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Michigan power outage map: Consumers Energy, I&M customers hit by storms

Michigan power outage map: Consumers Energy, I&M customers hit by storms. REUTERS/Alexey Pavlishak
Updated on Jul 04, 2026 04:40 am IST

Pakistan announces power cuts in bid to control energy prices

Pakistan is particularly dependent on the Strait of Hormuz for its energy needs.
Published on Apr 15, 2026 03:33 pm IST

Bengaluru doctor shares frustration as 1 hour of rain cuts power 20 times

The post quickly caught attention online, with many users echoing concerns about the reliability of basic services.
Updated on Apr 01, 2026 12:00 am IST

Hyderabad residents to face scheduled power cuts. Check area-wise timings

The outages are primarily due to tree branch removal, transformer repairs, and feeder maintenance work.
Updated on Mar 24, 2026 02:11 pm IST

Power restored to most of San Francisco after massive outage disrupts city

The San Francisco Department of Emergency Management said on X there were “significant transit disruptions” happening citywide and urged residents to avoid nonessential travel.
Published on Dec 21, 2025 09:25 pm IST

No lights, self-driving cars disrupted: What we know about San Francisco outage

John Mleczko, left, and Julia Cooke, both of San Mateo, sit on a bench with their friend, Liz Norris, as they celebrate her birthday in the dark after a major power outage in San Francisco, Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025.
Updated on Dec 21, 2025 01:20 pm IST

Power cut in Bengaluru on October 15 and 16: Check list of affected areas

These scheduled power cuts are part of ongoing efforts to support the expansion of the National Highway and ensure a stable electricity supply across the region.
Updated on Oct 14, 2025 09:20 pm IST

Russian drone attack cuts power to thousands in Ukraine's Odesa, says governor

Ukraine's largest power producer DTEK said in a statement that four of its power facilities came under attack overnight.
Published on Aug 31, 2025 12:56 pm IST

Bengaluru power supply company warns of 6-hour outages in these areas today

In an official update, the BESCOM said areas under the Subramanyapura and Banashankari substations are expected to be affected.
Updated on Jun 24, 2025 09:23 am IST

These areas in Bengaluru in for possible 7-hour power outage today. Check list

Bengaluru faces frequent power outages in light of periodical maintenance works and long impending projects. (Hindustan Times/For representation)
Published on Jun 21, 2025 02:59 pm IST

Delhi’s power demand peaks at all-time high for this summer on June 11

Extreme heat triggers Delhi’s peak power demand of the season
Published on Jun 12, 2025 10:23 am IST

Why govt doesn’t want you to lower AC temperature below 20°C: What's new rule?

Proposed AC temperature cap in India aims to save electricity during heatwaves as government plans to standardise cooling range between 20°C to 28°C across homes, hotels, and cars.
Updated on Jun 11, 2025 02:59 pm IST

Storm fury in Delhi-NCR: Power cuts, toppled signages irk social media users

Due to the the wind storm, several trees such as this one (L) near Nizamuddin Police Station fell and caused damage to vehicles and even human lives. (R) A sign board in Noida also fell, disrupting the movement of traffic.
Published on May 23, 2025 11:25 am IST

Power cut rant from Bengaluru-based remote worker gets backlash on social media

A worker's post on power outage has prompted a discussion on Reddit.
Published on May 21, 2025 06:18 am IST

Madras HC puts interim stay on NEET-UG results

The Madras high court on Saturday imposed an interim stay on the declaration of NEET-UG 2025 results following a petition by 13 candidates (ANI)
Published on May 18, 2025 07:58 am IST

HC stays NEET-UG result after Chennai students point to exam centre power cut

According to an affidavit of 13 students, there were no backup facilities such as generators or inverters.
Published on May 17, 2025 07:23 pm IST

Power outage in Spain leads to play being halted at Madrid Open

Play has been cancelled at the Madrid Open for the rest of the day following a massive power cut in Spain
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 09:49 pm IST

Mid-Atlantic shuts down amid snowstorm, wreaks havoc on roads and travel in US

People sheltering with black umbrella's walk through snow at the Capitol, during a snowstorm in Washington.
Updated on Feb 12, 2025 01:56 pm IST

‘Monkey’ menace: Sri Lanka faces nationwide blackout chaos, power cuts to follow

The blackout began around 11.00 local time on Sunday.
Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:05 am IST

Rajindra Hospital power outage didn’t affect patient’s surgery: Probe report

On January 24, power had gone off at the Rajindra Hospital in Patiala during a cancer patient’s surgery. (HT File)
Published on Feb 07, 2025 08:02 am IST

Furious over ‘no helmet, no fuel’ rule, lineman cuts UP petrol pump's power

The No helmet, no fuel policy aimed at promoting road safety in Gautam Buddh Nagar is facing opposition from petrol pump operators. (Representative image)
Published on Jan 15, 2025 04:32 pm IST

Bengaluru power cuts scheduled for November 14-15 due to maintenance work

Bengaluru city faces frequent power cuts. (HT File)
Published on Nov 14, 2024 10:00 am IST

Cuba blackout disaster: What you need to know before you travel

Cuba blackout disaster: What you need to know before you travel
Published on Oct 22, 2024 08:45 pm IST

What to know about the electrical grid failure that plunged Cuba into darkness

People walk using lights from a car during the second day of the nationwide blackout in Havana October 19, 2024. Hurricane Oscar is due to hit the island of Cuba imminently, with the risk of further affecting the population, who are spending their second night without electricity due to a giant blackout.
Published on Oct 20, 2024 03:06 pm IST

Bengaluru to face scheduled power disruptions this week; Check areas, timings

Bengaluru city faces frequent power cuts, especially during the weekends when the grid load is significantly lighter. (HT Photo)
Published on Oct 14, 2024 10:31 am IST

Bengaluru to face disruptions in power supply till Sept 30; Check areas, timings

Power supply agencies schedule more disruptions during the weekends when employees log off from work and the grid load is significantly lighter. (Hindustan Times)
Published on Sept 28, 2024 11:52 am IST

Bengaluru to experience power outages on Saturday; Check areas, timings: Report

Bengaluru power cut: Affected areas include the central business district and neighbourhoods such as Jayanagar, BTM Layout, and Bannerghatta Road. (HT File)
Published on Aug 29, 2024 05:00 pm IST

Lorry knocks over 30 electric poles in Bengaluru, causes massive power outage

Restoration efforts, which began promptly, managed to restore power to most areas by Saturday evening, though the incident caused an estimated 7 to 8 lakh in damages. (Gurpreet Singh/HT/Representative image)
Published on Aug 25, 2024 12:00 pm IST

7.5-hour-long power cut at Kasturba Hospital in Old Delhi

The power cut was scheduled from 1pm to 4pm but extended until 8.30pm. (HT Photo)
Updated on Aug 23, 2024 05:24 am IST

Power disruptions in Bengaluru till Tuesday; Check areas, timings: Report

Bengaluru sees scheduled power disruptions often, especially during the weekends when the grid load is lighter. (HT File)
Published on Aug 18, 2024 10:20 am IST