Pakistan Might Face Internet Shut Down Amid Power Outages
Pakistan is likely to face an internet shutdown amid the constant power outages in Pakistan. In a Twitter post, the National Information Technology Board (NIBT) said, "Telecom operators in Pakistan have warned about shutting down mobile and internet services due to long hours power outages nationwide, as the interruption is causing issues and hindrance in their operations." Furthermore, the Pakistan PM also warned of increased load-shedding… read-more
Tags: Pakistan(40), power outage, Load-Shedding, Internet Suspension, Pakistan PM
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Fire In North Hong Kong Triggers Largest Blackout In Recent History; No Power At 1,60,000 Homes
In Hong Kong's Yuen Long, high voltage wires on a bridge caught fire, resulting in the largest blackout in recent memory. The incident caused power outages at three districts and at least over 1,60,000 homes. Although electricity has been restored at most places, the work is still underway. The government announced to suspend classes at 14 schools. Meanwhile, shares of CLP Holding Ltd, main power provider, dropped by 2.7%.
Tags: power outage, Blackout, China, Hong Kong, Yeun Long
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
Haryana To Get Power From Other States To Meet Demand
Haryana Power Minister Ranjit Singh has shared that the state would be receiving additional power from states like Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. The minister shared that over 1200 to 1400 megawatts would be taken from Adani He added that around 350 MW and 150 MW of power would be received from the states of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh in that order.
Tags: Haryana, Power, Power supply, power outage, power shortage
Courtesy: ANI