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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru electricity board makes smart meters mandatory for new rural connections from July 1
Starting July 1, the Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) will enforce a new rule mandating smart meter installations for all new and temporary electricity connections in rural areas under its jurisdiction. The move follows directives from the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), aimed at modernising the power distribution system across the state. Bengaluru electricity board makes smart meters mandatory for new rural connections from July 1 Also Read - Bengaluru to get new stadium with 60,000 seating capacity, says DK Shivakumar. More details According to a statement released by BESCOM, the initiative to roll out smart meters began in Bengaluru and other urban areas under its control on February 15, 2025. With this latest announcement, the utility is now expanding the programme to cover its rural regions as well. Consumers applying for new or short-term electricity connections in rural areas will be required to purchase smart meters from BESCOM-authorised outlets before completing the connection process. The company clarified that this shift aligns with KERC's official guidelines issued on March 6, 2024, and that smart meter implementation has been proceeding in a phased manner since then. Also Read - Safety scare: Vande Bharat Express to Bengaluru halts due to 'hot axle'. What is it and how it happens What are smart meters? Unlike conventional meters, smart meters come equipped with GPRS or RF-based communication systems, enabling them to transmit real-time usage data through cloud and server connections. Powered by Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), the devices allow seamless two-way communication between BESCOM and consumers. Smart meters also offer significant advantages for end users. Through a dedicated mobile application, consumers can track their electricity usage, voltage levels, and power factor in real time. Prepaid functionalities allow users to recharge for a specific duration, providing greater control over consumption. In case of disconnection due to non-payment, power can be instantly restored upon bill settlement. Additionally, BESCOM is gearing up to introduce a new digital platform to improve transparency and responsiveness in handling consumer complaints. This portal, aimed at strengthening the grievance redressal system, was first announced in May by BESCOM Managing Director N Sivashankar during a workshop held in collaboration with KERC and members of the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum (CGRF) at the KEB Engineers Association Hall.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Residents object to work on water supply line on Jeevan Nagar main road
Ludhiana: Civic authorities, who have stepped up efforts to provide canal-based water supply to city residents, are facing multiple challenges, one of which is public objection to laying of the water supply line on Jeevan Nagar main road. Area councillor Gaurav Bhatti attributed the resistance to what he claimed was an improper method of laying the water supply line under the World Bank's canal water supply project. He said that instead of digging the vacant space on the left side of the road to lay the line, the road was being dug up along with the divider. The road, which was built around one year ago after a decade long wait, receives heavy traffic in the morning and evening. However, officials of the water supply and sewerage board claimed that work of laying the water supply line had been planned in detail. They said that a GPRS survey was done before starting the work and the other side of the road was not dug up because of the presence of sewer lines or underground cables of telecom companies. Saying that they chose to dig at the vacant spot to ensure uninterrupted water supply to city residents, they added that the company laying the water supply line would get the road repaired. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Alger: AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Aroun... Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Similar difficulties are likely at other places as well. Officials also faced considerable resistance in the construction of overhead reservoirs, which could start only after meetings with the public and elected representatives. MSID:: 120645230 413 |
Iraq Business
23-04-2025
- Science
- Iraq Business
Iraq Develops Remote Air Pollution Monitoring System
By John Lee. The General Company for Communication and Power Equipment, under Iraq's Ministry of Industry and Minerals, has successfully designed and implemented a remote air pollution monitoring system, according to its Director General, Eng. Fawaz Muflih Dark. The system uses precision sensors to detect and measure concentrations of environmental pollutants, including carbon dioxide (CO₂) and nitrogen dioxide (NO₂). Real-time readings are displayed on a built-in digital screen and transmitted automatically via SMS using the GSM network. Data is also sent to a dedicated website using GPRS, enabling remote and continuous monitoring. Dark explained that the system can be expanded to monitor up to 100 types of gases by integrating additional sensors as needed. Powered by solar energy, the unit can be deployed in remote locations, providing sustainable environmental monitoring and early warning alerts to protect both the environment and on-site personnel. (Source: Ministry of Industry and Minerals)
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
United States (USA) Weather Forecasting System Market worth $832.2 million in 2029 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™
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The Meteorological Office in Washington supplies the world with data about upper wind speed, direction, and temperatures. View detailed Table of Content here - The Weather Company (US), AccuWeather, Inc. (US), DTN (US), OTT Hydromet (US), and Campbell Scientific (US) are some of the market leaders focusing on innovation and the deployment of advanced forecasting technologies and systems to enhance accuracy and functionality. For example, the Weather Company utilizes AI and machine learning to provide precise and timely weather predictions, which are critical for sectors like aviation and agriculture. The presence of market leaders and their development and adoption of new technologies further drive market growth. Download PDF Brochure: In 2024, the hardware segment accounted for the largest share by solution segment in the US Weather Forecasting System market. The US Weather Forecasting System market is categorized into hardware and software by solution. Based on the solution, the weather forecasting systems market has been classified into hardware and software. The hardware segment is further divided into barometers, anemometers, hygrometers, rain gauges, thermometers, satellite sensors, weather radars, weather antennas, communication & data loggers, sounding systems & radiosondes, and other hardware solutions. The hardware segment of the weather forecasting systems market comprises several integrated segments working in tandem for weather sensing and forecasting. These hardware components are connected through Ethernet, General Packet Radio Services (GPRS), radios, satellites, short-haul, and fixed lines. Embedded sensors are also an integral part of weather forecasting systems. Software is also an important component in weather forecasting systems and solutions. It generates graphs, predicts weather forecasts, and enables communication with data loggers. 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Shafaq News
06-04-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Iraq completes GPS system for 28,000 fuel tankers
Shafaq News/ Iraq's Oil Products Distribution Company completed a nationwide project to link more than 28,000 government and private fuel tankers to a GPRS-based tracking system, the company announced on Sunday. The Director General Hussein Aboud explained that the system enables electronic and security oversight of fuel tanker movements around the clock, significantly reducing smuggling and unauthorized trade, noting that the system is connected to a centralized data center, allowing authorities to review movement records and stoppages as needed. Earlier, the head of the company's inspection authority Alaa Adnan stated that the company 'is committed to adopting modern technologies in oversight operations, adding that the GPRS system is already yielding positive results in limiting manipulation and ensuring fuel reaches legitimate recipients. Notably, GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) refers to a wireless communication technology that enables real-time data transmission and tracking. It is often used for monitoring the movement and location of oil tankers, ensuring efficient logistics and security.
