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BEST clears power bill amnesty scheme for 16,000 consumers, aims to recover Rs 39 crore
The BEST Committee has introduced an amnesty scheme designed to allow consumers to settle their outstanding electricity bills without incurring penalties. Applicable for bills dating from 2006 through 2023, this initiative aims to enhance revenue collection. Consumers will have t...
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MGL fraud alert: Fake bill notices, disconnection threats used to dupe 100+ Mumbai consumers of Rs 3 crore
Consumers in Mumbai are being alerted about rising cyber fraud involving fake gas bill notifications. Mahanagar Gas Ltd has issued a warning about fraudulent calls and messages posing as company representatives. Scammers have duped over 100 individuals, stealing nearly Rs 3 crore...
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Waqf Board Notice To Khilafat Committee Brings Byculla Hospital Project Under Lens
Mumbai: The construction of a proposed 120-bed hospital at historic Khilafat House in Byculla has become the subject of a dispute after the Maharashtra Waqf Board issued a notice to the All India Khilafat Committee (AIKC) over the alleged non-submission of audited accounts. The c...
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Maharashtra crop losses: Kalyan Lok Sabha MP cancels annual Rasrang Dandiya event, funds to aid farmers
Due to irregular rainfall and reported crop losses, the Rasrang Dandiya festival has been canceled this year. Kalyan Lok Sabha MP Dr Shrikant Shinde made this decision through his NGO. The funds for the festival will be redirected to assist farmers facing financial difficulties. ...
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BEST Launches Special Campaign To Address Smart Meter, High Electricity Bill Complaints
Mumbai: Facing complaints from consumers about sudden increases in electricity bills after the installation of smart meters, the BEST Undertaking has launched a special campaign to address billing and meter-related grievances. As part of the drive, dedicated Smart Meter and Billi...
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Maharashtra Drought Relief: Govt To Provide Immediate Aid To Farmers Under First Trigger Norms
Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said the state government would issue an order Friday, 25, to provide immediate assistance to farmers affected by drought, under the first trigger of the state's drought relief norms. Fadnavis visited drought-affect...
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Mumbai BEST retirees’ dues row: Interest benefits limited to those retired before May 1, 2024
A circular from the personnel department has caused confusion among retirees regarding their benefits and interest. According to the notice, only those who retired on or before May 1, 2024, will receive interest. This decision has raised concerns among retirees who retired after ...