INDIA NUCLEAR ENERGY
Increasing cost of nuclear weapons; amount spent in 5 years can feed 45 million people suffering due to famines
In a report that has been released, the high cost of nuclear weapons is taking a toll on many countries. Countries are continuing to expand their nuclear arsenal and this is leading to increasing costs. There are 12,000-13,000 nuclear war heads in the world.
Megha Engineering emerges lowest bidder for Rs 12,800 cr nuclear power project
Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd has been the lowest bidder for a Rs 12,800 crore engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract from the state-owned Nuclear Power Corporation of India. The company, which is the second-biggest buyer of electoral bonds and faces corruption allegations, submitted the lowest bid of Rs 12,799.92 crore.
Where are the nuclear hotspots around the world that can trigger the next World War?
Experts have identified several nuclear hotspots around the world that can trigger World War 3. This war unlike the previous world war will see the presence of nuclear weapons. South Asia, Russia, West Asia and the Korean Peninsula have been identified as some of the hotspots.
India, react to small, modular nuclear
Bill Gates' TerraPower, founded in 2006, has begun constructing the Natrium micro nuclear reactor in Wyoming. This project represents a new wave of small modular reactors (SMRs), which are being developed globally but currently operational only in China and Russia. SMRs like Natrium aim to provide scalable, standardized nuclear energy solutions that could potentially replace aging coal plants and meet rising energy demands.
US and China hold first informal nuclear talks in 5 years, eyeing Taiwan
The Chinese representatives offered reassurances after their U.S. interlocutors raised concerns that China might use, or threaten to use, nuclear weapons if it faced defeat in a conflict over Taiwan. Beijing views the democratically governed island as its territory, a claim rejected by the government in Taipei.
India set to see biggest jump in coal-fired power in a decade
India is set to add 15.4 gigawatts of new coal power capacity this year, the most in nearly a decade, to meet rising electricity demand. Despite clean-power goals, coal remains vital due to economic growth and severe heat waves. Challenges in energy storage hinder renewable expansion, with slow progress in alternative technologies.
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G7 Summit: PM Modi, Macron agree to deepen defence cooperation with focus on 'Make in India'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron agreed to strengthen strategic defense cooperation, with a focus on boosting India's 'Make in India' initiative. This decision was made during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Apulia, Italy. India and France have a close partnership, particularly in security and defense, with India currently in talks to acquire Rafale jets from France. The leaders also discussed fostering innovation and research among youth. PM Modi expressed excitement for productive discussions with world leaders at the summit.
PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron discuss ways to further strengthen partnership
It is Prime Minister Modi's first foreign trip after assuming office for a third time this month. The two leaders last met in January when the French President visited India to attend the 75th Republic Day of India. During their last meeting, the two leaders reaffirmed their shared vision for bilateral cooperation and international partnership, outlined in Horizon 2047 and other documents from the July 2023 Summit.
With Russia not attending, what can this weekend's Ukraine peace summit achieve?
The 'Summit on Peace in Ukraine', hosted by Switzerland, aims to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, but Russia's absence hinders progress at the non-traditional peace conference.
Powering ahead: How India made big electricity blackouts a thing of the past
The present situation is a far cry from July 30 and 31, 2012, when India experienced the world's largest blackout. During that crisis, the northern and eastern grids collapsed due to overload, leaving 620 million people without power for more than 13 hours. Since then, significant improvements have transformed India’s transmission network into the world's largest unified grid.
India's power sector anticipates healthy growth in FY2025; demand seen remaining strong at around 6%
The healthy demand growth continued in the first two months of FY25 at over 10 per cent supported by a favourable base. The report stands validated by the record maximum power demand of 250 GW on May 30, as announced by the Ministry of Power.
Traders are bracing for a record-smashing summer that will shake up commodities
Prices for some of the world’s most vital commodities — natural gas, power and staple crops like wheat and soy — are climbing.
Ready to build high-capacity nuclear power units at new site in India: Russia
Russia and India are set to expand cooperation in atomic energy. There are plans to construct high-capacity nuclear power units at a new site in India. Department of Atomic Energy secretary Ajit Kumar Mohanty and Rosatom State Atomic Energy Corporation of Russia Director General Alexey Likhachev discussed enhancing nuclear energy collaboration during a visit to the Pilot Demonstration Energy Complex in Russia. Likhachev expressed readiness for extensive cooperation covering various nuclear energy applications.
India to get next-generation nuclear fuel, says Russian Nuclear Agency chief; calls nation a key partner
Atomic Energy Commission chairman Ajit Kumar Mohanty was hosted by the Russian Atomic Chief in Siberia's Tomsk region in Russia on Thursday. The Russian Atomic Chief showed Mohanty the fourth-generation site that will host the safest atomic reactor in history, RT-India reported.
America will send Indian astronaut to International Space Station by year-end: US envoy
US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, announced that America plans to send an Indian astronaut to the International Space Station by the end of 2024. He also mentioned that the NISAR project, a joint mission between NASA and ISRO, is likely to be launched by the year's end. Garcetti highlighted the potential for India and the US to collaborate in research and emerging technologies. He praised India's cost-effective lunar mission, Chandrayaan 3, and expressed optimism about addressing outstanding issues in civilian nuclear energy cooperation.
China plans to float nuclear reactors in disputed South China Sea, analysts see it 'risky for environment'
China's development of marine nuclear power platforms in the South China Sea raises concerns for regional stability and security. The US warns of the risks posed by China's plans to power disputed islands with floating reactors. Analysts highlight the potential for radiation leaks, weaponization, and security implications in the region.
India and US have firm foundation of strategic alignment: Condoleezza Rice
India and the US have a strong strategic alignment, with a potential upward trajectory in their relationship after their respective elections this year. Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice believes that the convergence of interests between the two countries is unassailable, and she expects bipartisanship whoever wins. The upward trajectory of the relationship began during the Prime Ministership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee and played a crucial role in the India-US relationship during the Bush Administration.
'NDA government's 1998 Pokhran nuclear test ensured India's national security': S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently commemorated the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests, highlighting their critical role in ensuring India's national security. Conducted under the NDA government, these tests included advanced weapon designs and were later confirmed for their yields. Jaishankar also emphasized the government's continued efforts in countering terrorism and strengthening border infrastructure, underscoring the political significance of such decisions for the nation's future.
For clear air, go nuclear
Global nuclear energy pivotal for decarbonisation and achieving net-zero targets. India's indigenous nuclear program aims to triple capacity by 2032. Embracing nuclear energy could lead to substantial emissions reductions and cost savings.
Renewable energy accounted for 71 per cent of India's new power generation in FY 24
India's total installed energy capacity has now reached 442 GW, with RE comprising approximately 33 per cent (144 GW) and hydro contributing 11 per cent (47 GW), according to the report by CEEW Centre for Energy Finance (CEEW-CEF).
NTPC-NPCIL JV may invite bids for work on Rajasthan nuclear power unit this FY
NTPC Ltd and the Nuclear Power Corporation of India are seeking bids for the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan nuclear power project in the current financial year. The project, estimated to cost around ₹44,800 crore, is part of the government's target to increase nuclear power capacity from 7,480 MW to 22,800 MW by 2031-32. The joint venture, Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam, was incorporated in November 2016 but did not take off.
Coal keeps powering India as booming economy crushes green hopes
India's energy dilemma at Tuticorin plant showcases the struggle to shift from coal to renewables. Despite global pressure, the country leans on coal, hindering efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure reliable electricity for its growing population.
India eyes 100 GW nuclear power by 2047: AEC chairman
India aims to increase its nuclear power production to 1 lakh MW by 2047, a significant jump from the current 8,000 MW. This goal was highlighted by Atomic Energy Commission Chairman A K Mohanty at the release of a report on energy transitions. The report emphasized the need for nuclear power in India's energy transition, suggesting that it would require infrastructure for alternative sources like nuclear, flexible grid infrastructure, and storage to phase down coal usage.
Power demand to grow 8-9% in India, capacity will grow, but cost will fall from 2030: Praveer Sinha, Tata Power
Praveer Sinha discusses challenges in the power sector, emphasizing the upcoming reduction in power costs by 2027-2030. He underscores the crucial role of battery storage in the transition to clean energy for reliable 24x7 power availability. Sinha says energy transition is a big thing because it is the need of the hour with concerns about climate change and sustainability.
Clear the decks for safe nuclear power
India is considering allowing private investment in nuclear energy, a key component of its path to decarbonising the energy sector. The government aims to grow nuclear capacity from 7GW to 22GW by 2031-32, but private investment is crucial. Small-modular-reactor (SMR) technologies, with lower costs, land, and time requirements, are expected to become the mainstay of the nuclear energy sector post-2030.
Power ministry backs pvt cos in nuclear power space with safeguards: RK Singh
India's power ministry is supporting the private sector's entry into nuclear energy to meet rising demand. The country's nuclear power generating capacity is at 6,780 MW, and the government is looking to increase capacity generation to meet rising demand. The current target of 85,000 MW of thermal capacity addition can be exceeded, and for hydro power, the target is to double capacity from the current 46,000 MW.
India to add 18 more Nuclear power reactors with total capacity of 13,800 MWe by 2032: NPCIL
India aims to add 18 nuclear power reactors with a capacity of 13,800 MWe by 2031-32. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently dedicated two 700 MW reactors at Kakrapar Atomic Power Station in Gujarat, showcasing Atmanirbhar Bharat. Additional power plants are being built at Kudankulam, Chutka, and Mahi Banswara.
In a first, Centre taps private sector to invest Rs 2.16 lakh crore in nuclear energy
This is the first time the government is pursuing private investment in nuclear power, a non-carbon-emitting energy source that contributes less than 2% of India's total electricity generation. The funding would help India to achieve its target of having 50% of its installed electric generation capacity use non-fossil fuels by 2030, up from 42% now.
India seeks $26 bln of private nuclear power investments
India plans to invite private firms, including Reliance Industries, Tata Power, Adani Power, and Vedanta, to invest around $26 billion in its nuclear energy sector, marking the first time New Delhi seeks private investment in nuclear power. The government aims to build 11,000 MW of new nuclear power generation capacity by 2040, contributing to its target of having 50% of installed electric generation capacity from non-fossil fuels by 2030.
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