheme is open to residential consumers of both BSES Yamuna (covering Central and East Delhi) and BSES Rajdhani (covering South and West Delhi). To qualify: · The consumer must have a valid electricity connection with BYPL or BRPL. · The offer applies only to working or non-working ACs and fans being exchanged. · Only one AC and up to two fans per customer connection can be replaced under the offer. What's on offer? According to the details shared by BSES, the discounts available are: · Up to 63 per cent off on BEE 5-star rated air conditioners (including installation and delivery). · Up to 47 per cent off on energy-efficient ceiling fans. The scheme is being run in collaboration with leading manufacturers like Voltas, Godrej, LG, Daikin, and Havells. The exact discount depends on the model and the exchange offer applicable at the time of purchase. How to avail the offer? To make use of the scheme, customers need to follow a simple registration process: 1. Visit the BSES website or download the BSES Rajdhani or BSES Yamuna mobile app. 2. Navigate to the 'AC Replacement Scheme' section. 3. Enter your CA number (Consumer Account number), name, and mobile number. 4. Select the appliances you wish to replace and choose from the available models. Once the request is placed, the authorised vendor will contact the consumer for scheduling installation and exchange. Required documents To register and avail the benefit, keep the following handy: · Latest electricity bill · Government-issued photo ID (like Aadhaar or PAN) · Proof of address (if not same as ID) Why this matters? According to BSES, older air conditioners and ceiling fans are a major source of power consumption. Replacing them with BEE 5-star rated models, that can reduce electricity bills by 30-40 per cent. This is not just good for your wallet, but also helps reduce the overall power load on Delhi's grid during the summer peak. This initiative is part of BSES' broader push towards sustainable energy consumption. The 2025 scheme is expected to scale this further, especially as the capital faces rising summer temperatures and higher power demand.
