Protests have flared across Havana as worsening electricity shortages trigger deeper anger among residents. Demonstrations erupted amid repeated, prolonged power cuts, with many protesters blaming the strain of the US blockade. The unrest underscores how energy stress is amplifying broader frustrations in Cuba, raising fears of further instability as outages continue.
Power outages sparked protests across Kerala as residents gathered at KSEB offices, alleging unexpected cuts despite earlier assurances. KSEB says a fault in a major feeder line coincided with soaring demand from an unprecedented heatwave, forcing short curtailments to protect grid stability. The response has fueled anger as claims of no power cuts for a decade are contradicted.
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Youth Congress activists in Kollam, Kerala, staged a “sleep protest” at the KSEB office by laying mats and sleeping, alleging unannounced power cuts that they say are harming children and the elderly. KSEB and the Electricity Minister deny load shedding, saying recent outages were due to temporary overload. Kerala is also grappling with a severe power shortage.
Bangladesh is facing scorching 40C temperatures alongside frequent power outages as demand for electricity outstrips limited generation capacity. The strain is worsened by fuel shortages tied to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, disrupting supply. With the grid under pressure, the government is resorting to controlled load-shedding to keep essential services running and reduce strain.
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