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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicIndia nuclear energy

Topic: India nuclear energy

Indian govt considers inviting bids for third fleet of locally designed nuclear reactors

A government report estimates that reaching the 100 gigawatts target would require 19.3 trillion rupees ($211 billion) investment.

NTPC scopes 30 sites across states in fresh bid for nuclear expansion

The sites are spread across 5 to 6 states, including Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Odisha, the people said, asking not to be named as discussions aren’t final.

Atomic energy can be used for peaceful purposes, to the immense advantage of humanity: Nehru

In his Lok Sabha speech on 10 May 1954, Jawaharlal Nehru examined nuclear weapons, peaceful atomic energy, and the risks of unequal international control.

As India rewrites nuclear policy with SHANTI Bill, how the world is renewing its nuclear push

According to World Nuclear Association, nuclear power accounts for around 9% of global electricity generation, with over 31 countries using it to meet part of their power demands.

The enhanced powers of govt under SHANTI Bill & what’s changed when it comes to nuclear liability

Govt has refused to send Bill to parliamentary panel, insisting it is necessary if India is to increase nuclear capacity. Tharoor says liability cap too low, govt hasn't learnt from Chernobyl.

Fast breeder reactor gives India a strategic edge — and a step closer to nuclear self-reliance

Fuel-loading for Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor in Tamil Nadu's Kalpakkam began on 18 October. Officials expect it to achieve first criticality in six months.

On Camera

Floundering PM Internship Scheme has seen 44% drop out since 2024 launch. Budget deals drastic blow

Only 21 percent of interns complete programme as Centre slashes budget by over 50% after poor joining and high attrition.

CDS Gen Chauhan in Armenia, focus on deeper defence ties including new deals

Armenia has procured significant defence equipment from India, including artillery guns, multi-barrel rocket launchers, air defence system, sniper rifles, weapons locating radars, anti-drone weapons.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.