Traders say caretakers mandated to conduct polls only, not to impose new taxes
Electricity rates could go up by 25% or Rs3.34 per unit
Regulator says it will announce decision after verifying figures
Delays price increase of Rs0.86 per unit requested by distribution firms
Power utility’s tariff would now be on a par with other power distribution companies
PM aide says three-year plan for tariff rationalisation should be finalised soon
Insist it will offset devastating impact of virus on economy, exports
Such meters help identify theft, reduce power sector losses
Commerce adviser says imports will be discouraged, jobs will be provided
There is a dire need to eliminate the problems of tax evasion and tax avoidance