Nuclear Power

Jindal Group in talks with US, French firms for proposed nuclear projects

Naveen Jindal Group has initiated discussions with global nuclear technology providers including France-based EDF and Westinghouse of the US for its proposed nuclear power projects in India, a person in the know said. The Group is also in discussions with state-owned Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL) to explore possibilities of sourcing technology for future nuclear projects with large module reactors (LMRs) of 700 MW and above. The steel-to-ports conglomerate plans to develop around 18 GW of nuclear power capacity across multiple states with an estimated investment of Rs 2 lakh crore, contributing to the government's target of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047. While evaluating sites across more than nine states, the Group has simultaneously initiated discussions with leading global nuclear technology providers. These include France's EDF, US-based Westinghouse and several other international technology companies, alongside NPCIL, to evaluate advanced ...

NPCIL-NTPC JV invites bids to build core of Mahi Banswara nuclear project

The project at Mahi Banswara will be the country's first nuclear generator that is not fully-owned by Nuclear Power Corp., which currently operates India's entire atomic energy capacity of 8.8 gigawat

NPCIL denies sensitive data breach at Kudankulam nuclear power plant

NPCIL said the information claimed to be available in the public domain pertains only to Balance of Plant common service facilities and does not relate to any nuclear related information

Files relating to Kudankulam nuclear power plant exposed in data breach

A ransomware group has published alleged Kudankulam project files on the dark web, prompting investigations into a data breach involving Reliance Infrastructure

ASHVINI floats Rs 28,000-cr nuclear island EPC tender for Rajasthan project

ASHVINI has invited bids for a Rs 28,000 crore nuclear island EPC package for four 700 MW reactors at the Mahi Banswara project, the largest such tender under India's PHWR programme

Rajasthan nuclear power project delays expose gaps in vendor ecosystem

RAPP-8's commissioning delay has highlighted bottlenecks in India's nuclear vendor base as the country seeks to rapidly expand capacity and deepen localisation under the SHANTI Act

A nuclear debut in Bangladesh tests developing world's atomic shift

The $12.6-billion Rooppur nuclear plant is expected to meet up to 15% of Bangladesh's electricity demand, underscoring the country's push to reduce fossil fuel imports

Tata Power plans to enter nuclear sector: Chairman N Chandrasekaran

Tata Power targets Rs 1 lakh crore in revenue and Rs 10,000 crore in PAT by 2030, while expanding into nuclear power, battery storage and solar manufacturing in Odisha

Megha Engineering completes concrete pour for 700 MW PHWR at Kaiga plant

The milestone marks the completion of a major concrete pour for Kaiga Units 5 and 6, with the 700 MW PHWRs expected to achieve criticality around five years after construction began

Govt offers retrospective tax relief for nuclear power equipment imports

The exemption covers specified goods imported for nuclear power generation under designated customs tariff categories

NTPC to launch over ₹10,000 crore tender for Rajasthan nuclear plan

The state-run power producer is set to invite bids for the nuclear island package as work gathers pace on its 2.8-GW Mahi Banswara project in Rajasthan

Ukraine says drone hit nuclear fuel storage facility near Chernobyl

Ukraine says a Russian drone struck a spent nuclear fuel storage facility near Chernobyl, prompting concern from the IAEA over nuclear safety risks

US nuclear industry to closely follow SHANTI Act implementation in India

American companies deepen talks with India on reactors, fuel tech, logistics, and project delivery

India's 100 GW nuclear energy target requires ₹25 trn investment: TERI

TERI said India will need sustained annual nuclear capacity additions and policy support for SMRs to achieve its 100 GW nuclear energy target by 2047

NTPC to seek AEC approval for first 1,400 MW nuclear project soon

State-run NTPC plans to set up two 700 MW PHWR units and may invest around Rs 28,000 crore in the project targeted for commissioning by 2032

West Asia conflict: US and Iran edge towards interim halt to war

The US and Iran are moving toward a temporary deal to halt hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, lifting hopes of easing global energy disruptions

AERB grants licence to NFC-Kota to fuel 700 MWe nuclear reactors

The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has granted an operating licence to the Nuclear Fuel Complex-Kota, which is designed to provide fuel to 700 MWe Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors. The facility in Rajasthan's Rawatbhata has a licensed annual capacity of 500 metric tonnes of natural uranium dioxide (UO2) fuel bundles. "The proposed activity of operation can be carried out in compliance with this license without undue risk to workers, the public and the environment," said the AERB in an order issued last week. The operation licence was granted after the AERB conducted a detailed safety assessment under its regulatory framework. "The activities at NFC-Kota are of low hazard category. The systems required for radioactive waste management and prevention of spread of contamination during operation are available. The application, the subsequent submissions and the review carried out have shown that the associated safety aspects have been adequately addressed," said the AERB. The .

NTPC exploring two nuclear power units of 1,400 MW in Bihar's Banka

As part of its energy diversification plan, state-owned NTPC is looking to set up two nuclear units of 700 MW each in the Banka district of Bihar, which could entail an investment of around Rs 25,000 crore. At present, NTPC officials are conducting a feasibility study for two 700-MW nuclear units in the district, located around 250 km from Patna, a government official said. The Bihar government has also assured full support for the project and water availability. Initial estimates suggest that around 1,000 acres of land would be required for these units, the official told PTI without sharing any financial information. According to industry estimates, a 1 GW nuclear plant requires an investment of Rs 15,000-20,000 crore and typically takes at least three years from concept to commissioning. A detailed project report (DPR) will be prepared after the feasibility report is completed, he said. NTPC is looking to set up around 30 GW of company-owned nuclear projects across various locat

Atomic Energy Commission clears FDI policy for nuclear power sector

Proposed policy approved by Atomic Energy Commission moves to consultations stage as India looks to open nuclear power sector to private participation

Smart pumps power nuclear energy growth in India's clean energy shift

Smart pumps power India's nuclear leap as Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking a milestone in clean energy ambitions